D class assignments available in LPB200; phone 740-4721.
Music courses change to "D" on the second week of classes and require departmental approval. Students accepted into a graduate program must take entrance examinations prior to their first registration. Any deficiencies revealed must be removed prior to completion of two semesters of course work. Transferring undergraduate students registering for the first time who have previous course work must take the appropriate examination for placement. Contact the Thornton School Office of Student Affairs for information. INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTION - 1 unit has a $350 fee, and includes 7.5 hours of total instruction. 2 units has a $700 fee, and includes 15 hours of total instruction. Contact school for course level guide.
Development of musical and lyrical skills, composing, listening, analysis, and critiques of popular original music. Duplicates credit in former MUCO 250.
Fundamentals of computer music production for music students. Recording and editing multitrack digital audio using computer software. Open to music majors only, with the exception of majors in music industry.
Restriction: Registration closed to the following major(s): Music Industry
Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): 20
Continuation of Songwriting I; particular emphasis on the analysis of the techniques of important popular songwriters and the application of these techniques to original songs. Duplicates credit in former MUCO 252.
A history of hip-hop music from its inception to the present: its musical processes and styles, as well as attendant social, political, and cultural issues.
Diversity: This course satisfies the university's diversity requirement.
Music, lyrics, recordings, production techniques, career strategy, social ramifications, and especially the technological impact of the musical group known as The Beatles.
Critical examination of the lyrics, structure, associated mythology, technology, and evolving styles of popular music reflecting the turbulent societal changes during the Sixties and Seventies.
The history, genres, styles, songs, lyrics, and influences of American vernacular music in the 20th century, including the background that spawned these musical genres.
The musical contribution of Africans and African Americans to American society. Musical genres and the relationship between music and society will be topics for examination.
Diversity: This course satisfies the university's diversity requirement.
Continuation of Songwriting I and II with emphasis on the development of performance skills of original popular music in preparation for songwriting showcases. Duplicates credit in former MUCO 254.
Practical work experience in the student's field of study, at an off-campus location. Students are individually supervised by faculty. Open only to Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Arts, Music majors only. Not available for graduate credit. Graded CR/NC.
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Music, Composition, Jazz Studies, Jazz Studies (Vocal), Music Education, Music Industry, Bassoon, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Flute, French Horn, Harp, Oboe, Organ, Percussion, Piano, Saxophone, Studio Guitar, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola, Violin, Violoncello, Vocal Arts
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior, Senior
Practical work experience in the student's field of study, at an off-campus location. Students are individually supervised by faculty. Open only to music majors. Graded CR/NC.
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Music (Early Music Performance), Music (History and Literature), Choral Music, Composition, Conducting, Jazz Studies, Music Education, Bassoon, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Flute, French Horn, Harp, Performance (Keyboard Collaborative Arts), Oboe, Organ, Percussion, Piano, Saxophone, Studio Guitar, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola, Violoncello, Vocal Arts, Music ( Historical Musicology), Early Music Performance
Practical work experience in the student's field of study, at an off-campus location. Students are individually supervised by faculty. Open only to doctoral students in music. Graded CR/NC.
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Music ( Historical Musicology), Choral Music, Composition, Early Music Performance, Jazz Studies, Music Education, Bassoon, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Flute, French Horn, Harp, Performance (Keyboard Collaborative Arts), Oboe, Organ, Percussion, Piano, Saxophone, Studio Guitar, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola, Violin, Violoncello, Vocal Arts
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Doctoral Student
