Course Equivalents Table
For the purposes of credit restrictions and equivalent credit, the following course equivalents apply:
| Old Programme | New Programme |
| 150A/B | 140A/B + 2 cr.hrs. of 1611 |
| 250A/B | 240A/B + 2 cr. hrs. from 2611-2614 |
| 350A/B | 340A/B + 2 cr. hrs. from 2611-2616 |
| 355A/B | 345A/B + 2 cr. hrs. from 2611-2616 |
| 450A/B | 440A/B + 2 cr. hrs. from 2611-2616 |
| 455A/B | 445A/B + 2 cr. hrs. from 2611-2616 |
| 251A/B | 2311 + 2312 + 2313 + 2314 |
| 351A/B | 3311 + 3312 + 3313 +3314 + 3241 + 3242 + 2 courses from 3231-3233 |
| 451A/B | 3221 + 3222 + 3281 + 3282 + 3315 + 3316 |
| 1113 | 1107 + 1117 + one of 1127, 1137 |
| 1114 | 1108 + 1118 + one of 1128, 1138 |
| 2113 | 2107 + 2117 + one of 2127, 2128 |
| 2114 | 2108 + 2118 + one of 2128, 2138 |
| 3103 | 4102 |
| 3113 | 3108 |
| 3114 | 3107 + 3117 |
| 3595 | 3513 |
| 3602 | 3060 |
| 3702 | 3070 |
| 4501 | 4311 |
| 4502 | 3513 |
Please note that courses included in the core programme are generally offered every year. Most
other courses are offered less frequently. APPLIED MUSIC COURSES
NOTE: With the exception of Music 2611-2616, courses in applied music are available only to candidates for the degree of Bachelor of Music.
140A/B. Principal Applied Study I (4 cr. hrs.). One hour per week of individual instruction
(vocal or instrumental). Required attendance at School of Music recitals.
Corequisite: Music 1611.
141A/B. Second Principal Applied Study (4 cr. hrs.). One hour per week of individual
instruction (vocal or instrumental). Credit is not applicable to the Bachelor of Music degree
(Course fee: $590 for each component).
Prerequisites: Permission of the Director. Students wanting to take this course must audition in
two applied study areas, and must be very highly rated in both. They must also have an
outstanding academic record. If a keyboard instrument is not one of the applied study areas, the
student must have successfully completed the piano proficiency test .
1611. Festival Choir (1 cr. hr.per semester. Maximum: 2 cr. hrs.). Three hours rehearsal per week.
Corequisite: Music 140A/B.
240A/B. Principal Applied Study II (4 cr. hrs.). A continuation of Music 140A/B. One hour
per week of individual instruction (vocal or instrumental). Required attendance at School of
Music recitals.
Prerequisite: Music 140A/B.
Corequisite: One of: Music 2611, 2612, 2613, 2614, 2615, 2616.
NOTE: Music education majors must include in their programme at least 4 cr. hrs. chosen from
Music 2611, 2612, 2613, and 2614.
241A/B. Second Principal Applied Study (4 cr. hrs.). Continuation of Music 141A/B. One
hour per week of individual instruction (vocal or instrumental). Credit may be applied only to the
Bachelor of Music in Performance (Course fee: $590 for each component).
Prerequisites: Permission of the Director, a grade of at least 80% in both Music 140A/B and
Music 141A/B, as well as an A average in music courses in the previous academic year.
NOTE: Music 2611-2616 are available for credit to any student who successfully auditions for participation in the ensemble. To audition, please contact the instructor or the School of Music office before the beginning of the semester. Please note:
i) These courses are not applicable as electives under the Bachelor of Arts programme.
ii) Students in the Faculty of Education should consult the Office of Student Services in the Faculty of Education regarding applicability of these courses to their degree.
2611. Festival Choir (1 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 8 cr. hrs.). Three hours rehearsal per week.
2612. Chamber Choir (1 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 8 cr. hrs.). Three hours rehearsal per week.
2613. Chamber Orchestra (1 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 8 cr. hrs.). Three hours rehearsal per week.
2614. Concert Band (1 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 8 cr. hrs.). Three hours rehearsal per week.
2615. Jazz Ensemble (1 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 8 cr. hrs.). Three hours rehearsal per week.
