Rehearsal and performance skills and techniques of singing are stressed. The Chorus performs one or two public concerts each semester, and is open to all students, faculty, staff, and persons in the community with no prerequisites. Chorus may be repeated for credit or may be elected without credit. MUS 108 Music in Historical Perspective 3 cr. Representative music literature from the principal historical eras is studied in this class.
Students listen to music outside of class as an integral part of their work.
Knowledge of music fundamentals and structure are recommended, but not required for this class. MUS 109 Contemporary Music 3 cr. Major trends and styles of music in the 20th Century, including classical, jazz, ragtime, blues, rock, and new age are examined in this class. Reading, listening, and discussion are an integral part of the class. Knowledge of music fundamentals is not required.