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Lower DivisionÂ
MUS 1. Classical Music Live
(1)
FELBER J
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. Tickets and transportation are provided free of charge. Primarily for non-Music majors. For full course information, please go to: www.music.ucsb.edu/academics/music-1
Students meet for a one-hour pre-concert lecture given by Music Department faculty, and then attend world-class symphony concerts sponsored by Santa Barbara's Community Arts Music Association.
MUS 3A. Introduction to Music Studies
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: No prerequisites.
Enrollment Comments: Quarters usually offered: Fall. Designed for Music Majors and Minors. Open to Music Majors, or by permission of instructor. Music minors and non-majors should contact instructor by email for permission to enroll.
Introduces students to ways of studying music as a cultural practice situated in society. Methods are drawn from musicology, ethnomusicology, history, anthropology, and sociology. Students will be taught to think critically about music as a universal human expression.
MUS 3B. Writing about Music
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Music 3A with a minimum grade of C-, or consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Quarters usually offered: Winter. Designed for Music Majors and Minors. Open to students who have taken Music 3A, or by permission of instructor. Contact instructor by email for permission to enroll.
Repeat Comments: Mus 3B is a legal repeat of Mus 12.
Acquaints students with different approaches to writing and speaking about music of many traditions. The works of performers, critics, music theorists, ethnographers, musicologists, and historians will all be represented in the selection of assigned readings.
MUS 3C. Structures of Music
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Music 3B with a minimum grade of C-, or consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Quarters usually offered: Spring. Designed for Music Majors and Minors. Open to students who have taken Music 3B, or by permission of instructor. Contact instructor by email for permission to enroll.
Looking at a variety of music traditions from different parts of the world, the class will survey varying approaches to issues of compositional structure, rhythm, intonation, scales, etc. The class will have listening and practical components.
MUS 4A. Musicianship
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Placement exam. A grade of at least C- is required in each course of the Music 4 series. Must be taken consecutively, and concurrently with the Music 5 series.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Fall.
A practical course in sight singing, aural analysis, and rhythmic studies.
MUS 4B. Musicianship
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Placement Exam. A grade of at least C- is required in each course of the Music 4 series. Must be taken consecutively, and concurrently with the Music 5 series.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter.
A practical course in sight singing, aural analysis, and rhythmic studies.
MUS 4C. Musicianship
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Placement Exam. A grade of at least C- is required in each course of the Music 4 series. Must be taken consecutively, and concurrently with the Music 5 series.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Spring.
A practical course in sight singing, aural analysis, and rhythmic studies.
MUS 4D. Musicianship
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Placement Exam. A grade of at least C- is required in each course of the Music 4 series. Must be taken consecutively, and concurrently with the Music 5 series.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Spring.
A practical course in sight singing, aural analysis, and rhythmic studies.
MUS 4E. Musicianship
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Placement Exam. A grade of at least C- is required in each course of the Music 4 series. Must be taken consecutively, and concurrently with the Music 5 series.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter.
A practical course in sight singing, aural analysis, and rhythmic studies.
MUS 4F. Musicianship
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Placement Exam. A grade of at least C- is required in each course of the Music 4 series. Must be taken consecutively, and concurrently with the Music 5 series.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Spring.
A practical course in sight singing, aural analysis, and rhythmic studies.
MUS 5A. Theory of Western Art Music: Fundamentals
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Placement Exam or Music 11.
Theory basics, including rhythm and meter, pitch, intervals, scales, keys, triads, seventh chords, and essentials of harmonic progression.
MUS 5B. Theory of Western Art Music: Harmonic Practices and Analysis I
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Placement exam. A grade of at least C- is required in each course of the Music 5 series. Must be taken concurrently with the Music 4 series.
Textural deployments of harmony, tonic and dominant on the small and large scale, contrapuntal influences, cadential progressions, non-chord tones.
MUS 5C. Theory of Western Art Music: Harmonic Practices and Analysis II
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Placement exam. A grade of at least C- is required in each course of the Music 5 series. Must be taken consecutively, and concurrently with the Music 4 series.
Secondary dominants, diatonic modulation, chromatic chords, sequences.
MUS 6. Jazz Fundamentals
(2)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Music 5C.
Enrollment Comments: Letter grade required for majors. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 8 units, but only 2 units may be applied towards the major.
Introduction to jazz harmony, scales, and improvization. drill in ear training and beginning keyboard.
MUS 8. Class Composition
(2)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Recommended Preparation: Basic ability to read and notate music.Enrollment Comments: Primarily for the music major. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 18 units.
Assignments in basics of music writing.
MUS 10A. History of Western Music from Early Modern Culture through Modernism
(4)
STAFF
A survey of Western music and its social contexts from late humanism through the Age of Enlightenment (1545-1745). Topics include Renaissance legacies, music and religious reformations, ancient vs. modern, the rise of opera, patronage, instrumental composer-performers, taste in the Enlightenment.
MUS 10B. History of Western Music from Early Modern Culture through Modernism
(4)
STAFF
A survey of Western music and its social contexts from 1745 to 1848. Topics include the rise of public concerts and of the virtuoso soloist, the evolution of the orchestra, music in salons and parlors, and national operatic institutions.
MUS 10C. History of Western Music from Early Modern Culture through Modernism
(4)
STAFF
A survey of Western music and its social contexts from 1848 to 1945. Topics include music and nationalism, late romanticism and the limits of tonality, modernism, the impact of popular music on art music, and neoclassicism.
MUS 11. Fundamentals of Music
(4)
Enrollment Comments: For the non-major.
The study of notes, scales, triads, inversions, rhythm, harmony, and musical terminology. Laboratory activities include keyboard orientation, sight singing, and ear training.
MUS 15. Music Appreciation
(4)
Enrollment Comments: Not open to Music majors.
A selective survey of music of western civilization; evolution of forms, styles, media. Designed to enable the student to listen with understanding.
MUS 16. Listening to Jazz: Demystifying America?s Musical Art Form
(4)
NATHAN
Recommended Preparation: Music 11 or 15Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Not open for credit to students who have completed Music 191 in spring 2018.
Aims to unravel the mystery of Jazz?s allure, importance, and performance process, in a manner mostly divorced from technical musical terminology or music theory, through targeted readings, listening assignments, written projects, in-class visits, and concert attendance.
MUS 17. World Music
(4)
MARCUS
Enrollment Comments: No previous training in music required.
An introductory course surveying the unity and diversity of folk, traditional, and classical music of the non-western world. Emphasis given to dance, theatre, musical instruments, and the role of music in society.
MUS 17H. World Music, Honors
(1)
MARCUS
Prerequisite: Lower-division standing; honors students only.
Enrollment Comments: Students must have a cumulative 3.5 for the proceeding 1 quarter(s). Open to non-majors. Concurrently offered with Music 17. Quarters usually offered: Fall.
Undergraduate independent research for honor students. Carefully selected topics in World Music intended to foster excellence in research or performance.
MUS 20A. Elementary Voice I
(1)
BRECHER
Prerequisite: Music 11 or UCSB Exam 38 (Music Theory Placement Test) with a score of 1 or higher. Placement by audition on the first day of class.
Enrollment Comments: Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. Primarily for the BA Music Major, the BM Instrumental Music Major and the Music Minor.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated 8 times for credit in combination with Music 20B and 20C to a maximum of 9 units, but only 6 units may be applied toward the major.
Elementary voice lessons at beginning level. Placement in Music A, B, or C will be determined by the instructor after an audition.
MUS 20B. Elementary Voice II
(1)
BRECHER
Prerequisite: Music 11. Placement by audition the first day of class.
Enrollment Comments: Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. Primarily for the BA Music Major, the BM Instrumental Music Major and the Music Minor.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated 8 times for credit in combination with Music 20A and 20C to a maximum of 9 units, but only 6 units may be applied toward the major.
Elementary voice lessons designed for those with a small amount of vocal experience.
MUS 20C. Elementary Voice III
(1)
BRECHER
Prerequisite: Music 11. Placement by audition on first day of class.
Enrollment Comments: Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. Primarily for the BA Music Major, the BM Instrumental Music major and the Music Minor.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated 8 times for credit in combination with Music 20A and 20B to a maximum of 9 units, but only 6 units may be applied toward the major.
Elementary voice lessons designed for those who have significant vocal training and experience.
MUS 22AAZZ. Practicum in World Music Performance
(1)
MARCUS, RUDNICKI
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. If there is no meeting time listed on the course schedule, contact instructor during first week of quarter to schedule instruction.
Applied instruction in non-Western instruments: the Middle Eastern oud (lute) and nay (end-blown flute), Middle Eastern percussion, and dastgah (Persian melodic practice).
MUS 22D. Practicum in World Music Performance: Dastgah
MUS 22G. Practicum in World Music Performance
MUS 22M. Practicum in World Music Performance: Arabic Maqam
MUS 22N. Practicum in World Music Performance: the nay (Middle- Eastern flute).
MUS 22O. Practicum in World Music Performance: the oud (Middle- Eastern lute).
MUS 22P. Practicum in World Music Performance: Middle Eastern percussion
MUS 22V. Practicum in World Music Performance: the Middle Eastern violin
MUS 22X. Practicum in World Music Performance
MUS 24. Carillon
(1)
HALSTED
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Recommended Preparation: Some keyboard proficiency (Music 31F, 32, or 33 or equivalent) recommended.Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Concurrently offered with MUS 124. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. Piano audition required. Contact instructor over email to schedule audition.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units, but only 3 units may be applied toward the major.
Applied instruction on Carillon (bells in bell tower) performance.
MUS 25. Intermediate Voice
(1-3)
BRECHER, PORETSKY, SAHUC
Prerequisite: By audition. Departmental approval required prior to registration. Consent of instructor to finalize registration.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. Primarily for Music majors. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Voice emphasis majors and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 quarters.
Intermediate voice lessons.
MUS 26A. Intermediate Double Bass
(1-3)
GARBER
Prerequisite: By audition. Consent of instructor and department.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units. Taken for 3 unit per quarter by BM Double Bass emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Intermediate double bass lessons.
MUS 26B. Intermediate Cello
(1-3)
RUTKOWSKI
Prerequisite: By audition. Consent of instructor and department.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Cello emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Intermediate cello lessons.
MUS 26D. Intermediate Viola
(1-3)
CALLUS
Prerequisite: By audition. Consent of instructor and department.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Viola emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Intermediate viola lessons.
MUS 26E. Intermediate Violin
(1-3)
YARON
Prerequisite: By audition. Consent of instructor and department.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a amximum of 27 units. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Violin emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter for all others.
Intermediate violin lessons.
MUS 27A. Intermediate Bassoon
(1-3)
RADFORD
Prerequisite: By audition. Consent of instructor and department.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Bassoon emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Intermediate bassoon lessons.
MUS 27B. Intermediate Clarinet
(1-3)
BAMBACH
Prerequisite: By audition. Consent of instructor and department.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Clarinet emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Intermediate clarinet lessons.
MUS 27C. Intermediate Flute
(1-3)
FELBER
Prerequisite: By audition. Consent of instructor and department.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Flute emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Intermediate flute lessons.
MUS 27D. Intermediate Oboe
(1-3)
HORN
Prerequisite: By audition. Consent of instructor and department.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Oboe emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter for all others.
Intermediate oboe lessons.
MUS 28A. Intermediate French Horn
(1-3)
GROSS
Prerequisite: By audition. Consent of instructor and department.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units. Taken for 3 unit per quarter by BM French Horn emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Intermediate french horn lessons.
MUS 28B. Intermediate Trombone
(1-3)
BOOTH
Prerequisite: By audition. Consent of instructor and department.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Trombone emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Intermediate trombone lessons.
MUS 28C. Intermediate Trumpet
(1-3)
HUNGERFORD
Prerequisite: By audition. Consent of instructor and department.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Trumpet emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Intermediate trumpet lessons.
MUS 28D. Intermediate Tuba
(1-3)
BOOTH
Prerequisite: By audition. Consent of instructor and department.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Tuba emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter for all others
Intermediate tuba lessons.
MUS 29. Intermediate Percussion
(1-3)
NATHAN
Prerequisite: By audition. Consent of instructor and department.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Percussion emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Intermediate percussion lessons.
