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The mission of the Music Program at Southern Oregon University is to prepare artistically talented students to express the highest level of musical artistry and creativity for careers in the performing arts. It will engage all students for lifelong enjoyment of and participation in music. In addition, it will present the best in musical performance and be a dynamic partner in the cultural tapestry of the community locally and throughout the world.

Music offers music majors and minors an integrated curriculum designed to teach the varied skills necessary for a professional career in music and to develop the student’s understanding and appreciation for the art of music. Coursework combines class and individual instruction by nationally and internationally renowned artists with innovative, computer-aided instruction. Curricular offerings are designed to enable highly motivated students with diverse musical backgrounds to become skilled musicians capable of making artistic musical contributions to society as performers, educators, composers, scholars, music-business professionals, and active supporters and appreciators of music.

SOU has been designated by the Oregon University System as a Center of Excellence in the Fine and Performing Arts. The Music Program is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music. The faculty is dedicated to promoting a positive, student-centered environment in which students-by performance, creative activity, research, scholarship, and teaching opportunities-develop the skills, independence of thought, and discipline to fulfill their musical aspirations.

Musical Organizations

The following organizations are open to all students: Concert Choir and Wind Ensemble. All other organizations are open to all qualified students by instructor consent: Chamber Choir, Jefferson State Choral Coalition, Opera Workshop, the SOU Jazz Collective, Rogue Valley Symphony Orchestra, Raider Band (Pep Band), Youth Symphony of Southern Oregon, Saxophone Quartet, Clarinet Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Percussion Quartet, Woodwind Quintet, Gamelan Ensemble, Horn Quartet, Saxophone Orchestra, Brass Quintet, Guitar Ensemble, Jazz Combos, and Chamber Ensembles. In addition to serving as an integral part of the musical training of majors, these organizations enable nonmajors to participate in musical performances.

Scholarships

Performance scholarships are available to outstanding students who are planning to major in music. These scholarships are awarded on the basis of a performance audition held in February/March for the following academic year. Scholarship applications are available at Music or online at www.sou.edu/music.

Teacher Licensing

Students who would like to teach music in the Oregon public schools must complete a bachelor’s degree in music before applying for admission to the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program at SOU. Interested students should consult the Music Program for an appropriate advisor and the School of Education regarding admission requirements for the MAT program.

Students must prepare in advance to increase their chances of acceptance into this competitive program. Practica, internships, and volunteer experiences working with students in the public schools prior to application to the MAT program are required.

Music Minor and Nonmajor Course Offerings

Music minor course offerings include a selection of courses taken from the Music Core Curriculum. Nonmajors may participate in a number of courses, including all ensembles (some by audition), all history classes, and class lessons in guitar, piano, and voice. Private lessons in piano, organ, voice, strings, and most wind, brass, and percussion instruments are available to qualified students as space allows. 

Program Requirements

Programs

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science

• •  Music Instruction Concentration, BA or BS
• •  Music Performance Concentration, BA or BS
• •  Music, BA or BS

Master of Music

• •  Master of Music: Performance

Minor

• •  Music Minor

Courses

Applied Music

• MUP 170 - Applied Music

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  2 credits each
  For non-music majors, music premajors, or majors taking a secondary instrument. Provides individual lessons in voice, piano, organ, classical guitar, percussion, wind, and string instruments. Repeatable.
• MUP 190 - Applied Music

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  2 or 4 credits each
  For music majors only. Provides individual lessons in voice, piano, organ, classical guitar, percussion, wind, and string instruments. May be repeated for credit.
• MUP 199 - Special Studies

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  1 to 18 credits
  Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
• MUP 270 - Applied Music

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  2 credits each
  For non-music majors, music premajors, or majors taking a secondary instrument. Provides individual lessons in voice, piano, organ, classical guitar, percussion, wind, and string instruments. Repeatable.
• MUP 290 - Applied Music

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  2 or 4 credits each
  For music majors only. Provides individual lessons in voice, piano, organ, classical guitar, percussion, wind, and string instruments. May be repeated for credit.
• MUP 370 - Applied Music

