Department Of Music

George Killian, Jr., Marlene Schleiffer, Patricia Spedden, John Thompson, Robert Lynn, Ben Kendall

The Music Department seeks to develop students’ God-given talents by training skilled musicians for Christian service, fostering aesthetic discernment in varying styles of music, and providing opportunities for performing, creating, and serving God and the community through music.  The Music Department offers majors in music leading to a bachelor of music degree in performance (with primary applied areas in any traditional instrument, voice, piano, or piano with an emphasis in piano pedagogy), composition, or music education.  A non-professional bachelor of arts degree in music, a bachelor of arts degree in music for the contemporary church and a bachelor of science degree in music business are also available.  The Huntington University Music Department is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, the State Department of Public Instruction of Indiana, the National Association of Schools of Music and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.

Prospective music majors should contact the Music Department before or at the same time they apply to the University to make arrangements for an audition.  Performance scholarship and grant money is allotted to outstanding students based upon their auditions and other University criteria.  Performance grant application forms may be obtained at any time by calling the Music Department secretary at 260-359-4262.  Music audition days are normally held toward the end of the fall semester and at the beginning of the spring semester of each academic year.

Several assessments are made to ensure that each music student is progressing sufficiently and has a reasonable expectation of completing the degree program in four years.  All students enrolled in private applied lessons must complete a performance jury at the end of each semester.  Freshmen will take an aptitude test and interview with the music faculty at the end of the second semester to evaluate the viability of continued study.

Sophomores in the bachelor of music degrees will take the upper divisional qualifying exam in their primary applied area at the end of the second semester, in lieu of a jury, to determine their eligibility for advancement to upper division applied lessons.  All candidates for the bachelor of music and candidates for the bachelor of arts in music with a concentration in music for the contemporary church will take the piano proficiency exam, typically after four semesters of piano class or private study, and will take similar proficiency exams in voice and guitar.

Bachelor of Music in Performance

Students who choose the performance major in the bachelor of music degree must complete MU 110, 111, 112, 113, 178, 301, 302, 303, 304, 335, 341, 342, and 481, participate in at least one major ensemble (MU P11, P12, P20, P21) for eight semesters, pass a piano proficiency exam, and give a one half-hour and one hour recital.  In addition to the basic performance requirements, students whose primary applied area is voice must take MU 241, 242, 365, 385, MU A01-04, MU A11 (three semesters of 1 credit), four semesters of MU P30 (0 credit), four semesters of applied voice for 2 credits, and four semesters of upper division applied voice for 4 credits.  Students whose primary applied areas are wind, string, or percussion must take MU 236, 237, 346, 380, MU A01-04, one semester of MU P22, one semester of MU P24, four semesters of applied instrument for 2 credits, four semesters of upper division applied instrument for 4 credits, and participate in a second ensemble for four semesters.  Students whose primary applied area is piano must take MU 347, 382, four semesters of MU P31, four semesters of applied piano for 2 credits, fours semesters of upper division applied piano for 4 credits, and applied study in a secondary instrument or voice (2 credits for two semesters).  Students whose primary applied area is piano performance with piano pedagogy emphasis must take ED 236; MU 234, 265, 347, 382, three semesters of MU 498, two semesters of MUP31, four semesters of applied piano for 2 credits, four semesters of upper division applied piano for 2 credits, and applied study in a secondary instrument or voice (2 credits for two semesters).  A practicum/ observation of studio teaching is recommended for students in piano pedagogy during January Term of their junior year.  The bachelor of music performance major prepares students for graduate school and college teaching as well as for professions such as solo and ensemble performance, accompanying, conducting, church music ministry, private teaching, and teaching at private Christian academies.

Bachelor of Music in Composition

Students who choose the composition major in the bachelor of music degree must complete MU 110, 111, 112, 113, 178, 301, 302, 303, 304, 236, 237, 265, 335, 337, 338, 341, 342, 481, MU A01-A04, MU A06, four semesters of applied lower division composition (MU A29) for 2 credits, two semesters of applied upper division composition (MU A49) for 2 credits, two semesters of applied upper division composition (MU A49) for 4 credits, four semesters of MU A11 applied piano for 1 credit, two semesters of MU P22 or P24, four semesters of a major choral ensemble (MU P11 or MU P12), four semesters of a major instrumental ensemble (MU P20 or MU P21), pass a piano proficiency exam, and give one half-hour and one hour recital. 