MUS 31A. Class Piano
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Placement by audition. Must be taken consecutively. A grade of at least C- is required in each course of the Music 31 series.
Enrollment Comments: Primarily for Music Majors.
Basic keyboard skills, major scales and chords, introduction to harmonization, easy piano repertoire.
MUS 31B. Class Piano
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Placement by audition. Must be taken consecutively. A grade of at least C- required in each course of the Music 31 series.
Enrollment Comments: Primarily for Music Majors.
White key minor scales (natural/harmonic) and chords, harmonization, introduction to transposition and basic score reading, piano duets.
MUS 31C. Class Piano
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Placement by audition. Must be taken consecutively. A grade of at least C- required in each course in the Music 31 series.
Enrollment Comments: Primarily for Music Majors.
Black key minor scales (natural/harmonic) and chords. Preparing for the proficiency exam: review of all scales and chords, more advanced harmonization, transposition. Learning a solo piece from the list of the appropriate repertoire.
MUS 31X. Class Piano
(1)
KISLENKO
Prerequisite: Placement by audition; Music 31F with a minimum grade of C- or passing the piano proficiency test.
Enrollment Comments: Primarily for Music Majors. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
Optional continuation of Music 31. Equivalent in level to Music 32. Elementary individual class piano instruction in class or individual context. Includes scales, sight reading, transposition, harmonization at the keyboard, with emphasis on piano literature.
MUS 32A. Secondary Piano
(1)
KISLENKO
Prerequisite: Placement by audition.
Enrollment Comments: Primarily for Music Majors. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
Optional continuation of Music 31. Elementary individual class piano instruction. Includes scales, sight reading, transposition, harmonization at the keyboard, with emphasis on piano literature.
MUS 32B. Secondary Piano
(1)
KISLENKO
Prerequisite: Placement by audition.
Enrollment Comments: Primarily for Music Majors. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
Optional continuation of Music 31. Elementary individual class piano instruction. Includes scales, sight reading, transposition, harmonization at the keyboard, with emphasis on piano literature.
MUS 32C. Secondary Piano
(1)
KISLENKO
Prerequisite: Placement by audition.
Enrollment Comments: Primarily for Music Majors. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
Optional continuation of Music 31. Elementary individual class piano instruction. Includes scales, sight reading, transposition, harmonization at the keyboard, with emphasis on piano literature.
MUS 32D. Secondary Piano
(1)
KISLENKO
Prerequisite: Placement by audition.
Enrollment Comments: Primarily for Music Majors. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
Optional continuation of Music 31. Elementary individual class piano instruction. Includes scales, sight reading, transposition, harmonization at the keyboard, with emphasis on piano literature.
MUS 32E. Secondary Piano
(1)
KISLENKO
Prerequisite: Placement by audition.
Enrollment Comments: Primarily for Music Majors. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
Optional continuation of Music 31. Elementary individual class piano instruction. Includes scales, sight reading, transposition, harmonization at the keyboard, with emphasis on piano literature.
MUS 32F. Secondary Piano
(1)
KISLENKO
Prerequisite: Placement by audition.
Enrollment Comments: Primarily for Music Majors. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
Optional continuation of Music 31. Elementary individual class piano instruction. Includes scales, sight reading, transposition, harmonization at the keyboard, with emphasis on piano literature.
MUS 33. Intermediate Piano
(1-3)
ASCHE, BERKOWITZ, KISLENKO
Prerequisite: By audition. Consent of instructor and department.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Piano emphasis and BM Piano Accompanying emphasis majors, andfor 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Intermediate piano lessons.
MUS 35A. Piano Accompanying
(1)
KOENIG
Prerequisite: Music 33 (may be taken concurrently); or, Piano and Accompanying emphasis majors only; and, consent of instructor.
An introduction to the study of accompaniment repertoire and performance (art song, instrumental literature, orchestral transcriptions, sight-reading).
MUS 35B. Piano Accompanying
(1)
KOENIG
Prerequisite: Music 33 (may be taken concurrently); or, piano and accompanying emphasis majors only; and, consent of instructor.
An introduction to the study of accompaniment repertoire and performance (art song, instrumental literature, orchestral transcriptions, sight-reading).
MUS 35C. Piano Accompanying
(1)
KOENIG
Prerequisite: Music 33 (may be taken concurrently); or, Piano and Accompanying emphasis majors only; and, consent of instructor.
An introduction to the study of accompaniment repertoire and performance (art song, instrumental literature, orchestral transcriptions, sight-reading).
MUS 35D. Piano Accompanying
(1)
KOENIG
Prerequisite: Music 33 (may be taken concurrently); or, Piano and Accompanying emphasis majors only; and, consent of instructor.
An introduction to the study of accompaniment repertoire and performance (art song, instrumental literature, orchestral transcriptions, sight-reading).
MUS 51. Vocal and Instrumental Coaching
(1)
BALLERINO, KISLENKO
Prerequisite: Concurrent vocal or instrumental study (Music 25-29).
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated to a maximum of 9 units, but only 3 units may be applied toward the major.
Musical preparation of vocal or instrumental works from a coach/accompanist.
MUS 52. Vocal & Instrument Coaching Supervision
(1)
KOENIG
Music preparation of vocal or instrumental works from a coach/accompanist. Coaches and accompanists are assigned by a faculty member.
MUS 53. Viola Orchestral Repertoire
(1)
CALLUS
Prerequisite: By audition.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
The study of the entire standard orchestral repertoire for viola and audition procedures.
MUS 54. Acting for Singers
(3)
STAFF
Enrollment Comments: Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: Majors can only repeat once for credit.
Study of techniques and practice of acting on the stage for singers as preparation for performing operatic roles, in lecture and workshop settings.
MUS 88. Intermediate Composition
(2)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Passing of freshman composition portfolio and consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. For selected students.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units but only 6 units may be applied toward the major.
Preparation for Music 108.
MUS 94. Freshman Audition
(1)
Preparation of freshman audition.
MUS 97. Sophomore Audition
(2)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Passing of freshman audition (may be waived for transfer students) and consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Preparation of sophomore audition.
MUS 97B. Sophomore Composition Portfolio
(2)
Prerequisite: Passing of freshman composition portfolio (may be waived for transfer students), and consent of instructor.
Preparation of sophomore composition portfolio.
MUS 98. Readings in Music
(1-3)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Students must have a 3.0 minimum GPA for the preceding 3 quarters and are limited to 5 units per quarter and 30 units total in all 98/99/198/199/199AA-ZZ courses combined. May be repeated for credit to 6 units.
Critical review and discussion of related topics in musicology, ethnomusicology, composition, theory, or performance.
MUS 99. Introduction to Musical Research
(1-3)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Students must have a 3.0 minimum GPA for the preceding 3 quarters and are limited to 5 units per quarter and 30 units total in all 98/99/198/199/199AA-ZZ courses combined. May be repeated for credit to 6 units.
Independent research under the guidance of a faculty member in the department. Course offers exceptional students the opportunity to undertake independent research or work in a research group in topics in musicology, ethnomusicology, composition, theory, or performance.
MUS 99RA. Introduction to Musical Research
(1-3)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Students must have a 3.0 minimum GPA for the preceding 3 quarters and are limited to 5 units per quarter and 30 units total in all 98/99/198/199/199AA-ZZ courses combined. May be repeated for credit to 6 units.
Independent research under the guidance of a faculty member in the department. Course offers exceptional students the opportunity to undertake independent research or work in a research group in topics in musicology, ethnomusicology, composition, theory, or performance.
Upper DivisionÂ
MUS 101A.
Contemporary Techniques
(2)
HALADYNA
Prerequisite: Music 5C or equivalent.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Fall.
A study of contemporary techniques, through both written work and analysis.
MUS 101B.
Contemporary Techniques
(2)
HALADYNA
Prerequisite: Music 5C or equivalent.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter.
A study of contemporary techniques, through both written work and analysis.
MUS 101C.
Contemporary Techniques
(2)
HALADYNA
Prerequisite: Music 5E or equivalent.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Spring.
A study of contemporary techniques, through both written work and analysis.
MUS 102.
Fundamentals of Counterpoint
(3)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Music 5C or equivalent.
A study of the general principles of counterpoint based on literature and repertoire of various periods, complemented by written exercises.
MUS 103.
Eighteenth Century Counterpoint
(3)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Music 5C and 102.
A study of contrapuntal practices of the eighteenth century through analysis and compositional exercises.
MUS 105.
Field and Laboratory Methods in Ethnomusicology
(4)
COOLEY
Prerequisite: Music 176 or consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring. Because Music 176 is the prerequisite and is usually taught in the fall, Music 105 can be taught in either winter or spring.
The development and execution of field research designs. Practical field experience using various techniques of data collection and management including music recording, photography, filming, questionnaires, and interviewing. The use and interpretation of standard and innovative laboratory methods for processing data, including computer analysis.
MUS 106A.
Orchestration
(2)
HALADYNA
Prerequisite: Music 5C or equivalent.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Fall.
The study of orchestration through written work and analysis.
MUS 106B.
Orchestration
(2)
HALADYNA
Prerequisite: MUS 5C or equivalent and Music 106A.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter.
The study of orchestration through written work and analysis.
MUS 106C.
Orchestration
(2)
HALADYNA
Prerequisite: Music 5E or equivalent and Music 106B.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Spring.
The study of orchestration through written work and analysis.
MUS 108.
Advanced Composition
(1-3)
FEIGIN
Prerequisite: Music 5C or equivalent, passing of sophomore composition portfolio and consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Composition emphasis majors and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Individual instruction in composition. Assignments using small and large forms.
MUS 109CA.
Introduction to Interactive Audio
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Upper division standing
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors.
An introductory course in interactive music technology. Through technical instruction, critical reflection, and original work in Max, a visual programming environment, students investigate the influence of personal computing, digital media, and interactivity on electronic music and sonic art.
MUS 109IA.
Direct Digital Synthesis, Processing and Composition
(3)
KUCHERA-MORIN
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing; consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter.
First quarter of general purpose computing for computer music applications. Topics include: introduction to the UNIX operating system and the VI editor, music synthesis using C-music program and score input programs.
MUS 109IB.
Direct Digital Synthesis, Processing and Composition
(3)
KUCHERA-MORIN
Prerequisite: Music 109IA.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Spring.
Series concentrating on computer instrument design using C- based computer music software and exploring synthesis applications of frequency modulation, amplitude modulation, additive/substractive synthesis, etc., computer processing of sound, and computer music composition.
MUS 109L.
Real-Time Digital Synthesis, Processing, and Composition
(2)
ROADS, OLIVEIRA
Prerequisite: Upper division standing.
Enrollment Comments: Quarters usually offered: Fall. Required for Composition majors. Other music majors and non-majors may enroll on a space available basis.
An introductory course on electroacoustic music. Historical perspective. Analysis of different types of electronic/acousmatic/mixed compositions. Introduction to different techniques of sound transformation.
MUS 109LA.
Real-Time Digital Synthesis, Processing and Composition.
(2)
ROADS
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing; consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated once with permission of instructor, but used only once for credit in the major (2 units).
First quarter of a 3-quarter series course in real-time digital synthesis and composition will concentrate on multi- track recording, mixing, digital signal processing using micro-computers and special purpose DSP equipment for music composition.
MUS 109LB.
Real-Time Digital Synthesis, Processing and Composition
(2)
ROADS
Prerequisite: Music 109LA.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated once with permission of instructor, but used only once for credit in the major (2 units).
Second quarter of a 3-quarter series course will concentrate on digital synthesis (primarily frequency modulation, simple and complex; but also amplitude modulation and additive synthesis) using micro-computers, digital synthesizers and processing equipment for music composition.
MUS 109LC.
Real-Time Digital Synthesis, Processing and Composition
(2)
ROADS
Prerequisite: Music 109LB.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Spring.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated once with permission of instructor, but used only once for credit in the major (2 units).
Third quarter of a 3-quarter series course will concentrate on real-time computer music composition with micro-computers and digital synthesis/processing equipment.
MUS 109N.
Special Topics in Computer Music and Digital Signal Processing
(3)
KUCHERA-MORIN, ROADS
Prerequisite: Music 109LA-B-C or 109IA-B.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Fall.
Advanced topics in computer music composition, synthesis and digital signal processing.