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  2 credits each
  For non-music majors, music premajors, or majors taking a secondary instrument. Provides individual lessons in voice, piano, organ, classical guitar, percussion, wind, and string instruments. Repeatable.
• MUP 390 - Applied Music

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  2 or 4 credits each
  For music majors only. Provides individual lessons in voice, piano, organ, classical guitar, percussion, wind, and string instruments. May be repeated for credit.
• MUP 399 - Special Studies

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  1 to 18 credits
  Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
• MUP 470 - Applied Music

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  2 credits each
  For non-music majors, music premajors, or majors taking a secondary instrument. Provides individual lessons in voice, piano, organ, classical guitar, percussion, wind, and string instruments. Repeatable.
• MUP 490 - Applied Music

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  2 or 4 credits each
  For music majors only. Provides individual lessons in voice, piano, organ, classical guitar, percussion, wind, and string instruments. May be repeated for credit.
• MUP 590 - Applied Music

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  2 to 4 credits
  Offers individual instruction in voice, organ, piano, classical guitar, band conducting, and orchestral instruments. Repeatable for a maximum of 24 credits. Graded (A-F) only.  Must be eligible to take Graduate level coursework.

Music

• MUS 100 - Music Fundamentals

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  3 credits
  Offers music theory for the non-music major or pre-music major. Students learn to read music notation, study musical scales and rhythms, practice ear training, and develop simple songwriting skills. Prepares students for MUS 121 . Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 121 - Music Theory I

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  3 credits
  Offers intensive study of music theory for the music major or minor. Reviews notation, scales, keys, meter, intervals, triads, figured bass, cadences, and nonharmonic tones. Includes practical experience with keyboard harmony. All prospective MUS 121 students must take a placement examination covering music rudiments. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Prerequisite(s): Ability to read music, and pass entrance exam or MUS 100 Corequisite(s): MUS 124  
• MUS 122 - Music Theory I

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  3 credits
  Offers intensive study of music theory for the music major or minor. Covers melodic organization, texture, voice leading in two and four voices, and harmonic progressions. Includes practical experience with keyboard harmony. Prerequisite(s): MUS 121  and MUS 124  Corequisite(s): MUS 125 
• MUS 123 - Music Theory I

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  3 credits
  Offers intensive study of music theory for the music major or minor. Covers seventh chords, modulation, secondary dominants, binary, and ternary form. Includes practical experience with keyboard harmony. Prerequisite(s): MUS 122  and MUS 125  Corequisite(s): MUS 126 
• MUS 124 - Aural Skills I

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  1 credit
  Develops basic sight-singing and ear-training skills utilizing diatonic melodies and harmonies with simple and compound rhythms. Corequisite(s): MUS 121 
• MUS 125 - Aural Skills I

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  1 credit
  Develops basic sight-singing and ear-training skills utilizing diatonic melodies and harmonies with simple and compound rhythms. Prerequisite(s): MUS 124 . Corequisite(s): MUS 122 
• MUS 126 - Aural Skills I

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  1 credit
  Develops basic sight-singing and ear-training skills utilizing diatonic melodies and harmonies with simple and compound rhythms. Prerequisite(s): MUS 125 . Corequisite(s): MUS 123 
• MUS 165 - Convocations/Concerts

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  0 credits
  Music majors attend weekly meetings and a required number of concerts each term as determined by the music faculty. Ten terms of this course are required by all music majors prior to graduation. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 181 - Class Lessons in Voice

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  2 credits
  Covers the fundamentals of correct voice production. Includes breathing, breath control, registration, elementary study of vowels and consonants, phrasing, style, interpretation of elementary songs, poise, posture, and stage presence. Repeatable. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 184 - Chamber Ensemble

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  1 credit
  Students work in small ensembles with intensive performing preparation. Includes, but is not limited to: brass quintet, clarinet ensemble, Gamelan ensemble, guitar ensemble, percussion ensemble, saxophone quartet, string quartet, vocal ensemble, and woodwind quintet. Available for most instruments and voice. Auditioned. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 185 - Jazz Ensemble

