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Department of Music

Music education
Music history
Early music performance
Applied music

Haydn Hall
Phone 368-2400; Fax 368-6557
Ross W. Duffin
Gary M. Ciepluch (Music Education)

The Department of Music is committed to creating the best possible educational opportunities and professional programs in music. The department's aim is to offer superior programs that balance humanistic knowledge of music with excellence in performance. Individual professional interests are encouraged and promoted. To foster this aim, the Department of Music has established major degree programs in music and music education and has collaborated with the Cleveland Institute of Music in a Joint Music Program.

FACULTY

Ross W. Duffin, D.M.A. (Stanford University)

Fynette H. Kulas Professor and Chair

Medieval; Renaissance; Baroque; performance practices; Collegium Musicum

Michael S. Bell, Ph.D. (Florida State University)

Assistant Professor

Music education; string education, research

Gary M. Ciepluch, Ph.D. (University of Wisconsin, Madison)

Associate Professor; Director, Music Education

Director of bands; conducting

Robert E. Dunn, Ph.D. (Northwestern University)

Assistant Professor

Music education; music listening, vocal music

Stephen E. Hefling, Ph.D. (Yale University)

Associate Professor

Baroque; Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries; chamber music

Quentin W. Quereau, Ph.D. (Yale University)

Associate Professor

Medieval; Renaissance; opera

John G. Suess, Ph.D. (Yale University)

Professor

Baroque and 20th century; string performance practices

ASSOCIATE FACULTY

Cleveland Institute of Music Academic Faculty Offering Courses for CWRU Students

David N. Brown
Joanne Caputo
Marshall Griffith
Dean Guy
Thomas Knab
Gary Wright

Artist Faculty of the Cleveland Institute of Music

(Consult the current CIM catalogue)

DEGREE OFFERINGS AND AREAS OF CONCENTRATION

Areas of Degree Offerings

  • Music education (Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts, Doctor of Philosophy)
  • Early music performance practices (Master of Arts, Doctor of Philosophy, Doctor of Musical Arts)
  • Music (within the context of liberal arts; see subsequent list of concentrations) (Bachelor of Arts)
  • Music history and literature (Master of Arts)
  • Musicology (Doctor of Philosophy)

Concentrations within the Bachelor of Arts in Music are:

  • Music history and literature
  • Music theory
  • Early music performance practices
  • Performance
  • General musicianship (particularly suitable for students interested in music as part of a double major or double degree)
  • Audio recording technology

Students interested in these programs should apply to the University with the understanding that many courses in music performance, music theory, and related studies will be taken at the Cleveland Institute of Music.

JOINT MUSIC PROGRAM WITH THE CLEVELAND INSTITUTE OF MUSIC

The Cleveland Institute of Music and Case Western Reserve University participate in an integrated music program at both the undergraduate and the graduate levels. Students at either institution have the benefit of pursuing studies at both schools, thus enjoying the intimacy and intense specialization of a professional conservatory, together with access to the resources of a major university. Both institutions share a campus setting in University Circle. Severance Hall (home of the Cleveland Orchestra), the Cleveland Museum of Art, the Cleveland Music School Settlement, and several other cultural organizations are within a short walking distance of both schools.

The Cleveland Institute of Music concentrates on the education of students whose professional interests include the following:

  • Performance (Bachelor of Music, Master of Music, and Doctor of Musical Arts)
  • Composition (Bachelor of Music, Master of Music, and Doctor of Musical Arts)
  • Eurhythmics (Bachelor of Music)
  • Music theory (Bachelor of Music)
  • Piano accompanying (Master of Music, Doctor of Musical Arts)
  • Electronic music composition (Master of Music)

Students who are interested in these majors in the context of intensive conservatory training should matriculate at the Cleveland Institute of Music with the understanding that courses in music history, music education, and the liberal arts will be taken at the University. Contact the Admissions Officer, Cleveland Institute of Music, 11021 East Boulevard, Cleveland, Ohio 44106, for a description of programs and the appropriate admissions materials.

DEPARTMENTAL SPECIALTIES

The Department of Music is distinctive in offering special areas of concentration to the student on both the undergraduate and the graduate level, and in both the music and music education programs.

Early Music Performance Practices

One such area of special interest is early music performance practices, where musical research in early music, instruments, and performance problems is directly applied to performance. The supporting performance organizations are the Case Western Reserve University Collegium Musicum and Baroque Orchestra, which are devoted to the performance of early music on authentic reproductions of Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque instruments. Faculty, staff and visiting artists provide professional instruction and coaching. The Collegium Musicum and Baroque Orchestra use the Kulas Collection of Historical Instruments.

Music Education

Music education programs at Case Western Reserve University are committed to the idea that excellence in teaching follows excellence in musicianship, scholarship, and professional development. In both the undergraduate and graduate programs, the faculty stresses practical and philosophical foundations regarding music in education. This nationally recognized music education program specializes in research in music education, including musical creativity, wind conducting and literature, and computer music technology. The department's nationally-prominent faculty are active in their respective professional organizations as guest clinicians, conductors, and lecturers.

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

Students who wish to major in music must pass a performance audition on an acceptable instrument or in voice and take a music theory placement test. Arrangements for this audition and test must be made directly with the department. Once admitted as a music major, students are required each semester to participate in one or more of the University musical organizations and to attend recital class. Performance juries are required during each semester that the music major is enrolled in applied music instruction. Two semesters of eurhythmics study are also required.

Double Major and Double Degree Opportunities

The department encourages qualified students to consider a double major in music and another subject. As many as 1/3 to 1/2 of music majors are pursuing a double major. Typical combinations include the Bachelor of Arts in music with theater, English, classics, psychology, sociology, and the natural sciences. Once the Arts & Sciences General Education Requirements (39 hours) have been met, a B.A. student can add another major by meeting the course and hour requirements found in this bulletin under the appropriate department. In most cases, it is possible to finish a double major with music in four years.