2616. Opera Workshop (1 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 8 cr. hrs.). Three hours rehearsal per week.
2700. Lyric Diction I (1 cr. hr.). A study of English, German, French and Italian lyric diction. The International Phonetic Alphabet will be introduced and applied to singing in these four languages. Open only to students whose principal applied study is voice.
2701. Lyric Diction II (1 cr. hr.). Continuation of Music 2700. Open only to students whose
principal applied study is voice.
Prerequisite: Music 2700.
340A/B. Principal Applied Study III (4 cr. hrs.). A continuation of Music 240A/B, for students
whose Major is other than Performance. One hour per week of individual instruction. Required
attendance at School of Music recitals.
Prerequisites: Music 240A/B and successful completion of at least eighteen additional cr. hrs. in
music applicable to the Bachelor of Music degree.
Corequisite: One of: Music 2611, 2612, 2613, 2614, 2615, 2616.
NOTE: Music education majors must include in their programme at least 4 cr. hrs. chosen from
Music 2611, 2612, 2613, 2614.
NOTE: Students may not receive credit for both Music 340A/B and 345A/B.
345A/B. Principal Applied Study III - Performance (6 cr. hrs.). A continuation of Music
240A/B. A more intensive approach to performance than in Music 340A/B. Open to
Performance Majors only. One hour per week of individual instruction. Required attendance at
School of Music recitals. Students are required to present a public recital consisting of 25 to 35
minutes of music to be given before the last day of classes in the second semester of the course.
Prerequisites: Music 240A/B and successful completion of at least eighteen additional cr. hrs. in
music applicable to the Bachelor of Music degree.
Corequisite: One of: Music 2611, 2612, 2613, 2614, 2615, 2616.
NOTE: Students may not receive credit for both Music 340A/B and 345A/B.
346A/B. Second Principal Applied Study (6 cr. hrs.). Continuation of Music 241A/B. One
hour of individual instruction. Students are required to present a public recital consisting of 25 to
35 minutes of music to be given before the last day of classes in the second semester of the
course. Credit may be applied only to the Bachelor of Music in Performance (Course fee: $590
for each component).
Prerequisites: Permission of the Director, admission to the Performance Major, a grade of at least
80% in both Music 240A/B and Music 241A/B, as well as an A average in music courses in the
previous academic year.
3510. Introduction to Chamber Music (3 cr. hrs.). A study of selected chamber music
repertoire from the Renaissance to the present day. Ensembles will be organized to give performances.
Prerequisite: Music 240B or permission of instructor.
3511. Chamber Music (1 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 6 cr. hrs.). The ensemble must
prepare a recital of 10-15 minutes of music to be performed before the last day of classes in the
semester. Each ensemble receives six hours of coaching in preparation for the performance.
Repertoire to be performed must be approved prior to registration.
Prerequisite: Permission of the Director.
3512. Chamber Music (2 cr. hrs. per semester. Maximum: 8 cr. hrs.). The ensemble must
prepare a recital of 18-22 minutes of music to be performed before the last day of classes in the
semester. Each ensemble receives nine hours of coaching in preparation for the performance.
Repertoire to be performed must be approved prior to registration.
Prerequisite: A minimum final grade of 75% in the student's most recently completed principal
applied study course and permission of the Director.
3513. Chamber Music (3 cr. hrs. per semester. Maximum: 12 cr. hrs.). The ensemble must
prepare a recital of 25-30 minutes of music to be performed before the last day of classes in the
semester. Each ensemble receives twelve hours of coaching in preparation for the performance.
Repertoire to be performed must be approved prior to registration.
Prerequisite: A minimum final grade of 80% in the student's most recently completed principal
applied study course and permission of the Director.
3514. Small Ensemble (1 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 6 cr. hrs.). Conducted ensemble.
Two hours per week of rehearsal.
Prerequisite: Permission of the Director.
3515. Accompaniment (1 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 4 cr. hrs.). Students will meet for
one hour per week in a masterclass. Coaching will be given to prepare for performance of a 15- to
20-minute programme with a singer or instrumentalist. Repertoire must be approved prior to
registration. Normally offered in the winter semester only.
This course is open to students whose principal applied study is a keyboard instrument; others by
permission of the Director.