Bachelor of Music in Music Education Leading to Teacher Licensing

The music education major in the bachelor of music degree provides the student with three possible licensing programs that permit the student to teach in kindergarten through grade twelve.  Students must be accepted into the Teacher Education Program not later than the fall semester of the junior year.  PY 111 Introduction to Psychology, ED 212 Introduction to Education, ED 236 Educational Psychology, SE 234 Education of the Exceptional Adolescent (or SE 232 Education of the Exceptional Child), MU 234 Elementary General Music Methods, MU 325 Middle School Music Methods, and either MU 427 Instrumental Methods and Communication or MU 429 Choral Methods and Communication, ED 395 Multicultural Practicum, ED 440 Topics and Problems, ED 450 or 460 Student Teaching in Elementary or Secondary school must be completed by all music education students in addition to the required music courses.

To complete the music education major in the bachelor of music degree with a concentration in all-grade vocal and general music students must complete MU 110, 111, 112, 113, 178, 301, 302, 303, 304, 236, 237, 241, 242, 335, 338, 341, 342, 348, 361, and 481, MU A01-A04 and MU A06-A08 (unless in applied area), two semesters of applied voice or applied piano for 2 credits, three semesters of upper division applied voice or applied piano for 2 credits, seven semesters of one or more major choral ensembles (MU P11 or MU P12); pass the piano proficiency exam; and give a 25-minute senior recital.  Piano may be the major applied area, in which case, a student must complete 4 semesters of applied voice.

To complete the music education major in the bachelor of music degree with a concentration in all-grade instrumental and general music students must complete MU 110, 111, 112, 113, 178, 301, 302, 303, 304, 236, 237, 335, 337, 341, 342, 345, 360, and 481, MU A01-A04 and MU A06 and A08 (unless in applied area), two semesters of applied instrument for 1 credit, two semesters of applied instrument for 2 credits, three semesters of upper division applied instrument for 2 credits, MU P22 or P24 for two semesters, seven semesters of one major instrumental ensemble (MU P20 or P21); pass the piano proficiency exam; and give a 25-minute senior recital.  Piano may be the major applied area, in which case, a comprehensive proficiency on a secondary instrument must be demonstrated.

All-area licensing may be earned by completing the music education major with all of the courses required in both the vocal and instrumental music education concentrations and usually requires a fifth year.

Bachelor of Arts

The music major in the bachelor of arts degree is a general liberal arts degree for the student interested in music but not seeking a career in public-school teaching or performance. Students who choose the music major in the bachelor of arts degree must complete MU 110, 111, 112, 113, 178; either MU 236 and 237; or MU 241 and 242; MU 341 or 342; and 481; MU A01-A04 and MU A06-A09 (unless in applied area), six semesters of applied lessons for 1 credit and eight semesters of major choral ensembles (MU P11 or MU P12).

The music for the contemporary church major in the bachelor of arts degree is designed to prepare students for music ministry, specifically to train leaders for church music programs.  Students who select this program take MU 110, 111, 112, 113, 178, 265, 338, 341or 342, 361, 392, 394, 481, 496; MU A01-A04 and MU A06-A09 (unless in applied area); six semesters of applied lessons for 1 credit, eight semesters of major choral ensembles (MU P11 or MU P12), one semester of a second ensemble for 1 credit, four semesters of MU P23 Handbell Choir, and two semesters of MU P13 Worship Ensemble.  Students in this program may substitute a semester in the Contemporary Music Program of the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities for the final semester of study.  Specific courses waived for students in the Contemporary Music Program of the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities include MU 496, 1 hour of applied study, choral ensemble, secondary ensemble and electives.

Bachelor of Science in Music Business

The music business major in the bachelor of science degree is designed for those students interested in operating a commercial music enterprise, such as a retail music store or private lesson studio, or in working in the sound recording or commercial music industry. Students in this program complete MU 110, 111, 112, 113, 178, 265, 285, 341, 342, MU A01, MU A02, 6 semesters of applied study for 1 credit, seven semesters of a major ensemble (MU P11, P12, P20, P21), 1 elective credit in music; AC 241, 242; BA 252, 345, 381, 414; OA 215 (select 2 of 4); RC 416; one from BA 452 and OA 371; and MU 497 or a semester in the Contemporary Music Program of the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities.

Minor in Music

A minor in music may be earned by completing 22 hours in music courses, including MU 110, 111, 115, 178, six semesters of a major ensemble (MU P11, P12, P20, P21), and 6 credits of applied music lessons, and 9 hours from MU 112, 113, 236, 237, 241, 242, 341, 342, 347, 385, 392, 481, MU A31 (by permission), MU A01-04 (4 hours), MU A06-07 (2 hours), and MU A08-09 (2 hours).

