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MTC180: Computer Literacy for Musicians – 3 credits

Instruction in basic computer literacy, including generic applications and music-specific programs with hands-on experience. Ability to read music notation required. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC101, or MTC105, or Corequisites: MTC105, or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS]

MUE111: Guitar Methods – 1 credit

Practical class with emphasis on both classical and popular techniques, methods, materials, solo/ensemble literature and repertoire used in all levels of guitar. Instructional approaches to the guitar as both a harmonizing instrument and in an ensemble setting. Prerequisites: None.

MUP102AM: Private Instruction: Guitar – 2 credits

Private Instruction emphasizing musicianship, literature, technique and performance. Four-course sequence designed for university transfer equivalency. Instruction provided on voice, piano, harpsichord, organ, guitar, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, violin, viola, violoncello, contrabass, bass guitar, percussion, and harp. Note: MUP102AM may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: Student must be 18 years or older.

MUP102CM: Private Instruction: Popular Music Guitar – 2 credits

Private Instruction emphasizing developmental improvement of musicianship and technique from an entering skill level. Four-course sequence required of all music majors meeting departmental requirements. Instruction provided on voice, piano, harpsichord, organ, guitar, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, violin, viola, violoncello, contrabass, bass guitar, percussion, harp, turntablism and electronic music. Note: MUP102CM may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: Student must be 18 years or older.

MUP127: Class Guitar I – 1 credit

Emphasis on note-reading and folk-style harmonic accompaniment. Includes finger-style playing. Stresses development of efficient practice techniques and proper sitting and hand positions. Prerequisites: None.

MUP128: Class Guitar II – 1 credit

Note-reading range including second position and parts of higher positions. Classical, popular, Latin, and other styles of music. Theory including scales, keys, and chord construction. Technical exercises of both hands. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP127 or permission of Instructor.

MUP152AM: Private Instruction: Guitar – 2 credits

Private Instruction emphasizing musicianship, literature, technique and performance. Four-course sequence designed for university transfer equivalency. Instruction provided on voice, piano, harpsichord, organ, guitar, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, violin, viola, violoncello, contrabass, bass guitar, percussion, and harp. Note: MUP152AM may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP102AM and must be 18 years or older.

MUP152CM: Private Instruction: Popular Music Guitar – 2 credits

Private Instruction emphasizing developmental improvement of musicianship and technique from an entering skill level. Four-course sequence required of all music majors meeting departmental requirements. Instruction provided on voice, piano, harpsichord, organ, guitar, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, violin, viola, violoncello, contrabass, bass guitar, percussion, harp, turntablism and electronic music. Note: MUP152CM may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP102CM and must be 18 years or older.

MUP169: Guitar Ensemble – 1 credit

Ensemble of the entire guitar family that may include standard, requinto, alto, bass, and contrabass guitars that emphasizes guitar techniques and the preparation of all styles of guitar ensemble literature. Literature will include modern and historical guitar ensemble repertoire, new works, arrangements, and transcriptions from various musical periods and traditions as well as guitar literature from a diverse number of world musical traditions. Guitar techniques are studied and refined as they relate to the literature performed. Emphasis placed on reading and listening skills, rehearsal and preparation, conducting and performance cues, and performance experience in various guitar styles. Concerts presented throughout the semester. Prerequisites: None. Note: Auditions may be required. MUP169 may be repeated for credit.

MUP181: Chamber Music Ensembles – 1 credit

Practical and performance experience in instrumental, vocal, and mixed ensembles. Prerequisites: None. Note: MUP181 may be repeated for credit.

MUP202AM: Private Instruction: Guitar – 2 credits

Private Instruction emphasizing musicianship, literature, technique and performance. Four-course sequence designed for university transfer equivalency. Instruction provided on voice, piano, harpsichord, organ, guitar, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, violin, viola, violoncello, contrabass, bass guitar, percussion, and harp. Note: MUP202AM may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP152AM and must be 18 years or older.

MUP202CM: Private Instruction: Popular Music Guitar – 2 credits

Private Instruction emphasizing developmental improvement of musicianship and technique from an entering skill level. Four-course sequence required of all music majors meeting departmental requirements. Instruction provided on voice, piano, harpsichord, organ, guitar, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, violin, viola, violoncello, contrabass, bass guitar, percussion, harp, turntablism and electronic music. Note: MUP202CM may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP152CM and must be 18 years or older.

MUP227: Class Guitar III – 1 credit

Additional fingerboard positions. Ensemble techniques and performance. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP128 or permission of Instructor.

MUP228: Class Guitar IV – 1 credit

Advanced fingerboard positions. Duet and trio performances. Advanced ensemble techniques. Note: MUP228 may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP227 or permission of Instructor.

MUP252AM: Private Instruction: Guitar – 2 credits

Private Instruction emphasizing musicianship, literature, technique and performance. Four-course sequence designed for university transfer equivalency. Instruction provided on voice, piano, harpsichord, organ, guitar, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, violin, viola, violoncello, contrabass, bass guitar, percussion, and harp. Note: MUP252AM may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP202AM and must be 18 years or older.

MUP252CM: Private Instruction: Popular Music Guitar – 2 credits

Private Instruction emphasizing developmental improvement of musicianship and technique from an entering skill level. Four-course sequence required of all music majors meeting departmental requirements. Instruction provided on voice, piano, harpsichord, organ, guitar, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, violin, viola, violoncello, contrabass, bass guitar, percussion, harp, turntablism and electronic music. Note: MUP252CM may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP202CM and must be 18 years or older.