3516. Accompaniment (2 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 8 cr. hrs.). Students will meet for one hour per week in a masterclass. Coaching will be given to prepare for performance of a half-hour programme with a singer or instrumentalist. Repertoire must be approved prior to registration. Normally offered in the winter semester only. Open to students whose principal applied study is a keyboard instrument; others by permission of the Director.
3703. Career Skills (1 cr. hr.). Introduction to a variety of careers in music. Topics selected
from: the preparation of resumés and job applications, grant applications, promotional materials,
demo tapes, and auditions, as well as tax and business issues in the arts.
Prerequisite: Music 240B.
3722. Brass Seminar (1 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 2 cr. hrs.). Topics selected from: issues of brass performance practice, history of brass instruments, brass literature and pedagogy, performance anxiety, comparative performances of brass repertoire, and other issues of special relevance to brass players. Open to students whose principal applied study is a brass instrument. Others by permission of the Director.
3732. Woodwind Seminar (1 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 2 cr. hrs.). Topics selected from: issues of woodwind performance practice, history of woodwind instruments, woodwind literature and pedagogy, performance anxiety, comparative performances of woodwind repertoire, and other issues of special relevance to woodwind players. Open to students whose principal applied study is a woodwind instrument. Others by permission of the Director.
3742. String Seminar (1 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 2 cr. hrs.). Topics selected from: issues of string performance practice, history of string instruments, string literature and pedagogy, performance anxiety, comparative performances of string repertoire, and other issues of special relevance to string players. Open to students whose principal applied study is a string instrument. Others by permission of the Director.
3761. Voice Pedagogy (1 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 4 cr. hrs.). Topics selected from:
vocal technique, vocal health, repertoire, methods for various voice types and levels of ability,
performance practice, history of vocal pedagogy, the teaching of diction, style and interpretation,
managing a teaching studio, communication in studio teaching, dealing with performance anxiety,
and other topics of importance to studio voice instruction.
Prerequisite: Music 240B in voice or permission of Director.
3771. Piano Pedagogy (1 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 4 cr. hrs.). Topics selected from:
piano technique, repertoire, methods for piano students at various levels of ability, the teaching of
style and interpretation, performance practice, history of piano pedagogy, managing a teaching
studio, communication in studio teaching, dealing with performance anxiety, and other topics of
importance to studio piano instruction.
Prerequisite: Music 240B in piano or permission of Director.
440A/B. Principal Applied Study IV (4 cr. hrs.). A continuation of Music 340A/B, for students
whose major is other than Performance. One hour per week of individual instruction. Required
attendance at School of Music recitals.
Prerequisite: Music 340A/B and successful completion of at least thirty-six additional cr. hrs. in
music applicable to the Bachelor of Music degree.
Corequisite: One of: Music 2611, 2612, 2613, 2614, 2615, 2616.
NOTE: Music education majors must include in their programme at least 4 cr. hrs. chosen from
Music 2611, 2612, 2613, 2614.
NOTE: Students may not receive credit for both Music 440A/B and 445A/B.
445A/B. Principal Applied Study IV - Performance (6 cr. hrs.). A continuation of Music
345A/B. Open to Performance Majors only. One hour per week of individual instruction.
Required attendance at School of Music recitals. Students are required to present a public recital
consisting of 50 to 60 minutes of music with a programme notes. This recital will normally take
place in the second semester, before the last day of classes. A minimum grade of 75% is required
to pass Music 445B.Prerequisite: A minimum grade of 75% in Music 345A/B and successful
completion of at least thirty-six additional cr. hrs. in music applicable to the Bachelor of Music
degree.
Corequisite: One of: Music 2611, 2612, 2613, 2614, 2615, 2616.
NOTE: Students may not receive credit for both Music 440A/B and 445A/B.
446A/B. Second Principal Applied Study (6 cr. hrs.). Continuation of Music 346A/B. One
hour per week of individual instruction. Students are required to present a public recital
consisting of 50 to 60 minutes of music with programme notes. This recital will normally take
place in the second semester, before the last day of classes. Credit may be applied only to the
Bachelor of Music in Performance (Course fee: $590 for each component).
Prerequisites: Permission of the Director, admission to the Performance Major, a grade of at least
80% in both Music 340A/B and Music 346A/B, as well as an A average in music courses in the
previous academic year.