MUS 109TA.
Introduction to Visual Music
(2)
STAFF
Prerequisite: MUS 109IA; or, MUS 109LA; or, consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Non majors may enroll with consent of instructor.
Introductory course on Visual Music. Historical perspective. Intro to Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Cinema 4D and other visual music composition software. Several short exercises will be required.
MUS 113A.
The History of Opera: 1600-1800
(4)
TCHAROS
An overview of the history of opera from 1600-1800, placing selected works within a social context, and viewing opera as a musical work, dramatic spectacle, and cultural commodity.
MUS 113B.
The History of Opera: 1800-1960
(4)
KATZ
An overview of the history of opera from 1800-1960, placing selected works within a social context, and viewing opera as a musical work, dramatic spectacle, and cultural commodity.
MUS 114.
Music and Popular Culture in America
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall.
A survey of the relationships between music and popular culture in America. Music to be discussed includes blues, jazz, and rock, as well as classical music. Emphasis is on cultural, rather than technical aspects of music.
MUS 115.
Symphonic Music
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Music 15 or Music 3A. Music 3A may be taken concurrently.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Contact departmental advisor for an approval code if concurrently enrolled in Music 3A.
A study of selected symphonic works.
MUS 116.
American Music History: From the Colonial Period to the Present
(4)
PAUL, DAVID
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors.
An overview of the varieties of American musical experience from the Colonial period to the present. Representative works from several genres are studies with a view to placing them in their cultural context and identifying major aesthetic issues.
MUS 117.
Music and the Mind
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Introduction to the psychology of music. Topics include music perception and cognition, learning and memory, emotion and meaning, music and language, music and the brain, emergence and development of skills, perspectives from social and cultural psychology, well-being and therapy, and others.
MUS 118A.
History and Literature of Great Composers in Western Music
(4)
RUTKOWSKI
Prerequisite: Music 15. For the non-major.
A survey of the life and stylistic development of the music of an individual composer selected from the fourteenth to the twentieth century. A) Ludwig van Beethoven; B) J.S. Bach; C) Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart; D) Frederic Chopin; E) Joseph Haydn; F-Z) other composers.
MUS 119A.
Music and Politics
(4)
SPRIGGE
Prerequisite: Upper division standing.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Summer. Primarily for non-majors but also open to majors.
A study of the interaction between music and politics from the fourteenth century to the present. Includes discussion of relevant art from each period.
MUS 119B.
Music in Political Films
(4)
HALL
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors.
Survey of some of the major films in the political film genre (1916-2007) in addition to readings on the political/ historical topic. Will learn basic terminology and techniques of analysis for film music.
MUS 120A.
Orchestral Conducting
(2)
RINTOUL
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units, but only 4 units may be applied toward the major.
An introduction to fundamentals of orchestral conducting and score reading.
MUS 120B.
Choral Conducting
(2)
GERVAIS
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units, but only 4 units may be applied toward the major.
An introduction to the fundamentals of choral conducting and score reading.
MUS 120C.
Advanced Conducting
(1)
RINTOUL
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units, but only 2 units may beapplied toward the major.
Applied instruction in choral or orchestral conducting.
MUS 120T.
Choral Techniques
(2)
LAMARTINE
Prerequisite: Music 120B (may be taken concurrently) and consent of instructor.
Aspects of choral techniques; including: development of concert programs and rehearsal plans, rehearsal procedures, types of vocal ensembles and seating configurations, acoustical considerations, performance and recording procedures, long-term programming and artistic development, social and organizational aspects of vocal ensemble.
MUS 122AAZZ.
Practicum in World Music Performance
(1)
MARCUS, RUDNICKI
Prerequisite: Upper-divison standing
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. If there is no meeting time listed on the course schedule, contact instructor during first week of quarter to schedule instruction.
Applied instruction in non-Western instruments: the Middle Eastern oud (lute) nay (end-blown flute), Middle Eastern percussion, and dastgah (Persian melodic modes).
MUS 122D.
Practicum in World Music Performance: Dastgah
MUS 122G.
Practicum in World Music Performance
MUS 122M.
Practicum in World Music Performance: Arabic Maqam.
MUS 122N.
Practicum in World Music Performance
MUS 122O.
Practicum in World Music Performance: oud
MUS 122P.
Practicum in World Music Performance: Middle Eastern percussion
MUS 122X.
Practicum in World Music Performance
MUS 124.
Advanced Carillon
(1)
HALSTED
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. At least 3 quarters of Music 24.
Recommended Preparation: Some keyboard proficiency (Music 31F, 32, or 33 or equivalent) recommended.Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. Piano audition required. Contact instructor over email to schedule audition.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units, but only 6 units may be applied toward the major.
Applied instruction on Carillon (bells in bell tower) performance.
MUS 125.
Advanced Voice
(1-4)
BRECHER, PORETSKY, SAHUC
Prerequisite: Passing of voice sophomore audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Voice emphasis majors and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Advanced voice lessons.
MUS 126A.
Advanced Double Bass
(1-4)
GARBER
Prerequisite: Passing of double bass sophomore audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Double Bass emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter byall others.
Advanced double bass lessons.
MUS 126B.
Advanced Cello
(1-4)
RUTKOWSKI
Prerequisite: Passing of cello sophomore audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Cello emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Advanced cello lessons.
MUS 126D.
Advanced Viola
(1-4)
CALLUS
Prerequisite: Passing of viola sophomore audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units. Taken for 4 units perquarter by BM Viola emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Advanced viola lessons.
MUS 126E.
Advanced Violin
(1-4)
YARON
Prerequisite: Passing of violin sophomore audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units. Taken for 4 units perquarter by BM Violin emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Advanced violin lessons.
MUS 127A.
Advanced Bassoon
(1-4)
RADFORD
Prerequisite: Passing of bassoon sophomore audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Bassoon emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Advanced bassoon lessons.
MUS 127B.
Advanced Clarinet
(1-4)
BAMBACH
Prerequisite: Passing of clarinet sophomore audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Clarinet emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Advanced clarinet lessons.
MUS 127C.
Advanced Flute
(1-4)
FELBER
Prerequisite: Passing of flute sophomore audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Flute emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Advanced flute lessons.
MUS 127D.
Advanced Oboe
(1-4)
HORN
Prerequisite: Passing of oboe sophomore audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units. Taken for 4 units perquarter by BM Oboe emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Advanced oboe lessons.
MUS 128A.
Advanced French Horn
(1-4)
GROSS
Prerequisite: Passing of french horn sophomore audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units. Taken for 4 units perquarter by BM French Horn emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Advanced french horn lessons.
MUS 128B.
Advanced Trombone
(1-4)
BOOTH
Prerequisite: Passing of trombone sophomore audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units. Taken for 4 units perquarter by BM Trombone emphasis majors, and 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Advanced trombone lessons.
MUS 128C.
Advanced Trumpet
(1-4)
HUNGERFORD
Prerequisite: Passing of trumpet sophomore audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units. Taken for 4 units perquarter by BM Trumpet emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by allothers.
Advanced trumpet lessons.
MUS 128D.
Advanced Tuba
(1-4)
BOOTH
Prerequisite: Passing of tuba sophomore audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units. Taken for 4 units perquarter by BM Tuba emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.
Advanced tuba lessons.
MUS 129.
Advanced Percussion
(1-4)
NATHAN
Prerequisite: Passing of percussion sophomore audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units. Taken for 4 units perquarter by BM Percussion emphasis majors, and for 1 unit per quarter by allothers.
Advanced percussion lessons.
MUS 133.
Advanced Piano
(1-4)
ASCHE, BERKOWITZ, KISLENKO
Prerequisite: Passing of piano sophomore audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units. Taken for 4 units perquarter by BM Piano emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units by all others.
Advanced piano lessons.
MUS 135A.
Piano Accompanying
(2)
KOENIG
Prerequisite: Music 33 (may be taken concurrently); or, Piano and Accompanying emphasis majors only; and, consent of instructor.
An advanced study of accompaniment repertoire and performance (artsong, instrumental literature, orchestral transcriptions, sight-reading).
MUS 135B.
Piano Accompanying
(2)
KOENIG
Prerequisite: Music 33 (may be taken concurrently); or, Piano and Accompanying emphasis majors only; and, consent of instructor.
An advanced study of accompaniment repertoire and performance (artsong, instrumental literature, orchestral transcriptions, sight-reading).
MUS 135C.
Piano Accompanying
(2)
KOENIG
Prerequisite: Music 33 (may be taken concurrently); or, Piano and Accompanying emphasis majors only; and, consent of instructor.
An advanced study of accompaniment repertoire and performance (artsong, instrumental literature, orchestral transcriptions, sight-reading).
MUS 135D.
Piano Accompanying
(2)
KOENIG
Prerequisite: Music 33 (may be taken concurrently); or, Piano and Accompanying emphasis majors only; and, consent of instructor.
An advanced study for accompaniment repertoire and performance (artsong, instrumental literature, orchestral transcriptions, sight-reading).
MUS 135E.
Piano Accompanying
(2)
KOENIG
Prerequisite: Music 33 (may be taken concurrently); or, Piano and Accompanying emphasis majors only; and, consent of instructor.
An advanced study for accompaniment repertoire and performance (artsong, instrumental literature, orchestral transcriptions, sight-reading).
MUS 135F.
Piano Accompanying
(2)
KOENIG
Prerequisite: Music 33 (may be taken concurrently); or, Piano and Accompanying emphasis majors only; and, consent of instructor.
An advanced study for accompaniment repertoire and performance (artsong, instrumental literature, orchestral transcriptions, sight-reading).
MUS 150.
Opera/Song Repertoire
(2)
BALLERINO
Prerequisite: Music 25 or 33.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units. Letter grade required for majors.
A detailed study of operatic literature and concert literature (lieder, melodies, songs, and pieces with instruments). The interpretation of vocal music as a preparation for performance.
MUS 151.
Vocal and Instrumental Coaching
(1)
BALLERINO, KOENIG, KISLENKO
Prerequisite: Concurrent upper-division vocal or instrumental study (Music 125-129).
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for a maximum of 9 units, but only 3 units may be applied toward the major.
Musical preparation of vocal or instrumental works.
MUS 152.
Vocal & Instrument Coaching Supervision
(1)
KOENIG
Music preparation of vocal or instrumental works from a coach/accompanist. Coaches and accompanists are assigned by a faculty member.
MUS 153.
Viola Orchestral Repertoire
(1)
CALLUS
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit up to 9 units.
The study of the entire standard orchestral repertoire for viola, and audition procedures.
MUS 154.
Acting for Singers
(3)
STAFF
Enrollment Comments: Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: Majors can only repeat once for credit.
Study of techniques and practice of acting on the stage for singers as preparation for performing operatic roles, in lecture and workshop settings.
MUS 158A.
Diction
(1)
BALLERINO
Prerequisite: Music 25.
English diction.
MUS 158B.
Diction
(1)
BRECHER
Prerequisite: Music 25.
Italian diction.
MUS 158C.
Diction
(1)
BALLERINO
Prerequisite: Music 25 or equivalent.
Enrollment Comments: Primarily for Voice majors.
German diction.
MUS 158D.
Diction
(1)
BRANTON, INGHAM
Prerequisite: Primarily for Voice majors. Music 25 or equivalent.
French diction.
MUS 160A.
Tonal Analysis
(4)
ROTHFARB
Prerequisite: Music 4C; Music 5C with a grade of at least C-.
Analysis of small- and large-scale formal structures in music from the late Baroque through the late Classic period (ca. 1720-1820).
MUS 160B.
Twentieth Century Analysis
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Music 4C; Music 5C with a grade of at least C-.
Analysis of non-tonal and twelve-tone music.
MUS 160C.
Advanced Tonal Analysis
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Music 4C, 5C, and 160A.
Continuation of Music 160A, advanced tonal analysis through nineteenth century works.
MUS 160D.
Tuning and Temperament
(3)
MARCUS
Survey of a number of tuning systems found around the world, including those of Ancient Greece, Europe, India, China, the Arab Middle East, Turkey, and Indonesia. The mathematical, aesthetic, and symbolic bases of each system will be considered.
MUS 160E.
