Music
- Mission Statement
- Faculty and Staff
- Majors
- Minors
- Course Descriptions
- Music Department Contact Information
Mission Statement 
Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, the UW-Superior Music Department has a long-standing reputation for training excellent musicians. This enables our graduates to gain admission to leading graduate schools and to hold positions as performers, teachers and professors throughout the United States and abroad.
Faculty and Staff
Dr. Erin Aldridge, Professor (Orchestra, Violin)
Dr. Pamela Bustos, Associate Professor (Band, Clarinet, Music Education)
Dr. Vicki Fingalson, Associate Professor (Voice, Opera Workshop)
Dr. Michael Fuchs, Assistant Professor (Choir, Music Education)
Dr. Lois Veenhoven Guderian, Associate Professor (Music Education Coordinator)
Dr. Brett Jones, Professor (Percussion, Department Chair)
Dr. Greg Kehl Moore, Professor (Jazz Studies, Saxophone)
Dr. Hector Landa, Assistant Professor (Piano)
Cooperating Academic Staff
Dennis Berryhill, Senior Lecturer (Piano Technology)
Dr. Derek Bromme, Senior Lecturer (Low Brass)
Ian Deterling, Lecturer (Music Technology)
Kimberlie Dillon, Senior Lecturer (Oboe)
Dr. Thomas Hamilton, Senior Lecturer (Organ)
Kevin Hoeschen, Senior Lecturer (Viola)
Dr. Betsy Husby, Senior Lecturer (Cello)
Jacob Jonker, Lecturer (Guitar)
Dr. Jeffrey Madison, Senior Lecturer (Voice)
Deborah Rausch, Senior Lecturer (French Horn)
Michael Roemhildt, Senior Lecturer (Bassoon)
Earl Salemink, Senior Lecturer (Trumpet)
Alexander Sandor, Senior Lecturer (Piano)
Melanie Sever, Senior Lecturer (Flute)
Zoë Scherer, Department Program Associate
Majors
- Music: Bachelor of Music Education: Choral/General
- Music: Bachelor of Music Education: Instrumental/General
- Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Instrumental (Non-Keyboard)
- Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Keyboard
- Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Voice
- Music: Bachelor of Arts in Music (B.A.)
- Music: Bachelor of Music Education
Minors
Course Descriptions
| MUSED - Music Education | ||
| Catalog Nbr. | Course Title/Course Topics | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MUSED 165 | Introduction to Music Education | 1.00 |
| Introduction to Music Education provides students with an orientation to PreK-12 music teaching and learning. Students are introduced to philosophical premises and theories that underlie music education, an overview of the history of music education, and experience current trends and approaches to music education practiced in the United States. This course will also provide students with a board understanding of the history, philosophy, and organization of educational institutions, with particular focus on middle-level educational institutions, and their impact on music education. Includes observing in the schools and hands-on participation in methodologies. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Only | ||
| MUSED 369 | Choral Pedagogy and Literature | 2.00 |
| Survey of choral literature from a variety of historical periods, including the Renaissance, Baroque, Classico-Romantic, and modern periods; survey of choral literature appropriate for children's choirs and school choirs; choral warm-up procedures and exercises; and evaluation of pitch and rhythmic errors, tone, tuning, and blend issues. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 380. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSED 370 | General Music Methods | 3.00 |
| Preparation for teaching and learning in general music grades Pre-K-8. Students study principles of learning, educational theories and philosophies as applied to music education, and that underpin the design of curriculum and instruction in general music. Under the broad aim that children and youth learn to respond to music, perform and create music in ways that support lifelong engagement in music, higher education students become aware of methodologies, materials, technologies, curricula and resources for teaching and learning in general music. In alignment with local, state and national standards for music education in the United States, and according to the physical, cognitive and emotional development of children and youths, students learn how to develop daily and unit lesson plans, how to design instruction and how to evaluate and assess student learning in general music education. Students learn techniques for age-appropriate classroom management. Students learn about various models and approaches to middle school general music. Students are directed to professional organizations, journals and research that support their future careers and the development of a personal philosophy of teaching and learning in music. Pre-Student Teaching Clinical Experience required. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSED 371 | Choral Methods and Literature | 3.00 |
| A study of the skills and knowledge necessary to successfully manage and teach choral ensembles in grades six through twelve: instructional planning, lesson development/implementation, cross-disciplinary skills, particular student needs at different grade levels, rehearsal techniques, choral warm-ups, changing voices, individual/ensemble assessment, classroom management, and curricular/program development. This course will also feature a brief survey of choral repertoire with an emphasis on literature appropriate for sixth through twelfth grade choral ensembles. Pre-Student Teaching Clinical Experience required | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSED 372 | Instrumental Methods and Literature | 3.00 |
| A study of the skills and knowledge necessary to successfully manage and teach instrumental ensembles in grades six through twelve: instructional planning, lesson development/implementation, cross-disciplinary skills, particular student needs at different grade levels, rehearsal techniques, individual/ensemble assessment, classroom management, and curricular/program development. This course will also feature a brief survey of band and orchestral repertoire with an emphasis on literature appropriate for sixth through twelfth grade band and orchestra ensembles. Pre-Student Teaching Clinical Experience required. | ||
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSI 380 and admission to the Teacher Education Program | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSED 382 | Elementary General Music Methods | 2.00 |
| Preparation for teaching and learning in general music grades PreK-5 according to children's physical, cognitive and emotional development and current educational and philosophical theories as applied to music education. Students learn how to design curriculum, daily and unit lesson plans according to local, state and national standards for music education, and develop understanding and skills in instructional and assessment strategies common to American methods of music education. Includes fieldwork. | ||
Prerequisites: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSED 383 | Teaching Music in the Elementary School | 3.00 |