4503. Special Topics in Applied Music (1 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 3 cr. hrs.). Topics to be studied will be announced by the School of Music.
4504. Special Topics in Applied Music (2 cr. hrs. per semester. Maximum: 4 cr. hrs.).Topics to be studied will be announced by the School of Music.
4505. Special Topics in Applied Music (3 cr. hrs. per semester. Maximum: 6 cr.
hrs.).Topics to be studied will be announced by the School of Music.
ENSEMBLE TECHNIQUES COURSES
NOTE: All courses in ensemble techniques are available only to candidates for the degree of Bachelor of Music except where specified.
2311. Voice/Choral Materials (3 cr. hrs.). This course contains three components:
i) Practical study, in a class situation, of vocal production.
ii) Practical study of choral conducting and rehearsal techniques.
iii) A survey, through musical scores and recorded examples, of the standard choral literature.
This course is open to Bachelor of Music degree students and students in the Music
Concentration Programme for the Bachelor of Education degree.
Corequisite: Music 2313.
2312. Voice/Choral Materials (3 cr. hrs.). Continuation of Music 2311.
Prerequisite: Music 2311.
Corequisite: Music 2314.
2313. Choral Conducting Lab (0 cr. hrs.). 1½ hours per week. Practical application of choral
conducting techniques studied in Music 2311.
Corequisite: Music 2311.
2314. Choral Conducting Lab (1 cr. hr.). 1½ hours per week. Continuation of Music 2314.
Prerequisite: Music 2313.
Corequisite: Music 2312.
3221. Brass Techniques I (1 cr. hr.). One hour per week. Practical study, in a class situation, of the basic techniques of playing brass instruments.
3222. Brass Techniques II (1 cr. hr.). One hour per week. A continuation of Music 3221.
Students whose principal applied study is a brass instrument must have the permission of the
instructor to take this course.
Prerequisite: Music 3221.
3231. Flute Techniques (1 cr. hr.). One hour per week. Practical study, in a class situation, of the basic techniques of playing the flute. This course may not be taken for credit by students whose principal applied study is flute.
3232. Single Reed Techniques (1 cr. hr.). One hour per week. Practical study, in a class situation, of the basic techniques of playing the clarinet and/or saxophone. Students whose principal applied study is clarinet or saxophone must have the permission of the instructor to take this course.
3233. Double Reed Techniques (1 cr. hr.). One hour per week. Practical study, in a class situation, of the basic techniques of playing the oboe and/or bassoon. Students whose principal applied study is oboe or bassoon must have the permission of the instructor to take this course.
3241. Upper String Techniques (1 cr. hr.). One hour per week. Practical study, in a class situation, of the basic techniques of playing the violin and viola. This course may not be taken for credit by students whose principal applied study is violin or viola.
3242. Lower String Techniques (1 cr. hr.). One hour per week. Practical study, in a class situation, of the basic techniques of playing the cello and string bass. Students whose principal applied study is cello or string bass must have the permission of the instructor to take this course.
3261. Guitar techniques (1 cr. hr.). One hour per week. Practical study, in a class situation, of the basic techniques of playing the guitar. This course may not be taken for credit by students whose principal applied study is guitar.
3271. Organ techniques (1 cr. hr.). One hour per week. Practical study, in a class situation, of the basic techniques of playing the organ. Open only to students whose principal applied study is piano. Others by permission of the instructor.
3281. Percussion Techniques I (1 cr. hr.). One hour per week. Practical study, in a class situation, of the basic techniques of playing percussion instruments. This course may not be taken for credit by students whose principal applied study is percussion.
3282. Percussion Techniques II (1 cr. hr.). One hour per week. Continuation of Music 3281.
This course may not be taken for credit by students whose principal applied study is percussion.
Prerequisite: Music 3281.
3311. Instrumental Conducting I (1 cr. hr.). One hour per week. Practical study of conducting
and rehearsal techniques for band and orchestra.
Prerequisite: Music 2312 and Music 2314.
Corequisite: Music 3313.
3312. Instrumental Conducting II (1 cr. hr.). One hour per week. A continuation of Music
3311.
Prerequisite: Music 3311.
Corequisite: Music 3314.
3313. Instrumental Lab (0 cr. hrs.). 1½ hours per week. Practical application of rehearsal and
instrumental techniques in a band/orchestra setting.