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  1 credit
  Develops individual performance abilities in a large jazz ensemble framework. Literature covers a wide range of jazz styles, emphasizing jazz ensemble playing and improvisation. Auditioned. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 189 - Jefferson State Choral Coalition

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  1 credit
  Develops individual vocal performance abilities through a University or community large-group setting. Repertoire to include the best of American popular music with an emphasis in jazz. Auditioned. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 191 - Raider Athletic Band

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  1 credit
  Provides a laboratory experience. Integrates school spirit activity with musical performance. The Raider Band serves as the musical entertainment for all Southern Oregon University home football and basketball games. There are no prerequisites; all students with the appropriate instrumental experience and school spirit are encouraged to participate. Repeatable. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 192 - Class Lessons in Piano

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  2 credits
  Offers elementary keyboard lessons in a class setting. Repeatable.
• MUS 195 - Wind Ensemble

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  1 credit
  Develops individual performance abilities in a large-group framework. Literature covers a wide range of symphonic music appropriate for band. Auditioned. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.

   

• MUS 196 - Rogue Valley Symphony Orchestra

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  1 credit
  Develops individual performance abilities in a large-group framework. Literature covers a wide range of symphonic music appropriate for orchestra. Qualified students must be admitted by audition to the Rogue Valley Symphony Orchestra. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.

   

• MUS 197 - Concert Choir

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  1 credit
  Develops individual performance abilities in a large-group framework. Literature covers a wide range of music such as oratorio, double chorus, and a cappella compositions. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.

   

• MUS 198 - Youth Symphony of Southern Oregon

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  1 credit
  Develops individual performance abilities in a large-group framework. Literature covers a wide range of orchestral literature appropriate for the ability level of the ensemble. Auditioned. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.

   

• MUS 199 - Special Studies

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  1 to 18 credits
  Credits to be arranged. Repeatable.
• MUS 201 - Music of Western Culture

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  4 credits
  Surveys historical periods and musical styles from European cultural roots. Includes the historical development of Western music from its roots in Greek culture to the present day. Emphasizes style periods from the Middle Ages to the present. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand E–Humanities). Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 202 - Music of the World

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  4 credits
  Surveys nonwestern musical cultures. Focuses on musical events in cultural regions throughout the world, including north and south India, the Middle East, China, Japan, Indonesia, Latin America, sub-Saharan Africa, Native American culture, and ethnic North America. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand E–Humanities). Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 203 - American Jazz

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  4 credits
  Explores American jazz music and culture. Teaches the history of American jazz, the musical innovations that distinguished it from the previous era, and the social events that contributed to those innovations. Surveys influential musicians, their instruments, and their major bands. Presents examples of these artists’ musical contributions. Approved for University Studies (Explorations Strand E–Humanities). Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 204 - Rock and Popular Music

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  4 credits
  Surveys the history of rock music from its beginnings in earlier forms of popular music to present. Examines the relationship of this music to larger cultural, political, and economic formations. Defines and studies aspects of musical structure which have been used in rock music. Approved for University Studies (Explorations  Strand E–Humanities). Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 221 - Music Theory II

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  3 credits
  Studies eighteenth-century counterpoint, fugue, chromatic harmony, borrowed chords, Neapolitan sixth chords, and augmented sixth chords. Includes practical experience with keyboard harmony. Prerequisite(s): MUS 123 . Corequisite(s): MUS 224 
• MUS 222 - Music Theory II

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  3 credits
  Analyzes classical period music, including variation technique, sonata form, and rondo. Also examines extended harmony; ninth, eleventh, and thirteenth chords; altered dominants; and chromatic mediants. Includes practical experience with keyboard harmony. Prerequisite(s): MUS 221 . Corequisite(s): MUS 225 
• MUS 223 - Music Theory II

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  3 credits
  Examines music of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, including romantic, post-romantic, impressionistic, twelve-tone technique, and contemporary. Includes practical experience with keyboard harmony. Prerequisite(s): MUS 222 . Corequisite(s): MUS 226 
• MUS 224 - Aural Skills II

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  1 credit
  Develops sight-singing and ear-training skills utilizing harmonies through secondary dominant and leading tone. Prerequisite(s): MUS 126 . Corequisite(s): MUS 221 
• MUS 225 - Aural Skills II

