Graduate Catalog - University of Central Oklahoma
Graduate Catalog - University of Central Oklahoma
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<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Central</strong> <strong>Oklahoma</strong><br />
<strong>Graduate</strong> <strong>Catalog</strong>, 2012 - 2013<br />
<strong>Graduate</strong> Course Descriptions<br />
MUS 5463 - Studies in Music Theory<br />
This title embraces a continually changing variety <strong>of</strong> specific courses<br />
in the broad field <strong>of</strong> music theory, each designed around the particular<br />
expertise or research interest <strong>of</strong> the individual instructor. The subject<br />
areas include but are not limited to specific analytical techniques,<br />
the analysis <strong>of</strong> specific repertoires, issues in the history <strong>of</strong> theory,<br />
and contemporary issues in theoretical analysis. In each case an<br />
emphasis is placed on the state <strong>of</strong> current research in the field and<br />
the involvement <strong>of</strong> students in independent research.<br />
MUS 5473 - Advanced Counterpoint<br />
This course in contrapuntal composition focuses on techniques <strong>of</strong><br />
modal counterpoint and how those techniques are further used in<br />
contemporary music. Students will examine the relationship between<br />
Pre- tonal voice-leading and modern compositional practices, the<br />
historical compositional similarities, and the evolution <strong>of</strong> voice-leading<br />
procedures through survey and analysis. Students will compose<br />
short musical compositions utilizing specific techniques learned<br />
throughout the course.<br />
MUS 5503 - Advanced Conducting-Score Read<br />
This course presents a thorough study <strong>of</strong> choral, band, and orchestral<br />
scores and their interpretation, with particular emphasis on developing<br />
more advanced techniques and experiences in conducting.<br />
MUS 5512 - Brass Pedagogy<br />
This course will address methodological approaches to technical and<br />
musical aspects <strong>of</strong> brass teaching in the context <strong>of</strong> exercises, studies,<br />
and repertoire. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in Applied Brass<br />
and 6 hours <strong>of</strong> Applied Brass at the graduate or undergraduate level.<br />
MUS 5522 - Woodwind Pedagogy<br />
This course will address methodological approaches to technical and<br />
musical aspects <strong>of</strong> woodwind teaching in the context <strong>of</strong> exercises,<br />
studies, and repertoire. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in Applied<br />
Woodwinds and 6 hours <strong>of</strong> Applied Woodwinds at the graduate<br />
or undergraduate level.<br />
MUS 5532 - String Pedagogy<br />
This course will address methodological approaches to technical and<br />
musical aspects <strong>of</strong> string teaching in the context <strong>of</strong> exercises, studies,<br />
and repertoire. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in Applied String<br />
and 6 hours <strong>of</strong> Applied String at the graduate or undergraduate level.<br />
MUS 5542 - Percussion Pedagogy<br />
This course will address methodological approaches to technical and<br />
musical aspects <strong>of</strong> percussion teaching in the context <strong>of</strong> exercises,<br />
studies, and repertoire. Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in Applied<br />
Percussion and 6 hours <strong>of</strong> Applied Percussion at the graduate<br />
or undergraduate level.<br />
MUS 5613 - Jazz Pedagogy<br />
This course will teach techniques <strong>of</strong> instructionin the areas <strong>of</strong> jazz<br />
improvisation and jazz ensemble performance appropriate for teaching<br />
at the high school and university levels. Independent research<br />
and laboratory rehearsal experiences will be required.<br />
MUS 5633 - Jazz History<br />
This course will examine the historical development <strong>of</strong> jazz music as<br />
well as the important elements which comprise the individual styles<br />
<strong>of</strong> jazz. The class will focus on important musicians and literature <strong>of</strong><br />
each era. Attention will also be brought to social aspects <strong>of</strong> American<br />
history as it directly relates to the development <strong>of</strong> jazz music. <strong>Graduate</strong><br />
students will complete additional research projects and give a<br />