It is also possible to receive two degrees, although this usually takes five years. Typical combinations of double degrees include the Bachelor of Arts in music with the Bachelor of Science in Engineering, or the Bachelor of Science in Music Education with the Bachelor of Music degree from the Cleveland Institute of Music. All admissions requirements must be met for each school, and course and hour requirements for each degree must be fulfilled. Students interested in double degrees should declare their intent as early as possible and receive advice from faculty about both degrees.

Bachelor of Arts in Music

The Bachelor of Arts degree in music is concerned with studies in music and the liberal arts. This degree program stresses an essentially humanistic orientation. It is not intended to lead a student toward a professional career in performance.

Approximately one half of the total 120 semester credit hours necessary for the degree is devoted to music study, with the remaining credit devoted to the General Education Requirements (39 hours), a minor program, and a liberal selection of elective courses. This arrangement differs from student to student. The department offers several concentrations within the music portion of the degree (listed above). Core music courses for these programs are: (1) Music theory: MUSC 101, 102, 105, 106, 201, 202, 205, 206, 317, and 318 for a total of 20 semester hours; (2) Music history and literature: MUSC 321, 322, and one music literature elective from the 300 level for a total of 9 semester hours; and (3) performance instruction (applied music) for a minimum of 15 semester hours. Additional course work in music is required for each concentration as follows:

Music History and Literature

Additional Applied Music study at the 300 level (3); MUSC 393, Introduction to Early Music Performance Practices (3); Two electives from music literature courses at the 300 level (6); Foreign language, preferably German (6)

Music Theory

Additional Applied Music study at the 300 level (3); MUSC 311, 312, Counterpoint I and II (4); One elective from music literature courses at the 300 level (3); One elective from music theory courses at the 300 level (3)

Early Music Performance Practices

Additional Applied Music study at the 300 level (3); MUSC 393, Introduction to Early Music Performance Practices (3); MUSC 394, Seminar in Early Music Performance Practices (3); One elective from music literature courses at the 300 level (3); Foreign language, preferably German (6)

Performance

Additional Applied Music study at the 300 and 400 levels (9); One elective from music literature courses at the 300 level (3); Foreign language, preferably German (6)

General Musicianship

One elective from music literature courses at the 300 level (3)

Audio Recording Technology

MUSC 151B, 251B, Audio internship (4 sem. of each req.) (4); MUSC 383, 384, Audio Recording I and II (2,2); MUSC 385, 386, Advanced Recording Techniques I and II (2,2); MUSC 387, 388, Multi-track Recording Techniques I and II (2,2); MUSC 391, MUSC 392, Recording Studio Maintenance I and II (1,1); MUSC 350B, Junior Audio Recording Thesis (3); MUSC 351C, Senior Audio Recording Thesis (6); MUSC 399C, Acoustics of Music (1 credit hr., taken 3 times) (3); MUSC 451, Recording Studio Internship (Commercial) (4)

A Minor in Electronics is available from the Electrical Engineering Department. A five-year, double degree program is also available where the student earns a B.A. in music/audio and a B.S. in an elective field of engineering. See double degree section above.

Career Opportunities within the Bachelor of Arts Degree

Students choosing the audio recording technology concentration are prepared to enter professional positions in that field immediately upon graduation. Graduates of the other concentrations are prepared to enter programs of advanced study in music or in other professional programs such as those in medicine, law, and management. Because of the humanistic orientation of the degree and the stress on the liberal arts, students are also able to pursue careers in a wide assortment of fields such as communications, publications, business, and arts criticism.

Bachelor of Science in Music Education

The curriculum for the Bachelor of Science in Music Education degree prepares the student to be eligible for the Ohio Special Certificate in Music (all areas of music in pre-school through 12th grade). This certificate may also be transferred to other states with little or no additional work needed. CWRU education graduates have the highest rate of job placement in Ohio.

Music education students benefit from a wide range of instrumental, vocal, and general classroom methods courses. As an additional part of the program, students benefit from plentiful "hands-on" experience by teaching sample lessons and conducting rehearsals in actual teaching situations.

Requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Music Education degree

Music, Music Education and Education courses

Applied Music
(major and minor areas)
15
Music Theory: (MUSC 101, 102, 105, 106, 201, 202, 205, 206, 317, 318) 20
Music History: (MUSC 321, 322) 6
Literature: One elective from
300-level Music Literature courses
3
Elements of Conducting (MUSC 275) 2
Advanced Conducting (MUSC 276) 2
Arranging for Voices and
Instruments (MUSC 310)
3
Introduction to Education (EDUC 301) 3
*Foundations of Music Education (MUSC 241) 3
Elementary General Music Methods (MUSC 341) 3
Two of the following music methods
electives: MUSC 342. 377, 378
6
Electives from various instrument
classes (1 credit for each class)
5
Practice Teaching (MUSC 396) 12
83

Courses to fulfill graduation requirements and the general requirements of the Ohio Department of Education

*ENGL 150 3
PHED (two semesters--Lifetime
Sports Activities
0
*GER: Mathematics 3
*GER: Natural sciences sequences 6
*GER: History, Philosophy, Religion 6
*Social and Behavioral Sciences:
PSCL 101, EDUC 304
6
*GER: Global and Cultural Diversity 3
Electives outside of MUSC and EDUC 6
Open electives 4
37

Additional Requirements:

Participation in assigned musical ensemble every semester of major

Participation in additional musical ensemble for one year

Recital Class attendance and performance every year of major

Two semesters of Eurhythmics (fulfills Physical Education requirement)

Admission, Retention, and Advanced Standing

Students must pass an interview with the music education faculty to be admitted into the program. Evaluations will take place after each methods course to monitor student progress. Students who expect to meet certification requirements must apply for Advanced Standing by the end of their sophomore year. To apply, students must submit to the music education faculty information about grade point average, personal goals, and self-analysis of performance in the program up to the point of evaluation. Music education faculty may (1) accept a student for advanced standing; (2) accept student with reservation, with a remedial plan; or (3) reject a student and recommend a career change.

A 2.5 cumulative grade point average is required to enter student teaching. A 3.0 grade point average must be maintained in all professional education courses.

Completion of the Bachelor of Science degree does not ensure that the State of Ohio Music Teacher Certification will be awarded. The State of Ohio requires a passing score on the General Knowledge and Professional Knowledge sections of the National Teachers Examination, plus additional state requirements, in addition to the requirements stated above. Students must take the examinations prior to graduation.

