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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:

MUS 1000 | MUS 1028 | MUS 1104 | MUS 1105 | MUS 1106 | MUS 1107 | MUS 1108 | MUS 1109 | MUS 1250 | MUS 1251 | MUS 1254 | MUS 1255 | MUS 1260 | MUS 1270 | MUS 1271 | MUS 1600 | MUS 2101 | MUS 2102 | MUS 2103 | MUS 2201 | MUS 2202 | MUS 2203 | MUS 2204 | MUS 2205 | MUS 2206 | MUS 2207 | MUS 2208 | MUS 2209 | MUS 2210 | MUS 2211 | MUS 2212 | MUS 2213 | MUS 2214 | MUS 2215 | MUS 2216 | MUS 2217 | MUS 2218 | MUS 2219 | MUS 2220 | MUS 2221 | MUS 2223 | MUS 2224 | MUS 2225 | MUS 2260 | MUS 2261 | MUS 2301 | MUS 2303 | MUS 2304 | MUS 2305 | MUS 2306 | MUS 2307 | MUS 2308 | MUS 2309 | MUS 2310 | MUS 2311 | MUS 2312 | MUS 2313 | MUS 2340 | MUS 2350 | MUS 2351 | MUS 2353 | MUS 2360 | MUS 2402 | MUS 2501 | MUS 2502 | MUS 2503 | MUS 2504 | MUS 2550 | MUS 2560 | MUS 2561 | MUS 2601 | MUS 2602 | MUS 2603 | MUS 2604 | MUS 2605 | MUS 2654 | MUS 2655 | MUS 2930 | MUS 3000 | MUS 3001 | MUS 3002 | MUS 3003 | MUS 3309 | MUS 3401 | MUS 3501 | MUS 3502 | MUS 3503 | MUS 3504 | MUS 3505 | MUS 3506 | MUS 3602 | MUS 3603 | MUS 3604 | MUS 3608 | MUS 3609 | MUS 3931 | MUS 4100 | MUS 4101 | MUS 4102 | MUS 4201 | MUS 4202 | MUS 4203 | MUS 4204 | MUS 4205 | MUS 4206 | MUS 4207 | MUS 4208 | MUS 4209 | MUS 4210 | MUS 4211 | MUS 4212 | MUS 4213 | MUS 4214 | MUS 4215 | MUS 4216 | MUS 4217 | MUS 4218 | MUS 4219 | MUS 4220 | MUS 4221 | MUS 4223 | MUS 4224 | MUS 4225 | MUS 4261 | MUS 4262 | MUS 4301 | MUS 4303 | MUS 4304 | MUS 4305 | MUS 4306 | MUS 4307 | MUS 4308 | MUS 4309 | MUS 4310 | MUS 4311 | MUS 4312 | MUS 4313 | MUS 4340 | MUS 4350 | MUS 4351 | MUS 4353 | MUS 4360 | MUS 4401 | MUS 4402 | MUS 4654 | MUS 4655 | MUS 4656 | MUS 4701 | MUS 4702 | MUS 4800 | MUS 4802 | MUS 4803 | MUS 4898 | MUS 4899 | MUS 4900 | MUS 4920 | MUS 4921 | MUS 4922 | MUS 4930 | MUS 4931 | MUS 4935 | MUS 4941 | MUS 4942 | MUS 4943 | MUS 4944 | MUS 4950 | MUS 4960 | VIEW ALL

MUS 1000: () Offerings
Through readings, lectures, and seminars delivered by leading industry figures, the course will give up-to-the-minute insight into the inner workings of the music industry. Emphasis will be given to career possibilities, and the gifts and skills required to succeed in each of the major areas, including work as a performer.
MUS 1028: () Offerings
Concentrated studies on the performance practice and historic background of instrumental chamber music for strings, winds instruments, and piano. Participants will develop playing and rehearsal skills by rehearsing and performing chamber music repertoire in master classes, recitals, and evening concerts. The course is designed for advanced high school and university instrumental players. Offered Summer Quarter only. May be repeated for credit up to 6 credits.
MUS 1104: () Offerings
Studies the fundamentals of music; notation, scales, interval recognition, chordal construction, and introduces tonal harmony. Open to general students.
MUS 1105: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 1104. Introduces tonal harmony and counterpoint, and beginning linear and vertical analysis. Required for music majors and minors.
MUS 1106: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 1105. Continues to study tonal harmony and counterpoint and analyzes basic forms. Required for music majors and minors.
MUS 1107: () Offerings
Covers sight singing, rhythmic dictation, and kinesthetics/conducting. Required for music majors and minors.