| This course is designed for students pursuing licensure in elementary education. Students develop knowledge, skills and understandings for teaching and learning in integrated and interdisciplinary forms of music education that support learning in the various content areas of the general curriculum grades 4K-9. In support of children and youths’ cognitive, affective, physical and social growth, MUSED 383 students study children and youths’ developmental considerations for teaching and learning in music and develop basic strategies in song teaching, classroom instrument playing, integrated lesson design and sequencing of instruction. Students experience several forms of integrated and interdisciplinary music education, are made aware of the possibilities for connecting music with learning in other subjects and where collaboration between general music educators and classroom educators might be possible. Included: assessment, evaluation, differentiated instruction, culturally responsive teaching and learning, special education and management as applied to music education and integrated music education. Includes fieldwork. | ||
Prerequisites: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSED 384 | Secondary Choral Methods | 2.00 |
| A study of the skills and knowledge necessary to successfully manage and teach a secondary choral program. Study of rehearsal technique and management issues is combined with examination of choral literature and performance practice. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 380 and admission to the Teacher Education Program. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSED 385 | Instrumental Methods | 2.00 |
| Curriculum, materials, organization, conducting, and administration of instrumental music for the upper elementary grades and the secondary school. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is admission to the Teacher Education Program. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSED 386 | Secondary General Music Methods | 2.00 |
| Preparation for teaching and learning in general music grades 6-12 according to the physical, cognitive and emotional development of youths and current educational and philosophical theories as applied to music education. Students learn how to design curriculum, daily and unit lesson plans, instruction and assessments according to local, state and national standards for music education in the United States. Additionally, students study course design and school scheduling for middle and high school education. Includes fieldwork. | ||
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSED 382 and admission to Teacher Education Program. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSED 388 | Secondary Band and Orchestra Literature | 2.00 |
| Survey of high school band and orchestra literature with emphasis on rehearsal problems, difficulties for individual instruments, and conducting problems. | ||
Prerequisites: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSI - Music | ||
| Catalog Nbr. | Course Title/Course Topics | Credits |
| MUSI 102 | Class Piano I | 1.00 |
| Basic course in elements of piano playing. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Only | ||
| MUSI 103 | Class Piano II | 1.00 |
| Continuation of MUSI 102. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 102; co-requisite is MUSI 172 and MUSI 174, or instructor consent. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Only | ||
| MUSI 104 | Brass Ensemble | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of music suitable for brass ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 105 | Woodwind Ensemble | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of music suitable for woodwind ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 107 | UWS Singers | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of music suitable for advanced choral musicians. Approximately three to four performance opportunities per semester, both on an off-campus. Field trip participation required. Open to all students by audition. May be repeated for credit | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 108 | Percussion Ensemble | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| The study and performance of music suitable for percussion ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 109 | Jazz Combo | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of music suitable for jazz combos. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 110 | Chorale | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of a variety of choral literature, including choral/orchestral masterworks. Approximately two to three performance opportunities per semester, both on and off-campus. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 111 | Jazz Band | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and preparation for performance of jazz band literature from the swing era through the most progressive trends. Open to all students by audition. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 112 | Symphonic Band | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and preparation for performance of college band and wind ensemble literature. Open to all students by audition. Some university-owned instruments available. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 113 | Chamber Ensemble | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of music suitable for small chamber ensembles, including string ensembles, winds/strings with piano, four-hand piano and two piano repertoire. May be repeated for credit. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 114 | University Orchestra | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and preparation for performance of literature for orchestra and chamber orchestra from the 17th to 21st centuries. Open to all students by audition. Some university-owned instruments available. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 115 | Chamber Winds | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of music suitable for mixed ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 116 | Men's Choir | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of music suitable for male choir. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 117 | Opera Workshop | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Provides progressive training in the art of music and drama culminating in a performance of opera, operetta, musical theatre, and/or scenes. May be repeated for credit. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 118 | Global Percussion Ensemble | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of music suitable for steel drum ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 120 | Applied Music-Flute/Piccolo | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Flute/Piccolo. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 121 | Applied Music-Oboe/English Horn | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Oboe/English Horn. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 122 | Applied Music-Clarinet | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction Clarinet. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 123 | Applied Music-Saxophone | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Saxophone. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 124 | Applied Music-Bassoon | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Bassoon. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 125 | Applied Music-French Horn | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in French Horn. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition and consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 126 | Applied Music-Trumpet | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Trumpet. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 127 | Applied Music-Trombone/Euphonium | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Trombone/Euphonium. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 128 | Applied Music-Tuba | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Tuba. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 129 | Applied Music-Percussion | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Percussion. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 130 | Applied Music-Guitar | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Guitar. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition or instructor consent is required to enroll in this course. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 131 | Applied Music-Harp | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Harp. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 132 | Applied Music-Violin | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Violin. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required before enrolling in this class. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 133 | Applied Music-Viola | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Viola. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in the course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 134 | Applied Music-Cello | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Cello. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition or instructor consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 135 | Applied Music-String Bass | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in String Bass. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition or instructor consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 136 | Applied Music-Piano | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Piano. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition or instructor consent is required to enroll in this course. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for this course is consent of Music Faculty in area of applied study/or an audition. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 137 | Applied Music-Organ | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Organ. Open to all students with sufficient keyboard background. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition or instructor consent is required to enroll this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 139 | Applied Music-Voice | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Voice. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 140 | Vocal Techniques | 1.00 |
| Basic anatomy, physiology and biomechanics of the voice with emphasis on the three fundamentals of voice production: breath, phonation, and resonance. Open to all students. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSI 141 | Woodwind Techniques | 1.00 |
| Practical study of woodwind instruments, including materials and methods of teaching. Primarily for music majors and minors. Open to all students with previous musical experience if class size permits. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSI 143 | Percussion Techniques | 1.00 |
| Practical study of percussion instruments, including materials and methods of teaching. Open to all students if class size permits. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSI 145 | English and Italian Diction | 1.00 |
| Study of the rules of English and Italian lyric diction. Exercises and performance in each language. | ||
| MUSI 146 | French and German Diction | 1.00 |
| Study of the rules of French and German lyric diction. Exercises and performance in each language. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSI 150 | Concert/Recital Class | 0.00 |
| Attendance and evaluation of a specified number of concerts and recitals within and outside of class time. Required of music majors and minors. Open to all students. May be repeated . | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 151 | Brass Repertory/Pedagogy | 1.00 |
| Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various brass instruments and voices. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 152 | Woodwind Repertory/Pedagogy | 1.00 |
| Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various Woodwind instruments and voices. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 153 | Piano Repertory I | 1.00 |
| Survey of major works of the piano literature in their historical and stylistic contexts. From early Baroque to Mozart. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSI 154 | Organ Repertory/Pedagogy | 1.00 |
| Study of repertoire and pedagogy for organ. May be repeated for credit. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 155 | String Repertory/Pedagogy | 1.00 |
| Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various string instruments. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 157 | Percussion Repertory/Pedagogy | 1.00 |
| Study of repertoire and pedagogy for percussion. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 160 | Music Appreciation | 3.00 |
| Study of the musical elements, forms, and stylistic periods in Western musical culture. Includes a discussion of composers' lives, individual styles, and representative works. Required listening. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Appreciation | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 161 | Music and World Culture | 3.00 |
| Survey of non-Western musical cultures, including ethnic origins of folk and traditional music in America. Required listening. Open to all students. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Diversity Global Awareness Humanities - WLCP | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 162 | Songwriting | 3.00 |
| The purpose of this course is to develop skills in songwriting through sharing musical stories while also performing, recording, and engaging in collaborative feedback. All students welcome, regardless of musical background. This course meets the requirement for University Studies: Fine and Applied Arts: Aesthetic Experience. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Fine Arts - Aesthetic | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Only | ||
| MUSI 170 | Introduction To Music | 3.00 |