The Arabic System of Melodic Modes: The Maqamat
(3)
MARCUS
An intensive examination of the system of melodic modes (Maqamat) that governs present-day practice in the eastern Arab world. Emphasis given to theoretical issues (quarter tones, tetrachordel structures, and theories of intonation), analysis of standard repertoire, and procedures governing improvisation.
MUS 160F.
Sound Color: Timbre and Music
(3)
HAJDA
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter.
"Sound color" refers to the quality or timbre of musical sound, whether instrumental, vocal, or synthetic. This course investigates timbre's special perceptual and cognitive qualities, as well as its unique expressive power in music.
MUS 161.
Keyboard Literature
(3)
BERKOWITZ
Prerequisite: Music 11 or Music 5A; Music 10A, or Music 10B, or Music 10C OR WITH CONSENT OF INSTRUCTOR.
A comprehensive survey of the history and development of stringed keyboard instruments and the repertoire associated with these diverse instruments. An extensive listening list will be available via the Naxos Music Library.
MUS 162.
Choral Literature
(3)
GERVAIS
Prerequisite: Three quarters of the Music 112A-F series.
A historical and analytical survey of major choral works from the seventeenth century to the present.
MUS 168A.
Popular Music & Globalization
(4)
NOVAK
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter.
Through the interface of globalization and music, we will explore the cultural politics of nation and person, community and commodity, in modern societies, as well as the ways recording and broadcasts of music have changed musical practices and experiences.
MUS 168C.
Music and Religion
(4)
STAFF
Enrollment Comments: Not open for credit to students who have completed Music 166A.
An examination of the structural role and symbolic functions of music in religious systems. Case studies will be drawn from diverse world traditions.
MUS 168G.
Other Issues in Ethnomusicology
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated three times as long as subject matter is different.
A study of other cultural issues in ethnomusicology. Specific issue or topics will vary by quarter and will be announced in advance by the department.
MUS 168H.
Music and Tourism
(4)
COOLEY
Students read folklore, anthropology, tourism studies, musicology, and ethnomusicology in an attempt to develop theories for interpreting the impact of tourism on music locally and globally.
MUS 168I.
Film Music Cognition
(4)
HAJDA
Prerequisite: Music 11 or Music 5A (which may be concurrent); and upper-division standing.
Recommended Preparation: Upper-division standing or consent of the instructor.Enrollment Comments: Concurrently offered with Music 262I.
A consideration of film music as a medium of communication between the director, composer, music supervisor, editors, performers and the audience. Emphasis given to cognitive psychological theories of meaning in terms of structure and affect in audio/visual contexts.
MUS 168J.
Music and Documentary Film
(4)
DAVID NOVAK
Prerequisite: Upper division standing
View global popular music through the lens of documentary film. We will analyze a series of films depicting cultural and political histories, creative performances, and everyday lives of musicians in different representational frames and social contexts.
MUS 168M.
Music as Media
(4)
NOVAK
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Concurrently offered with Music 262M.
Recorded media are central to the way we hear, create, exchange and experience music in contemporary social life. Topics include the early uses of the phonograph, recording studios, file-sharing, online musical exchange and roles of technological media in globalizing cultures.
MUS 168P.
Creative Arts, Memories and Experimental Performance
(4)
HELLIER
Prerequisite: Upper-division.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter. Cross-Listing Course with Theater and Dance
Through creative arts practices, analysis, workshops and new performance, this course explores processes of transformation and translation of traces of memories and experiences into provocative art works. Experimental performance practices encompass theatrical, movement based, sonic, music-based and visual arts.
MUS 168R.
History and Practice of the Recording Studio
(4)
NOVAK
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors.
Explores contemporary histories and techniques of the recording studio, focusing on the role of sound engineers in US/UK postwar popular music. In addition to exploring the history of recorded sound, the class will provide students with opportunities to learn practical methods of music production.
MUS 168S.
Music and Sports
(4)
COOLEY
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing.
In this course, students study connections between the human cultural practices of music and sport. We draw from rich literatures in performance studies, sports studies, and ethnomusicology to consider selected case studies where music and sport intersect.
MUS 168T.
Birds, sonic arts & environmental sensitivities
(4)
HELLIER-TINOCO
Prerequisite: Upper-division. Consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter.
Repeat Comments: Repeat of MUS168G with Hellier-Tinoco in Spring 2021.
Focusing on birds and sonic arts, this course engages creative, analytical & experiential activities. Topics include: ecoacoustics, sound maps, deep listening, sensory memory, soundscape ecologies and environmental issues, blurring borders between more-than-human/human interactions, art/science, and local/global.
MUS 168X.
Umm Kulthum: Her Music, Her Life, Her Times
(4)
MARCUS
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Designed for majors.
Analysis of the music, life, an times of the predominant Arab singer of the twentieth century. Individual projects may focus on music or text analysis, issues of gender, nationalism, agency, performance practice, and investigation of related arts (film, novels, etc.).
MUS 174.
Musical Acoustics
(4)
HAJDA
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing; Music 11 or Music 5A (which may be concurrent).
Enrollment Comments: Lower division students can enroll with consent of instructor.
Consideration of the relationships between acoustics, perception and music. Emphasis on the physical and psychophysiological bases for tonality, dynamics, timbre and rhythm. Additional focus on the vibrational properties of musical instruments and features of digital recording and playback.
MUS 175F.
Music Cultures of the World: The Middle East
(4)
MARCUS
Arab, Turkish, and Persian music traditions from historical, cultural, and musicological perspectives. Emphasis given to the position of music in Islam, present-day performers, and modal and rhythmic structures.
MUS 175G.
Music Cultures of the World: India
(4)
MARCUS
A survey of music traditions of the Indian subcontinent from classical to folk and popular. Emphasis on the position of music in Hindu philosophy, the role of music in society, musical instruments, and modal and rhythmic structures (Raga and Tala).
MUS 175I.
Music Cultures of the World: Indonesia
(4)
NOVAK
Prerequisite: Upper-division.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Concurrently offered with 293I.
Introduces Indonesian musical and cultural practices through folk, classical, popular musics; religious traditions, theater and dance. Topics include interconnection of sonic and social structures, historical conditions of colonial and postcolonial relationships with the West, and transitions to contemporary transnational circulations.
MUS 175J.
Music in Modern Japan
(4)
NOVAK
Prerequisite: Upper-division.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Designed for majors. Concurrently offered with MUS 293J. Quarters usually offered: Fall.
This course explores music and culture in modern Japan. What kind of society do we hear in its diverse mix of sounds and musical practices? We explore this question through traditional genres, national politics, and transnational exchanges of popular media.
MUS 175K.
Music Cultures of the World: Other Regions
(4)
STAFF
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 16 units.
A study of music traditions and genres from other regions of the world. Specific regions studied vary by quarter and are announced in advance by the department.
MUS 175L.
Music Culture of the Polish Tatra Mountains
(4)
COOLEY
The Tatras are the home of a distinct folk culture, including music based on polyphonic singing ad violin ensembles. Course investigates the present-day music from this region and its history, and examines the influence of tourism and ethnography on the music-culture.
MUS 175M.
American Folk Music: Old-Time, Bluegrass and Country
(4)
COOLEY
Study of English-language American folk music, using mixed-media tools for learning. The focus is on string band music often associated with Appalachia and usually called "old-time," and the distinct but related styles of bluegrass and country.
MUS 175P.
Eco-Acoustic-Arts: Sounding & Creating with Global Environmental Elements
(4)
HELLIER-TINOCO
Prerequisite: Upper division standing, instructor approval required.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors.
In eco-acoustic-arts, students investigate & create with geo and bio elements (including water, plants, rocks, animals). Using sounding as an inspirational process to explore ecological entanglements (scientific, cultural, artistic), methods include sensory ethnography, ethography, mapping & digital technologies.
MUS 175W.
Music, Community, Wellbeing: Advocacy and Activism
(4)
HELLIER-TINOCO
Prerequisite: Upper division standing, instructor approval.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors.
Taking a vocational and facilitatory approach, this course uses case studies to explore concepts and processes of generating and sustaining musical activity as community-engaged practice. Topics include: social justice, health and wellbeing, education, senses of place, ecology, and technology.
MUS 175X.
Musics in Mexico
(4)
HELLIER-TINOCO
Prerequisite: No prior instrumental skills required.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Concurrently offered with MUS 293X. Quarters usually offered: Spring.
An exploration of a range of musics of Mexico, contextualized in their historical, political, ideological, and social milieu. Encompassing discussion, readings, and performance. (No prior instrumental skills required.)
MUS 176.
Studies in Ethnomusicology
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing.
An introduction to the field of ethnomusicology using theories and methods derived from the social sciences and humanities. Topic areas to include transcription and analysis, musicians, musical instruments, music acculturation, and the function of music in society.
MUS 181.
Proseminar in Baroque Music
(4)
TCHAROS
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing; Music 10-A-B-C.
Enrollment Comments: Course designed for majors.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 16 units as long as subject matter is different.
A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of Baroque music.
MUS 182.
Proseminar in Classical Music
(4)
TCHAROS
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing; Music 10A-B-C.
Enrollment Comments: Course designed for majors.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 16 units as long as subject matter is different.
A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of classical music.
MUS 183.
Proseminar in Romantic Music
(4)
KATZ
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing; Music 10A-B-C.
Enrollment Comments: Course designed for music majors.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 16 units as long as subject matter is different.
A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of romantic music.
MUS 183L.
Proseminar in Romantic Music
(4)
KATZ
Prerequisite: Music 112E and two additional quarters of the Music 112AB-F series.
A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of romantic music.
MUS 184.
Proseminar in Contemporary Music
(4)
KATZ
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing; Music 10A-B-C.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Course designed for majors
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 16 units as long as subject matter is different.
A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of contemporary music.
MUS 188.
Ethnomusicology Forum
(1)
COOLEY, MARCUS, NOVAK
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: Music 188 may be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
A forum for the presentation of research and performance by students, faculty, and visiting scholars and performers.
MUS 191.
Special Topics
(2-4)
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing and consent of instructor.
Special seminar in selected problems of current musicology, ethnomusicology, theory, or performance.
MUS 192.
B.A. Senior Project
(3)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Open to B. A. senior Music majors only.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Preparation of senior audition, composition, or paper.
MUS 192A.
B.A. Senior Project
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Open to B.A. senior Music Studies majors only.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: Not open for credit to students who have completed MUSIC 192.
The first quarter of preparation of senior audition, composition, or paper.
MUS 192B.
B.A. Senior Project
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Music 192A with a minimum grade of C-.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. Open to B.A. senior Music Studies majors only.
Repeat Comments: Not open for credit to students who have completed MUSIC 192.
The second quarter of preparation of senior audition, composition, or paper.
MUS 192C.
B.A. Senior Project
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Music 192B with a minimum grade of C-.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. Open to B.A. senior Music Studies majors only.
Repeat Comments: Not open for credit to students who have completed MUSIC 192.
The third and final quarter of preparation of senior audition, composition, or paper.
MUS 195.
Junior Recital
(2)
Prerequisite: Passing of B.M. sophomore audition; open to upper-division Bachelor of Music Performance Emphasis major only.
Preparation of junior recital.
MUS 195B.
Junior Composition Portfolio
(2)
Prerequisite: Passing of B.M. sophomore audition; and, consent of instructor; open to upper-division Bachelor of Music Composition Emphasis major only.
Preparation of junior composition portfolio.
MUS 196.
Honors Music
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing; honors students only; consent of instructor and department.
Enrollment Comments: Students must have a cumulative 3.5 for the proceeding 6 quarter(s). Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. For Distinction in the Major must be taken with Music 192 or 197 or 197B.
Repeat Comments: Music 196 is available not only in conjunction with Music 192, 197, and 197B for Departmental Senior Honors (Distinction in the Major), but can also be taken separately for other Honors projects by students in the College of Letters and Science Honors program.
An undergraduate independent research for honor students. Carefully selected topics intended to foster excellence in research, theory, composition, or performance.
MUS 197.
Senior Recital
(3)
Prerequisite: Passing of junior recital; open to senior Music Performance emphasis majors only.
Preparation of senior recital.
MUS 197B.
Senior Composition Portfolio and Recital
(3)
Prerequisite: Passing of junior composition portfolio; and, consent of instructor; open tsenior BM Composition emphasis majors only.
