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MUS-101
Fundamentals of Music
IAI: None
Fundamentals of Music is a study of the basic principles (elements of music including pitch, notation, scales, key signatures and intervals) for students with little or no previous music experience.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
MUS-102
Introduction to Music Literature
IAI: F1 901
Introduction to Music Literature is a study of the masterpieces of musical literature through a survey of standard concert repertory and its historical development. This is a non-technical course for students who are not concentrating in music.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
MUS-104
Introduction to American Music
IAI: F1 904
Introduction to American Music is a survey of twentieth century American music with some attention given to historical developments that brought about this music. Serious, jazz, musical theater and popular styles will be discussed. Listening to representative examples will be an important part of the class. This is a non-technical course for students who are not concentrating in music.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
MUS-105
Music for Elementary Teachers
IAI: None
Music for Elementary Teachers is a study of basic skills for teaching music in the elementary grades through activities in singing, listening, playing and moving to music. The course stresses understanding music fundamentals and using the piano and other basic instruments. (Offered in the Fall Semester.)
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
MUS-106
Introduction to Non-Western Music
IAI: F1 903N
Introduction to Non-Western music is a survey of music from Asia, the Middle East, Africa, South American, the Caribbean and Central America. Emphasis will be placed on exploring the cultural, social, religious and historical backgrounds that shaped the music of these regions. Musical instruments from these areas will also be examined. This is a non-technical course for students who are not concentrating in music.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
MUS-111
Theory of Music I
IAI: MUS 901
Theory of Music I is a study of elementary music forms and the basic principles of chord structure and progression including four-part writing of diatonic harmony, sight-singing, dictation and rhythmic drills.
Prerequisite: MUS 101 or equivalent
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 2
MUS-112
Theory of Music II
IAI: MUS 902
Theory of Music II is a continuation of MUS 111.
Prerequisite: MUS 111 or equivalent
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 2
MUS-122
Applied Jazz Guitar for Non-Majors
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Jazz Guitar for Non-Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music and/or participate in one or more of the college music ensembles and therefore, want to improve their musical skills. A weekly one-half hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the applied music courses may be taken up to four times for credit. However, only eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor.
Credit: 1 semester hours
Lecture: .5 Lab: 1
MUS-123
Applied Piano for Non-Majors
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Piano for Non-Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music and/or participate in one or more of the college music ensembles and therefore, want to improve their musical skills. A weekly one-half hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the applied music courses may be taken four times for credit. However, only eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree. Students studying Applied Piano should have taken MUS 131 and 132 (Class Piano I and II) or its equivalent in private study.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor.
Credit: 1 semester hours
Lecture: .5 Lab: 1
MUS-124
Applied Voice for Non-Majors
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Voice for Non-Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music and/or participate in one or more of the college music ensembles and therefore, want to improve their musical skills. A weekly one-half hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the following applied music courses may be taken four times for credit. However, only eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree. Students should have completed MUS 143-Class Voice I or its pre-college equivalent in private study.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor.
Credit: 1 semester hours
Lecture: .5 Lab: 1
MUS-125
Applied Strings for Non-Majors
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Strings for Non-Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music and/or participate in one or more of the college music ensembles and therefore, want to improve their musical skills. A weekly one-half hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the applied music courses may be taken four times for credit. However, only eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor.
Credit: 1 semester hours
Lecture: .5 Lab: 1
MUS-126
Applied Brass for Non-Majors
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Brass for Non-Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music and/or participate in one or more of the college music ensembles and therefore, want to improve their musical skills. A weekly one-half hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the applied music courses may be taken four times for credit. However, only eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor.
Credit: 1 semester hours
Lecture: .5 Lab: 1
MUS-127
Applied Woodwinds for Non-Majors
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Woodwinds for Non-Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music and/or participate in one or more of the college music ensembles and therefore, want to improve their musical skills. A weekly one-half hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the applied music courses may be taken four times for credit. However, only eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor.
Credit: 1 semester hours
Lecture: .5 Lab: 1
MUS-128
Applied Percussion for Non-Majors
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Percussion for Non-Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music and/or participate in one or more of the college music ensembles and therefore, want to improve their musical skills. A weekly one-half hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the applied music courses may be taken four times for credit. However, only eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor.
Credit: 1 semester hours
Lecture: .5 Lab: 1
MUS-129
Applied Classical Guitar for Non-Majors
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Classical Guitar for Non-Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music and/or participate in one or more of the college music ensembles and therefore, want to improve their musical skills. A weekly one-half hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the applied music courses may be taken four times for credit. However, only eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor.
Credit: 1 semester hours
Lecture: .5 Lab: 1
MUS-130
Applied Music for Non-Music Majors
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Music for Non-Music Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music and/or participate in one or more of the college music ensembles and therefore, want to improve their musical skills. A weekly one-half hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the applied music courses may be taken four times for credit. However, only eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor.
Credit: 1 semester hours
Lecture: .5 Lab: 1
MUS-131
Class Piano I
IAI: MUS 901
Class Piano I is for the non-piano major and for those who need or desire basic keyboard skills.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 1
MUS-132
Class Piano II
IAI: MUS 902
Class Piano II is a continuation of MUS 131.
Prerequisite: MUS 131 or equivalent
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 1
MUS-133
Class Piano III
IAI: MUS 903
Class Piano III is a continuation of MUS 132-Class Piano II..
Prerequisite: MUS 132
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2
MUS-134
Class Piano IV
IAI: MUS 904
Class Piano IV is a continuation of MUS 133-Class Piano III.
Prerequisite: MUS 133
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2
MUS-143
Class Voice I
IAI: None
Class Voice I is a study of basic exercises and theory needed in developing technique in singing for the non-voice major and student with no previous training. Class discussion and drill are coupled with attention to individual problems and development.
Prerequisite: Previous choral experience is helpful and concurrent enrollment in MUS 191 or 291 is suggested.
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 1
MUS-144
Class Voice II
IAI: None
Class Voice II is a continuation of MUS 143.
Prerequisite: MUS 143 or equivalent. Concurrent enrollment in MUS 191 or 291 is suggested.
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 2 Lab: 1
MUS-191
Chorus I
IAI: MUS 908
Chorus I is open to students who wish to sing standard and contemporary choral literature. Chorus members are expected to perform at concerts and certain other scheduled events. This course may be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite: Previous singing experience
Credit: 1 semester hours
Lecture: 0 Lab: 3
MUS-192
Chamber Singers I
IAI: MUS 908
Chamber Singers I is open by audition to students who wish to perform in a select vocal chamber ensemble. The ensemble sings standard and contemporary vocal chamber music. Members are expected to perform at concerts and certain other scheduled events. This course may be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite: Satisfactory vocal audition. Concurrent enrollment in MUS 191 or 291 is suggested.
Credit: 1 semester hour
Lecture: 0 Lab: 3
MUS-193
Women's Choir II
IAI: MUS 908
Women's Choir 1 is open by audition to (female) students who wish to perform in a select women's vocal chamber ensemble. The ensemble sings standard and contemporary choral literature written exclusively for women's voices. Members are expected to perform at concerts and certain other scheduled events. May be repeated three times for credit.
Prerequisite: Satisfactory vocal audition. Concurrent enrollment in MUS 191 or 291 is suggested.
Credit: 1 semester hour
Lecture: 0 Lab: 3
MUS-194
Instrumental Ensemble I
IAI: None
Instrumental Ensemble I is open to students who wish to perform in Jazz Ensemble or other small instrumental groups. Members are expected to perform at concerts and certain other scheduled events. This course may be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite: previous playing experience. For Jazz Ensemble, concurrent enrollment in MUS 195 or 295 by woodwind, brass and percussion players is suggested.
Credit: 1 semester hours
Lecture: 0 Lab: 3
MUS-195
Band I
IAI: MUS 908
Band I is open to students who play brass, woodwind, or percussion instruments. The band plays standard and contemporary band literature. Band members are expected to perform at concerts and certain other scheduled events. This course may be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite: previous instrument playing experience
Credit: 1 semester hours
Lecture: 0 Lab: 3
MUS-198
Orchestra 1
IAI: MUS 908
Orchestra I is open to students who play orchestral instruments. The orchestra plays standard and contemporary orchestra literature. Orchestra members are expected to perform at concerts and certain other scheduled events. This course may be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite: previous instrument playing experience
Credit: 1 semester hours
Lecture: 0 Lab: 3
MUS-211
Theory of Music III
IAI: MUS 903
Theory of Music III is a study of advanced theory of music including chromatic harmony. Stylistic differences between 18th Century and 19th Century practice will be studied. Sight-singing and ear-training work will be continued. Original composition may be encouraged.
Prerequisite: MUS 112 or equivalent.
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 2
MUS-212
Theory of Music IV
IAI: None
Theory of Music IV is a continuation of MUS 211. Original composition and/or arranging may be required.
Prerequisite: MUS 211 or equivalent
Credit: 4 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 2
MUS-222
Applied Jazz Guitar for Music Majors
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Jazz Guitar for Music Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music. A weekly one hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the applied music courses may be repeated for additional credit; music majors should have a minimum of eight credit hours of collegiate-level applied music study to ensure transfer credit status. A total of eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor is required.
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2
MUS-223
Applied Piano for Music Majors
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Piano for Music Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music. A weekly one hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the applied music courses may be repeated for additional credit; music majors should have a minimum of eight credit hours of collegiate-level applied music study to ensure transfer credit status. A total of eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor is required. Students should have taken MUS 131 and MUS 132-Class Piano I and II or its equivalent in private study.
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2
MUS-224
Applied Voice for Music Majors
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Voice for Music Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music. A weekly one hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the applied music courses may be repeated for additional credit; music majors should have a minimum of eight credit hours of collegiate-level applied music study to ensure transfer credit status. A total of eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor is required. Students should have taken MUS 143-Class Voice I or its equivalent in private study.
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2
MUS-225
Applied Strings for Music Majors
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Strings for Music Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music. A weekly one hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the applied music courses may be repeated for additional credit; music majors should have a minimum of eight credit hours of collegiate-level applied music study to ensure transfer credit status. A total of eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor is required.
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2
MUS-226
Applied Brass for Music Majors
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Brass for Music Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music. A weekly one hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the applied music courses may be repeated for additional credit; music majors should have a minimum of eight credit hours of collegiate-level applied music study to ensure transfer credit status. A total of eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor is required.
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2
MUS-227
Applied Woodwinds for Music Majors
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Woodwinds for Music Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music. A weekly one hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the applied music courses may be repeated for additional credit; music majors should have a minimum of eight credit hours of collegiate-level applied music study to ensure transfer credit status. A total of eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor is required.
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2
MUS-228
Applied Percussion for Music Majors
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Percussion for Music Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music. A weekly one hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the applied music courses may be repeated for additional credit; music majors should have a minimum of eight credit hours of collegiate-level applied music study to ensure transfer credit status. A total of eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor is required.
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2
MUS-229
Applied Classical Guitar for Music Major
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Classical Guitar for Music Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music. A weekly one hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the applied music courses may be repeated for additional credit; music majors should have a minimum of eight credit hours of collegiate-level applied music study to ensure transfer credit status. A total of eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor is required.
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2
MUS-230
Applied Music for Music Majors
IAI: MUS 909
Applied Music for Music Majors is for students who intend to major or minor in music. A weekly one hour lesson with the instructor and daily individual practice are required. In addition to the credit hour fee, a private lesson charge will be assessed. Each of the applied music courses may be repeated for additional credit; music majors should have a minimum of eight credit hours of collegiate-level applied music study to ensure transfer credit status. A total of eight credits in applied music can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Prerequisite: consent of a RVC music instructor is required.
Credit: 2 semester hours
Lecture: 1 Lab: 2
MUS-251
Music Literature I
IAI: F1 901
Music Literature I is a study of the music literature of Western Civilization from its origin to 1750. Emphasis will be on representative works of each period using videos, recordings, scores, and live performances. Stylistic difference and comparisons are stressed. The music will be considered in relation to the other fine arts and to the general historical background. The course is designed for students who intend to major in music.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
MUS-252
Music Literature II
IAI: F1 902
Music Literature II is a continuation of MUS 251 from 1750 to the present.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
MUS-253
Music Literature III
IAI: F1 902
Music Literature III is a continuation of MUS 252 from 1870 to the present. Emphasis will be placed on representative works and composers by the use of texts and recordings. The recordings are the companion to the Norton Anthology scores.
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 3 semester hours
Lecture: 3 Lab: 0
MUS-289
Special Topics in Music
IAI: None PCS:
Special Topics in Music addresses different areas of interest or of need for students majoring or minoring in the music program. The topics selected by the instructor will provide an opportunity for more intensive and directed study beyond what is available in MUS 100-298; these topics may include such studies as jazz history, lyric diction for singers, topics in music history, conducting, and surveys of orchestral music. This course can be repeated three times. Credits earned in this course can be counted toward an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Prerequisite: Consent of RVC music instructor. Credits: 1 to 6 semester hours depending on topic
Lecture: 1 to 6 Lab: 1 to 6
MUS-291
Chorus II
IAI: MUS 908
Chorus II is a continuation of MUS 191 and is open to students who wish to sing. The Chorus sings standard and contemporary choral literature. Chorus members are expected to perform at concerts and certain other scheduled events. This course may be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite: Previous singing experience and satisfactory completion of four semesters of MUS 191.
Credit: 1 semester hour
Lecture: 0 Lab: 3
MUS-292
Chamber Singers II
IAI: MUS 908
Chamber Singers II is a continuation of MUS 192 and is open by audition to students who wish to perform in a select vocal chamber ensemble. The ensemble sings standard and contemporary vocal chamber music. Members are expected to perform at concerts and certain other scheduled events. This course may be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite: Satisfactory vocal audition and satisfactory completion of four semesters of MUS 192. Concurrent enrollment in MUS 191 or 291 is suggested.
Credit: 1 semester hour
Lecture: 0 Lab: 3
MUS-293
Women's Choir II
IAI: MUS 908
Women's Choir 2 is open by audition to (female) students who wish to perform in a select women's vocal chamber ensemble. The ensemble sings standard and contemporary choral literature written exclusively for women's voices. Members are expected to perform at concerts and certain other scheduled events. May be repeated three times for credit.
Prerequisite: Four semesters of successful achievement in MUS 193. Concurrent enrollment in MUS 191 or 291 is suggested.
Credit: 1 semester hour
Lecture: 0 Lab: 3
MUS-294
Instrumental Ensemble II
IAI: None
Instrumental Ensemble II is a continuation of MUS 194 and is open to students who wish to perform in Jazz Ensemble or other small instrumental groups. Members are expected to perform at concerts and certain other scheduled events. This course may be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite: Previous playing experience and satisfactory completion of four semesters of MUS 194. For Jazz Ensemble, concurrent enrollment in MUS 195 or 295 by woodwind, brass and percussion players is suggested.
Credit: 1 semester hour
Lecture: 0 Lab: 3
MUS-295
Band II
IAI: MUS 908
Band II is a continuation of MUS 195 and is open to students who play brass, woodwind, or percussion instruments. The band plays standard and contemporary band literature. Band members are expected to perform at concerts and certain other scheduled events. This course may be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite: Previous playing experience and satisfactory completion of four semesters of MUS 195.
Credit: 1 semester hour
Lecture: 0 Lab: 3
MUS-298
Orchestra II
IAI: MUS 908
Orchestra II is open to students who play orchestral instruments. The orchestra plays standard and contemporary orchestra literature. Orchestra members are expected to perform at concerts and certain other scheduled events. This course may be taken four times for credit.
Prerequisite: Previous playing experience and satisfactory completion of four semesters of MUS 198.
Credit: 1 semester hours
Lecture: 0 Lab: 3
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