Minor

A minor in music requires five courses, two in music theory (generally MUSC 103, 104), two in music history (either MUSC 221 and MUSC 222, or MUSC 321 and MUSC 322), and one other, which may be in applied music. A minor in music education may be devised in consultation with a music education advisor. The department welcomes students' initiative in the development of minor programs suited to their needs.

Sequences

A sequence requires four courses. The department welcomes students' initiatives in developing sequences suited to their needs. The following are sample sequences:

Music and its theory

MUSC 221, 222, 103, 104

Music theory and history

MUSC 103, 104; 221 and 222, or 321 and 322

Music and computers

MUSC 103, 104, 221, 308

Music history, jazz, and performance

MUSC 221,222, 229, APMU 111

Electives for Non-Music Majors

Electives designed for students not majoring in music are MUSC 103, 104, 221, 222, and 229. MUSC 308 is designed for music majors but is open to non-music majors with the permission of the instructor. MUSC 221 and 222 are offered as courses which satisfy the Arts portion of the GER. APMU 380, 382, 385, 383, 381A, and 381B are available, normally by audition. Individual instruction in piano, harpsichord, organ, voice, violin, and all other orchestral instruments is available with consent of the department. See further information under Applied Music.

Departmental Honors

Departmental Honors Programs for the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees have the following admission and completion requirements:

Bachelor of Arts Students

Admission to honors status:

  1. Second-semester sophomore or junior standing
  2. Overall grade point average of 3.2, with music grade point average no lower than overall grade point average
  3. Evidence of exceptional musicianship and scholarly interests
  4. Nomination by a faculty member and acceptance by the music faculty

Program description: successful completion of the following:

  1. Final overall grade point average of 3.2
  2. Project in research or performance (to be arranged with each student)
  3. MUSC 399, Undergraduate Independent Studies or MUSC 390, Undergraduate Seminar in Music for three credits

Bachelor of Science Students

Admission to honors status:

  1. Junior or Senior standing
  2. Overall grade point average of 3.2 and music grade point average of 3.2
  3. Evidence of strong interest in becoming a teacher and of originality in teaching
  4. Nomination by a faculty member and acceptance by the music faculty.

Program description: successful completion of the following:

  1. Final overall grade point average of 3.2 and music grade point average of 3.2
  2. Junior or senior teaching experience prior to Practice Teaching (MUSC 396)
  3. Special project in teaching methods and materials.
  4. MUSC 399, Undergraduate Independent Studies or MUSC 390, Undergraduate Seminar in Music, for three credits.

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

The following graduate degree programs, administered by the University, are offered as part of the Joint Music Program with the Cleveland Institute of Music. General descriptions are given here; however, complete information on all degrees is available from the department. Admission to each degree follows established guidelines of the School of Graduate Studies. Scores from the Graduate Record Examination are not required, but an audition is necessary for students interested in the Early Music Performance Practices and Doctor of Musical Arts programs.

Master of Arts Degree

The Master of Arts degree is offered in the fields of music history and music education. Within music history, students may choose concentrations in music history and literature or in early music performance practices. Master's degree candidates in music education may also choose to add State of Ohio teaching certification.

Double Degree Opportunity

One possibility exists for a double master's degree between the Department of Music (M.A. in Music History) and the Mandel Center fro Nonprofit Organizations (M.N.O.). This program reduces the combined requirements of both programs to 60 credit hours, including practicums with local arts organizations. The program can be completed in two years and results in two separate master's degrees. All admissions requirements must be met for each school, including an undergraduate degree in music, a diagnostic examination in music history and theory, the Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT), a sample essay, as well as references, transcripts, etc. Prospective students should contact both schools for advice from faculty and admissions information.

Master of Arts in Music History

The concentration in music history and literature emphasizes research, history, literature, and the theory of music. The early music performance practices program presupposes the same strong liberal arts training as the music history and literature concentration plus a strong performance interest and background. Research and its application to music performance are stressed.

Within the 30 hours required for either concentration, the following are minimum requirements: history-literature, 9 hours; research, 6 hours; theory-analysis, 3 hours.

Remaining hours are more freely elected with advisor's approval, but 9 hours of applied music are required for performance practices students. Ensemble participation is required but does not earn credit hours toward the degree. Examinations include initial placement tests in history and theory, a reading test in German or French, and final written and oral examinations. In addition, performance practices students must audition as part of the admissions process and must present a lecture-recital near the completion of the degree program. At least 18 credit hours must be at the 400 level or higher.

Master of Arts in Music Education

This degree is built on a set of foundation courses in philosophy, curriculum, psychology, research, evaluation, and musicianship. Additional courses and independent studies enable students to tailor programs to their interests and needs.

Students may pursue one of three degree options. Persons in Plan A write a thesis based on original research and defend the thesis in an oral examination. Persons in Plan B complete a comprehensive examination in music education. Applicants for plans A or B should have a bachelor's degree in music education, a good undergraduate academic record, and at least one year of successful teaching experience.

Persons seeking teacher certification credentials pursue Plan C. The program includes a core of graduate music education courses, graduate music courses, undergraduate music methods courses, and one semester of practice teaching. Applicants for Plan C should have a bachelor's degree in music (B.A. or B.M.), a good undergraduate academic record, and some prior experience in working with children. The regulations in the B.S. program regarding advanced standing, grade point averages, and the National Teachers Examinations apply to graduate students in Plan C as well. Foundation courses for all master's degrees in music education include a music education core of philosophy, curriculum, and research (12 hours); a music core of history, theory (3-9 hours), and performance (0-6 hours); and electives (0-9 hours). Persons in Plan A receive 6 credit hours for thesis research. A minimum of 30 credit hours is required for Plans A and B. Plan C combines music education methods courses (10 hours), general education courses (6 hours), the graduate music education core (12 hours), the graduate music core (9 hours), and practice teaching (12 hours). The music education advisor may allow certain music education and general education courses taken as an undergraduate to count towards the degree requirements. (Plan C requires a minimum of 50 hours.) Entering master's students take placement tests in music history and theory. A comprehensive written examination at the conclusion of course work is also required for persons in Plans B and C.