Preparation of senior composition portfolio.
MUS 198.
Readings In Music
(1-4)
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing; completion of three quarters of the Music 112A-F series; consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA for the preceding 3 quarter and are limited to 5 units per quarter and 30 units total in all 98/99/198/199/199AA-ZZ courses combined. May be repeated to a maximum of 16 units.
Critical review and discussion of related topics in musicology, ethnomusicology, composition, theory, or performance.
MUS 199.
Individual Research in Music
(1-4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing; completion of three quarters of the Music 112AB-F series; consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA for the preceding 3 quarters and are limited to 5 units per quarter and 30 units total in all 98/99/198/199/199AA-ZZ courses combined. Students are limited to 4 units per quarter and 16 units total in Music 198/199 courses.
Independent research under the guidance of a faculty member in the department. Course offers qualified students the opportunity to undertake independent research or work in a research group in topics in musicology, ethnomusicology, composition, theory, or performance.
MUS 199RA.
Independent Research Assistance in Music
(1-4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing; completion of three quarters of the Music 112AB-F series; consent of instructor and department.
Enrollment Comments: Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA for the preceding 3 quarters and are limited to 5 units per quarter and 30 units total in all 98/99/198/199/199AA-ZZ courses combined. Students are limited to 4 units per quarter and 16 units total in Music 198/199 courses. No more than 4 units in combination with Music 199 may be applied to major.
Faculty supervised research assistance.
GraduateÂ
MUS 200A.
Bibliography and Research Techniques
(2)
STAFF
Enrollment Comments: Primarily intended for the MM and DMA graduate student in Music.
A survey of music bibliography and research methods.
MUS 200B.
Bibliography and Research Techniques
(4)
Enrollment Comments: Primarily intended for the M.A. and Ph.D. graduate student in musicology or theory.
Survey and discussion of select historical, methodological, and theoretical approaches to research in musicology.
MUS 200D.
Bibliography and Research Techniques
(4)
Enrollment Comments: Primarily for the M.A. and Ph.D. graduate student in theory.
A survey of music bibliography and research methods in theory.
MUS 202A.
Seminar in Musicology
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: M.A. or equivalent with consent of instructor. For advanced students only.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. A two-quarter in-progress sequence course with grades for both quarters.
May be repeated for credit. Seminar in musicology. First quarter of a two-quarter doctoral seminar dealing with selected topics in musicology.
MUS 202B.
Seminar in Musicology.
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: M.A. or equivalent with consent of instructor. For advanced students only. Music 202A.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Spring. A two-quarter in-progress sequence course with grades for both quarters issued.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit.
Taken upon completion of Music 202A. Seminar in musicology. Second quarter of a two-quarter doctoral seminar dealing with selected topics in musicology.
MUS 203MT.
Musicology-Theory Forum
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Graduate standing in musicology or theory emphasis.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors.
Theory students, faculty and visiting scholars present their current research.
MUS 204A.
Graduate Musicianship I
(1)
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
An introduction for graduate students who fail the musicianship placement exam. 204A reviews diatonic ear-training skills and their relation to theory. All graduate students encouraged to enroll; theory/ composition students should especially consider 204 as a pedagogical study.
MUS 204B.
Graduate Musicianship II
(1)
Prerequisite: 204A.
Continues skills of 204A; reviews musicianship skills for modulation. All graduate students encouraged to enroll; theory/ composision students shouldespecially consider 204B as a pedagogical study of musicianship.
MUS 204C.
Graduate Musicianship III
(1)
Prerequisite: Music 204B.
Enrollment Comments: All graduate students welcome; theory and composition students especially encouraged to take 204C as a pedagogical study.
Continue skills of Music 204A and B; reviews musicianship skills for chromatic harmony.
MUS 207A.
Seminar in Orchestration
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Graduate standing in composition.
Instrumental families of the orchestra.
MUS 207B.
Seminar in Orchestration
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Graduate standing in composition.
Writing for full orchestra.
MUS 208.
Graduate Composition
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. Required for M.A. and Ph.D. in composition.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit.
Individual instruction in composition.
MUS 209IA.
Direct Digital Synthesis, Processing and Composition
(4)
KUCHERA-MORIN
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Graduate music majors and graduate non-majors in areas of electrical engineering, computer science, physics, and mathematics.
First quarter of general purpose computing for computer music applications. Topics include: introduction to the UNIX operating system and the vi editor, music synthesis using C-based computer programs and score input programs.
MUS 209IB.
Direct Digital Synthesis, Processing and Composition
(4)
KUCHERA-MORIN
Prerequisite: Music 109IA.
Second quarter of a three-quarter sequence will concentrate on computer music instrument design using C-based music software and exploring applications of frequency modulation, amplitude modulation, additive/subtractive synthesis, digital signal processing and computer music composition.
MUS 209L.
Introduction to Electroacoustic Music
(2)
OLIVEIRA, ROADS
Prerequisite: CONSENT OF INSTRUCTOR.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Designed for majors. Required for Composition majors. Music majors and non-majors may also enroll.
An introductory course on electroacoustic music. Historical perspective. Analysis of different types of electronic/acousmatic/mixed compositions. Introduction to different techniques of sound transformation.
MUS 209LA.
Real-Time Digital Music Synthesis, Processing and Composition
(2)
ROADS
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Graduate music majors and graduate non-majors in areas of electrical engineering, computer science, physics, and mathematics.
First quarter of a three-quarter sequence course will concentrate on multi-track recording, mixing, digital signal processing using micro-computers and special purpose dsp equipment.
MUS 209LB.
Real-Time Digital Music Synthesis, Processing and Composition
(2)
ROADS
Prerequisite: Music 209LA.
Second quarter of a three-quarter sequence course will concentrate on digital synthesis (primarily frequency modulation, simple and complex; but also amplitude modulation and additive synthesis) using micro-computers, digital synthesizers and processing equipment.
MUS 209LC.
Real-Time Digital Music Synthesis, Processing and Composition
(2)
ROADS
Prerequisite: Music 209LA and 209LB.
Third quarter of a three-quarter sequence course will concentrate on real-time computer music composition with micro-computer and digital synthesis/processing equipment.
MUS 209N.
Special Topics in Electronic Music
(3)
KUCHERA-MORIN, ROADS
Prerequisite: Music 209LA-B-C, or Music 209IA-B-C.
Advanced topics in computer music composition, synthesis, and digital signal processing.
MUS 209TA.
Introduction to Visual Music
(2)
OLIVEIRA
Prerequisite: Mus 211B or Mus 109IA or Mus 209IA or Mus 109LA or Mus 209LA or consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Designed for majors. Designed essentially for majors. Non-majors may also enroll with the consent of the instructor.
Introductory course on Visual Music. Historical perspective. Introduction to Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Cinema 4D and other visual music composition software. Several short exercises will be required during the quarter.
MUS 209TB.
Visual Music Composition
(4)
OLIVEIRA
Prerequisite: MUS 209TA or consent of the instructor
Enrollment Comments: Designed essentially for majors. Non-majors may also enroll with the consent of the instructor. May be repeated with permission of instructor but used only once for credit in major.
Visual Music composition. Mixing, synthesis, animation, sound-image integration. An original Visual Music composition is required after the end of the course.
MUS 210A.
Software Development as a Means to Composition
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter.
First quarter of a course devoted to composition by means of software. Existing software of this nature will be demonstrated, discussed and where possible, used by students to generate compositions.
MUS 210B.
Theory and Analysis of Electroacoustic Music
(4)
OLIVEIRA, ROADS, KUCHERA-MORIN
Prerequisite: Mus 209L or Mus 209IA or Mus 209LA or consent of the instructor
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Spring.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated 2 additional times after initial offering, but only 4.0 units may be applied toward the major.
Discussion of selected readings in the field. Analysis of compositions. A short analysis or aesthetics paper is required after the end of the course.
MUS 211A.
Contemporary Composition Techniques (Instrumental)
(4)
OLIVEIRA, GIBSON
Prerequisite: Passing grade on all theory placement examinations.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Fall. Designed/required for Composition majors.
Study of different compositional techniques based on the analysis of pieces from the repertoire. Rhythm manipulation, harmonic contents, formal aspects, integration between instruments and electronics, extended techniques, gesture control, etc. A short paper explaining the application of one or more of these techniques in an original composition is required after the end of the course.
MUS 211B.
Contemporary Composition Techniques (Electroacoustic)
(4)
OLIVEIRA
Prerequisite: Mus 209L or Mus 209IA or Mus 209LA or consent of the instructor
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter.
Repeat Comments: Designed/required for Composition majors. Music majors and non-majors may also enroll with the consent of the instructor. Usually taught in Winter quarter. May be repeated with permission of instructor but used only once for major credit.
Study of different compositional techniques based on sound objects transformations. Analysis of pieces from the repertoire. Synthesis, recording, mixing, sound object transformation techniques, spatialization. An original 5-8 min acousmatic/electronic music composition is required after the end of the course.
MUS 211C.
Contemporary Composition Techniques (Electroacoustic and Mixed Music)
(4)
OLIVEIRA
Prerequisite: Music 211A and Music 211B
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Spring. Designed for Composition majors. Usually taught in Spring quarter. May be repeated with permission of instructor but used only once for major credit.
Composition class in electroacoustic music (acousmatic/electronic/mixed). An original 5-8 min acousmatic/electronic/mixed music composition is required after the end of the course.
MUS 211D.
Special Topics in Composition
(3)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for Composition majors. Music majors and non-majors may also enroll with the consent of instructor.
Advanced topics in classical or contemporary composition techniques or aesthetics.
MUS 212A.
Advanced Counterpoint
(2)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Designed essentially for Composition and Theory students who did not pass the counterpoint diagnostic exam. Credits do not count towards the degree. Other Music major students can take it for credit.
Study of 16th or 18th century counterpoint. Compositional exercises required during the quarter.
MUS 212B.
Advanced Harmony
(2)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Designed essentially for Composition and Theory students who did not pass the harmony diagnostic exam. Credits do not count towards the degree. Other Music major students can take it for credit.
Study of chorale, elaborated chorale, lied and other harmonization techniques. Compositional exercises required during the quarter.
MUS 212C.
Canon and Fugue
(4)
Prerequisite: Passing grade on all theory placement guidance examinations.
A detailed study of Bach's canons and fugues, including invertible counterpoint, stretto, triple and quadruple counterpoint, as well as extensions by later and contemporary composers. Extensive compositional exercises required.
MUS 219.
Applied Instruction
(2)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Graduate standing. Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. Not for the performance emphasis in MM or DMA degree programs.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit.
Applied vocal or instrumental instruction for graduate students other than in the performance emphasis discipline of MM and DMA degree programs.
MUS 220.
MM/DMA Performance Instruction
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Entrance audition for MM or DMA degree program.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. Restricted to MM and DMA majors admitted to the performance emphasis in voice or the specific instrument of study in Music 220.
Applied instruction in the performance emphasis discipline (MM piano accompanying: instruction in piano) of MM and DMA degree programs.
MUS 222AAZZ.
Practicum in World Music Performance
(1-2)
MARCUS, RUDNICKI
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. Graduate standing.
Individual or group instruction in non-Western instruments: the Indian sitar, the Middle Eastern `ud (lute) and nay (end-blown flute), and Middle Eastern percussion.
MUS 222X.
Practicum in World Music Performance
(1-2)
MARCUS
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. Graduate standing.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit.
Individual or group instruction in non-Western instruments: the Indian sitar, the Middle Eastern `ud (lute) and nay (end-blown flute), and Middle Eastern percussion.
MUS 224.
Organology
(4)
HSU
A systematic study of musical instruments in world cuiltures involving classification, distribution, acoustical phenomena, and physical typo- groupings, and the role of musical instruments in the study of acculturation, historical diffusion, and aesthetics.
MUS 225.
Field and Laboratory Methods in Ethnomusicology
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
The development and execution of field research designs. Practical field experience using various techniques of data collection and management, including music recording, photography, filming, questionaires, and interviewing. The use and interpretation of standard and innovative laboratory methods for processing data, including computer analysis.
MUS 227.
Seminar in Ethnomusicology
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Graduate standing in ethnomusicology.
A graduate seminar examining special problems, current theories, analytic procedures, and recent innovations in ethnomusicology.