MUS 1108: () Offerings
Prerequiste: MUS 1107. Studies sight singing, rhythmic dictation, and kinesthetics/conducting. Required for music majors and minors.
MUS 1109: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 1108. Continues to study sight singing, rhythmic dictation, and kinesthetics/conducting. Required for music majors and minors.
MUS 1250: () Offerings
For students with no previous keyboard experience. Ability to read music is not necessary. Course is designed for the non-music major, and expectations for each student are based on individual needs. Emphasis is on note-reading, basic theory, chord usage, and technical development. Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Music Majors are excluded.
MUS 1251: () Offerings
For students with prior training in piano. Course is designed for the non-music major, and expectations for each student are based on individual needs. Emphasis is on note-reading, basic theory, chord usage, repertoire, technical development, and creative activities. Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Music Majors are excluded.
MUS 1254: () Offerings
For music majors with minimal previous keyboard experience. Sight-reading, harmonization, transposing, and technical development will be emphasized in order to meet piano proficiency requirements. Restricted to music majors or intended majors only. Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Restrictions:Music Majors only.
MUS 1255: () Offerings
For music majors with prior training in piano. Sight-reading, harmonization, transposing, technical development, and creative activities will be emphasized in order to meet piano proficiency requirements. Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Music Majors only.
MUS 1260: () Offerings
Two class sessions per week. Emphasis is on basic vocal technique: breath control, tone placement, diction, and stage presence. Music includes classical, folk, and American music. Extra Fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A
MUS 1270: () Offerings
Introduction to folk-style guitar playing. May be taken by music education majors to meet guitar proficiency. May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A
MUS 1271: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 1270. May be repeated for credit 3 times.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A
MUS 1600: () Offerings
The focus is on the pleasure of listening with understanding, using individual, classroom, and concert experiences. Introduces basic elements of music as preparation for enjoying masterworks in the European tradition, from medieval times to our own time. Encourages development of listening skills and knowledge of music available in our city.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Music Majors are excluded.
MUS 2101: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 1106. Continued integrated study of musical elements as in Theory I-III. Develops skills in tonal harmony, composition, aural dictation, improvisation, sight-singing, use of technology and analysis. Emphasizes developing understanding of and compositional experience with contrapuntal procedures. Extra fee. May be taken out of sequence to accommodate student teaching.
MUS 2102: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 2101. Continued integrated study of musical elements as in Theory I-III emphasizing tonal harmony aural skills. Emphasis is in chromatic harmony and modulation. Develops skills in composition, aural dictation, improvisation, use of technology and analysis. Emphasis is on developing understanding of and compositional experience with larger musical forms. Extra fee.
MUS 2103: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 2102. Continued integrated study of musical elements as in Theory I-V emphasizing 20th-century techniques. Analytical studies include introductions to basic atonal theory and popular/Jazz theory. Develops skills of composition, aural dictation, improvisation, sight-singing, use of technology and analysis. Emphasis is on developing understanding of and compositional experience with larger musical forms. Extra fee.
MUS 2201: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2202: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2203: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2204: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2205: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2206: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2207: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2208: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2209: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2210: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2211: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2212: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2213: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2214: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2215: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2216: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2217: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2218: () Offerings
(Extra fee) May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2219: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 1260. Majors and scholarship recipients may be exempt from the prerequisites. MUS 2260 and MUS 2261 are required for vocal instruction beyond 6 credits. Extra fee. May be repeated for credit up to 99 credits.
MUS 2220: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2221: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2223: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
MUS 2224: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
MUS 2225: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Equivalent Courses:MUS 4225
MUS 2260: () Offerings
A study and application of the principles of artistic performance, with special emphasis on English, Latin, and Italian diction and repertoire. Basic international phonetic alphabet will be learned. Prerequisite to upper-division credit in voice.
MUS 2261: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 2260. The study and performance of the German and French vocal repertoire of the 19th and 20th centuries. Special attention will be given to diction, style, and interpretation. Prerequisite to upper-division in voice.
MUS 2301: () Offerings
A choral ensemble specializing in the preparation, study, and performance of Gospel music. May be repeated for credit up to 12 credits.
Equivalent Courses:MUS 4301
MUS 2303: () Offerings
Selected scholarship performing group that represents the University in various public relations endeavors. May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students only.
MUS 2304: () Offerings
Small choral ensemble selected from Concert Choir members. Perform literature appropriate for chamber ensemble. May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students only.
MUS 2305: () Offerings
A choral ensemble of women. Participates in major choral concerts throughout the year. Occasional performances for chapels, at the annual service of Lessons and Carols, and at selected churches and community organizations as an outreach of the University. Ensemble may tour during school year, including Spring Break. May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students only.
