The major composers, forms, and styles of music from 1750 to the present will be emphasized. Specific attention will be given to church music masters. Credits A course designed to give the student an opportunity to select, rehearse and conduct choral or instrumental works under the supervision of a faculty member. Emphasis will be placed on rehearsal organization and administration. This lab is required for all students in the Church Music Program.
Class meets once per week.
3 Credits A course designed to introduce the student to the fundamental concepts of conducting. Beat patterns entrances and releases, cueing score preparation and rehearsing will be covered. A senior project consisting of a performance of at least 50 minutes of music. Students in Music Performance will present a 50-minute recital entirely on their primary applied instrument, emphasizing classical music literature from all periods of music history. A course in creative writing and arranging.