Corequisite: Music 3311.
3314. Instrumental Lab (1 cr. hr.). 1½ hours per week. Continuation of Music 3313.
Prerequisite: Music 3313.
Corequisite: Music 3312.
3315. Instrumental Lab (0 cr. hrs.). 1½ hours per week. Practical application of rehearsal and
instrumental techniques in a band/orchestra setting.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: One of Music 3221, 3222, 3231, 3232, 3233, 3241, 3242, 3281, 3282.
3316. Instrumental Lab (1 cr. hr.). 1½ hours per week. Continuation of Music 3315.
Prerequisite: Music 3315.
4311. Advanced Choral Conducting (2 cr. hrs.). Individual instruction in choral conducting,
including apprenticeship with School of Music choral ensembles. Admission by audition only.
Prerequisite: Music 2312 and permission of the Director.
4312. Advanced Instrumental Conducting (2 cr. hrs.). Individual instruction in instrumental
conducting, including apprenticeship with School of Music instrumental ensembles. Admission by
audition only.
Prerequisite: Music 3312 and permission of the Director.
4313. Instrumental Conducting III (1 cr. hr.). Study of advanced applications of baton
technique, gesture, other forms of nonverbal communication, and verbal communication as they
relate to the interpretation of instrumental scores and the conducting of instrumental ensembles.
Score preparation and rehearsal planning are included in this study. Students are assigned
off-campus conducting experiences with instrumental ensembles. Admission by audition only.
Prerequisite: Music 3312.
MUSIC THEORY COURSES
1107. Materials and Techniques of Music I (3 cr. hrs.). A study of the basic materials of the
common-practice period, including a review of rudiments with emphasis on building an
understanding of the underlying concepts involved; introduction to melody writing; introduction
to voice leading with emphasis on chorale style; analysis and composition of smaller formal
elements. Three hours per week.
Prerequisite: Music 1121 with a mark of 75% or better, or successful completion of the Theory
Placement Test.
NOTE: Credit may not be obtained for more than one of Music 110A, Music 1107 and Music
1113.
1108. Materials and Techniques of Music II (3 cr. hrs.). A continuation of Music 1107.
Harmonic vocabulary is expanded to include all diatonic triads and seventh chords, with an
introduction to chromatic harmony; beginning study of writing for keyboard and band/orchestra
instruments; analysis and composition of small binary and ternary forms, introduction to jazz
harmony. Three hours per week.
Prerequisite: Music 1107.
NOTE: Credit may not be obtained for more than one of Music 110B, Music 1108 and Music
1114.
1117. Aural Skills I (1 cr. hr.). Sightsinging and dictation. Two hours per week.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: Music 1107.
1118. Aural Skills II (1 cr. hr.). Continuation of Music 1117. Two hours per week.
Prerequisites: Music 1107, Music 1117.
1120. Rudiments I (3 cr. hrs.). An introductory course in music rudiments and theory.
Development of aural skills is emphasized. Three hours per week.
NOTE: Credit for this course may not be applied to the Bachelor of Music Degree.
1121. Rudiments II (3 cr. hrs.). A continuation of 1120. Three hours per week.
Prerequisite: Music 1120.
NOTE: Credit for this course may not be applied to the Bachelor of Music Degree.
1127. Keyboard Harmony I (0 cr. hr.). Introduction to practical keyboard harmony skills. One
hour per week. Students whose principal applied study is a keyboard instrument may not receive
credit for this course.
Prerequisite: successful completion of the Piano Proficiency Test.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: Music 1107.
1128. Keyboard Harmony II (1 cr. hr.). Continuation of Music 1127. One hour per week.
Students whose principal applied study is a keyboard instrument may not receive credit for this course.
Prerequisites: Music 1107, 1127.
1137. Advanced Keyboard Harmony I (0 cr. hr.). Keyboard harmony skills for keyboard
players. One hour per week. For students whose principal applied study is a keyboard
instrument. Others by permission of the Director.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: Music 1107.
1138. Advanced Keyboard Harmony II (1 cr. hr.). Continuation of Music 1137. One hour per
week. For students whose principal applied study is a keyboard instrument. Others by permission
of the Director.
Prerequisites: Music 1107, Music 1137.
2107. Materials and Techniques of Music III (3 cr. hrs.). A study of chromatic harmony with
emphasis on both writing and analysis. Continuing studies in techniques of orchestration; study of
larger binary and compound ternary forms. Three hours per week.
Prerequisite: Music 1108.
NOTE: Credit may not be obtained for more than one of Music 210A, Music 2107 and Music
2113.
2108. Materials and Techniques of Music IV (3 cr. hrs.). A continuing study of chromatic
harmony with an emphasis on enharmonic modulation and other advanced chromatic techniques.
Introduction to Impressionism; introduction to selected 20th-century compositional techniques;
use of form in late 19th- and 20th-century composition.
Written work will include both analysis and composition exercises in the styles studied. Three
hours per week.
Prerequisite: Music 2107.
NOTE: Credit may not be obtained for more than one of Music 210B, Music 2108 and Music
2114.
2117. Aural Skills III (1 cr. hr.). Continuation of Music 1118. Two hours per week.
Prerequisites: Music 1108, Music 1118.
2118. Aural Skills IV (1 cr. hr.). Continuation of Music 2117. Two hours per week.
Prerequisites: Music 2107, Music 2117.
2127. Keyboard Harmony III (0 cr. hr.). Continuation of Music 1128. One hour per week.
Students whose principal applied study is a keyboard instrument may not receive credit for this course.
Prerequisites: Music 1108, Music 1128.
2128. Keyboard Harmony IV (1 cr. hr.). Continuation of Music 2127. One hour per week.
Students whose principal applied study is a keyboard instrument may not receive credit for this course.
Prerequisites: Music 2107, Music 2127.
2137. Advanced Keyboard Harmony III (0 cr. hr.). Continuation of Music 1138. One hour
per week. For students whose principal applied study is a keyboard instrument. Others by
permission of the Director.
Prerequisites: Music 1108, Music 1138.
2138. Advanced Keyboard Harmony IV (1 cr. hr.). Continuation of Music 2137. One hour
per week. For students whose principal applied study is a keyboard instrument. Others by
permission of the Director.
Prerequisites: Music 2107, Music 2137.
3100. Composition I (3 cr. hrs.). Introduction to basic compositional techniques and their
application through the writing of original music for choral and/or instrumental resources. No
previous training in composition is required.
Prerequisite: Music 1108.
3102. Orchestration (3 cr. hrs.). Principles of orchestration and transcription for instrumental ensembles.
Prerequisite: Music 2108 or permission of the instructor.
3104. Electronic Music Studio Techniques I (3 cr. hrs.). A course designed to give basic
instruction in the theory, technique, and philosophy of electronic music composition. Students
obtain the skills necessary to operate the equipment of an electronic music studio (including
mixers, synthesizers, and samplers) and to use them in appropriate and creative ways. Objectives
of the course are achieved through lecture, lab experiences, listening and practical application.
Prerequisite: Music 1108.
3105. Twentieth Century Harmony (3 cr. hrs.). A study of compositional devices used in the
twentieth century. Topics include minimalism, new tonality, aleatorism, atonality, set theory, serial
techniques, and electronic music.
Prerequisite: Music 2108.
3106. Sixteenth-Century Counterpoint (3 cr. hrs.). A course combining the analytical study of
16th-century sacred polyphony with an emphasis on the development of compositional skills in
this style. Students will be required to write two- and three-part counterpoint exercises and a
motet. The principal composers studied will be Palestrina, Lassus and Victoria. Some listening
and singing assignments are required.
Prerequisite: Music 1108.
3107. Materials and Techniques of Music V (3 cr. hrs.). A study of major post-Baroque forms
and genres, including sonata, rondo, sonata-rondo, variation, symphony, and concerto, as well as
selected twentieth-century styles and techniques. Three hours per week.
Prerequisites: Music 2108, 1118, AND 1128 or 1138.
NOTE: Credit may not be obtained for more than one of Music 310B, Music 3107 and Music
3114.
3108. Eighteenth-Century Counterpoint (3 cr. hrs.). A study of form and polyphony in
eighteenth-century music, including the fugue and the Baroque suite. Assignments include
analysis, composition, and written exercises in counterpoint.
Prerequisite: Music 2107.
NOTE: Credit may not be obtained for more than one of Music 310A, Music 3113, Music 3108.