Doctor of Philosophy Degree

The Doctor of Philosophy degree is offered in two fields: musicology, with concentrations in music history and early music performance practices; and music education.

Doctor of Philosophy in Musicology

This doctorate is granted in recognition of superior scholarly ability and attainment. Award of the degree is based not only on computation of time or enumeration of courses, but also upon distinguished work. Highly qualified applicants may enter this program directly upon completion of a bachelor's degree.

All programs are formulated to suit the individual needs of the student and require the consent of the advisor. A minimum of 48 hours (36 for students with a master's degree) of course work, seminars, and tutorials is required. The last 36 hours (24 for students with masters degree) must be completed at the University.

For performance practices students, course work distribution is as follows: applied music, 9-12 hours (6-9 with master's degree); course work, 36-39 hours (27-30 with master's degree).

For other musicology students, private lessons at the 400 level, although not required, may be counted to a maximum of six credits at the discretion of the advisor.

Examinations include initial placement tests in history, theory, keyboard facility, and a brief audition; reading tests in German and one other foreign language; qualifying examinations in history and theory prior to admission to candidacy; and a general examination with history, theory, style analysis, and oral sections. Upon completion of the dissertation, an oral defense is held. In addition, performance practices students must audition as part of the admissions process and must present a lecture-recital in conjunction with the dissertation. The candidate must teach a college-level course in music history and literature (for early music performance practices) under the supervision of a faculty member, or have had the equivalent experience before the dissertation is completed. Normally all performance practices students will participate in the Collegium Musicum or Baroque Orchestra during each semester in which they are on campus. Credit hours obtained for this participation are not applicable toward the degree.

Doctor of Philosophy in Music Education

The doctorate in music education is offered to persons who have shown a strong and continuing dedication to music teaching. Applicants must have competed three years of teaching. The degree is designed to prepare professionals to assume positions of leadership in elementary, secondary, and collegiate instruction. Prior to graduation, doctoral students demonstrate competency in teaching, research, and musicianship. Every effort will be made to plan a program based on individual student needs and interests while maintaining standards of musical and scholarly excellence. Electives, therefore, will be chosen in consultation with a major advisor in order to ensure a balance between individual interests and traditional graduate expectations.

A total of 54 credit hours is required for the doctoral degree beyond the master's level.

A typical division would be:

Music education: philosophy, psychology, curriculum, research, measurement (15 hours)

Music: theory, history, performance (9-15)

Non-music electives: psychology, art, education, sociology, others (0-3)

Seminars and special readings (6-12)

Dissertation (18)

Examinations include placement exams in music history and theory; and a final general examination which covers music education philosophy and curriculum, research and evaluation, and music history and theory. Upon completion of the dissertation, an oral defense is held. The dissertation topic is chosen by the student in consultation with the faculty. There is no restriction on the method of investigation.

Doctor of Musical Arts Degree

The Doctor of Musical Arts degree is offered in performance, composition, and early music.

Doctor of Musical Arts in Performance (modern instruments) or Composition: Information may be obtained from the Cleveland Institute of Music, 11021 East Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44106.

Doctor of Musical Arts in Early Music

This doctorate is granted in recognition of outstanding performing ability in early music combined with superior scholarly ability in the field of early music performance practices.

All programs are formulated to suit the needs of the individual student and require the consent of the major advisor. A minimum of 24 hours (after the master's degree) of course work, seminars, and tutorials is required. Ensemble participation is required but does not earn credit hours toward the degree.

Examinations include a performance audition; initial placement tests in history and theory; reading tests in German and one other foreign language; an advisory examination or one year of full-time study and a comprehensive examination with history, theory, performance practices, and oral sections. Three juried recitals are required, each to be accompanied by a research document and preceded by a short lecture. Exceptional students may be admitted to a combined M.A./D.M.A. degree program in early music.

SPECIAL FACILITIES

Kulas Music Library

Kulas Music Library, a branch of University Library, is located on the first floor of Haydn Hall, the home of the Department of Music. The library contains approximately 40,000 music scores, books on music, sound recordings, videos, bound periodical volumes, and microforms. Particularly strong are the collections in historical musicology and early music performance practice. Listening equipment is available in the library in order to listen to or view the sound recording and video collections. The music library participates in the OhioLINK consortium of academic libraries, which shares a central on-line catalog and liberal interlibrary lending policies. Access to interlibrary loan with libraries outside of Ohio is also available. The music library is connected to CWRUnet, the University's communication network, which provides access to many on-line catalogs, databases, and CD-ROMs. The collections and services of the Kulas Music Library are available to all University students, whether or not they are music majors. Music majors at the University also have access to the library of the Cleveland Institute of Music, which collects performing materials for solo and chamber music of all kinds and scores for large orchestral, vocal, and dramatic works, as well as selected musicological works.

Center for Music and Technology

The department supports a computer laboratory/resource center devoted to furthering the use of technology in music. The Center for Music and Technology houses Macintosh-based music workstations that are linked by CWRUnet, the University's vast fiber optic network system and gateway to the Internet. This state-of-the-art network allows extremely fast access to a multitude of resources both on and off campus. Using CWRUnet, students working in the center are able to access computers and databases as well as share ideas and research with colleagues around the world. Through the use of MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) keyboards, users may explore computer-assisted composition and sequencing, music synthesis and sampling, and computer-generated music calligraphy. By supporting the most current music copying software, the center provides a resource for the production of professional typeset-quality scores and papers by faculty and students. The center works closely with faculty in providing support facilities for the department's technology-related courses. For example, students enrolled in Computers and Music use the center to explore sequencing, MIDI communication, and musical score production. Designed to meet the specific needs of music students and faculty, the center supports an array of non-musical software including word processing, database, and graphics applications. As the department becomes increasingly technology-oriented, and CWRUnet is increasingly utilized by the faculty in their curricula, the Center for Music & Technology plays an ever increasing role by providing technical support and a necessary focal point for the interchange of ideas and creative solutions.