MUS 230.
Orchestral Conducting
(2)
RINTOUL
Enrollment Comments: Enrollment by audition. May be repeated for credit.
Advanced conducting techniques, score reading and analysis, general rehearsal procedures and repertoire for each type of ensemble: symphony, chamber orchestra and large vocal/instrumental ensembles.
MUS 231.
Choral Conducting
(2)
GERVAIS
Enrollment Comments: Enrollment by audition. May be repeated for credit.
Advanced conducting techniques, score reading and analysis, rehearsal techniques and repertoire for vocal and choral ensembles.
MUS 231T.
Choral Techniques
(2)
LAMARTINE
Prerequisite: Music 231 (may be taken concurrently) and consent of instructor.
Aspects of choral techniques, including: development of concert programs and rehearsal plans, rehearsal procedures, types of vocal ensembles and seating configurations, acoustical considerations, performance and recording procedures, long-term programming and artistic development, social and organization aspects of vocal ensemble.
MUS 233A.
Score Reading
(2)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Required for MM and DMA degrees in conducting. May be repeated for credit.
A practical survey of score-reading of selected orchestral scores of the eighteenth, nineteenth, and twentieth centuries including a detailed study of the necessary transcriptions and their relationship to the various clefs.
MUS 233B.
Score Reading
(2)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Required for MM and DMA degrees in conducting. May be repeated for credit.
A practical survey of score-reading of selected orchestral scores of the eighteenth, nineteenth, and twentieth centuries including a detailed study of the necessary transcriptions and their relationship to the various clefs.
MUS 233C.
Score Reading
(2)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Enrollment Comments: Required for MM and DMA degrees in conducting. May be repeated for credit.
A practical survey of score-reading of selected orchestral scores of the eighteenth, nineteenth, and twentieth centuries including a detailed study of the necessary transcriptions and their relationship to the various clefs.
MUS 235A.
Accompanying Techniques and Repertoire
(2)
KOENIG
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Emphasizes advanced accompaniment techniques, the intensive study of the French and German song cycle, secco recitative, and orchestral score-reading.
MUS 235B.
Accompanying Techniques and Repertoire
(2)
KOENIG
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Emphasizes advanced accompaniment techniques, the intensive study of the French and German song cycle, secco recitative, and orchestral score-reading.
MUS 235C.
Accompanying Techniques and Repertoire
(2)
KOENIG
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Emphasizes advanced accompaniment techniques, the intensive study of the French and German song cycle, secco recitative, and orchestral score-reading.
MUS 250A.
Seminar in Music Theory
(4)
VAN DEN TOORN, HALL
Analysis and theory of atonal music.
MUS 250B.
Seminar in Music Theory
(4)
VAN DEN TOORN, HALL
Analysis and theory of twelve-tone music.
MUS 251A.
Seminar in the History of Theory
(4)
ROTHFARB, VAN DEN TOORN
History of early music theory.
MUS 251B.
Seminar in the History of Theory
(4)
ROTHFARB, VAN DEN TOORN
History of music theory from Rameau to Schenker.
MUS 252A.
Seminar in Schenkerian Analysis
(4)
ROTHFARB
Prerequisite: Must be taken in consecutive order.
Readings in the theory of Schenkerian analysis. Basic analytical techniques.
MUS 252B.
Seminar in Schenkerian Analysis
(4)
ROTHFARB
Prerequisite: Must be taken in consecutive order.
Advanced readings in Schenkerian theory. Analysis of large forms.
MUS 253.
Viola Orchestral Repertoire
(2)
CALLUS
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for up to 36 units.
The study of the entire standard orchestral repertoire for viola and audition procedures.
MUS 254.
Acting for Singers
(3)
STAFF
Enrollment Comments: Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: Course can be repeated unlimited number of times. Only 6 units can be counted towards credit in the major.
Study of techniques and practice of acting on the stage for singers as preparation for performing operatic roles, in lecture and workshop settings.
MUS 256.
Vocal and Instrumental Coaching
(2)
BALLERINO, KOENIG
Prerequisite: Concurrent graduate vocal or instrumental study (Music 220, 219, 235) graduate standing; consent of instructor.
Musical preparation of vocal or instrumental works.
MUS 257.
Composition Forum
(1)
STAFF
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units toward major.
A forum for the presentation and discussion of new works by students, faculty, and guest composers.
MUS 258.
Opera/Song Repertoire
(2)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
A detailed study of operatic literature and concert literature (Lieder, melodies, songs, and pieces with instruments). The interpretation of vocal music as a preparation for performance.
MUS 259.
Keyboard Literature
(4)
BERKOWITZ
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
A study of the history and literature of keyboard music from the baroque through the twentieth century.
MUS 260A.
Music Cognition
(4)
BOURNE
Surveys research in music cognition and introduces empirical methods for studying music. Topics include music perception and cognition, memory and expectation, emotion and meaning, emergence and development of skills and performance, perspectives from social and cultural psychology, among others.
MUS 260D.
Tuning and Temperament
(4)
MARCUS
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
The course surveys a number of tuning systems around the world, including those of ancient Greece, Europe, India, China, the Arab Middle East, Turkey, and Indonesia. The mathematical, aesthetic, and symbolic basis of each system will be considered.
MUS 260E.
The Arab System of Melodic Modes (Maqamat)
(4)
MARCUS
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor; graduate standing.
Examination of the system of melodic modes (maqamat) governing present-day melodic practice in the eastern Arab world. Emphasis given to theoretical issues (quarter tones, tetrachordal structures, theories of intonation), analysis of pieces in the repertoire, and procedures governing improvisation.
MUS 260F.
Sound Color
(4)
HAJDA
Prerequisite: Graduate standing; consent of instructor.
"Sound color" refers to the quality or timbre of musical sound, whether instrumental, vocal, or synthetic. This course investigates timbre's special perceptual and cognitive qualities, as well as its unique expressive power in music.
MUS 260G.
Tonal Analysis Review
(4)
STAFF
An in-depth review of elements and procedures of 18th- and 19th-century harmony, aimed at analyzing conventional formal types (binary, ternary, rondo, sonata, sonata-rondo, concerto).
MUS 262G.
Other Issues in Ethnomusicology
(4)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Graduate standing only.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 16 units, provided topics are different.
A study of other cultural issues in ethnomusicology. Specific topics vary by quarter and will be announced in advanced by the department.
MUS 262H.
Music and Tourism
(4)
COOLEY
Students read folklore, anthropology, tourism studies, musicology, and ethnomusicology in an attempt to develop theories for interpreting the impact of tourism on music locally and globally.
MUS 262I.
Film Music Cognition
(4)
HAJDA
Enrollment Comments: Concurrently offered with Music 168I.
A consideration of film music as a medium of communication between the director, composer, music supervisor, editors, performers and the audience. Emphasis given to cognitive psychological theories of meaning in terms of structure and affect in audio/visual contexts. Students are required to propose and complete an experiment in film music cognition.
MUS 262M.
Music as Media
(4)
NOVAK
Enrollment Comments: Concurrently offered with MUS 168M.
Recorded media are central to the way we hear, create, exchange and experience music in contemporary social life. Topics include the early uses of the phonograph, recording studios, file-sharing, online musical exchange and roles of technological media in globalizing cultures.
MUS 262Q.
Performance Studies
(4)
HELLIER-TINOCO
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Spring.
An exploration of the contemporary field of performance studies, relevant for students in all areas of music study. Inherently interdisciplinary, subjects encompass production, reception, technologies, embodiment, politics, geographies, identities, and virtualities.
MUS 262X.
Umm Kulthum: Her Music. Her Life. Her Times.
(4)
MARCUS
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors.
Analysis of the music, life and times of the predominant Arab singer of the twentieth century. Individual projects may focus on music or text analysis, issues of gender, nationalism, agency, performance, practice and investigation of related arts (film, novels, etc.).
MUS 263.
Seminar in Musicology: The Renaissance
(4)
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit.
Graduate seminar in Renaissance music.
MUS 265A.
Seminar in Music of the Baroque Period
(4)
FREEMAN, PRIZER
Early baroque.
MUS 266.
Seminar in Musicology: The Classical Period
(4)
TCHAROS
Graduate seminar in music of the classical period.
MUS 267.
Seminar in Musicology
(4)
KATZ, TCHAROS, PAUL
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Graduate Seminar in Musicology. Topics will vary.
MUS 268.
Seminar in Musicology: The Romantic Period
(4)
Graduate seminar in music of the Romantic period.
MUS 269.
Seminar in Musicology: The Twentieth Century
(4)
Graduate seminar in music of the twentieth century.
MUS 273.
Studies in Music Theory
(4)
Selected topics in musical analysis.
MUS 274.
Musical Acoustics
(4)
HAJDA
Enrollment Comments: Final Project for Graduate Students in lieu of Final Exam.
Repeat Comments: No Repeats.
Consideration of the relationships between acoustics, perception and music. Emphasis on the physical and psychophysiological bases for tonality, dynamics, timbre and rhythm. Additional focus on the vibrational properties of musical instruments and features of digital recording and playback.
MUS 275.
Seminar in Music Criticism
(4)
STAFF
Using main themes in Eduard Hanslick?s watershed treatise On the Musically Beautiful (1854) as points of departure and historical cross references, this course explores issues in music aesthetics from ancient times up through the 20th century.
MUS 276A.
Studies in Ethnomusicology
(4)
COOLEY
An introduction to the field of ethnomusicology using theories and methods derived from the social sciences and humanities. Topic areas to include transcription and analysis, musicians, musical instruments, music acculturation, and the function of music in society.
MUS 276B.
Studies in Ethnomusicology
(4)
COOLEY
An introduction to the field of ethnomusicology using theories and methods derived from the social sciences and humanities. Topic areas to include transcription and analysis, musicians, musical instruments, music acculturation, and the function of music in society.
MUS 282.
Proseminar in Classical Music
(4)
TCHAROS, KATZ
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
Recommended Preparation: Passing Classical portion of guidance exam or Music 112D.
A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of classical music.
MUS 283.
Proseminar in Romantic Music
(4)
KATZ
Prerequisite: Graduate standing
Recommended Preparation: Passing Romantic portion of guidance exam or MUS 112E.
A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of romantic music.
MUS 284.
Proseminar in Contemporary Music
(4)
KATZ
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
Recommended Preparation: Passing of 20th C portion of guidance exam or MUS 112F.
A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of contemporary music.
MUS 288.
Ethnomusicology Forum
(1)
STAFF
Enrollment Comments: Not open for credit to students who have completed Music 222.
A forum for the presentation of research and performances by students, faculty, and visiting scholars and performers. Students must be currently involved in a research or performance project.
MUS 292.
Proseminar in Baroque Music
(4)
PRIZER, TCHAROS
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
Recommended Preparation: Passsing of Baroque section of guidance exam or Music 112C.
A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of baroque music.
MUS 293F.
Music Cultures of the World: Middle East
(4)
MARCUS
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
Enrollment Comments: Not open for credit to students who have completed Music 221.
Arab, Turkish, and Persian music traditions from historical, cultural, and musicological perspectives. Emphasis given to the position of music in Islam, present-day performers, and modal and rhythmic structures.
MUS 293G.
Music Cultures of the World: India
(4)
MARCUS
Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
Enrollment Comments: Not open for credit to students who have completed Music 216.
A survey of music traditions of the Indian subcontinent from classical to folk and popular. Emphasis given to the position of music in Hindu philosophy, the role of music in society, musical instruments, and modal and rythmic structures (raga and tala).
MUS 293I.
Music Cultures of the World: Indonesia
(4)
NOVAK
Enrollment Comments: Concurrently offered with MUS 175I.
Introduces Indonesian musical and cultural practices through folk, classical, popular musics; religious traditions, theater and dance. Topics include interconnection of sonic and social structures, historical conditions of colonial and postcolonial relationships with the West, and transitions to contemporary transnational circulations.
MUS 293J.
Music in Modern Japan
(4)
NOVAK
Prerequisite: Graduate students only.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Designed for majors. Concurrently offered with MUS 175J. Quarters usually offered: Fall.
This course explores music and culture in modern Japan. What kind of society do we hear in its diverse mix of sounds and musical practices? We explore this question through traditional genres, national politics, and transnational exchanges of popular media.