3109. Jazz Theory and Arranging (3 cr. hrs.). Introduction to jazz theory and the principles of
arranging for jazz ensembles.
Prerequisite: Music 2108.
3117. Aural Skills V (1 cr. hr.). Continuation of Music 2118. Two hours per week.
Prerequisites: Music 2108, Music 2118.
4100. Advanced Composition (3 cr. hrs. per semester. Maximum: 6 cr. hrs.). Continuation
of Music 3100.
Prerequisite: Music 3100.
4102. Arranging (3 cr. hrs.). Arranging for instrumental and vocal ensembles including band,
orchestra and choir. The emphasis is on creative arranging as opposed to transcription.
Prerequisite: Music 3102 or permission of the instructor.
4103. Theory/Composition Seminar (2 cr. hrs.). Advanced projects in composition and theory. Open to Theory/Composition majors only. Others by permission of the Director.
4104. Electronic Music Studio Techniques II (3 cr. hrs.). Continuation of Music 3104, with
added emphasis on techniques of synthesis, sampling, and algorithmic composition.
Prerequisite: Music 3104.
4105. Special Topics in Music Theory (1 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 3 cr. hrs.). Topics to be studied will be announced by the School of Music.
4106. Special Topics in Music Theory (2 cr. hrs. per semester. Maximum: 4 cr. hrs.).Topics to be studied will be announced by the School of Music.
4107. Special Topics in Music Theory (3 cr. hrs. per semester. Maximum: 6 cr. hrs.).Topics
to be studied will be announced by the School of Music.
MUSIC HISTORY COURSES
1002. Music History I (3 cr. hrs.). An intensive survey, through selected compositions, of the
development of musical styles in Europe from ancient times to the end of the Medieval period.
The course will introduce the student to the terms, names and dates of music history, to theories
of history, to stylistic analysis of specific works through musical scores and recordings, and to
methods for expressing historical concepts. This course has strong listening and writing
components. Four hours per week.
Prerequisites: Music 1121 OR successful completion of theory placement test OR admission to
the B. Music degree programme.
1003. Music History II (3 cr. hrs.). A continuation of Music 1002. An intensive survey, through
selected compositions, of the development of musical styles in Europe in the Renaissance and
Baroque periods. This course has strong listening and writing components. Four hours per week.
Prerequisite: Music 1002.
2002. Music History III (3 cr. hrs.). A continuation of Music 1003. An intensive survey,
through selected compositions, of the development of musical styles in Europe in the Classical
and Romantic Periods. This course has strong listening and writing components. Four hours per week.
Prerequisite: Music 1003.
2003. Music History IV (3 cr. hrs.). A continuation of Music 2002. An intensive survey,
through selected compositions, of the development of musical styles in the Western world from
post- Romanticism and Impressionism to the present, including reference to the history of music
in Canada. This course has strong listening and writing components. Four hours per week.
Prerequisite: Music 2002.
2011. North American Popular Music (3 cr. hrs.). A survey of the major genres of popular
music from the beginning of the century to the present. The course has three organizing themes:
1) the influence of Euro-American musics, African-American musics, and Latin American musics
on popular music, 2) the relationship between popular music, capitalism, and technology, and 3)
popular music as a medium for the portrayal of identity. This course has a strong listening
component. The ability to read music is not required.
No prerequisite.
NOTE: Credit for this course may not be applied to the Bachelor of Music Degree.
2012. Music Appreciation (3 cr. hrs.). This course is designed to enhance and develop listening
skills and an understanding of the basic elements of music. Form and musical style in Western
classical music will be explored within a cultural and historical context. Through guided listening,
the student will be exposed to a variety of musical styles and traditions. This course has a strong
listening component. The ability to read music is not required.
No prerequisite.
NOTES: 1) Credit for this course may not be applied to the Bachelor of Music Degree.
2) Students who have completed any of Music 1000, 1001, 1002, 1003, 1010, 1020 or 1021 will
not receive credit for this course.
3004. The Development of Symphonic Music (3 cr. hrs.). (Formerly 3020). A study of the
development of symphonic literature from the late Baroque era to the present day. Selected
compositions, representing different periods and styles, will be examined in detail. This course
has a strong listening component.
Prerequisite: Music 2002.