Kulas Collection of Historical Instruments

The Department of Music maintains an impressive collection of modem reproductions of medieval, Renaissance, and baroque instruments. The instruments are used by the Collegium Musicum and the department's program in Early Music Performance Practices. The collection includes recorders, crumhorns, shawms, sackbuts, cornetti, viols, and baroque strings and woodwinds.

Music Education Resource Center

The department provides a resource center for music education students to prepare educational materials and research projects. The center contains a variety of audio-visual media. Students may borrow items from a large collection of music textbooks, educational recordings, testing materials, vocal and instrumental books, curriculum guides, and classroom instruments.

Applied Music

PRIVATE INSTRUCTION

The Department of Music offers private instruction on Renaissance and Baroque instruments, as well as the usual orchestral instruments, piano, and voice. Students have the unique opportunity to study with outstanding teachers, many of whom are faculty at the Cleveland Institute of Music. Students interested in private instruction should come to the department prior to registration in order to complete the Applied Music Permit form and to learn of further details.

Private lessons carrying credit are available to all University students. Permission for study, level of study, and amount of credit are determined by the faculty of the Department of Music in consultation with the Cleveland Institute of Music. Charges for private lessons are covered by the University tuition rate for undergraduate music and music education majors only; all other students pay an additional fee. The amount of the fee depends on the faculty involved and the length of the lessons. The minimum is $200 per semester. Students normally earn 1.5 or 3 semester hours of credit for private instruction based on either half-hour or hour lessons. All Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy degree students in the department must satisfy the applied music requirements specified in their degree requirements. Graduate students who anticipate private lesson instruction in their programs should consult an advisor before registration. Students register for individual applied music instruction in courses titled Principal Performance Area and Secondary Performance Area.

ENSEMBLES

A number of music ensembles are available within the Joint Music Program. These ensembles are available to qualified University students. Entrance into ensembles may also be subject to space limitations. Students may elect to earn one credit per semester for participation. Auditions for ensembles are held during the first week of classes of each semester. Dates and times are available from the department.

UNDERGRADUATE COURSES

Courses in musical pedagogy, interpretation, and practical understanding are offered under the APMU classification. Those courses which have a direct programmatic role in University degree programs are provided with descriptions. Consult the catalog of the Cleveland Institute of Music for additional offerings in this classification. CIM courses are open only to music and music education majors.

Music (MUSC)

UNDERGRADUATE COURSES

Courses listed below are offered under the Joint Music Program. Descriptions are provided for those courses offered by both schools which are directly applicable to the University-based curricula. The Cleveland Institute of Music catalog provides a full description of courses not described here.

MUSC 003, Pre-conservatory Theory, 3

Development of security in knowledge and skills related to basic materials of musical structure (scales, key signatures, intervals, triads, etc.); general introduction to literature of Western music. Preparation for MUSC 101/105. Credit not applicable toward fulfillment of degree requirements in music major.

MUSC 101, Harmony-keyboard I, 2

Scales, intervals, triads, seventh chords, and their inversions. Harmonization of melodies and basses, chorale study, modulation, analysis. Creative use of material. Correlated and taken concurrently with MUSC 105,106. Both aspects of the course must be passed in order to complete requirements.

MUSC 102, Harmony-keyboard II, 2

See MUSC 101.

MUSC 103, Theory I, 3

Music theory for the nonmusic major. Intervals, scales, rhythmic drill, sight singing, eartraining, keyboard work, and harmony through inversions of triads and seventh chords. Not open to music majors.

MUSC 104, Theory II, 3

See MUSC 103.

MUSC 105, Sightsinging-Eartraining I, 2

Aural and vocal study of isolated and contextual rhythmic patterns, scales, intervals, triads, seventh chords, and traditional and contemporary songs in treble and bass clefs. Correlated and taken concurrently with MUSC 101,102. Both aspects of the course must be passed in order to complete requirements.

MUSC 106, Sightsinging-Eartraining II, 2

See MUSC 105.

MUSC 121, Freshman Colloquium: World of Music I, 0

An examination of music in today's world, with guest lectures and panel discussions by faculty and many outside professionals. Current trends in music as an art, profession, and cultural phenomenon, including some exposure to non-Western music. Limited to and required for freshman music majors.

MUSC 151B, CWRU Audio Internship I, 1

Development of recording engineering skills through professional level work in the Harkness audio service.

MUSC 153, Eurhythmics I, 0

Physical expression of rhythm in which large bodily movements form the reference for rhythmic analysis. Study of pulse, meter, patterns, crossrhythms, improvisation, rhythmic canons, and bodily coordination emphasizing proper tension and relaxation.

MUSC 154, Eurhythmics II, 0

See MUSC 153.

MUSC 201, Harmony-keyboard III, 2

chords, regular and irregular solutions. Correlated and taken concurrently with MUSC 205 and 206. Both aspects of the course must be passed in order to complete requirements.

Prerequisite: MUSC 102

MUSC 202, Harmony-keyboard IV, 2

See MUSC 201.

Prerequisite: MUSC 102

MUSC 205, Sightsinging-Eartraining III, 2

Aural and vocal study using alto and tenor clefs, in addition to treble and bass. Correlated and taken con currently with MUSC 201 and 202. Both aspects of the course must be passed in order to complete requirements.

Prerequisite: MUSC 106

MUSC 206, Sightsinging-Eartraining IV, 2

See MUSC 205.

Prerequisite: MUSC 205

MUSC 221, Introduction to Music: Listening Experience I, 3

A flexible approach to the study of the materials and literature of music. Aural and analytical skills primarily for classical music.

MUSC 222, Introduction to Music: Listening Experience II, 3

Application of the skills developed in MUSC 221 to the understanding of historical and stylistic content of Western music. Focus is on particular works in context with the era of composition.

MUSC 229, History and Styles of Jazz, 3

Musical styles and structures of jazz and American popular music since 1900.

Prerequisite: MUSC 221

MUSC 241, Foundations of Music Education, 3

Application of philosophical, historical, and psychological principles to music instruction. Approaches to teaching and learning, lesson planning, and student motivation. Observation of area music teachers in variety of school settings.