MUS 2306: () Offerings
Brass Ensemble May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students only.
MUS 2307: () Offerings
Percussion Ensemble May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students only.
MUS 2308: () Offerings
A flute ensemble. Performances throughout the year on campus and off campus as an outreach of the University. May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students only.
MUS 2309: () Offerings
String Ensemble May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students only.
MUS 2310: () Offerings
Emphasis on piano duet and two-piano literature, as well as accompanying skills. May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students only.
MUS 2311: () Offerings
An organization that specializes in the preparation, study, and performance of music from the jazz literature. May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students only.
MUS 2312: () Offerings
The audition is for the purpose of placing individuals in the appropriate section of the choir. A choral ensemble of men. Participates in major choral concerts throughout the year. Occasional performances for chapels, at the annual service of Lessons and Carols, and at selected churches and community organizations as an outreach of the University. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students only.
MUS 2313: () Offerings
An organization of vocalists specializing in the preparation, study, and performance of music from the jazz literature. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Equivalent Courses:MUS 4313 Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Junior, Senior students are excluded.
MUS 2340: () Offerings
Includes chamber music experience of various types-woodwind, brass, string, Javanese gamelan, percussion, and mixed. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Junior, Senior students are excluded.
MUS 2350: () Offerings
A choral ensemble of men and women, Concert Choir performs several major concerts during each academic year and tours each spring. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students only.
MUS 2351: () Offerings
As a group of selected wind and percussion players, this ensemble provides an opportunity for in-depth experience in the performance of wind ensemble and band repertoire. May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students only.
MUS 2353: () Offerings
An ensemble of strings with selected woodwinds, brass, and percussion instruments, performing works from the extensive orchestral literature. May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students only.
MUS 2360: () Offerings
Practical experience in preparation and performance of scenes from opera repertoire. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students only.
MUS 2402: () Offerings
This course surveys the major periods in jazz history, from its roots in New Orleans to the present, with a special section on Seattle jazz. It also emphasizes the common elements throughout that history-blues, improvisation, the group negotiation of individual agendas, and the spiritual context of the jazz solo.
Equivalent Courses:MUS 4402 Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students only.
MUS 2501: () Offerings
Designed for music education majors. Students learn how to teach the various brass instruments. Emphasis on demonstration of good tone and diagnosis of student problems in a lab setting.
Restrictions:Freshman students are excluded.
MUS 2502: () Offerings
Designed for music education majors. Students learn how to teach the percussion instruments.
MUS 2503: () Offerings
May be taken for two quarters. Designed for music education majors. Students learn how to teach string instruments. May be repeated for credit 1 time.
Restrictions:Music Majors only.
MUS 2504: () Offerings
Designed for music education majors. Students learn how to teach the woodwind instruments. Emphasis on demonstration of good tone and diagnosis of student problems in a lab setting.
MUS 2550: () Offerings
Explores social, historical and philosophical foundations of American music education. Focuses on teaching curricula from ancient times to the present. Provides opportunities to apply course content through service learning and field-related experiences. Part of Professional educations core classes for music majors.
Restrictions:Music, Music-INT Majors only.
MUS 2560: () Offerings
An introduction to the uses of music in various health care, educational and therapeutic applications. An overview of music therapy theory and methods is offered through an integrated approach using lectures, class discussions, readings, journaling, and experiential opportunities. Open to all students interested in the field of music therapy.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A
MUS 2561: () Offerings
Course provides an introduction to the uses of music materials and methods in various clinical applications. Students will develop skills in selecting, adapting and using instruments for special needs. Some music training background is preferred. Open to all students interested in the field of music therapy.
MUS 2601: () Offerings
A chronological study of the development of Western art music from the early medieval period through the baroque era.
MUS 2602: () Offerings
A chronological study of the development of Western art music in the pre-Classical period and the Romantic period through Richard Wagner.
MUS 2603: () Offerings
A chronological study of the development of Western Art music from the late Romantic period to the present.
MUS 2604: () Offerings
This course explores a wide range of music including vernacular and art music of Western and non-Western cultures. Students gain skills in listening to music from diverse cultures, develop understanding of the influence of cultural and historical context of those types of music, and learn how those traditions can be experienced today in the city of Seattle.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Music Majors are excluded.
MUS 2605: () Offerings
A survey of popular song in America, its development, variety, and influences on American culture. Emphasis is on listening, style analysis, and the elements of music.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A Restrictions:Music Majors are excluded.