minimum <strong>of</strong> three class presentations on assigned topics.<br />
MUS 5653 - Jazz & Commercial Music Arranging<br />
Jazz & Commercial Music Arranging instructs the student in the art<br />
<strong>of</strong> wind, string, vocal, and rhythm section arranging as relates to jazz<br />
and commercial music styles. Students will be expected to arrange<br />
for jazz ensemble, studio rhythm section, various combinations <strong>of</strong><br />
horns/strings, and vocals.<br />
MUS 5662 - CD Album Pre-Production<br />
This course is intended to give students laboratory studio time with<br />
instructor supervision to complete pre-production <strong>of</strong> the graduate<br />
CD album. This includes composition, arranging and orchestration,<br />
and scratch reference tracks. Prerequisite(s): MUS 5372, 5383, and<br />
(5653 or concurrent enrollment).<br />
MUS 5674 - CD Album Production<br />
CD Album Production is to be taken during the final spring semester<br />
<strong>of</strong> the Master <strong>of</strong> Music in Jazz Studies Commercial Music Production<br />
Degree. During this semester project, the student will complete<br />
all recording, editing, mixing, and mastering <strong>of</strong> the final CD Album<br />
project. Prerequisite(s): MUS 5372, 5383, and 5662.<br />
MUS 5713 - Analytical Techniques<br />
This course introduces students to the advanced application <strong>of</strong> techniques<br />
<strong>of</strong> harmonic and formal analysis as applied to the repertoires <strong>of</strong><br />
western music from the eighteenth through the early twentieth century.<br />
MUS 5723 - History <strong>of</strong> Performance<br />
This course surveys the development <strong>of</strong> western music from medieval<br />
to modern times from the perspective <strong>of</strong> music performance and its<br />
literature. Students will study such aspects <strong>of</strong> historical performance<br />
as rhythm, tempo, ornamentation, and improvisation as well as<br />
learn how to distinguish practices appropriate to specific historical<br />
periods. Students will also receive an introduction into the primary<br />
and secondary literature in the field and how to evaluate both it and<br />
issues <strong>of</strong> philosophy, aesthetics and authenticity.<br />
MUS 5733 - History <strong>of</strong> Theory<br />
This course traces the impact <strong>of</strong> music theory on the development <strong>of</strong><br />
western music from ancient to modern times. The interaction between<br />
academic and practical traditions, as revealed in the separate literatures<br />
<strong>of</strong> academic speculative theory and practical theory <strong>of</strong> composition<br />
and performance practice, will be covered. Prerequisite(s): MUS<br />
2623, 2663 and 3273 with a minimum grade <strong>of</strong> “C”.<br />
MUS 5743 - Music History Pedagogy<br />
This course is an advanced diachronic survey <strong>of</strong> music history, ancient<br />
through contemporary, emphasizing the historical development <strong>of</strong><br />
musical styles with reference to selected works from the literature.<br />
Students will participate actively in the conduct <strong>of</strong> the class, gaining<br />
knowledge <strong>of</strong> the pedagogy <strong>of</strong> music history and practical experience<br />
in teaching.<br />
MUS 5753 - Studies in Music History<br />
This title embraces a continually changing variety <strong>of</strong> specific courses<br />
in the broad field <strong>of</strong> music history, each designed around the particular<br />
expertise or research interest <strong>of</strong> the individual instructor. The subject<br />
areas include but are not limited to genre studies, individual composers,<br />
limited period studies and contemporary issues. In each case an<br />
emphasis is placed on the state <strong>of</strong> current research in the field and<br />
the involvement <strong>of</strong> students in independent research.<br />
MUS 5773 - History <strong>of</strong> Instruments<br />
This course covers the history <strong>of</strong> keyboard, woodwind, brass, string<br />
and percussion instruments in their general and technical development,<br />
considering them in the context <strong>of</strong> historical performance. It<br />
also makes references to how development was affected by such<br />
issues as significant innovations in orchestration and tuning and<br />
temperament systems.<br />
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