MUSC 251B, CWRU Audio Internship II, 0

Professional level work in the Case Western Reserve University Harkness audio service.

MUSC 253, Eurhythmics III, 0

(Continuation of MUSC 154.) Material of increased difficulty as well as study of syncopation, rhythmic counterpoint, and conducting movements.

MUSC 254, Eurhythmics IV, 0

See MUSC 253.

MUSC 275, Elements of Conducting, 2

Principles and techniques of conducting. Development of basic conducting and score reading skills.

Prerequisite: MUSC 102 or MUSC 104

MUSC 276, Advanced Conducting, 2

Development of a fusion of score analysis, gestural communication, and error detection skills.

Prerequisite: MUSC 275

Century, 2

century composers.

Prerequisite: MUSC 202 and MUSC 206

MUSC 305, Sightsinging-Eartraining V, 3

MUSC 308, Computers and Music, 3

Emphasis on development of music notation and sequencing skills with some attention to word-processing and graphics. Introduction to data management and page layout software. Designed primarily for music majors but also open to non-majors with sufficient background in music theory. Use of the University's software library, CWRUnet and the music department's Center for Music and Technology. No formal training in computers required.

Prerequisite: MUSC 102 or MUSC 104

MUSC 310, Instrumentation and Choral Arrangement, 2

Techniques of writing and arranging for instruments of the band and orchestra and voices. Study of scoring problems for school instrumental and vocal groups.

Prerequisite: MUSC 102 and MUSC 106

MUSC 311, Counterpoint I, 2

Sixteenth century modal counterpoint. Exercises in the five species. Writing of short compositions and motets in two, three and four voices.

Prerequisite: MUSC 202 or MUSC 206

MUSC 312, Counterpoint II, 2

Eighteenth century tonal counterpoint. Analysis and writing of inventions in two parts, and fugues in three and four parts.

Prerequisite: MUSC 202 and MUSC 206

MUSC 315, Orchestration I, 2

The problems and techniques of scoring for strings and woodwinds, for brasses and percussion. Transcriptions and scoring for diverse combinations from chamber group to full orchestra.

MUSC 316, Orchestration II, 2

See MUSC 315.

MUSC 317, Form and Analysis I, 2

century music.

Prerequisite: MUSC 202 or MUSC 206

MUSC 318, Form and Analysis II, 2

See MUSC 317.

Prerequisite: MUSC 202 or MUSC 206 and MUSC 317

MUSC 321, History of Western Music I, 3

Developments in Western music from Early Christian times to the present, especially great periods and composers. Reference to life and thought; illustrated lectures; style analysis. Prescribed listening and reading.

Prerequisite: MUSC 102 or MUSC 106

MUSC 322, History of Western Music II, 3

See MUSC 321.

Prerequisite: MUSC 102 or MUSC 106

MUSC 323, Piano Literature, 3

century to the present. Detailed analysis of representative works; study and comparison of keyboard styles.

Prerequisite: MUSC 202 or MUSC 322

MUSC 324, Chamber Music Literature, 3

Chronological survey of important chamber literature. Analysis of representative sonatas, trios, quartets, and large ensembles.

Prerequisite: MUSC 202 or MUSC 322

MUSC 326, Symphonic Literature, 3

Representative masterworks of symphonic literature. Analysis and discussion of essential details, form, style, and instrumentation.

Prerequisite: MUSC 202 or MUSC 322

MUSC 327, Vocal Literature, 3

Nonoperatic. Detailed analysis of representative works. Comparison of styles.

Prerequisite: MUSC 321 and MUSC 322

MUSC 328, Opera Literature, 3

century to the present. Detailed analysis of representative works.

Prerequisite: MUSC 322

MUSC 329, Jazz and American Popular Music Literature, 3

Musical styles and structures of jazz and American popular music; emphasis on music since 1900.

Prerequisite: MUSC 202 or MUSC 322

MUSC 341, Elementary General Music Methods, 3

Methods and materials for planning and implementing a general music program in the elementary school. Approach based on understanding of child development and includes standard methods such as music learning theory, Orff-Schulwerk, and Kodaly. Application of course material through role playing and individual teaching experiences in local schools.

MUSC 342, Secondary General Music Methods, 3

Methods and materials for planning and implementing a creative general music program in the middle school, junior high school and high school. Approach based on understanding of adolescent development and includes activities to encourage students' creative and analytical thinking. Application of course material through role playing and teaching experiences in local schools.

MUSC 350B, Junior Recording Techniques Thesis, 3

MUSC 351C, Senior Recording Techniques Thesis, 6

MUSC 353, Eurhythmics V, 1

MUSC 354, Eurhythmics VI, 1

MUSC 365, Eurhythmic Pedagogy I, 2

MUSC 366, Eurhythmic Pedagogy II, 2

Prerequisite: MUSC 365

MUSC 377, Instrumental Methods and Materials, 3

Provides knowledge and techniques for school instrumental programs for grades 4 through 12. Content includes philosophy, administration, foundations, preparations, and techniques as they apply to instrumental music teaching.

Prerequisite: MUSC 276

MUSC 378, Choral Methods and Materials, 3

Techniques and problems of school choral music teaching. Topics include choral conducting, tone production, rehearsal techniques, organization and management, and curriculum development. Field experience and clinical projects are required.

Prerequisite: MUSC 276

MUSC 380, Introduction to Recording Techniques, 2

Emphasis is on the making of a professional quality audition tape and the development of the performance skills required in a professional recording studio. Not open to audio recording majors.

MUSC 383, Audio Recording I, 2

A study of basic recording principle and systems and techniques of recording and editing.

MUSC 384, Audio Recording II, 2

Further study of basic recording principles and systems with an introduction to digital recording.

Prerequisite: MUSC 383

MUSC 385, Advanced Recording Techniques I, 2

A study of advanced microphone, recording, and monitoring systems and techniques with an emphasis on two track digital recordings of classical music and critical listening.

Prerequisite: MUSC 384

MUSC 386, Advanced Recording Techniques II, 2

Further study of advanced microphone, recording, and monitoring systems and techniques, with an emphasis on two track digital recordings of large ensemble classical music.

