G1 Academic Courses (30 credit units)

Within this requirement students must choose a minimum of 3 credit units in each of Humanities, Languages, Science and Social Science.

The English Language Writing requirement for this program is met in the Music Requirement (G2).

Choose 24 credit units from the following:

G2 Music (62 credit units)

G3 Applied Music (24 credit units)

• MUAP 143.3 
• MUAP 145.3 
• MUAP 243.3
• MUAP 245.3 
• MUAP 333.3 
• MUAP 335.3 
• MUAP 433.3 

Choose 3 credit units from the following:

• MUAP 435.3 
• MUAP 453.3 

G4 Applied Music Ensemble (4 credit units)

Brass, Woodwind and Percussion students must take a minimum total of 4 credit units of MUAP 201.1 or MUAP 202.1.

Voice students must take a minimum of 4 credit units of MUAP 203.1 or MUAP 204.1.

Orchestral String students must take a minimum total 4 credit units of MUAP 205.1 or MUAP 212.1.

Piano and Guitar students may choose to audition for either wind band and/or choir participation each year. The department will determine in which band or choir the piano and guitar student is to participate through the ensemble audition process.

Individualized students are expected to participate in at least one departmental ensemble per year for four years.

Choose 4 credit units from the following:

G5 Music Recitals (0 credit units)

Performance Requirements

1. Applied Ensemble

The following evaluation method will be common to all sections: Attendance and Preparation (40%); Concert Participating (30%); Individualized testing (15% per semester).

Note: An unexcused absence from a concert performance will result in an automatic fail.

Attendance and preparation means regular attendance at rehearsals and ensemble events, and evidence of prior preparation of the musical materials.

Concert participation includes quality contribution to the ensemble, reflected in attitude, punctuality, responsibility in duties related to the concert and rehearsals, and quality of musical performance.

Individualized testing will take place at the end of November (well before the drop date for full-year courses) and at the end of March. The results of this testing, as well as evaluation for concert participation and attendance/preparation, will also be given at this time.

2. Recitals and Juries

Recitals and juries act as final exams for studio classes, and gradually increase in difficulty as students progress through their four years of applied lessons. In first year, a 10-minute noon-hour recital is optional for B. Mus. (Individualized) students, but strongly suggested. A 10-minute noon-hour recital is required for all students in second year. First and second year students will also complete a 10-minute jury at the end of both terms. In third and fourth year, all students will perform a 10-minute jury at the end of first term only. Third year students will perform a 25-30 minute recital in second term, and fourth year students will perform a 45-60 minute evening recital in second term, acting as a culmination of many years of hard work, talent, and dedication. Students are required to submit their recital program on a recital program template, signed by their instructor, at least two weeks prior to their recital date. All recitals are open to the public.

Suggested Sequence of Courses