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• MUS 158: Woodwind Ensemble

  1.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Group is comprised of woodwind instrumentalists who perform in concert on campus and throughout the mid-Atlantic region.
  ShareMUS 158 - Woodwind Ensemble

• MUS 190: General Education Special Topics

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Opportunity to offer courses in areas of departmental general education interest not covered by the regular general education courses.
  ShareMUS 190 - General Education Special Topics

• MUS 212: Music Theory I

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  A first course for the student who wishes to increase knowledge of the elements of music: melody, harmony, rhythm, texture, and form. Designed to give students basic skills in the use of these elements through written and aural exercises, sight-singing, keyboard musicianship, analysis of short works, and simple composition. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
  ShareMUS 212 - Music Theory I

• MUS 216: Music and Film

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course explores the structure, history, and aesthetics of music in film. In the first weeks, we will discuss the different concepts and approaches used to analyze film music. Then, the course will concentrate on the various historical, artistic and production perspectives. We will watch clips from silent films to the most current and discuss how music functions within films throughout history. Student projects emphasize analysis and the relationship between music and film.
  ShareMUS 216 - Music and Film

• MUS 227: Opera and Music Theatre

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Explores major points in the development of music drama from grand opera to musical comedy. When scheduling permits, class will attend a live production of an opera or musical comedy, either on campus or in a nearby city.
  ShareMUS 227 - Opera and Music Theatre

• MUS 260: Voice Class, Level I

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Studies the human voice in artistic singing, with practical application of the basic principles needed to prepare and perform: an understanding of the anatomy of the voice, proper breath support, tone quality, diction, and interpretation of solo vocal music of varied styles. Students identify and begin to develop a repertoire suitable for their voice types while they apply this knowledge of the fundamental principles through singing experiences in class. Music of the art song, folk and musical theater repertories emphasized, along with general care of the voice in all styles of singing. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
  ShareMUS 260 - Voice Class, Level I

• MUS 261: World Music

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Develops an understanding of music in the culture of selected countries. A wide range of videos and recordings assist in the analysis of musical styles, forms, and practices.
  ShareMUS 261 - World Music

• MUS 270: Brass Instrument Class

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Opportunity for guided practice and study of the performance characteristics of the five brass instruments. Emphasizes perfecting performance skills while gaining some repertoire as appropriate to serve university and community music organizations. Examines various instruction books, teaching methods, and diagnostic techniques. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
  ShareMUS 270 - Brass Instrument Class

• MUS 272: Strings Class

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  An opportunity for guided practice and study of the performance characteristics of the four string instruments. Each student will study only one instrument during the semester and will observe students who play the others. Emphasizes perfecting performance skills while gaining some repertoire as appropriate to serve university and community music organizations. Students will examine various instruction books, teaching methods, and diagnostic techniques.
  ShareMUS 272 - Strings Class

• MUS 312: Music Theory II

  3.00 Credits

  Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

  
  Builds upon the knowledge and skills developed in Music Theory I. Includes work in advanced harmony, form and analysis and beginning counterpoint through aural and written exercises, composition, and analysis of larger works. Prerequisite:    MUS 212 FOR LEVEL U WITH MIN. GRADE OF D
  ShareMUS 312 - Music Theory II