MUS 293K.
Music Cultures of the World: Other Regions
(4)
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 16 units provided region studiedis different.
A study of the music traditions and genres from other regions of the world.Specific regions studied vary from quarter to quarter and will be announcedin advance by the Department of Music.
MUS 293L.
Music Culture of the Polish Tatra Mountains
(4)
COOLEY
The Tatras are the home of a distinct folk culture, including music based on polyphonic singing and violin ensembles. Course investigates the present day music from this region and its history, and examines the influence of tourism and ethnography on the music culture.
MUS 293M.
American Folk Music
(4)
COOLEY
The study of English-language American folk music, using mixed-media tools for learning. The focus is on string band music often associated with Appalachia and usually called "oldtime," and the the distinct but related styles of bluegrass and country.
MUS 293X.
Musics in Mexico
(4)
HELLIER-TINOCO
Prerequisite: Graduate students only.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Designed for majors. Concurrently offered with 175X. Quarters usually offered: Spring.
An exploration of a range of musics of Mexico, contextualized in their historical, political, ideological, and social milieu. Encompassing discussion, readings, and performance. (No prior instrumental skills required.)
MUS 295A.
Master of Music Performances
(2)
Prerequisite: Recital audition required. Master of Music students only.
Preparation of: a. a full length recital (conducting: the equivalent of a full-length concert.)
MUS 295B.
Master of Music Performances
(2)
Prerequisite: Recital audition required. Master of Music students only.
Preparation of: b. a major performance: chamber music recital or concerto or major opera/oratorio role or another full-length recital (conducting: the equivalent of a chamber ensemble or small ensemble or large ensemble ormixed concert).
MUS 296AAZZ.
Performance Literature
(4)
A study of problems in the analysis and performance of major works in selected repertoire. a: piano b: strings c:voice d: orchestral e: choral f: woodwinds g: brass
MUS 296A.
Performance Literature
MUS 296B.
Performance Literature
MUS 296C.
Performance Literature
MUS 296D.
Performance Literature
MUS 296E.
Performance Literature
MUS 296F.
Performance Literature
MUS 296G.
Performance Literature
MUS 297A.
Doctor of Musical Arts Performances
(2)
Prerequisite: Recital audition required.
Enrollment Comments: DMA (including MM Plan 2) students only.
Preparation of chamber music recital or concerto or major opera/oratorio role or a full length recital (conducting: the equivalent of a chamber ensemble or small ensemble or large ensemble or mixed concert).
MUS 297B.
Doctor of Musical Arts Performances
(2)
Prerequisite: Recital audition required.
Enrollment Comments: DMA (including MM Plan 2) students only.
Preparation of a full-length recital (conducting: the equivalent of a full-length concert).
MUS 299A.
Doctor of Musical Arts Seminar: Historical/Theoretical Aspects of Music
(4)
Prerequisite: Music 200A.
A study of selected repertories, not confined to a single genre or period, from the technical perspective of music thoery and history.
MUS 299B.
Doctor of Musical Arts Seminar: Historical/Theoretical Aspects of Music
(4)
Prerequisite: Music 200A.
A study of selected repertories, not confined to a single genre or period, from the technical perspective of music thoery and history.
MUS 501.
Directed Teaching in Music
(2-4)
STAFF
Covers development of teaching techniques especially oriented to lower-division instruction. Theoretical aspects covered at beginning of each quarter. Practical techniques discussed including weekly meeting with class instructor. Required course for all teaching assistants.
MUS 502.
Teaching Practicum
(2-4)
Enrollment Comments: Appointment as teaching assistant or associate. No unit credit allowed toward advanced degree.
Teaching assistant: leads discussion of topics covered in the lecture. Associate: assumes full responsibility for the teaching of one or more courses.
MUS 593.
Dissertation Writing Seminar
(2)
TCHAROS
Recommended Preparation: Advancement to CandidacyEnrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: No Restrictions on number of times students may take the course. Only two courses (4 Units) can be counted towards the degree as elective units.
Designed to serve all A.B.D. graduate students in the academic areas who are at various stages of writing their dissertation thesis. Seminar will be organized as a workshop in which all students will present portions of their writing for discussion. As tailored to each students project, we will discuss a number of dissertation writing challenges and learn how to self-edit and critically evaluate effective thesis writing.
MUS 594AAZZ.
Special Topics
(2-4)
Special seminar in selected problems of current musicology, ethnomusicology, composition, theory, or performance.
MUS 594A.
Special Topics
MUS 594AA.
Special Topics
MUS 594B.
Special Topics
MUS 594C.
Special Topics
MUS 594CF.
Special Topics
MUS 594QE.
Special Topics
MUS 594S.
Special Topics
MUS 594ST.
Special Topics
MUS 594Z.
Special Topics
MUS 595.
Group Studies
(2-4)
Critical review of research in selected problems of musicology, ethnomusicology, composition, theory, or performance.
MUS 596.
Directed Reading and Research
(2-4)
Individual tutorial for research in musicology, ethnomusicology, composition, theory, or performance; instructor will usually be student's major professor.
MUS 597.
Individual Study for Master's Comprehensive and Doctoral Qualifying Exam- inations for Advancement to Candidacy
(1-12)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and graduate advisor.
Enrollment Comments: No unit credit allowed toward advanced degrees.
Individual study for master's comprehensive and doctoral qualifying examinations for advancement to candidacy.
MUS 598.
Preparation for Master's Degree
(1-12)
Enrollment Comments: No unit credit allowed toward advanced degrees.
Instructor will be chair of student's committee in musicology, ethnomusicology, composition, theory, or performance.
MUS 599A.
Ph.D. Dissertation Research and Preparation
(1-12)
Enrollment Comments: No unit credit allowed toward advanced degrees.
Instructor will ordinarily be chair of student's doctoral committee.
MUS 599B.
Preparation for Doctor of Musical Arts Post-Candidacy Recitals
(1-12)
Enrollment Comments: No unit credit allowed toward advanced degrees.
Preparation of two full-length recitals (conducting: the equivalent of two full-length concerts) required after advancement to candidacy for the dma degree. Instructor should be student's performance instructor: ordinarily chair of DMA committee.
MUS 599C.
Preparation of DMA Document
(1-12)
STAFF
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. No unit credit allowed toward advanced degrees.
Preparation of the DMA document required after advancement to candidacy for the DMA degree. Instructor should be a member of student's doctoral committee.
Lower DivisionÂ
MUS A 34. Wind Ensemble
(1)
BAMBACH
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to six units. Advanced players only.
Masterworks of the literature for ensembles smaller than orchestral or fullband scoring. Although the basic ensembles feature winds, both strings and percussion are utilized.
MUS A 36. UCSB Chamber Choir
(1)
GERVAIS
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. May be repeated for credit
Repeat Comments: May be repeated a total of 9 quarters in combination with A36A/A36B/A36C. Six quarters for credit in the major.
A select ensemble of voice majors and non-majors, the Chamber Choir prepares musicians for professional ensemble work and offers advanced study in choral literature, techniques, styles and interpretation covering five centuries of choral repertoire.
MUS A 37. UCSB Lumina
(1)
STAFF
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated a for total of 9 units and maximum of six units in the major.
This chorus studies and performs the main repertory for treble voices, from Renaissance to 21st Century. Occasionally undertakes collaboration with other UCSB choirs and community entities. No audition required.
MUS A 37M. UCSB Singing Gauchos
(1)
LAMARTINE
Prerequisite: No audition required.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated a total of 9 times. Six quarters for credit in the major.
The UCSB Singing Gauchos is a tenor and bass choir performing fine choral literature representative of various style periods and vocal techniques from the global choral tradition. Regular performances on and off campus.
MUS A 38. Opera Workshop
(1)
BRECHER
Prerequisite: By audition only.
Enrollment Comments: Letter grade required for majors. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
Participation in opera scenes.
MUS A 38P. Opera Production
(1)
Prerequisite: By audition only.
Participation in annual opera production.
MUS A 40. Ensemble for Contemporary Music
(1)
HALADYNA
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to 6 units.
Reading sessions and preparation for performance of contemporary music. There will be two concerts each quarter. Includes departmental scholarship players, and is open to composers who also perform.
MUS A 41. Piano Ensemble
(1)
ASCHE, BERKOWITZ, KOENIG
Prerequisite: By audition.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
Piano duets (1 piano, 4 hands) and duos (2 pianos) in separate sections.
MUS A 42. Orchestra
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
UCSB Chamber Orchestra performs pieces from the traditional chamber orchestra repertoire, as well as more contemporary pieces for chamber orchestra.
MUS A 43. Flute Choir
(1)
FELBER
Prerequisite: Audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to six units.
The flute choir studies flute literature in depth, perfects technique and interpretation, employs the complete flute family of bass, alto flutes and piccolos. Prepares ensemble for public performances each quarter.
MUS A 44. Chamber Music Ensemble
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to nine units.
Chamber music ensemble.
MUS A 45. Brass Quintet
(1)
GROSS
Prerequisite: By audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of six units.
Participation in scholarship brass quintet.
MUS A 45BR. Brass Orchestral Repertoire
(1)
GROSS
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
Intensive exploration of staple brass orchestral repertoire, emphasizing the works of important 19th and 20th century composers. Classes include rehearsal sessions, guided listening and analysis, mock auditions, resume and taped audition preparation.
MUS A 45H. Horn Ensemble
(1)
GROSS
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
Horn ensemble.
MUS A 45TB. Trombone Ensemble
(1)
BOOTH
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
Trombone ensemble.
MUS A 46. Clarinet Choir
(1)
BAMBACH
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to 6 units.
Clarinet choir.
MUS A 47S. Jazz Ensemble
(1)
NATHAN
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to 6 units.
Instruction in interpretation and performance of jazz music. Improvization is stressed. Audition is required.
MUS A 48S. Collegium Musicum: Musica Antiqua
(1)
GROSS
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. Letter grade only for majors.
Performance workshop in medieval and renaissance music. Specialized in instrumental and solo vocal music.
MUS A 49. Percussion Ensemble
(1)
NATHAN
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Rehearsal and performance of standard percussion ensemble literature. Instruction of appropriate playing techniques for standard and exotic percussion instruments.
MUS A 52. Violin Ensemble
(1)
YARON
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
A course designed for violin students which explores repertoire for multiple violins.
MUS A 53. Viola Choir
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: By audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
The Viola Choir studies literature written or arranged for viola ensemble, perfecting elements of technique, intonation and interpretation. Works prepared by the Viola Choir will be performed in public and in studio recitals.
MUS A 54. Cello Choir
(1)
KLOETZEL
Prerequisite: Audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to six units.
The cello choir studies cello literature in depth, including duos, trios, quartets and larger cello ensemble works. Cellists work together on blend of sound, perfecting technique and intonation, as well as balance.The choir prepares works for public performances.
MUS A 70AAZZ. Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Group performance of music from selected world cultures: A. American folk music I. Indian music J. Gamelan M. Middle Eastern music P. West African drumming V. Gospel choir.
MUS A 70A. Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble: American Folk Music
MUS A 70B. Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble
MUS A 70I. Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble: Music of India: Sitar
MUS A 70J. Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble: Beginning Gamelan
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Group performance of music from selected world cultures.
MUS A 70M. Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble: Middle East Music
MUS A 70N. Middle East Chorus
MUS A 70S. Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble: Afro-Brazilian Ensemble
(1)
WRIGHT
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Group performance of music from selected world cultures: A. American folk music I. Indian music J. Beginning Gamalan K. Advanced Gamelan M. Middle Eastern music P. West African drumming V. Gospel choir.
MUS A 70V. Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble: Gospel Choir
MUS A 70Z. Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble
Upper DivisionÂ
MUS A 132.
Young Soloists Ensemble
(1)
GERVAIS
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition; Requires concurrent enrollment in A136, A137, or A137M.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit a total of 6 times in combination with A132A/A132B/A132C. Six quarters for credit in the major.
A small, select vocal ensemble specialized in one- or two-on-a-part singing. Requires concurrent enrollment in Mus A136, A137 or A137M.
MUS A 134.
Wind Ensemble
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition. For upper-division students.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to nine units. Advanced players only.
Masterworks of the literature for ensembles smaller than orchestral or full band scoring. Although the basic ensembles feature winds, both strings and percussion are utilized.