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  1 credit
  Develops sight-singing and ear-training skills utilizing harmonies through the Neapolitan and augmented sixth chords. Prerequisite(s): MUS 224 . Corequisite(s): MUS 222  .
• MUS 226 - Aural Skills II

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  1 credit
  Develops sight-singing and ear-training skills utilizing harmonies through the ninth, eleventh, and thirteenth chords. Prerequisite(s): MUS 225 . Corequisite(s): MUS 223 .
• MUS 238 - Class Lessons in Guitar

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  2 credits
  Emphasis on Classical and Folk guitar study: fundamentals of correct technique, reading music, study of scales, chords, and rhythms. Nylon string (classical) guitar required. May be repeated for credit. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 292 - Piano Proficiency

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  1 credit
  Prepares music majors with limited piano skills for the piano proficiency examination. Emphasizes major and harmonic minor scales, sight-reading, harmonization, chord progression, and repertoire-building. Music majors and pre-majors only. Repeatable.
• MUS 300 - Continuation Exam

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  0 credits
  All department majors must enroll in MUS 300 Continuation Exam upon completion of the lower division requirements for the major and as they begin coursework at the intermediate (300) level. The purpose of this hearing is to provide students with an assessment of their progress toward their degree. Students can obtain Continuation Guidelines in the Department of Performing Arts - Music office, and should meet early with their advisor for assistance preparing for the Continuation Exam.
• MUS 311 - Art and Music of the Twentieth Century to Present

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  4 credits
  Offers an interdisciplinary survey of the visual arts and music from the twentieth century to present. Examines the intersections, cross-influences, and significant archetypes of visual art and music. Covers modernism, postmodernism, primitivism, minimalism, futurism, and popular culture. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand J). Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all lower division University Studies requirements. (Cross-listed with ARTH 311 .)
• MUS 315 - Business of Music

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  3 credits
  Introduces various aspects of the music business, such as songwriting; copyrighting; publishing; music in the marketplace, broadcasting, and film; business affairs; the record industry; private studio teaching; music and the Internet; and career planning and development. Approved for University Studies Integration (Strand I). Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 323 - Fundamentals of Conducting

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  2 credits
  Develops basic skills in the art of conducting. Covers baton techniques, phrasing, style, and cuing. May be offered in alternating years. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 324 - Intermediate Conducting

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  2 credits
  Develops conducting techniques for instrumental ensembles. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Prerequisite(s): MUS 323  and completion of piano proficiencies Offered in alternating years
• MUS 325 - Advanced Conducting

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  2 credits
  Develops conducting techniques for choral organizations. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Prerequisite(s): MUS 323  and completion of piano proficiencies Offered in alternating years
• MUS 331 - Percussion Methods

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  2 credits
  Introduces the family of percussion instruments, including the snare drum, keyboard percussion, auxiliary percussion instruments, timpani, drum set, and hand percussion. Students learn basic techniques, as well as diagnostic skills to apply as band directors.
• MUS 332 - Woodwind Methods

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  2 credits
  Introduces the flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, and bassoon. Students learn how to play and teach woodwinds, in addition to studying diagnostic skills they can apply as band directors.
• MUS 333 - Brass Methods

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  2 credits
  Introduces the trumpet, horn, trombone, baritone, and tuba. Students learn how to play and teach brass instruments, in addition to studying diagnostic skills they can apply as band directors.
• MUS 350 - Junior Recital

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  1 credit
  Solo recital performance and preparation. Half-recital consisting of twenty-five minutes of music given during Music Convocation. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent.
• MUS 351 - Accompanying

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  1 credit
  Addresses principles of playing artistic accompaniments for vocal and instrumental soloists and groups. Practical experience is arranged and supervised. A maximum of 4 credits from MUS 351 may be counted as ensemble credit. Repeatable for a maximum of 4 credits. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent.
• MUS 360 - Music from the Earliest Notations to the Early Eighteenth Century