Courses in Music

MU 110 Music Theory/Form I                              (3)

This course is designed to give students an understanding of the formal construction of music.  It includes an in-depth study of rhythmic notation, tonality, scales, key systems, intervals and transposition, chords, figured bass, cadences, non-harmonic tones, melodic organization and analysis, texture, principles of voice leading, first species counterpoint, and an introduction to composition and improvisation.  Prerequisites: Completion of Harder Programmed text: Basic Materials in Music Theory provided by the Music Department and satisfactory score on theory placement exam administered during Freshman Orientation

                                                                         Fall

MU 111 Aural Skills                                            (1)

An introduction to dictation and recognition exercises in melody, harmony, and rhythm, with special attention to intervals.  Students learn to sight-sing using the “move-able do” system.  Dictation and sight-singing exercises are related to studies in written theory/form.  Must be taken concurrently with MU 110. 

                                                                      Fall

MU 112 Music Theory/Form II                             (3)

A continuation of composition, improvisation, and voice-leading principles, and an in-depth study of harmonic progression and analysis; dominant, leading-tone, non-dominant, and secondary dominant sevenths; modulation; and two- and three-part form.   Prerequisite: C- or better in MU110

Spring

MU 113 Aural Skills II                                         (1)

A continued study of melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation.  Sight-singing studies are continued, including singing in minor, and using chromatic syllables.  Must be taken concurrently with MU 112.  Prerequisite: C- or better in MU 111

Spring

MU 115 Introduction to Music                             (2)

An introduction to appreciation of Western music concentrating on: basic terminology and instruments; the time periods of music history and their respective style characteristics; the parallels between poetry, literature, visual art, and music; listening skills to encourage life-long learning; and a sociological understanding of how different cultures use music.  An emphasis is placed on critical analysis and writing skills.  Listening assignments and concert attendance are required.

Fall, Spring

MU 178 Basic Conducting                                   (1)

Introduction to the basic conducting patterns and coordination of both hands.  Practice in shaping musical sounds through conducting, demonstrating a functional knowledge of the language of music.  Usually taken concurrently with MU 301 and 302.

Fall

MU 236 Brass/Percussion Techniques and Pedagogy  (2)

A pedagogical study of the brass and percussion families of instruments, learning basic embouchure, fingerings, how to produce a correct tone, sticks and rhythmic rudiments, and melodic percussion mallets.  The student will gain a familiarity with the instruments and experience in methods for teaching the instruments to beginners.

Fall

MU 237 Woodwind/String Techniques and Pedagogy   (2)

A pedagogical study of the woodwind and string families of instruments, learning basic embouchure or position, fingerings, how to produce a correct tone, and other basic rudiments.  The student will gain a familiarity with the instruments and experience in methods for teaching the instruments to beginners.

Spring

MU 241 English/German Diction and Literature  (2)

Students will learn and master the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and drill on phonetics and rules of English diction for singers while studying the major song literature of Great Britain and America, from the Renaissance to the Modern period.  Students will apply the IPA to learning German pronunciation and diction for singers while exploring the major German art song repertoire from the Renaissance through the 20^th Century, with special emphasis on the major song cycles and other Lieder of the Romantic Period.

Fall

MU 242 Latin/Italian/ French Diction and Literature      (2)

Using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), students will learn correct singer’s diction in Latin and Italian, memorize basic vocabulary, learn to translate text and transcribe text into IPA while exploring the Mass and other significant Latin prose and the major Italian art song repertoire of the Renaissance through the 20^tth Century.  Mid-semester, the emphasis will switch to the French language with work on learning correct diction, transcribing orthographic language to IPA, translating and memorizing basic vocabulary while listening to and singing French Melodié from the major periods.  Prerequisite: C- or better in MU 241

Spring

MU 265 Music Technology                                  (2)

This course has two components.  The first is an introduction to the use of public address equipment in a performance setting.  Topics include the various components of the PA system, its use and criteria for selection, preparation for hands-on work with different systems.  The second component features the use of electronic keyboards and computers.  The student will learn to connect the two and, through MIDI interface, exchange information to be used in recording, performing, scoring, and sequencing.  Prerequisite: MU 112

Fall Odd Years

MU 285 Introduction to the Music Industry         (2)

An overview of the music industry, including a survey of its history and a study of contemporary trends.  Focus is given to the recording industry, band organization, and legal issues.  Field trips expected.

Spring Even Years

MU 301 Music Theory/Form III                            (3)

A continuation of composition, improvisation, and a study of chromatic harmony, including borrowed chords, Neapolitan 6ths, and augmented 6ths, and of standard forms including variation technique, sonata form, and rondo form.  Prerequisite: C- or better in MU 112

Fall

MU 302 Aural Skills III                                        (1)

An intermediate study of melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation and recognition   Sight-singing studies include chromatic syllables, modulation, and syncopation.  Must be taken concurrently with MU 301.  Prerequisite:  C- or better in MU 113

Fall

MU 303 Music Theory/Form IV                            (3)

A continuation of composition, improvisation, and a study chromatic harmony, including extended chords, altered dominants, chromatic mediants, common-tone diminished sevenths, and foreign modulation, and of 16^th and 18^th century counterpoint.  Also includes a study of characteristics and techniques used in Romantic, Post-Romantic, Impressionistic, Contemporary, and New Music.  Prerequisite: C- or better in MU 301

Spring

MU 304 Aural Skills IV                                        (1)

Advanced study of harmonic dictation and other aural skills.  Further sight-singing studies in modulation, as well as modal, non-tonal, and 20^th Century melodies.   Must be taken concurrently with MU 303.  Prerequisite: C- or better in MU 302

Spring

MU 335 Orchestration                                         (2)

An introduction to the instruments of the orchestra, their ranges, tones, technical idiosyncrasies, histories, and scoring for small ensembles, wind bands, and orchestra.  Some non-Western instruments are also studied such as the string instruments of the Far East and percussion instruments of Africa and Latin America.  Prerequisite: MU 112

Fall

MU 337 Instrumental Arranging and Composition (2)

Practical experience in and the study of arranging styles and techniques for various instrumental ensembles, band, orchestra, brass choir, woodwind quintet, chamber strings, etc.  Students will learn to use music-writing computer programs to complete major assignments, arrangements of vocal works, orchestral reductions, hymns, transcriptions, and simple chorales, and freely composed works for different combinations of instruments and voices with instruments.  Prerequisite: MU 335

Spring

MU 338 Choral Arranging and Composition        (2)

Practical experience in and the study of arranging styles and techniques for various choral ensembles, including SATB, SSA, and TTBB.  Students will learn to use music-writing computer programs to complete major assignments such as arrangements of instrumental works, hymns, simple chorales, transcriptions, and freely composed works for different combinations of voices, and voices with instruments.  Prerequisite: MU 112

Spring

MU 341 Music History and Literature I                (3)

Detailed study of the history and stylistic development of music from antiquity to 1750, including inter-disciplinary studies relating music to other arts and humanities.  Although the main focus is on Western art music, many ethno-musicological examples are used and some unusual genre of world music are studied.  Prerequisite: C- or better in MU 115

Fall

MU 342 Music History and Literature II              (3)

Detailed study of the history and stylistic development of music from 1750 through the Twentieth Century, including Western art music and non-traditional world music.  Students will explore wholly modern idioms such as jazz alleatory and minimalist music and will examine non-Western harmonic systems.  Prerequisite: C- or better in MU 341

Spring

MU 345 Band/Orchestral Literature and Literacy (3)

An in-depth study of the major band and orchestral literature.  Students will complete an annotated bibliography of 100 source readings in literature for winds, strings, percussion, and conducting; practice putting together concert programs based on research and literature studied; compose program notes and compile materials for files on major band and orchestral composers; begin and organize a personal music library choosing a filing system and computer program; and become familiar with the major journals in instrumental music and conducting.  This is a reading in the content area and writing intensive course.  Prerequisites: MU 335 and 360

Spring

MU 346 Literature of the Instrument                    (2)

Survey of solo, chamber, and concerto literature for an orchestral instrument.  This class will usually be taught by the applied instrument instructor concurrently with the applied lessons during the semester of the Senior Recital.  Students will complete an annotated bibliography and discography of the major repertoire for their instruments.

Fall, Spring

MU 347 Piano Literature                                     (2)

Survey of solo, concerto, and chamber music literature for the piano.  Students will complete an annotated compendium and discography of the major repertoire for piano.  Prerequisite: One year applied study

Fall

MU 348 Choral Literature and Literacy                (3)

An in-depth study of the major choral literature.  Students must complete an annotated bibliography of over 100 source readings in choral literature and conducting; practice putting together concert programs based on research and literature studied; compose program notes and compile files on major choral composers; begin and organize a personal choral library choosing a filing system and computer program; and become familiar with the major journals in choral music and conducting.  This is a reading in the content area and writing intensive course.  Prerequisite: MU 361

Spring

MU 360 Instrumental Conducting                        (2)

Baton technique, score reading and study, and rehearsal procedures.  Practical experience conducting instrumental ensembles including wind ensemble, orchestra, and jazz band.  Prerequisite: MU 178

Fall

MU 361 Choral Conducting                                 (2)

Practical application of basic choral conducting techniques combined with principles of score study and rehearsal techniques.  Students work with the various ensembles to hone conducting and rehearsal skills and meet an additional hour per week for an overview of choral repertoire.  Prerequisite: MU 178

Fall

MU 365 Techniques of Musical Theatre               (2)

Survey of the history and repertoire of musical theatre and a study of the knowledge and skills required of the singer, actor, director, and producer of staged musical works.  Identical with TH 365.  Prerequisite: Voice performance major, theatre performance major, or permission

Spring Odd Years

MU 380 Instrumental Pedagogy                          (2)

Exploration of common pedagogical principles for private wind, string or percussion instrumental instruction with a study of the methods and materials from most of the major publishers.  Consideration of business management, marketing, and ethical issues confronting private studio teachers.  Prerequisite: One year of applied study

Fall, Spring

MU 382 Piano Pedagogy                                     (3)

Exploration of common pedagogical principles for private and group piano instruction for students of all ages, with a study of the methods and resources from most of the major publishers and suppliers.  Consideration of new technology, business management, marketing, ethical, and performance issues confronting studio piano teachers.  Prerequisite: One year of applied study

Spring

MU 385 Vocal Pedagogy                                     (2)

A detailed study of the anatomy and physiology of the singing process, respiration and phonation, the classification of vocal fach, and a discussion of the various pedagogical approaches to the teaching of singing.  Students will compile an annotated bibliography of 50 books and journals on teaching voice and an additional annotated bibliography of literature for the beginning singer in all fachs.  Prerequisite: One year of voice class or applied study

Fall

MU 392 Church Music Administration                 (1)

Principles of structuring and developing a church music program including graded choirs, music filing, recruiting, working with pastors, and music education in the church.  Field observations required. Prerequisite:  Open to students completing concentration in music for the contemporary church or by permission

 Fall

MU 394 Hymnology, Liturgy, and Literature        (3)

Exploration of the historical development of both hymn texts and music along with a detailed study of traditional liturgies and a comparison of liturgies as used in today’s churches.  Introducing students to the literature of all music periods which is appropriate for use by church choirs.  Special emphasis on techniques for selection of music.  Students will compile an annotated bibliography of sources for sacred choral literature.  Prerequisites:  MU 110 and 115

Spring

MU 481 Theology of Music in Worship               (2)

This course will focus on the development of a personal philosophy with regard to the theology of music in worship.  Students will research scripture for specific references to music as well as for principles related to music and worship.  Assigned readings, papers, and discussion will cover topics such as creation and creativity, music making, meaning in music, pluralism and diversity, musical quality and excellence, popular Christian music, and the practice of music in the worshiping and witnessing church.

Fall

MU 490 Independent Study                              (1-3)

A research project, usually culminating in a formal mono-graph related to the music major; recommended for seniors preparing to enter graduate school.  Prerequisite: Consent

Fall, Spring

MU 496 Internship in Church Music                    (3)

Semester-long observation and apprenticeship for the church music major.  The department makes the assignment with an outstanding music director or minister of music in the area.  Prerequisite: Completion of junior coursework in music

Fall, Spring

MU 497 Internship in Music Business               (12)

A semester-long fulltime apprenticeship for the music business major.  Students intern with a music agency, such as a professional recording studio, a retail store or wholesale music or instrument distributor, an applied teaching studio, an instrument building or repair facility, or other commercial music enterprise.  Students may also fulfill the internship require-ment in the music business program by enrolling in The Contemporary Music Institute, an off-campus program sponsored by the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities.  Applications for that program must be submitted in the spring of the year preceding the desired placement.

Fall, Spring

MU 498 Internship in Piano Teaching                 (1)

A three-semester sequence of apprenticeship piano teaching.  The first semester is devoted to beginners, children through adults.  The second semester focuses on intermediate through advanced students in a variety of age levels.  For these experiences, student interns are supervised by a master teacher in an area studio and a college supervisor.  In the final semester, students team-teach college Class Piano with a faculty member.  Designed for students majoring in performance with the piano pedagogy emphasis, the class is open to all who meet the prerequisites.  Prerequisites: MU A11, MU 382, ED 236

Fall, Spring

Courses in Music Education

MU 234 Elementary General Music Methods      (3)

The study of the musical development of children ages 3-9 years as well as methods and materials for teaching general music in elementary school.  Suzuki, Orff, Kodaly, Dalcroze, and Gordon educational systems will be studied in detail, and the student will become familiar with the basic vocabulary of each method, i.e. Kodaly hand-signals, Dalcroze eurythmics movement, and Orff instruments, etc.  Topics related to program administration and assessment of students’ progress will be explored.  Field experience including work with special needs children required.  Prerequisites: ED 212 and C- or better in MU 301 and 302 or piano pedagogy emphasis

Spring

MU 325 Middle School Music Methods               (3)

The study of the musical development of children and young adolescents ages 10-14 years as well as methods and materials for teaching general music, guitar class, piano class, beginning band, beginning choir, and exploratory music appreciation courses in middle school or junior high.  Field experience including work with special needs children required.  Prerequisite: C- or better in MU 234

Fall

MU 427 Instrumental Methods and Communication      (3)

The study of teaching instrumental music in the public schools, including pedagogy and materials for band, orchestra, and jazz band.  Extensive work in communications includes the study of various learning styles and methods for reaching those learners, and producing polished written communications.  Other topics include organizing booster organizations and planning and managing budgets.  Students will complete a detailed written project outlining the establishment of a high school or middle school instrumental program, purchase of instruments, choice of literature, balance of instrumentation, publicity, and recruitment.  Field experience including work with special needs children required.  Prerequisites: All junior music coursework and C- or better in MU 325

Fall

MU 429 Choral Methods and Communication     (3)

The study of teaching choral music in the public schools, including pedagogy and materials for mixed and same-sex traditional ensembles and show choirs.  Using Don Collins’ Teaching Choral Music, students will study Piaget and other theories of cognitive development and learning styles and practice methods of communication with each.  This writing intensive course culminates in an extensive written project on the development of a high school or middle school comprehensive choral program, including setting up a budget, purchasing equipment, choosing and purchasing uniforms, planning concert programs, publicity, and recruitment.  Field experience including work with special needs children required.  Prerequisites: All junior music coursework and C- or better in MU 325

Fall

Courses in Applied Music

Private instruction, with emphasis on acquiring a functional knowledge of the language and grammar of music and developing instrumental technique and interpretive skills, is required for all music majors and minors.  Private studio work includes a study of standard literature from all periods of music history.  Bachelor of music students will receive 12 full-hour lessons per semester in their major instrument and are required to practice one hour per day for each credit hour of applied instruction.  Applied students must also attend a weekly area lab, participate in formal and informal recitals and the ensemble appropriate to their instrument, and attend a specified number of concerts and recitals for which they are asked to write critical reviews.  Music majors may also register for private instruction on a minor instrument, usually a half-hour lesson per week for 1 credit hour.

Only students who are music majors or minors or who have permission from the Music Department may register for private music lessons.  If room is available in the studio teacher’s schedule, non-majors may audition for the music faculty for permission to study applied music.  Preference is given to theatre and ministry and missions majors.

Bachelor of arts students taking applied music designated for 1 credit meet for twelve half-hour lessons per semester.  Students taking private lessons pay an applied lesson fee in addition to regular tuition.  The fee amount is determined by whether the student is taking a half-hour or full-hour lesson.  No refund of lesson fees is made once arrangements have been made with the instructor.

Class applied instruction is offered every semester in piano, voice, and guitar; and these classes are open to all Huntington University students regardless of major.

Students pursuing music performance or music education programs who have minimal piano background will normally enroll in Class Piano I-IV, MU A01-04, for their first four semesters of piano study, after which they will be expected to pass a piano proficiency exam and may elect private lessons.  Study emphases for non-keyboard music majors and minors are functional keyboard skills rather than repertoire. 

Bachelor of music degree students will normally enroll in Class Voice I and II, MU A06 and 07 in the freshman year and in Class Guitar I and II, MU A08 and 09 in the sophomore year.  Applied Instruction, MU A10-MU A29, is taken for 2 credits in the primary applied area and 1 in the minor area during the freshman and sophomore years, after which the student is required to pass an upper divisional qualifying exam.  Upon passing the exam, students register in upper division applied instruction, MU A30 - MU A49, for 2 to 4 credits.  Students in music education programs register for 2-credit lessons for three semesters, culminating in a twenty-five minute recital.  Students completing the music performance program must register for upper division applied lessons for four semesters, culminating in an hour recital.  All students registered for applied lessons (MU A10 to A49) must also register for applied music lab (MUALAB).

MU A01 Class Piano I – Beginning Level one      (1)

For beginning pianists, this class focuses on the development of music reading, basic piano facility, and motor skills.  For music majors whose primary applied area is not keyboard, this course is the first in a four-semester sequence in preparation for the piano proficiency exam.  The class covers Level One of Alfred’s Basic Adult Piano Course.  Technical study includes 5-note scales with varied articulations, all triads, major arpeggios, pedal use, harmonization and transposition of melodies, and sight reading.

MU A02 Class Piano II – Beginning Level two     (1)

A continuation of MU A01, this course covers Level Two of Alfred’s Basic Adult Piano Course.  Technical study includes all one-octave major and minor scales, all major/minor arpeggios, triad and seventh chord inversions, chord progressions, greater depth in harmonization/transposition of melodies, and sight reading.  Prerequisite: MU A01

MU A03 Class Piano III – Intermediate Level one (1)

A continuation of MU A02.  Covers Level Three of Alfred’s Basic Adult Piano Course.  Technical study includes one-octave major/minor scales and arpeggios, with more advanced chord progressions and resolutions, harmonization/transposition of melodies, and sight reading.  Prerequisite:  MU A02

MU A04 Class Piano IV – Intermediate Level two (1)

A continuation of MU A03.  Repertoire focus is on proficiency pieces.  Proficiency level is achieved in scales, arpeggios, chord progressions/resolutions, harmonization/ transposition, and sight reading.  Prerequisite:  MU A03

MU A06 Class Voice I – Beginning                      (1)

Class voice is a group setting in which students learn the basics of singing.  Students in this class will learn proper technique in voice production.  Repertoire covered includes art songs, arias, folk songs, and musicals.  Students are expected to sing in front of the class and to practice consistently.

MU A07 Class Voice II – Intermediate                 (1)

A continuation of Class Voice I.  Students in this class go beyond basics of singing to build on better tone production and musicality.  Repertoire is more advanced than in Class Voice I and involves some foreign language.  Prerequisite:  MU A06

MU A08 Class Guitar I – Beginning                     (1)

This course is intended for students who have no experience playing the guitar.  The focus is on fundamental skills needed to play worship music, including reading traditional sheet music, tablature, and chord charts.  Students will learn to play finger-style and with a pick, identify and play chords and scales, strum basic patterns, and tune the guitar.  Emphasis is on formal technique through contemporary praise and worship and folk repertoire.  Students provide their own acoustic guitar in good playing condition.  Nylon strings are recommended.

MU A09 Class Guitar II – Intermediate                 (1)

A continuation of MU A08, this course concentrates on classical and worship music with emphasis on complete fingerboard mastery through formal technique and repertoire.  Students will learn elementary music theory to play complex chords, play chords and scales in all positions of the guitar, and improve all aspects of reading skills associated with the guitar.  Students purchase a capo and a footstool.  Prerequisite:  MU A08

MU A10 Applied Voice                                     (1,2)

MU A11 Applied Piano                                     (1,2)

MU A12 Applied Organ                                    (1,2)

MU A13 Applied Guitar                                    (1,2)

MU A14 Applied Violin                                     (1,2)

MU A15 Applied Viola                                      (1,2)

MU A16 Applied Cello                                      (1,2)

MU A17 Applied Double Bass                          (1,2)

MU A18 Applied Flute                                      (1,2)

MU A19 Applied Oboe                                      (1,2)

MU A20 Applied Clarinet                                  (1,2)

MU A21 Applied Bassoon                                (1,2)

MU A22 Applied Saxophone                            (1,2)

MU A23 Applied Trumpet                                 (1,2)

MU A24 Applied French Horn                           (1,2)

MU A25 Applied Trombone                              (1,2)

MU A26 Applied Euphonium                            (1,2)

MU A27 Applied Tuba                                      (1,2)

MU A28 Applied Percussion                            (1,2)

MU A29 Applied Composition                          (1,2)

MU A30 Upper Division Voice                          (2,4)

MU A31 Upper Division Piano                          (2,4)

MU A32 Upper Division Organ                         (2,4)

MU A33 Upper Division Guitar                         (2,4)

MU A34 Upper Division Violin                          (2,4)

MU A35 Upper Division Viola                           (2,4)

MU A36 Upper Division Cello                           (2,4)

MU A37 Upper Division Double Bass               (2,4)

MU A38 Upper Division Flute                           (2,4)

MU A39 Upper Division Oboe                           (2,4)

MU A40 Upper Division Clarinet                       (2,4)

MU A41 Upper Division Bassoon                     (2,4)

MU A42 Upper Division Saxophone                 (2,4)

MU A43 Upper Division Trumpet                      (2,4)

MU A44 Upper Division French Horn                (2,4)

MU A45 Upper Division Trombone                   (2,4)

MU A46 Upper Division Euphonium                 (2,4)

MU A47 Upper Division Tuba                           (2,4)

MU A48 Upper Division Percussion                 (2,4)

MU A49 Upper Division Composition               (2,4)

MU ALAB Applied Music Lab                              (0)

All music majors and minors register for MU ALAB and attend lab sessions in their applied area.  The labs for each instrument include a multi-faceted curriculum that is designed to instruct in a variety of areas related to the instrument.  Students are coached and perform during lab sessions and discuss topics such as pedagogy, repertoire, performance practice, formal criticism, and chamber music.

Music Ensembles

Participation in music ensembles will enhance a functional knowledge of the language and grammar of music.  Ensembles are open to any student, regardless of major, and credits earned by participation in an ensemble will apply toward the general education Core requirement of two hours of applied creative arts.  Students may register in an ensemble for 0 credit only with permission of the department.  Students registered for 0 credit will receive grades which are posted on the official transcript but do not affect the grade point average.

MU P11 Women’s Chorale                               (0,1)

An auditioned ensemble for women, specializing in music for treble voices in a variety of styles from classical and folk to popular and contemporary Christian.  A high performance expectation and some touring.  Meets 3 hours per week.  Membership by audition.

Fall, Spring

MU P12 Concert Choir                                     (0,1)

The Concert Choir is a mixed choral ensemble and normally tours during the spring semester.  Meets 4.5 hours per week.  Repertoire includes major choral literature, early music, and contemporary works for chorus.  Membership by audition. 

Fall, Spring

MU P13 Worship Ensemble                             (0,1)

Small music and worship ministry in which vocalists and instrumentalists work with a faculty member in worship planning and music performance.  Instrumentation includes piano, keyboard, guitar, bass guitar, and drums.  Extensive traveling with at least three weekend performances per semester.  Students are expected to make a one-year commitment.  Membership by audition. 

Fall, Spring

MU P14 Classical Guitar Ensemble                  (0,1)

Students in this ensemble perform representative literature for two, three, and four guitars and chamber music for guitar and voice and for guitar and other instruments.  Emphasis is placed on sacred and classical music and on ethnic music from around the world.  The ensemble usually presents one concert during the last half of the spring semester and does several off-campus performances throughout the year.   Membership by audition. 

Fall, Spring

MU P20 Wind Ensemble                                  (0,1)

For wind, brass, and percussion performers, the wind ensemble performs standard band literature and provides on- and off-campus performances.  May include musicians from the community in addition to students and faculty.  Membership by audition.

Fall, Spring

MU P21 Chamber Orchestra                             (0,1)

The chamber orchestra is open to all string players by audition and performs standard chamber string literature. The chamber strings occasionally join with wind players from the Wind Ensemble to perform standard orchestral literature.  Meets two hours per week with additional rehearsals scheduled for pit work.  Usually includes one or two performances per semester plus pit work for shows.  May include musicians from the community in addition to students and faculty.  Membership by audition.

Fall, Spring

MU P22 Jazz Ensemble                                   (0,1)

Group of instrumentalists who perform in various jazz styles.  Jazz improvisation is taught as a part of the ensemble.  Meets 2 hours per week.  Most performances are held on campus.  Membership by audition.

Fall, Spring

MU P23 Handbell Choir                                    (0,1)

A variety of literature is performed on two to five octaves of Schulmerich handbells and four octaves of Schulmerich Chimes.  Usually includes two or more performances per semester, both on and off campus.  Meets three times weekly.  Prerequisite:  Ability to read music.  Membership subject to audition.

Fall, Spring

MU P24 Chamber Ensemble                            (0,1)

Various ensembles, such as brass quintet, string quartet, and woodwind quintet, perform standard literature.  Ensembles are formed as needed.  Membership by audition.

Fall, Spring

MU P25 Pep Band                                            (0,1)

Open to all wind, brass, and percussion performers, the Forester Pep Band rehearses once weekly during the first part of the fall semester.  The band plays for men’s and women’s basketball home games; usually 4-6 games in the fall semester, and 12-15 from January to the end of the season.  Enrollment for spring semester requires attendance at January games.

Fall, Spring

MU P26 Brass Ensemble                                  (0,1)

The ensemble explores a variety of musical styles, ranging from the Renaissance to the 20^th Century.  While traditional classical style is emphasized, jazz, Dixieland, and rag-time are also studied.  The ensemble performs 2-3 times per semester, both on and off campus.  Membership by audition.

Fall, Spring

MU P30 Opera/Musical Theatre Workshop       (0,1)

An acting, singing, and stage movement workshop culminating in scenes for performance from musical theatre, operetta, and opera.  Must be able to read music.  Prerequisite:  C- or better in MU A06 Class Voice I or one semester of applied voice.

Fall, Spring

MU P31 Accompanying Seminar                      (0,1)

A weekly workshop seminar in which pianists work with soloists and are coached by the piano faculty to polish selected r