| This is the first music education course in the two-course preparation for the elementary education degree program. Goals: development of Western music skills and understanding in music, reading, playing, singing, informed listening skills, understanding in beginning music theory and applied creative thinking in music for lifelong social music taking. Music majors and minors may not apply this course toward their major or minor. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Only | ||
| MUSI 171 | Ear Training I | 1.00 |
| Basic drills in sight singing, melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic dictation and keyboard harmony. | ||
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 173 and MUSI 171 is required. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Only | ||
| MUSI 172 | Ear Training II | 1.00 |
| Continuation of MUSI 171. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 171. Co-requisites for taking this course is MUSI 174. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Only | ||
| MUSI 173 | Theory I | 3.00 |
| Study of scales, intervals, triad, triad inversions, melodic form, and basic harmonic progressions including primary chords. Music terminology and basic form concepts will be introduced. Introduction to non-harmonic tones and figured bass. Beginning elements of counterpoint, including first through fifth species contrapuntal writing, will be introduced. | ||
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 173 and MUSI 171 is required. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Only | ||
| MUSI 174 | Theory II | 3.00 |
| Continuation of MUSI 173. Study of melodic structures and continued examination and writing of non-harmonic tones. Expansion beyond primary chords including secondary diatonic chords, dominant and supertonic seventh chords, secondary dominant chords, and elementary modulation. | ||
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSI 171 and 173. Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 172 and 174 is required. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Only | ||
| MUSI 189 | Music Elective | 1.00 - 12.00 |
| Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course. | ||
| MUSI 191 | Keyboard Accompanying | 1.00 |
| Extensive individual or group study in the theory and practice of musical performance, conducting, or musical group organization and promotion. Projects are designed in consultation with the instructor and/or the student's advisor. May be repeated for credit. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 192 | Jazz Improvisation | 1.00 |
| Extensive individual or group study in the theory and practice of musical performance, conducting, or musical group organization and promotion. Projects are designed in consultation with the instructor and/or the student's advisor. May be repeated for credit. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Only | ||
| MUSI 200 | Music Technology | 1.00 |
| By the end of this course, students will demonstrate knowledge of technologies used by professional musicians and music educators. Possible topics include: music notation software; audio recording and editing; sequencing and MIDI; multimedia presentations; web publishing; and online resources. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Only | ||
| MUSI 202 | Class Piano III | 1.00 |
| Continuation of MUSI 103. Further development of piano skills. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 103. | ||
| MUSI 203 | Class Piano IV | 1.00 |
| Continuation of MUSI 202. Completion of skills necessary to pass the piano proficiency exam. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for this course is completion of MUSI 202, and co-requisite is MUSI 272 and MUSI 274. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Only | ||
| MUSI 220 | Applied Music Flute/Piccolo | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Flute/Piccolo. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 221 | Applied Music Oboe/English Horn | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Oboe/English horn. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 222 | Applied Music-Clarinet | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Clarinet. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 223 | Applied Music-Saxophone | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Saxophone. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 224 | Applied Music-Bassoon | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Bassoon. Open to instrumental, keyboard, and vocal performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 225 | Applied Music-French Horn | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in French Horn. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 226 | Applied Music-Trumpet | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Trumpet. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 227 | Applied Music-Trombone/Euphonium | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Trombone/Euphonium. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 228 | Applied Music-Tuba | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Tuba. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 229 | Applied Music-Percussion | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Percussion. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 230 | Applied Music-Guitar | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Guitar. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 231 | Applied Music-Harp | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Harp. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 232 | Applied Music-Violin | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Violin. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 233 | Applied Music-Viola | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Viola. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 234 | Applied Music-Cello | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Cello. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 235 | Applied Music-String Bass | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in String Bass. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 236 | Applied Music-Piano | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Piano. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 237 | Applied Music-Organ | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Organ. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 239 | Applied Music-Voice | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Voice. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 241 | Brass Techniques | 1.00 |
| Practical study of five of the most common brass instruments: trumpet, French horn, trombone, euphonium, and tuba. Primarily for music majors and minors but open to all students if class size permits. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSI 243 | String Techniques | 1.00 |
| Practical study of the orchestral stringed instruments: violin, viola, cello, double bass, including materials and methods of teaching. Primarily for music majors and minors, but open to all students with previous musical experience if class size permits. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSI 253 | Piano Repertory II | 1.00 |
| Survey of major works of the piano literature in their historical and stylistic contexts. From Beethoven to the end of the Romantic era. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Even Years Only | ||
| MUSI 266 | Jazz Appreciation | 3.00 |
| History of jazz from its beginnings to its most progressive trends, using compositions and recordings to trace its stylistic and technical developments. Open to all students. | ||
University Studies Requirements: Diversity Fine Arts - Appreciation | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Only | ||
| MUSI 271 | Ear Training III | 1.00 |
| Sight singing, melodic and harmonic dictation, keyboard harmony, and rhythm drills to coincide with material covered in MUSI 273. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 172, MUSI 173, MUSI 174; co-requisites is MUSI 273. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Only | ||
| MUSI 272 | Ear Training IV | 1.00 |
| Continuation of MUSI 271 with ear training exercises to coincide with material covered in MUSI 274. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is MUSI 271; co-requisite is MUSI 274. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Only | ||
| MUSI 273 | Theory III | 3.00 |
| Continuation of MUSI 174. Study of secondary leading-tone chords, diatonic sequences, and tonicization. Analysis of works and part writing included. Further study of counterpoint will include techniques of four-part imitative and non-imitative polyphonic styles of the Renaissance and Baroque period, learned through analysis and writing. | ||
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSI 174 and MUSI 172. Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 271 is required. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Only | ||
| MUSI 274 | Theory IV | 3.00 |
| Continuation of MUSI 273. Study of modal mixture, Neapolitan sixth chords, augmented sixth chords, chromatic modulation, serialism, and study and application of set theory. | ||
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSI 273 and MUSI 271. Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 272 is required. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Only | ||
| MUSI 275 | Composition | 1.00 |
| Organization of musical ideas into logical and homogeneous form. May be repeated for credit. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 174, or consent of instructor. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 289 | Music Elective | 1.00 - 9.00 |
| Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course. | ||
| MUSI 301 | Study Abroad | 1.00 - 6.00 |
| Field trips designed by the Music Department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes musical performances, preparatory reading, orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With consent of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must obtain approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements, consult your advisor. Course can be repeated only if the content is different. | ||
Typically Offered: Occasional by Demand | ||
| MUSI 304 | Brass Ensemble | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of music suitable for brass ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 305 | Woodwind Ensemble | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of music suitable for woodwind ensembles. Offered to advanced performers provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 307 | UWS Singers | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of music suitable for advanced choral musicians. Approximately three to four performance opportunities per semester, both on an off-campus. Field trip participation required. Open to all students by audition. May be repeated for credit. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 308 | Percussion Ensemble | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of music suitable for percussion ensembles. Offered to advanced performers provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 309 | Jazz Combo | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of music suitable for jazz combos. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 310 | Chorale | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of a variety of choral literature, including choral/orchestral masterworks. Approximately two to three performance opportunities per semester, both on and off-campus. Field trip participation required. Open to all students by audition. May be repeated for credit.credit. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 311 | Jazz Ensemble I | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and preparation for performance of jazz band literature from the swing era through the most progressive trends. Open to all students by audition. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 312 | Symphonic Band | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and preparation for performance of college band and wind ensemble literature. Open to all students by audition. Some university-owned instruments available. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 313 | Chamber Ensemble | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of music suitable for piano ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 314 | University Orchestra | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and preparation for performance of literature for orchestra and chamber orchestra from the 17th to 20th centuries. Open to all students by audition. Some university-owned instruments available. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 315 | Chamber Winds | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of music suitable for mixed ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 316 | Men's Choir | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of music suitable for male choir. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 317 | Opera Workshop | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Provides progressive training in the art of music and drama culminating in a performance of opera, operetta, musical theatre, and/or scenes. May be repeated for credit. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 318 | Global Percussion Ensemble | 0.00 - 1.00 |