MUS 2654: () Offerings
This course explores the significance of music in different societies. Emphasis is on the music of the Pacific Rim, but may include sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, Eastern Europe, or the Middle East.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A
MUS 2655: () Offerings
Provides practical, hands-on experience in performing on instruments used in music from the Pacific Rim, sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A
MUS 2930: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 2560, 2561. Students will observe the MT-BC, other staff, music therapy interventions, and specific clients. Students will have specific observation tasks, including focus on the music therapy process (Assessment/Treatment Planning/Implementation/Evaluation), ethics, and professional conduct. Students will have opportunities to reflect on their own level of comfort and interest in the different client populations. Extra fee. May be repeated for credit 3 times.
Restrictions:Music Majors only.
MUS 3000: () Offerings
Artists, via both the classroom and lab, will work with faculty, other students, and visiting experts to learn how to produce, record, mix, and edit recordings in a professional multi-track studio. Part of artist track.
Attributes:Upper-Division
MUS 3001: () Offerings
Artists will receive classroom instruction, participate in directed study with staff, and work in collaboration with other students to develop their use of form, melody, harmony, rhythm, and lyric. Part of the artist track.
Attributes:Upper-Division
MUS 3002: () Offerings
In consultation with staff and executive track students, artists will develop a live concert presentation that best utilizes their gifts as musicians, entertainers, and communicators. Part of the artist track.
Attributes:Upper-Division
MUS 3003: () Offerings
Executives will learn how to create a label business plan; analyze and forecast trends in popular music; assemble a successful artist roster; and, in tandem with artists, they will plan, budget, and produce recording sessions. Part of executive track.
Attributes:Upper-Division
MUS 3309: () Offerings
Demonstrates how to enter notes into a computer through a MIDI keyboard, edit the resulting notation using Finale software, and print the results on a laser printer. Offered Summer Quarter only. May be repeated for credit up to 6 credits.
Equivalent Courses:MUS 5309, EDTC 5309 Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Graduate are excluded.
MUS 3401: () Offerings
A study of the philosophical, biblical, and theological relationships of music to worship in the Christian Church.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division
MUS 3501: () Offerings
This class covers basic approaches to teaching music in the elementary classroom for the regular classroom teacher. It focuses on music as a content area and music as it relates to arts in basic education. Elementary education certification students may take MUS 3501 toward General Education Arts and Humanitites A credit.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors are excluded. Freshman students are excluded.
MUS 3502: () Offerings
This course centers on methods and materials for using music and related arts with children who have special needs. Students will observe on-site classes with music specialists in the Seattle area. This course is designed for special education, music education and music therapy students.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 3503: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 2550 or EDU 2103. A survey of methods for instruction in elementary classroom music and secondary general music programs. Includes exposure to current materials available for instruction in those settings and preparation of materials appropriate to age levels.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Integrated Studies, Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 3504: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 2550 or permission of instructor. A survey of the teaching methods, rehearsal techniques, and choral organization from the elementary school chorus through the adult choir. Emphasis is on development of diagnostic rehearsal skills through special class projects and survival skills for the beginning choral director.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman students are excluded.
MUS 3505: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 2550. A survey of the instrumental music program, grades 5-12. Emphasis is on examination of appropriate teaching materials, teaching methods for various program levels, program planning and development, and evaluation of learner progress. Experience in planning and presenting model learning experiences in instrumental music is provided.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman students are excluded.
MUS 3506: () Offerings
Emphasis is upon developing a philosophy of music teaching at the primary to intermediate levels. Includes an examination of ideas and theories about learning and teaching, observation of teaching, the study of teaching strategies and literature, student teaching, and use of music technology. Includes supervised teaching. Offered alternate years.
Attributes:Upper-Division, Writing "W" Course
MUS 3602: () Offerings
An in-depth study of selected masterpieces of standard operatic repertoire from an historical and aesthetic perspective. Ideas and themes of operas are related to social, moral, political, and religious issues confronting individuals in society. Attendance at live opera productions is a part of class activity. Offered alternate years.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 3603: () Offerings
Prerequisites: MUS 2601, 2602, and 2603. A survey of choral music representing historical forms, eras, and styles. Emphasis is on literature appropriate for choirs in grades 5-12. Consideration given for balance in programming. Offered alternate years.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 3604: () Offerings
Prerequisites: MUS 1101, 1102, 1103. A survey of instrumental music appropriate for performance by groups in grades 5-12. Offered alternate years.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 3608: () Offerings
Prerequisite: Must have elementary piano playing skills, no computer skills necessary. Students will have daily hands-on experience at an individual workstation consisting of a MIDI keyboard and Macintosh computer. The main emphasis will be on basic through advanced applications of the music notation software Finale. Additional student lessons will include desktop publishing and the introduction of Web-site portfolio programs. This course meets the requirements and is in place of Professional Quarter One, Education Technology EDTC 2235 for music education majors only. Extra fee. May be repeated for credit 2 times.