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  3 credits
  Examines the development of western European art music from ancient Greek music through JS Bach. (Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque style periods).  Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand J). Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all lower division University Studies requirements.
• MUS 360H - Honors Music from the Earliest Notations to the Early Eighteenth Century

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  3 credits
  Examines the development of western European art music from ancient Greek music through JS Bach. (Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque style periods).  Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand J). Prerequisite(s): Completion of all lower division University Studies requirements.
• MUS 361 - Music from the Mid-Eighteenth Century to the Late Nineteenth Century

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  3 credits
  Examines the development of western European art music from the mid-18th century through the 19th century (Classical and Romantic music).  Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand J). Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all lower division University Studies requirements.
• MUS 361H - Honors Music from the Mid-Eighteenth Century to the Late Nineteenth Century

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  3 credits
  Examines the development of western European art music from the mid-18th century through the 19th century (Classical and Romantic music).  Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand J). Prerequisite(s): Completion of all lower division University Studies requirements.
• MUS 362 - Music from the Twentieth Century

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  3 credits
  Examines the development of western European art music in the twentieth century. Important musical styles covered include: serialism, impressionism, expressionism, minimalism, aleatoric music, and musique concrete. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand J). Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all lower division University Studies requirements.
• MUS 362H - Honors Music from the Twentieth Century

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  3 credits
  Examines the development of western European art music in the twentieth century. Important musical styles covered include: serialism, impressionism, expressionism, minimalism, aleatoric music, and musique concrete. Approved for University Studies (Integration - Strand J). Prerequisite(s): Completion of all lower division University Studies requirements.
• MUS 384 - Chamber Ensemble

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  1 credit
  Students work in small ensembles with intensive performing preparation. Includes but is not limited to: brass quintet, clarinet ensemble, Gamelan ensemble, guitar ensemble, percussion ensemble, saxophone ensemble, string quartet, jazz combo, and vocal ensemble. Available for most instruments and voice. Auditioned. Repeatable. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 385 - Jazz Ensemble

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  1 credit
  Develops individual performance abilities in a large jazz ensemble framework. Literature covers a wide range of jazz ensemble playing and improvisation. Auditioned. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 386 - Cascade Clarinet Consort

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  1 credit
  The Cascade Clarinet Consort (CCC) is a collaborative learning environment for students, faculty, and staff at Southern Oregon University. Students will perform, arrange, compose and commission music of all styles and musical periods. The course is open to students who play clarinet. Repeatable. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 387 - Siskiyou Saxophone Orchestra

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  1 credit
  The Siskiyou Saxophone Orchestra (SSO) is a collaborative learning environment for students, faculty, and staff at Southern Oregon University. Students will perform, arrange, compose and commission music of all styles and musical periods. The course is open to students who play saxophone. Repeatable. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 388 - SOU Percussion Ensemble

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  1 credit
  The SOU Percussion Ensemble is dedicated to the performance of contemporary percussion repertoire and providing the ensemble members with a variety of percussive experiences. Repertoire ranges from contemporary classical to world traditions to jazz and rock inspired compositions. The ensemble gives three full concerts at the university each year as well as many performances throughout the university, the Southern Oregon community, and the Pacific Northwest. The ensemble also reads and performs works by student composers as a resource to the composition program at SOU. Repeatable. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 389 - Jefferson State Choral Coalition

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  1 credit
  Develops individual vocal performance abilities in a university or community large-group setting. Repertoire to include the best of American popular music with an emphasis on jazz. Auditioned. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 394 - Chamber Choir

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  1 credit
  A select ensemble dedicated to the highest levels of artistic choral singing. Performs a full spectrum of the finest classical choral literature, from the Renaissance to newly composed and commissioned works. Open to all SOU students by audition. Performs quarterly concerts at SOU and takes an annual tour. Group members should plan to sing for the full year. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 395 - Wind Ensemble

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  1 credit
  Develops individual performance abilities in a large-group framework. Literature covers a wide range of symphonic music appropriate for band. Auditioned. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 396 - Rogue Valley Symphony Orchestra

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  1 credit
  Develops individual performance abilities in a large-group framework. Literature covers a wide range of symphonic music appropriate for orchestra. Qualified students must be admitted by audition. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 397 - Concert Choir