3005. The Development of Opera (3 cr. hrs.). A study of the development of opera from the
beginnings to the present day. Selected operas, representing different periods and styles, will be
examined in detail. This course has a strong listening component.
Prerequisite: Music 2002.
3006. The History of the Concerto (3 cr. hrs.). A study of the development of the concerto
from the late Baroque until the present day. Selected compositions, representing different styles
and periods, will be examined in detail. This course has a strong listening component.
Prerequisite: Music 2002.
3007. A History of Popular Music in Drama (3 cr. hrs.). A survey of popular music styles in
drama from the rise of the Singspiel to the musicals of Andrew Lloyd Weber. Selected works,
representing different styles and periods, will be examined in detail. This course has a strong
listening component.
Prerequisite: Music 2107 or permission of the instructor.
3014. World Music: Musics of Asia and Oceania (3 cr. hrs.). An examination of musical
theory, genres, instruments, aesthetics, and functions of music in Asia and Oceania, including the
classical music of the Indian subcontinent, ritual musics of East Asia, gong-chime ensembles of
Southeast Asia, and traditional musics of Polynesia and Australia. This course has a strong
listening component.
Prerequisite: A minimum of 75% in Music 1121 or equivalent AND completion of at least 24
credit hours of university course work.
3015. World Music: Music of Africa and the Americas (3 cr. hrs.). An examination of musical
theory, genres, instruments, aesthetics, and functions of music in Africa and the Americas,
including traditional African musics, neo-African musics of the Americas, Native American
musics, and traditional South American musics. This course has a strong listening component.
Prerequisite: A minimum of 75% in Music 1121 or equivalent AND completion of at least 24
credit hours of university course work.
3016. Canadian Musical Traditions (3 cr. hrs.). A survey of musical streams in Canadian music
history from colonial times to the present, including indigenous and transplanted musical
traditions, and Canadian art music. This course has a strong listening component.
Prerequisite: A minimum of 75% in Music 1121 or equivalent AND completion of at least 24
credit hours of university course work.
3060. Voice Literature and Performance Practice (3 cr. hrs). A survey of selected solo vocal
repertoire from the Renaissance to the present day. Stylistic development and performance
practices will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: Music 140B in voice or permission of the instructor.
3070. Piano Literature and Performance Practice (3 cr. hrs.). A survey of piano repertoire
from the Baroque era to the present day. Stylistic development and performance practices will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: Music 140B in piano or permission of the instructor.
4001. The First Viennese School (3 cr. hrs.). A study of the music composed in the
Austro-Hungarian Empire from 1770 to 1800. The works of Haydn, Mozart and the young
Beethoven will be investigated with particular emphasis on musical style, performance practices
and cultural context. Listening will focus on complete works or extended excerpts.
Prerequisite: Music 2002.
4002. Studies in Baroque Music (3 cr. hrs.). An examination of aspects of musical style and
performance practices in the baroque period through the study of selected topics and specific
musical examples. The course includes reading assignments, listening, score reading, and taking
part in class demonstrations.
Prerequisite: Music 1003.
4003. Special Topics in Music History (1 cr. hr. per semester. Maximum: 3 cr. hrs.). Topics to be studied will be announced by the School of Music.
4004. Special Topics in Music History (2 cr. hrs. per semester. Maximum: 4 cr. hrs.).Topics to be studied will be announced by the School of Music.
4005. Special Topics in Music History (3 cr. hrs. per semester. Maximum: 6 cr. hrs.).Topics to be studied will be announced by the School of Music.
4094. Introduction to Music Research (3 cr. hrs.). A study of bibliography and various aspects
of research methods appropriate to the study of music. Students will participate in group and
individual projects, and give a seminar presentation in class.
Prerequisite: Music 2003.
4095. Graduating Essay (3 cr. hrs.). This directed study will result in the production of an
original paper dealing with a topic of historical musical significance. This course is restricted to
History and Literature of Music majors.
Prerequisite: Music 4094.
4440. Music and Culture (3 cr. hrs.). (Cross-listed with Folklore 4440 and Anthropology
4440.) Traditional music as an aspect of human behaviour in Western and non-European
cultures. Examination of the functions and uses of music; folk- popular-art music distinctions;
and the relation of style to content. Outside reading, class exercises and individual reports will be
required.
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