MUS A 136.
UCSB Chamber Choir
(1)
GERVAIS
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. May be repeated for credit.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated a total of 9 quarters in combination with A136A/A136B/A136C. Six quarters for credit in the major.
A select ensemble of voice majors and non-majors, the Chamber Choir prepares musicians for professional ensemble work and offers advanced study in choral literature, techniques, styles and interpretation covering five centuries of choral repertoire.
MUS A 137.
UCSB Lumina
(1)
LAMARTINE
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: ?May be repeated for a total of 9 units and maximum of six units in the major.
This chorus studies and performs the main repertory for treble voices, from Renaissance to 21st Century. Occasionally undertakes collaboration with other UCSB choirs and community entities. No audition required.
MUS A 137M.
UCSB Singing Gauchos
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: No audition required
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. May be repeated for credit.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated a total of 9 times.
The UCSB Singing Gauchos is a tenor and bass choir performing fine choral literature representative of various style periods and vocal techniques from the global choral tradition. Regular performances on and off campus.
MUS A 138.
Opera Workshop
(1)
BRECHER
Prerequisite: By audition only.
Enrollment Comments: Letter grade required for majors. May repeated for credit to a maximum of 9units.
Participation in opera scenes.
MUS A 138P.
Opera Production
(1)
Prerequisite: By audition only.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.
Participation in annual opera production.
MUS A 139.
Opera Outreach
(2)
BAYRAKDARIAN, BRECHER
Prerequisite: Music 25
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Spring. Designed for voice majors.
The Opera Outreach Program is the touring performance of a staged opera scene by advanced voice students from UCSB's Department of Music, presented to various high schools and community choirs in the Santa Barbara Area and beyond. Students (and their understudies) will learn and rehearse an operatic scene in the first 5-7 weeks of the Spring Quarter. Once they are memorized, staged, and choreographed, the outreach performances (in full costume/make- up) begin in the last weeks of the quarter.
MUS A 140.
Ensemble for Contemporary Music
(1)
HALADYNA
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition. For upper-division students.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to 9 units.
Reading sessions and preparation for performance of contemporary music. There will be one or two concerts each quarter. Includes departmental scholarship players, and is open to composers who also perform.
MUS A 141.
Piano Ensemble
(1)
ASCHE, BERKOWITZ, KOENIG
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition. Upper-division students only.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units but only 6 units may be applied toward the major.
Piano duets (1 piano, 4 hands) and duos (2 pianos) in separate sections.
MUS A 142.
Orchestra
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition. For upper-division students.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units.
UCSB Chamber Orchestra performs pieces from the traditional chamber orchestra repertoire, as well as more contemporary pieces for chamber orchestra.
MUS A 143.
Flute Choir
(1)
FELBER
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to nine units.
The flute choir studies flute literature in depth, perfects technique and interpretation, employs the complete flute family of bass, alto flutes and piccolos. Prepares ensemble for public performances each quarter.
MUS A 144.
Chamber Music Ensemble
(2)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition. For upper-division students.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to 18 units.
Chamber music ensemble.
MUS A 145.
Brass Quintet
(1)
GROSS
Prerequisite: By audition. Upper-division standing.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units.
Participation in scholarship brass quintet.
MUS A 145BR.
Brass Orchestral Repertoire
(1)
GROSS
Prerequisite: By audition; upper-division standing.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units.
Intensive exploration of staple brass orchestral repertoire, emphasizing the works of important 19th and 20th century composers. Classes include rehearsal sessions, guided listening and analysis, mock auditions, resume and taped audition preparation.
MUS A 145H.
Horn Ensemble
(1)
GROSS
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition. Upper-division only.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units.
Horn ensemble.
MUS A 145TB.
Trombone Ensemble
(1)
BOOTH
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition. Upper-division only.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units.
Trombone ensemble.
MUS A 146.
Clarinet Choir
(1)
BAMBACH
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition. For upper-division students only.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to nine units.
Clarinet choir.
MUS A 147S.
Jazz Ensemble
(1)
NATHAN
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition required.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to nine units.
Instruction in interpretation and performance of jazz music. Improvisation is stressed.
MUS A 148S.
Collegium Musicum: Musica Antiqua
(1)
GROSS
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition. For upper-division students.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. Letter grade only for majors.
Performance workshop in medieval and renaissance music. Specializes in instrumental and solo vocal music.
MUS A 149.
Percussion Ensemble
(1)
NATHAN
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition. For upper-division students.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit up to nine units.
Rehearsal and performance of standard percussion ensemble literature. Instruction of appropriate playing techniques for standard and exotic percussion instruments.
MUS A 152.
Violin Ensemble
(1)
YARON
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition. Upper-division students only.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units.
A course designed for violin students which explores repertoire for multiple violins.
MUS A 153.
Viola Choir
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition. Upper-division standing.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to 9 units.
The Viola Choir studies literature written or arranged for viola ensemble, perfecting elements of technique, intonation and interpretation. Works prepared by the Viola Choir will be performed in public and in studio recitals.
MUS A 154.
Cello Choir
(1)
KLOETZEL
Prerequisite: Audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to nine units.
The cello choir studies cello literature in depth, including duos, trios, quartets and larger cello ensemble works. Cellists work together on blend of sound, perfecting technique and intonation, as well as balance.The choir will prepare works for public performances.
MUS A 170AAZZ.
Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition with the exception of Music A170J. For upper- division students.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units.
Group performance of music from selected world cultures: A. American folk music I. Indian music J. Gamelan M. Middle Eastern music P. West African drumming V. Gospel choir.
MUS A 170A.
Ethnomusicology Ensemble: American Folk Music
MUS A 170B.
Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble
MUS A 170I.
Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble: Music of India: Sitar
MUS A 170J.
Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble
(1)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition with the exception of Music A170J. For upper-
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit up to nine units.
Group performance of music from selected world cultures, Gamalan.
MUS A 170L.
Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble
MUS A 170M.
Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble
MUS A 170N.
Middle East Chorus
MUS A 170S.
Afro-Brazilian Ensemble
MUS A 170V.
Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble
MUS A 170Z.
Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble
GraduateÂ
MUS A 232.
Young Soloists Ensemble
(2)
GERVAIS
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition. Requires concurrent enrollment in MUS A 236, MUS A 237 or MUS A 237M.
A small, select vocal ensemble specialized in one- or two-on-a-part singing. Requires concurrent enrollment in MUS A 236, MUS A 237 or MUS A 237M.
MUS A 234.
Wind Ensemble
(1-2)
BAMBACH
Prerequisite: Entrance by audition.
Masterworks of the literature for ensembles smaller than orchestral or fullband scoring. Although the basic ensembles feature winds, both strings and percussion are utilized. Advanced players only.
MUS A 236.
UCSB Chamber Choir
(2)
GERVAIS
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Repeat Comments: No Restrictions
A select ensemble of voice majors and non-majors, the Chamber Choir prepares musicians for professional ensemble work and offers advanced study in choral literature, techniques, styles and interpretation covering five centuries of choral repertoire.
MUS A 237.
UCSB Lumina
(2)
LAMARTINE
This chorus studies and performs the main repertory for treble voices, from Renaissance to 21st Century. Occasionally undertakes collaboration with other UCSB choirs and community entities. No audition required.
MUS A 237M.
UCSB Singing Gauchos
(2)
LAMARTINE
Recommended Preparation: No audition required.
The UCSB Singing Gauchos is a tenor and bass choir performing fine choral literature representative of various style periods and vocal techniques from the global choral tradition. Regular performances on and off campus.
MUS A 238.
Opera Workshop
(2)
BRECHER
Prerequisite: Audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units. Letter grade required for majors, optional grading for non-majors.
Participation in opera scenes.
MUS A 238P.
Opera Production
(2)
Prerequisite: Audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units. Letter grade only for majors, optional grading for non-majors.
Participation in annual opera production.
MUS A 239.
Opera Outreach
(2)
BAYRAKDARIAN, BRECHER
The Opera Outreach Program is the touring performance of a staged opera scene by advanced voice students from UCSB's Department of Music, presented to various high schools and community choirs in the Santa Barbara Area and beyond. Students (and their understudies) will learn and rehearse an operatic scene in the first 5-7 weeks of the Spring Quarter. Once they are memorized, staged, and choreographed, the outreach performances (in full costume/make-up) begin in the last weeks of the quarter.
MUS A 240.
Ensemble for Contemporary Music
(2)
GIBSON
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition; graduate students only.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to 12 units in major.
Reading sessions and preparation for performanc of contemporary music. There are one or two concerts each quarter. Includes departmental scholarship players, and is open to composers who also perform.
MUS A 241.
Piano Ensemble
(2)
ASCHE, BERKOWITZ
Enrollment Comments: Enrollment by audition or consent of instructor. Primarily for MM and DMA students in piano. May be repeated for credit.
Piano duets (1 piano, 4 hands) and duos (2 pianos) in separate sections.
MUS A 242.
Orchestra
(1-2)
ROUNTREE
Prerequisite: Admission by audition.
Orchestra.
MUS A 243.
Flute Choir
(2)
FELBER
Prerequisite: Admission by audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to 12 units.
Flute Choir.
MUS A 244.
Chamber Music Ensemble
(2)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Admission by audition.
Chamber Music Ensemble.
MUS A 245.
Brass Quintet
(2)
GROSS
Prerequisite: By audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to 12 units.
Participation in scholarship brass quintet.
MUS A 245BR.
Brass Orchestral Repertoire
(2)
GROSS
Prerequisite: Graduate standing; by audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit.
Intensive exploration of staple brass orchestra repertoire, emphasizing the works of important 19th and 20th century composers. Classes include rehearsal sessions, guided listening and analysis, mock auditions, resume and taped audition preparation.
MUS A 245H.
Horn Ensemble.
(2)
GROSS
Prerequisite: By audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit.
Horn Ensemble.
MUS A 246.
Clarinet Choir.
(2)
BAMBACH
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit up to 12 units in major.
Clarinet Choir.
MUS A 247S.
Jazz Ensemble.
(2)
NATHAN
Prerequisite: Admission by audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units.
Jazz Ensemble.
MUS A 248S.
Collegium Musicum: Musica Antiqua
(2)
GROSS
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. May be repeated for credit.
Performance workshop in medieval and renaissance music. Specializes in instrumental and solo vocal music.
MUS A 249.
Percussion Ensemble.
(2)
NATHAN
Prerequisite: Admission by audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units.
Percussion Ensemble.
MUS A 252.
Violin Ensemble
(2)
YARON
Enrollment Comments: Designed for majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall. Enrollment by audition or consent of instructor. Primarily for MM and DMA students in violin. May be repeated for credit.
A course designed for violin students which explores repertoire for multiple violins.
MUS A 253.
Viola Choir
(2)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
The Viola Choir studies literature written or arranged for viola ensemble, perfecting elements of technique, intonation and interpretation. Works prepared by the Viola Choir will be performed in public and in studio recitals.
MUS A 254.
Cello Choir
(2)
KLOETZEL
Prerequisite: Admission by audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit to 12 units.
The cello choir studies cello literature in depth, including duos, trios, quartets and larger cello ensemble works. Cellists work together on blend of sound, perfecting technique and intonation, as well as balance.The choir prepares works for public performances.
MUS A 270AAZZ.
Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble
(2)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: May be repeated for credit.
Group performance of music from selected world cultures: A. American Folk Music; I. Indian music; J. Beginning Gamelan; M. Middle East Ensemble; P. West African Drumming; V. Gospel Choir.
MUS A 270A.
Ethno Ensemble - American Folk Music
MUS A 270B.
Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble
MUS A 270I.
Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble: Music of India: Sitar
MUS A 270J.
Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble
(2)
STAFF
Prerequisite: Enrollment by audition.
Enrollment Comments: Open to non-majors. Quarters usually offered: Winter, Spring, Fall.
Repeat Comments: May be repeated for credit.
Group performance of music from selected world cultures: Gamelan.
MUS A 270L.
Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble
MUS A 270M.
Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble
MUS A 270N.
Middle East Chorus
MUS A 270S.
Afro-Brazilian Ensemble
MUS A 270V.
Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble
MUS A 270Z.
Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble