Department of Music
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, or piano) or music education. A bachelor of arts degree in music and a bachelor of science degree in music business are also available.
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 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 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 will take the piano proficiency exam, typically after four semesters of class piano or private study, and will take similar proficiency exams in voice and guitar. All students majoring in music will take MU 115 and two hours of applied music to be counted in fulfillment of core requirements.
Bachelor of Music in Performance
Students who choose the performance major in the bachelor of music degree must complete MU 110, 111, 112, 113, 115, 178, 301, 302, 303, 304, 341, and 342; 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 FR 111; GM 111; MU 241, 242, 344, 365, 385; MU A01-04; eight semesters of MU P12 (eight credits); four semesters of MU P30 (0 credit); four semesters of applied voice for two credits; four semesters of upper division applied voice for two credits; and eight semesters of MU ALAB. Students whose primary applied areas are wind, string or percussion must take MU 236, 237, 335, 346, 380; MU A01-04; participate in at least one major instrumental ensemble (MU P20 or P21) for eight semesters (eight credits); one semester of MU P22 (one credit); four semesters of applied instrument for two credits; four semesters of upper division applied instrument for two credits; eight semesters of MU ALAB; and participate in a second ensemble for four semesters. Students whose primary applied area is piano must take MU 335, 347, 382; participate in at least one major ensemble (MU P12, P20, P21) for eight semesters (eight credits); one semester of MU P22 (one credit); four semesters of MU P31; four semesters of applied piano for two credits; four semesters of upper division applied piano for two credits; applied study in a secondary instrument or voice (two credits for two semesters); eight semesters of MU ALAB; and an elective in music (two hours). 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, conduction, church music ministry, private teaching and teaching at private Christian academies.
Bachelor of Music in Music Education Leading to Teacher Licensing
The music education major in the bachelor of music degree provides the student with two possible licensing programs that permit the student to teach in pre-kindergarten through grade twelve. Students must be accepted into the Teacher Education Program no later than the fall semester of the junior year. In addition to the required music courses, all music education students must complete PY 111 Introduction to Psychology, ED 212 Introduction to Education, ED 236 Educational Psychology, SE 232 Education of the Exceptional Learner, ED 364 Assessment Strategies for Secondary Educators (or ED 362 Assessment Strategies for Elementary Educators), MU 234 Elementary General Music Methods, MU 325 Middle School Music Methods, either MU 427 Instrumental Methods and Communication or MU 429 Choral Methods and Communication, ED 440 Topics and Problems and ED 450 or 460 Student Teaching in Elementary or Secondary school. ED 377 Integration of Technology in the Classroom and TE 233 Foundations of TESOL/ELs are highly recommended electives for students in the education program.
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, 115, 178, 241, 242, 301, 302, 303, 304, 335, 338, 341, 342, 360, 385; MU A01-A04 and A08 (unless in applied area); two semesters of applied voice or applied piano for one credit; two semesters of applied voice or applied piano for two credits; three semesters of upper division applied voice or applied piano for two credits; seven semesters of MU ALAB; seven semesters of 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 four 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, 115, 178, 236, 237, 301, 302, 303, 304, 335, 341, 342, and 360; MU A01-A04 and MU A06 and A08 (unless in applied area); two semesters of applied instrument for one credit; two semesters of applied instrument for two credits; three semesters of upper division applied instrument for two credits; seven semesters of MU ALAB; MU P22 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.
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, 115, 178, 301, 302, 303, 304, 341, and 342; MU A01, A02, and A08 (unless in applied area); six semesters of applied lessons for one credit; six semesters of MU ALAB; and six semesters of major ensembles (MU P12, P20, P21) for one credit.
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, 115, 178, 265, 285, 342; MU A01; MU A02; six semesters of applied study; six semesters of MU ALAB; two semesters of MU P22; seven semesters for credit of a major ensemble (MU P12, P20, P21); AC 241, 242; BA 252, 281, 351; OA 215CG, 215DB; two courses from any 300 or 400 level business course, including OA 371; and 12 hours either on-campus or off-campus at the Contemporary Music Program in Nashville, Tennessee. Students who select the on-campus program must complete MU 497 and ten hours from MI 304; MU 301, 320, 321, 322, 323, 335, 338. Students who select the off-campus program at the Contemporary Music Program must complete CMC 301, 302, 405; and courses to complete one of the following tracks. The artist track requires CMC 412, 415 and 418. The business track requires CMC 420, 423 and 426. The technical track requires CMC 431, 434 and 437.
Minor in Music
A minor in music may be earned by completing 18 hours in music courses, including MU 110, 111, 115, 178; six semesters of a major ensemble for 0 credit (MU P12, P20, or P21); six credits of applied music lessons; six semesters of MU ALAB; and five additional elective hours from any music course listing.
Courses in Music
Students will learn basic knowledge related to key signatures, scales, intervals and chords. Student will also develop skills in writing and identifying these foundational music theory elements.
For students wishing to take MU 110 Music Theory I and are unable to pass the Theory Entrance Exam administered on the first day of class, this course will be required to take and pass before enrolling again in MU 110.
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.
Must be taken concurrently with MU 111.
Prerequisites: Satisfactory score on Theory Entrance Exam administered on the first day of fall classes. Recommendations for preparation for the Theory Entrance Exam are provided by the Music Department upon request.
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.
A continuation of composition, improvisation and voice-leading principles and an in-depth study of harmonic progression and analysis, seventh chords, modulation and binary/ternary forms.
Must be taken concurrently with MU 113.
Prerequisite: C- or better in MU 110
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
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.
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.
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 eurhythmics movement, 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
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.
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.
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 twentieth century, with special emphasis on the major song cycles and other Lieder of the Romantic Period.
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 twentieth 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 Melodie from the major periods.
Prerequisite: C- or better in MU 241
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 and 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
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.
A continuation of composition, improvisation and a study of chromatic harmony, including borrowed chords, Neapolitan sixths, augmented sixths, extended chords, altered dominants, chromatic mediants, common-tone diminished sevenths and foreign modulation.
Must be taken concurrently with MU 302.
Prerequisite: C- or better in MU 112
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
A study of form and analysis, including standard classical instrumental and vocal forms, and an introduction to the characteristics and techniques of Impressionist, twentieth century and New Music.
Must be taken concurrently with MU 304.
Prerequisite: C- or better in MU 301
Advanced study of harmonic dictation and other aural skills. Further sight-singing studies in modulation, as well as modal, non-tonal and twentieth-century melodies.
Must be taken concurrently with MU 303.
Prerequisite: C- or better in MU 301
Students will receive beginning instruction in song composition. Related areas of song marketing, promotion, publication and copyright law will be explored.
Prerequisite: MU 110
Students will receive instruction in the management of the musical artist within the music industry. The many forces of the music business that influence and shape the artist and the artistic product are investigated.
Prerequisite: BA 252
Introduction to the equipment of the studio and its use, including studio session procedures and recording production.
Prerequisite: MU 265
Selected topics in methods and principles of marketing music products.
Prerequisite: BA 381
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
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
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, freely composed works for different combinations of voices and voices with instruments.
Prerequisite: MU 112
Detailed study of the history and stylistic development of music from antiquity to 1750, including interdisciplinary studies relating music to other arts and humanities. Although the main focus is on Western art music, many ethnomusicological examples are used and some unusual genre of world music are studied.
Prerequisite: C- or better in MU 115
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 aleatory and minimalist music and will examine non-Western harmonic systems.
Prerequisite: C- or better in MU 115
A survey of vocal music composers, their styles and their literature from the major musical periods: Baroque, Classic, Romantic, twentieth century and Contemporary. Performance class designed for music majors and minors. Students will complete an annotated compendium and discography of the major vocal literature.
Prerequisite: One year of applied voice (MU A10)
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.
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
Practical application of advanced conducting techniques combined with principles of score study and rehearsal techniques. Students work with various ensembles to hone conducting and rehearsal skills.
Prerequisite: MU 178
This course is an introduction to the skills essential for today's musical theatre performer. Topics such as song preparation, dance/ movement, ensemble and duet work, musicality and acting the lyric will be covered. The semester will conclude with a public performance of music and scenes.
Identical with TH 365.
Prerequisites: Music or theatre major and sophomore standing
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
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
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
Practicum in some aspect of music designed to give student practical, directed experience.
Prerequisite: Consent
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
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
A research project, usually culminating in a formal monograph related to the music major; recommended for seniors preparing to enter graduate school.
Prerequisite: Consent
A field experience in music which provides an opportunity for the student to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical setting. Student maintains close cooperation with the supervisory personnel in the field.
Prerequisite: Consent
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.
Prerequisite: Completion of junior coursework in music with an emphasis in business
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 one 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 one credit meet for 12 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, MU A06, in the freshman year and in Class Guitar I, MU A08, in the sophomore year. Applied Instruction, MU A10-MU A29, is taken for two credits in the primary applied area and one credit 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-A49, for two credits. Students in music education programs register for two-credit lessons for three semesters, culminating in a 25-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-A49) must also register for applied music lab (MU ALAB).
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 five-note scales with varied articulations, all triads, major arpeggios, pedal use, harmonization and transposition of melodies and sight reading.
A continuation of MU A01. 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
A continuation of MU A02. 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
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
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.
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.
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 one creative studio arts experience. Students may register in an ensemble for 0 or 1 credit. Students registered for 0 credit will receive grades which are posted on the official transcript but do not affect the grade point average.
The Concert Choir is a mixed choral ensemble and normally tours during the spring semester. Meets four and a half hours per week. Repertoire includes major choral literature, early music and contemporary works for chorus.
For wind, brass and percussion performers, the symphonic band performs standard band literature and provides on- and off-campus performances. May include musicians from the community in addition to students and faculty.
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.
Group of instrumentalists who perform in various jazz styles. Jazz improvisation is taught as a part of the ensemble. Meets two hours per week. Most performances are held on campus.
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
A weekly workshop seminar in which pianists work with soloists and are coached by the piano faculty to polish selected repertoire in a four-semester cycle. One semester each is devoted to the following: art song, choral music, orchestral reductions (concertos, opera) and chamber music/instrumental works.
Contemporary Music Center Program
The purpose of this course is to help students connect a career path in the entertainment industry with a calling to be Christ-followers. A holistic understanding of ourselves in the world includes the ability to hear the "noise" in culture, assessing personal strengths/weaknesses, considering the cost of a career in the entertainment industry, and then mapping a strategy for moving forward.
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an overview of the entire entertainment industry and how art, business, and technology interact with each other. Since employers continue to hire graduates who have skill-sets across multiple disciplines, this course equips students with a core set of "gotta knows" that will prepare them for careers in every aspect of the entertainment industry.
This course, often referred to as "Road Trip" or "Tour," is the capstone experience of the semester. Students and faculty embark on a 6-8 day tour of college campuses and clubs mounting a show each night with full production - lights, sound, staging, and video. Every student is involved in the process either as a performer, part of the technical staff, or as a producer. The Business track students are also required to keep the tour on budget by tracking costs and providing a daily analysis of the budget.
Artist Track
The purpose of this course is to equip students with the skills to write, arrange, and demo an original song idea. The inspiration for a great song domes from God...sadly, we have nothing to do with that.
The purpose of this course is to equip artist track students with the skills and experience necessary to perform successfully on a public stage. Each artist is required to rehearse a full rhythm section, contribute to the technical vision, and assume responsibility for success of the show.
The purpose of the course is to equip students with the technical abilities to record, mix, and distribute audio recordings. Concepts include signal flow, mic placement, console automation, the recording process from basic tracks to mixing and mastering, loop creation and editing, soft sampler and MIDI control, plug-in instantiation, and building a home project studio.
Business Track
The purpose of this course is to provide students with skills in progressive marketing strategies focusing on including publicity, advertising, radio and video promotion, Internet marketing, and tour support. Students will develop a comprehensive marketing plan for each artist and will also create and implement the marketing plan for the CMC Road Tour.
The purpose of this course is to provide students with a broad understanding of key aspects of the music business including booking, artist management, touring, road management, production, marketing and promotion, copyright and legal issues, publishing, and licensing.
The purpose of this course is to require students to assemble a successful artist roster and participate in the following activities on their artist's behalf: scheduling, creating a business plan, analyzing and forecasting trends in popular music, advising and developing the artists with regard to their live show and recordings.
Technical Track
This course focuses on the recording and production of audio for playback, professional audio recording, and production. The concepts and practices learned in this course will be used by the students to engineer songs for those students in the artist track. The goal is for students to leave the CMC prepared for an entry-level position in any area of studio recording including the setup of a professional home studio.
The purpose of this course is to provide students with technical skills and experience necessary to succeed in live event production. Students will rotate each week through the major tour positions, which include FOH, Monitors, Lighting, Patch, RF, Switching, Resolume, Backline, and Camera Ops.
This course focuses on stage management, lighting and design, video wall mapping/control, multi-camera switching, and power distribution. The concepts and practices earned in this course will be used by students to produce the weekly CMC Live show and the end of semester Road Tour.