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  1 credit
  Develops individual performance abilities in a large-group framework. Literature covers a wide range of music, including oratorio, double chorus, and a cappella compositions. Ensemble course. Repeatable. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 398 - Youth Symphony of Southern Oregon

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  1 credit
  Develops individual performance abilities in a large-group framework. Literature covers a wide range of orchestral literature appropriate for the ability level of the ensemble. Auditioned. Repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 399 - Special Studies

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  1 to 18 credits
  Credits to be arranged. Repeatable. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.
• MUS 400 - Capstone Experience

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  2 credits
  The Capstone project is designed collaboratively by the student and the instructor and should integrate and apply the knowledge, skills, and outcomes of the collective body of study the student has undertaken in his/her university experience. The project will be documented in a career-oriented final portfolio and submitted to the instructor, and archived by the Music Office. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Restricted to Junior standing and above.
• MUS 401 - Research

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  1 to 6 credits
  Credits to be arranged. Repeatable. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Restricted to Junior standing and above.
• MUS 403 - Thesis

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  1 to 9 credits
  Credits to be arranged. Repeatable. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Restricted to Junior standing and above.
• MUS 407 - Seminar

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  1 to 4 credits
  Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 15 credits. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Restricted to Junior standing and above.
• MUS 408 - Workshop

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  1 to 4 credits
  Credits to be arranged. Repeatable. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Restricted to Junior standing and above.
• MUS 409 - Practicum

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  1 to 15 credits
  Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 15 credits. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Restricted to Junior standing and above.
• MUS 440 - Form and Analysis

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  3 credits
  Students analyze and compose using the forms and techniques of the common practice period: binary, ternary, rounded binary, sonata form, theme and variation, rondo, and fugue. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Restricted to Junior standing and above. Prerequisite(s): MUS 223 , MUS 226 , and completion of piano proficiencies
• MUS 441 - Orchestration

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  3 credits
  Students review orchestral groups in an instrument-by-instrument breakdown; study melody and harmony in strings, winds, brasses; learn to write for combined groups; and examine different ways of orchestrating the same music. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Restricted to Junior standing and above. Prerequisite(s): MUS 223 , MUS 226 , and completion of piano proficiencies
• MUS 442 - Counterpoint

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  3 credits
  Students learn basic sixteenth- and eighteenth-century counterpoint techniques by analyzing and composing music in the style of Palestrina and Bach. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Restricted to Junior standing and above. Prerequisite(s): MUS 223 , MUS 226 , and completion of piano proficiencies
• MUS 443 - Composition Survey

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  3 credits
  Develops various compositional techniques by composing short, focused works and listening, discussing, and analyzing music. Techniques are discovered by listening and analyzing music from diverse traditions such as Gregorian chant to Noh Drama, from Gamelan to minimalist, from Bach to Cage, and from India to Africa. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Restricted to Junior standing and above. Prerequisite(s): MUS 223 , MUS 226 , and completion of piano proficiencies
• MUS 444 - Jazz Theory

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  3 credits
  Introduction to jazz harmony, including chord symbols, chord voicing practices, analysis, reharmonization practices, scale choices for improvisation, and creation of bass lines. May not be offered every academic year. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Restricted to Junior standing and above. Prerequisite(s): MUS 223 , MUS 226 , and completion of piano proficiencies.
• MUS 445 - Special Topic: Theory

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  3 credits
  Studies advanced theory topics in depth. Topics may include Schenker Analysis, Forte Pitch-Set Analysis, and Theory of Romantic Period Music or Theory of Post-Romantic Period. Repeatable. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.  Prerequisite(s): MUS 223 , MUS 226 , and completion of piano proficiency.
• MUS 446 - Theory in Performance

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  3 credits
  Students present a work of music in recital directed by music faculty. Presentation and preparation include thorough historical research, musical analysis, and lecture. Repeatable. Auditioned. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Prerequisite(s): MUS 223 , MUS 226 , and instructor consent
• MUS 450 - Senior Recital

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  2 credits
  Solo recital performance and preparation. Full recital consisting of fifty minutes of music given during term registered. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent.
• MUS 460 - Special Topic: History