| Study and performance of music suitable for steel drum ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall or Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 320 | Applied Music-Flute/Piccolo | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Flute/Piccolo. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing of Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 321 | Applied Music-Oboe/English Horn | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Oboe/English Horn. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing of Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 322 | Applied Music-Clarinet | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Clarinet. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing of Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 323 | Applied Music-Saxophone | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Saxophone. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing of Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 324 | Applied Music-Bassoon | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Bassoon. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 325 | Applied Music-French Horn | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in French Horn. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 326 | Applied Music-Trumpet | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Trumpet. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instruments. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 327 | Applied Music-Trombone/Euphonium | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Trombone/Euphonium. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instruments. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 328 | Applied Music-Tuba | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Tuba. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instruments. Passing Advanced Standing Eam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 329 | Applied Music-Percussion | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Percussion. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instruments. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 330 | Applied Music-Guitar | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Guitar. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instruments. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 331 | Applied Music-Harp | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Harp. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instruments. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 332 | Applied Music-Violin | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Violin. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instruments. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 333 | Applied Music-Viola | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Viola. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 334 | Applied Music-Cello | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Cello. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 335 | Applied Music-String Bass | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in String Bass. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 336 | Applied Music-Piano | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Piano. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 337 | Applied Music-Organ | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Organ. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 338 | Applied Music-Harpsichord | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Harpsichord. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is passing of Advanced Standing Exam in Applied Music. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 339 | Applied Music-Voice | 1.00 - 2.00 |
| Private instruction in Voice.Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 351 | Brass Repertory/Pedagogy | 1.00 |
| Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various brass instruments. Instructor consent is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 352 | Woodwind Repertory/Pedagogy | 1.00 |
| Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various woodwind instruments. Instructor consent is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 353 | Piano Repertory | 1.00 |
| Study of repertoire for solo piano. May be repeated for credit. Instructor consent is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 354 | Organ Repertory | 1.00 |
| A survey of organ literature, performance practices, and organ design from antiquity to the present. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 355 | String Repertory/Pedagogy | 1.00 |
| Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various string instruments. Instructor consent is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 356 | Vocal Repertory | 1.00 |
| Study of repertoire for solo voice. | ||
Prerequisites: Consent of cooperating Instructor and Department Chair. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Only | ||
| MUSI 357 | Percussion Repertory/Pedagogy | 1.00 |
| Study of repertoire and pedagogy for percussion. Instructor consent is required to take this course. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 362 | Music History I | 3.00 |
| The study of the development of music literature in the Western world from Antiquity through the Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque, and Pre-Classical. Acquaints students with major forms and styles of music with formal and harmonic analysis of selected examples. Illustrative materials include recordings and scores. Attention given to placing composers and musical styles within historical contexts. | ||
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSI 274 | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Only | ||
| MUSI 363 | Music History II | 3.00 |
| ontinuation of MUSI 362. The study of the development of music literature in the Western world from Classical through the Romantic, Post-Romantic, Twentieth Century and Twenty-First Century. Acquaints students with major forms and styles of music with formal and harmonic analysis of selected examples. Illustrative materials include recordings and scores. Attention given to placing composers and musical styles within historical contexts. | ||
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSI 274 | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Only | ||
| MUSI 365 | Music History III | 3.00 |
| Continuation of MUSI 364. Includes the transition to the Romantic through the modern periods. Illustrative materials include recordings and scores. Required listening. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 364 and MUSI 274. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Only | ||
| MUSI 367 | Marching Band Techniques | 1.00 |
| Curriculum, materials and organization of the Marching Band component of instrumental music for the secondary school. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSI 370 | Vocal Pedagogy | 2.00 |
| Study of vocal technique and physiology as it pertains to singing and the teaching of singing. This will be achieved through lectures, readings, discussions, written assignments, teaching and observations. | ||
Prerequisites: Co-requisite for taking this course is enrollment in MUSI 239, MUSI 339, or MUSI 439. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSI 372 | Counterpoint | 2.00 |
| Techniques of 2-, 3-, and 4-part imitative and non-imitative polyphonic styles of the Renaissance and Baroque period, learned through analysis and writing. Students will use their knowledge by arranging and adapting this music to meet the needs and ability levels of school music ensembles. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 274. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Only | ||
| MUSI 374 | Orchestration | 2.00 |
| Theoretical study of musical instruments. Scoring for band and orchestra and arranging/adapting music for a variety of performance situations. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 274. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSI 379 | Jazz Band Techniques | 1.00 |
| Study of the essential skills required of jazz educators, with a primary focus on teaching jazz at the middle school and high school level. Survey of jazz ensemble literature. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is admittance to Music Major with Junior class standing. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Every Other Year | ||
| MUSI 380 | Conducting I | 2.00 |
| Introduction to the art of conducting with a focus on the grammar of conducting, communication through gesture, and score study. | ||
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSI 271 and 273 | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Only | ||
| MUSI 381 | Conducting II | 2.00 |
| Continuation of MUSI 380 with emphasis on techniques used in conducting instrumental ensembles. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 380. | ||
| MUSI 387 | Keyboard Pedagogy | 2.00 |
| Intensive study and evaluation of the various methods books used in piano teaching, both for beginners and intermediate level literature. Presentation of related pedagogy problems encountered in piano teaching. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of three years of private piano study. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Only | ||
| MUSI 389 | Music Elective | 1.00 - 12.00 |
| Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course. | ||
| MUSI 390 | Conducting II | 1.00 |
| Continuation of MUSI 380 with emphasis on advanced techniques used while conducting ensembles in the student's primary area: band, choral, or orchestral. | ||
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSI 380 | ||
Typically Offered: Occasional by Demand | ||
| MUSI 391 | Collaborative Keyboard | 1.00 |
| Introduction to collaborative keyboard preparation and performance. Topics include categories of repertoire, sound and ensemble issues, quick study, and professional behavior. May be repeated for credit. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 392 | Jazz Improvisation | 1.00 |
| Extensive individual or group study in the theory and practice of musical performance, conducting, or musical group organization and promotion. Projects are designed in consultation with the instructor and/or the student's advisor. May be repeated for credit. Audition and consent of Music Faculty are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Only | ||
| MUSI 394 | Piano Technology | 1.00 |
| Study of basic piano operation and maintenance with opportunity for hands-on experience. | ||
Typically Offered: Occasional by Demand | ||
| MUSI 395 | Half Recital | 1.00 |
| Public performance of a 30-minute program of serious musical content. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 420 | Applied Music-Flute/Piccolo | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Flute/Piccolo. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 421 | Applied Music-Oboe/English Horn | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Oboe/English Horn. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 422 | Applied Music-Clarinet | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Clarinet. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 423 | Applied Music-Saxophone | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Saxophone. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 424 | Applied Music-Bassoon | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Bassoon. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 425 | Applied Music-French Horn | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in French Horn. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 426 | Applied Music-Trumpet | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Trumpet. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 427 | Applied Music-Trombone/Euphonium | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Trombone/Euphonium. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 428 | Applied Music-Tuba | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Tuba. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 429 | Applied Music-Percussion | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Percussion. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 430 | Applied Music-Guitar | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Guitar. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 431 | Applied Music-Harp | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Harp. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 432 | Applied Music-Violin | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Violin. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 433 | Applied Music-Viola | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Viola. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 434 | Applied Music-Cello | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Cello. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 435 | Applied Music-String Bass | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in String Bass. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 436 | Applied Music-Piano | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Piano. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 437 | Applied Music-Organ | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Organ. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 439 | Applied Music-Voice | 4.00 |
| Private instruction in Voice. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 489 | Music Elective | 0.00 - 99.00 |
| Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course. | ||
| MUSI 490 | Independent Study | 1.00 - 4.00 |
| For advanced music students who have shown themselves capable of independent work. Research topic selected in consultation with the faculty member who will supervise the student. | ||
Prerequisites: Consent of cooperating Instructor and Department Chair. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 495 | Full Recital | 2.00 |
| Public performance of a 60-minute program of serious musical content. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 395 and permission of faculty in area of applied study. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
| MUSI 498 | Music Capstone Experience | 0.00 |
| Public presentation or performance of student's capstone project. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms | ||
Music Department Contact Information
Music Department
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Holden Fine and Applied Arts Center 1100
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8115
Email: music@uwsuper.edu