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Music Teaching

General

Program Title

Music Teaching

Degree Designation

BS

Award Type

Baccalaureate

Program Level

Undergraduate

Instruction Mode

On Campus

Program Description

Music Teacher Education. A program that prepares individuals to teach music and music appreciation programs at various educational levels.

Department/Unit(s)

Music

College/School

College of Liberal Arts

Status

Active

Requirements

Free Form Requisites

Admission Requirements

GPA: 2.50
C or better in ENGL 191 and CMST 192.
Successful admittance to an applied studio is required of all music majors. See department website for specific requirements for each applied studio.

Music Teaching - Vocal Concentration (69 credits)

MUSM 101, MUSM 111, MUSM 125, MUSM 202, MUSM 205, MUSM 212, MUSM 303, MUSM 304, MUSM 313, MUSM 351, MUSM 352, MUSM 353, MUSP 373, MUSE 240, MUSE 331, MUSE 332, MUSE 468, MUSP 101,
MUSP 102, MUSP 303.

6 semesters of major performing organization.

2 semesters of applied major at 100 level; 4 semesters of applied major at 200 level and above (one
semester required at 300 level).

6 semesters of MUSP 100.

Junior Recital (co-requisite of 1 semester applied lessons at 300 level or above).

2 semesters of applied voice for pianists instead of MUSP 101 and MUSP 102. Functional piano skills for these courses will be assessed in private piano lessons.

Vocal Concentration (10 Cr): MUSP 304, MUSP 376; MUSE 244, MUSE 334, MUSE 442.

Music Teaching - Instrumental Concentration (70 Credits)

MUSM 101, MUSM 111, MUSM 125, MUSM 202, MUSM 205, MUSM 212, MUSM 303, MUSM 304, MUSM 313, MUSM 351, MUSM 352, MUSM 353, MUSP 373, MUSE 240, MUSE 331, MUSE 332, MUSE 468, MUSP 101,
MUSP 102, MUSP 303.

6 semesters of major performing organization.

2 semesters of applied major at 100 level; 4 semesters of applied major at 200 level and above (one
semester required at 300 level).

6 semesters of MUSP 100.

Junior Recital (co-requisite of 1 semester applied lessons at 300 level or above).

2 semesters of applied minor instrument for pianists instead of MUSP 101 and MUSP 102. Functional piano skills for these courses will be assessed in private piano lessons.

Instrumental Concentration (11 Cr.): MUSP 376, MUSE 346, MUSE 347, MUSE 348, MUSE 349.

Students fulfill the University's Upper Division Writing Requirement by successfully completing MUSM 353.

Notes

Students pursuing a B.S. in Music Teaching, either vocal or instrumental concentration, must consult with the Music Department for recommended sequencing of liberal education and music classes.

All students will demonstration functional piano skills as a requirement for graduation. Students satisfy this requirement by successfully completing the degree curriculum. See department for details.

A grade of "C" or above in all music classes is required for all music major or minor degree programs. A
"C-" in a music course is not considered a passing grade for the music major.

Program Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Understand and be able to apply analytical, aural, and keyboard skills in a variety of musical situations.

Outcome

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a diverse body of music in its historical and cultural context, and articulate the relationships between music, the arts, and other disciplines.

Outcome

Apply music technology in its various forms for teaching, performance, composition, and scholarly pursuits.

Outcome

Apply principles of technique and musicianship appropriate to the intermediate level in the performance of music from diverse styles and time periods in both solo and ensemble settings on their primary instrument or vocal area, and to the basic level for a variety of instruments and vocal areas supporting music instruction at the K-12 levels.

Outcome

Demonstrate ability to think critically and act independently at a high level as a life-long musical teacher, creator, scholar, and performer.

Outcome

Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively -- musically, verbally and in writing — and adapt to diverse contexts and audiences.

Outcome

Write and execute lesson plans and curricula based on content knowledge, children’s musical development, and state standards, with the goal of developing their student’s ability for musical thinking, knowledge, and skills.

Outcome

Candidates will demonstrate classroom leadership skills including vocal inflection, eye contact, and giving clear directions.

Degree Maps

Major Code

8045

Program Code

1724