Prerequisite: MUSC 385

MUSC 387, Multitrack Recording Techniques I, 2

A study of multitrack recording and mixdown techniques.

Prerequisite: MUSC 386

MUSC 388, Multitrack-recording Techniques II, 2

Further study of multitrack recording and mixdown techniques, with an emphasis on synchronization to video.

Prerequisite: MUSC 387

MUSC 390, Undergraduate Research Seminar, 3

Special projects appropriate to individual interests and needs.

MUSC 391, Recording Studio Maintenance I, 1

Study of techniques for optimizing professional recording equipment performance.

Prerequisite: MUSC 384

MUSC 392, Recording Studio Maintenance II, 1

Study of techniques for optimizing professional recording equipment performance.

Prerequisite: MUSC 384

MUSC 393, Introduction to Early Music Performance Practice, 3

Summary and perspective of the problems and issues associated with the field of early music performance practices.

Prerequisite: MUSC 321 and MUSC 322

MUSC 394, Seminar in Early Music Performance Practice, 3

Seminar in a specific instrument and/or vocal area of performance practices, such as baroque vocal, instrumental, or keyboard practices. May be repeated because topics vary.

Prerequisite: MUSC 393

MUSC 396, Practice Teaching in Music 1, 2

Teaching music in both elementary and secondary schools, full time, for one semester.

MUSC 399, Undergraduate Independent Studies, 1-3

Each student develops a topic of interest to be explored with a faculty member.

MUSC 399B, Broadcast Procedures, 1-3

MUSC 399C, Acoustics of Music, 1

A seminar in the basic concepts of musical acoustics and research in this area. The students actively participate in experiments exploring various topics in musical acoustics.

GRADUATE COURSES

MUSC 400A, Review of Musical Structure, 3

Instruction of fundamentals of form, counterpoint, and four-part harmony. Designed for graduate students; credit not applicable toward degree requirements.

MUSC 400B, Sightsinging and Eartraining Review, 2

Background in fundamentals of sight singing in four clefs; melodic and harmonic dictation including chromatic harmony and modulation. Designed for graduate students; credit not applicable toward degree requirements.

MUSC 401, Special Reading - Undergraduate, 1-4

MUSC 410, College Teaching Seminar, 3

(Also listed as EDUC 410). Methods for organizing and implementing college instruction, including lecture and discussion formats. Approaches to planning syllabi, evaluating student achievement, and grading. Patterns of intellectual and moral development in college students.

MUSC 416, Pre-common Practice Theory and Analysis, 3

An exploration of treatises and analytical methods appropriate to music of the Medieval and Renaissance eras.

MUSC 417, Analytic Techniques I, 3

Exploration of several approaches to the examination of musical structures, emphasizing hierarchic functional analysis and the interaction of the elements. Focus on music in traditional forms.

MUSC 421, History of Musical Styles, 3

Historical and analytical study of music literature through selected scores.

MUSC 423, Music History and Ideas, 3

Music aesthetics in relation to historical trends in cultural and intellectual thought.

MUSC 431, Medieval Music: Early Christian to 1425, 3

The mass, liturgical drama, and early polyphony through the Ars Nova.

MUSC 432, Music of the Renaissance, 3

Vocal polyphonic music from the Burgundian school through the Elizabethan madrigal.

MUSC 433, Music of the Baroque, 3

Musical developments from Monteverdi to Bach and Handel.

MUSC 434, Viennese Classicism, 3

Development of the symphony, concerto, chamber music, and opera in the works of the Mannheim composers, Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven.

MUSC 435, Nineteenth Century Music, 3

century trends in music up to impressionism.

MUSC 436, Twentieth Century Music, 3

Critical and analytical study of music since 1900. Examination and discussion of stylistic characteristics and aesthetic aims of contemporary composers.

MUSC 441, Philosophical Foundations of Music Education, 3

Major aesthetic philosophies which have influenced contemporary music education. Current issues in music education. Development of a personal professional philosophy.

MUSC 442, Learning and Curricular Development in Music, 3

Development of music curricula as related to studies of student development; humanist and behaviorist positions on teaching and learning music; and approaches to the organization of instructional content.

MUSC 443, Cognitive Psychology of Music, 3

Survey and critical review of research in the cognitive psychology of music as it relates to music education and music performance. Specific topics of study include tonal perception and cognition, foundations and measurement of music aptitude and achievement, and music learning.

MUSC 444, Research and Measurement in Music Education I, 3

Introduction to types of research used in music education. Principles and procedures for developing and analyzing criterion measures used in research and the classroom. Development of research purposes, problems, literature reviews, designs, and procedures.

MUSC 445, Research and Measurement in Music Education II, 3

In-depth critical review of current research in music education. Examination of techniques for data analysis. Development of individual research projects.

MUSC 451, Recording Studio Internship, 4

MUSC 453, Eurhythmics VII, 1

MUSC 454, Eurhythmics VIII, 1

MUSC 471, Graduate Choral Conducting I, 1

MUSC 472, Graduate Choral Conducting II, 1

MUSC 483, Electronic Sound Production I, 2

A practical study of computer assisted electronic music composition, covering traditional concepts of analog and digital synthesis, midi sequencing, sampling techniques, and video soundtrack production.

MUSC 484, Electronic Sound Production II, 2

A practical study of computer assisted electronic music composition covering traditional concepts, analog and digital synthesis, midi sequencing, sampling techniques and video soundtrack production.

Prerequisite: MUSC 483

MUSC 485, Electronic Sound Production III, 2

Advanced study in computer assisted electronic music composition, including video postproduction, disk-based editing of sampled sound, computer synthesis, midi programming.

Prerequisite: MUSC 484

MUSC 486, Electronic Sound Production Iv, 2

Advanced study in computer assisted electronic music composition, including video postproduction, disk-based editing of sampled sound, computer synthesis, midi programming.

Prerequisite: MUSC 485

MUSC 490, Medieval/Renaissance Notation, 3

Theory of chant, modal, mensural, and tablature notations. Practice in making literal transcriptions, editing, and preparing scores for performances.

MUSC 493, Introduction to Early Music Performance Practice, 3

See MUSC 393.

MUSC 494, Seminar in Early Music Performance Practice, 3

(See MUSC 394.)

MUSC 501, Special Reading (M.A. and M.M.), 1-36

MUSC 517, Analysis for Conductors I, 2

MUSC 518, Analysis for Conductors II, 2

MUSC 529, Bibliography and Research Methods in Music, 3

Seminar in research methods and techniques, stressing the analytic and functional approaches to bibliography.

MUSC 539, Doctor of Musical Arts Seminar, 3

Prerequisite: MUSC 529

MUSC 590, Seminar in Music, 3

Problems in musical criticism, aesthetics, and analysis, as well as historical style.

MUSC 591A, Music Education Seminar: Creativity, 3

Seminar topics vary from semester to semester. Recent topics include: creativity and music, advanced wind conducting, psychology of music, and music aptitude.

MUSC 591C, Music Education Seminar: Conducting, 3

See MUSC 591a.

MUSC 591D, MUSC Education Seminar: Aptitude, 3

MUSC 601, Special Readings (Ph.D./DMA), 1-36

MUSC 651, Thesis: (M.A. and M.M.), 1-6

MUSC 696, College Teaching Practicum, 0

MUSC 701, Dissertation Ph.D., 1-36

MUSC 751, Recital Document I- D.M.A, 3

MUSC 752, Recital Document II-D.M.A, 3

MUSC 753, Recital Document III-D.M.A, 1-6

MUSC 782, Composition Document-D.M.A, 3

MUSC 783, Final Composition-D.M.A, 0

Applied Music (APMU)

UNDERGRADUATE COURSES

APMU 011, Recital Class, 0

Recital class

APMU 101, Principal Performance Area I, 2-3

Limited to music and music education majors

APMU 102, Principal Performance Area II, 2-3

Limited to music and education majors

APMU 111, Secondary Performance Area I, 2-3

Open to all university students

APMU 112, Secondary Performance Area II, 2-3

Open to all university students

APMU 120A, Piano Class, 1

APMU 120B, Voice Class, 1

Voice class (1)

APMU 120D, Guitar Class, 1

Guitar class (1)

APMU 120G, Trumpet Class, 1

Trumpet class

APMU 120H, Violin Class, 1

Violin class

APMU 120J, String Class, 1

String class

APMU 120K, Brass Class, 1

Brass class

APMU 120L, Clarinet Class, 1

Clarinet class

APMU 120M, Woodwind Class, 1

Woodwind class

APMU 120N, Percussion Class, 1

Percussion class

APMU 201, Principal Performance Area III, 2-3

Limited to music and music education majors

APMU 202, Principal Performance Area IV, 2-3

Limited to music and music education majors

APMU 211, Secondary Performance Area III, 2-3

Open to all university students

APMU 212, Secondary Performance Area IV, 2-3

Open to all university students

APMU 241, Piano Pedagogy I, 1

APMU 242, Piano Pedagogy II, 1

APMU 291, Opera Ensemble I, 3

APMU 292, Opera Ensemble II, 3

APMU 301, Principal Performance Area V, 2-3

Limited to music and music education majors

APMU 302, Principal Performance Area VI, 2-3

Limited to music and music education majors

APMU 311, Secondary Performance Area V, 2-3

Open to all university students

APMU 312, Secondary Performance Area VI, 2-3

Open to all university students

APMU 327, Accompanying at Harpsichord, 2

Accompanying baroque vocal and instrumental works in a stylistically appropriate manner. Bach sonatas for flute violin, and viola Da. gama. Students are encouraged to perform in class and receive coaching. Limited to six (6) students.

APMU 342, Pedagogy IV, 1

APMU 366, Wind Ensemble, 0

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

APMU 366A, Wind Ensemble, 1

APMU 368, String Ensemble, 1

APMU 369A, Miscellaneous Ensembles, 0-2

APMU 380A, Renaissance Instrumental and Vocal Ensemble, 0-1

APMU 380B, Early Music Singers, 0-1

APMU 380C, Other Early Music Ensembles, 0-1

APMU 380D, Baroque Orchestra, 0-1

APMU 380E, Baroque and Classical Chamber Ensembles, 0-1

APMU 381A, CIM Symphony Orchestra, 0-1

APMU 381B, CIM Chamber Orchestra, 0-1

APMU 382A, University Circle Chorale, 0-1

APMU 382B, University Circle Chamber Choir, 0-1

APMU 382C, Cleveland Orchestra Chorus, 0-1

APMU 382D, University Singers, 0-1

APMU 383A, Jazz Ensemble I, 0-1

Jazz ensemble

APMU 383B, Jazz Ensemble II, 0-1

Jazz ensemble ii

APMU 383C, Symphonic Winds, 0-1

Symphonic winds

APMU 383D, Spartan Marching Band, 0-1

Spartan marching band

APMU 383F, Handbell Choir, 0

APMU 385, University Circle Chamber Orchestra, 0-1

University circle chamber orchestra

GRADUATE COURSES

APMU 401, Principal Performance Area VII, 2-3

Limited to music and music education majors

APMU 402, Principal Performance Area VIII, 2-3

Limited to music and music education majors

APMU 411, Secondary Performance Area VII, 2-3

Open to all university students

APMU 412, Secondary Performance Area VIII, 2-3

Open to all university students

APMU 445, Suzuki Pedagogy I, 2

Suzuki pedagogy I

APMU 446, Suzuki Pedagogy II, 2

Suzuki pedagogy II

APMU 447, Suzuki Pedagogy III, 3

Suzuki pedagogy III

APMU 448, Suzuki Pedagogy IV, 3

Suzuki pedagogy IV

APMU 501, Principal Performance Area IX, 2-3

Limited to music and music education majors

APMU 502, Principal Performance Area X, 2-3

Limited to music and music education majors

APMU 511, Secondary Performance Area IX, 2-3

Open to all university students

APMU 512, Secondary Performance Area X, 2-3

Open to all university students

APMU 601, Principal Performance Area XI, 2-3

Limited to D.M.A. students.




(*indicates courses fulfilling Arts and Sciences General Education Requirements)



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