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  3 credits
  Studies advanced music history topic in depth. Topics may include symphony, chamber music, opera, music notation, J. S. Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Wagner, Mahler, Stravinsky, and the Second Viennese School. Repeatable. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Restricted to Junior standing and above.
• MUS 460H - Honors Special Topic: History

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  3 credits
  Studies advanced music history topic in depth. Topics may include symphony, chamber music, opera, music notation, J. S. Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Wagner, Mahler, Stravinsky, and the Second Viennese School. Prerequisite(s): MUS 360 , MUS 361 , MUS 362 
• MUS 480 - Introduction to Music Education

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  4 credits
  Provides students with an introduction to the field of music education.  Topics include the historical and philosophical foundations of music education, curriculum, the music education community, professional associations, musical development theories, competencies of successful music teachers, and 21st century developments in the field. Graded (A-F) only. Prerequisite(s):  Class standing of junior or above.
• MUS 501 - Research

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  1 to 6 credits
  Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits. Graded (A-F) only. Must be eligible to take Graduate level coursework.
• MUS 503 - Thesis

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  1 to 9 credits
  Credits to be arranged. Repeatable. Graded (A-F) only. Must be eligible to take Graduate level coursework.
• MUS 504 - Comprehensive Exam Preparation

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  2 credits
  Students must pass a comprehensive exam upon completion of all core courses. The exam should be taken during the same term in which the solo recital is given (at the end of the second year for full time students). The content and requirements of the comprehensive exam are defined by the student’s area of focus. Graded Pass/No Pass only. Must be eligible to take Graduate level coursework. Prerequisite(s):  Instructor permission. Corequisite(s): MUS 551 .
• MUS 505 - Reading and Conference

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  1 to 6 credits
  Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits. Graded (A-F) only. Must be eligible to take Graduate level coursework.
• MUS 507 - Seminar

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  1 to 4 credits
  Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 15 credits. Graded (A-F) only. Must be eligible to take Graduate level coursework.
• MUS 508 - Workshop

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  1 to 4 credits
  Credits to be arranged. Repeatable. Graded (A-F) only. Must be eligible to take Graduate level coursework.
• MUS 509 - Practicum

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  1 to 9 credits
  Credits to be arranged. Repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits. Grading option is designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule. Must be eligible to take Graduate level coursework.
• MUS 510 - Introduction to Graduate Studies in Music

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  3 credits
  Students will engage in a comprehensive review of research materials available for advanced studies in music performance and conducting. Topics include music dictionaries and encyclopedias (generalized and specialized); indices for journals, theses, dissertations, and research abstracts; collected works and historical anthologies; electronic resources; library resources; and writing style and format. Graded (A-F) only. Must be eligible to take Graduate level coursework. Prerequisite(s):  Enrollment in the Master of Music program, or instructor permission.
• MUS 511 - Special Topics in Pedagogy

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  3 credits
  Students will engage in a comprehensive review of instructional techniques, materials, and performance techniques for teaching private studio lessons. Areas of study may include clarinet, French horn, percussion, piano, saxophone, trumpet, and voice. Repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits. Graded (A-F) only.   Prerequisite(s):  admission into the Master of Music program.
• MUS 512 - Special Topics in Literature

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  3 credits
  Students will conduct a comprehensive examination of musical literature for their major instrument or voice, from the instrument’s inception to the present. The course is designed to enhance knowledge, appreciation, and understanding of a wide variety of composers and styles. Repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits. Graded (A-F) only. Prerequisite(s):  admission into the Master of Music program.
• MUS 539 - Practical Applications III

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  3 credits
  Work is to be completed by August 10 of the final summer (third summer course). Graded (A-F) only. Must be eligible to take Graduate level coursework.
• MUS 540 - Form and Analysis

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  3 credits
  Students analyze and compose using the forms and techniques of the common practice period: binary, ternary, rounded binary, sonata form, theme and variation, rondo, and fugue. Graded (A-F) only. Must be eligible to take Graduate level coursework. Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Master of Music program or by instructor permission.

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