Attributes:Upper-Division
MUS 3609: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 3608. Students will become proficient with the music technology of the Yamaha O2R Digital Recording Mixer, Digidesign Protools, ADAT 16-track Audio Recording, and the basic production of a musical CD. May be repeated for credit 3 times.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music, Music Education, Music Performance, Music Theory and Literature Majors only.
MUS 3931: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 2930. Students are assigned to three different sites during the year. Students develop their clinical skills with the guidance of the MT-BC, and will become increasingly responsible for planning and implementation of sessions. During this year, foci will be: leadership styles, skill development, dual relationships, and further understanding of the music therapy process. May be repeated for credit 3 times.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Therapy Majors only.
MUS 4100: () Offerings
Prerequisites: MUS 2103 or permission of instructor. Through basic skill-building exercises this course teaches musical composition in accordance with stated aesthetic values. Students move through levels of increasing complexity and self-initiation. May be repeated for credit up to 24 credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division
MUS 4101: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 2103. A study of the history, technical limitations, and use of orchestral instruments. Practical experience in arranging for various combinations of instruments is provided. Offered alternate years.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4102: () Offerings
Prerequisites: MUS 1104, 1105, and 1106. A study of the basics regarding the use of voices in choral music and methods of arranging music for them. Practical experience in arranging for various choral ensembles is provided. Offered alternate years.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4201: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4202: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4203: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4204: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4205: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4206: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4207: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4208: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4209: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4210: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4211: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4212: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4213: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4214: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4215: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4216: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4217: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4218: () Offerings
(Extra fee) May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:College of Arts and Sciences only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4219: () Offerings
Prerequisites: MUS 2260, 2261, or permission of instructor. Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4220: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4221: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4223: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music, Music Education, Music Performance Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4224: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4225: () Offerings
Extra fee. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Equivalent Courses:MUS 2225 Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only.
MUS 4261: () Offerings
Prerequisites: MUS 1260, 2219. A study of some of the great sacred solo vocal repertoire. Special attention will be given to solo cantata and oratorio literature, and appropriate performance practice.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4262: () Offerings
Prerequisites: MUS 1260, 2219. This course is designed to explore and understand the nature of the singing voice and methods of vocal instruction.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman students are excluded.
MUS 4301: () Offerings
A choral ensemble specializing in the preparation, study, and performance of Gospel music. May be repeated for credit up to 12 credits.
Equivalent Courses:MUS 2301 Attributes:Upper-Division
MUS 4303: () Offerings
Selected scholarship performing group that represents the University in various public relations endeavors. May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4304: () Offerings
Small choral ensemble selected from Concert Choir members. Perform literature appropriate for chamber ensemble. May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4305: () Offerings
A choral ensemble of women. Participates in major choral concerts throughout the year. Occasional performances for chapels, at the annual Lessons and Carols, and at selected churches and community organizations as an outreach of the University. Ensemble may tour during school year, including Spring Break. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4306: () Offerings
Brass Ensemble May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4307: () Offerings
Percussion Ensemble May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4308: () Offerings
A flute ensemble. Performances throughout the year on campus and off campus as an outreach of the University. May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4309: () Offerings
String Ensemble May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4310: () Offerings
Emphasis on piano duet and two-piano literature, as well as accompanying skills. May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4311: () Offerings
An organization that specializes in the preparation, study, and performance of music from jazz literature. May be repeated an unlimited number of times.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4312: () Offerings
The audition is for the purpose of placing individuals in the appropriate section of the choir. A choral ensemble of men. Participates in major choral concerts throughout the year. Occasional performances for chapels, at the annual service of Lessons and Carols, and at selected churches and community organizations as an outreach of the University. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4313: () Offerings
An organization of vocalists specializing in the preparation, study, and performance of music from the jazz literature. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Equivalent Courses:MUS 2313 Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4340: () Offerings
Includes chamber music experience of various types-woodwind, brass, string, Javanese gamelan, percussion, and mixed. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4350: () Offerings
A choral ensemble of men and women, Concert Choir performs several major concerts during each academic year and tours each Spring. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4351: () Offerings
As a group of selected wind and percussion players, this ensemble provides an opportunity for in-depth experience in the performance of wind ensemble and band repertoire. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4353: () Offerings
An ensemble of strings with selected woodwinds, brass, and percussion instruments, performing works from the extensive orchestral literature. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4360: () Offerings
Practical experience in preparation and performance of scenes from opera repertoire. May be repeated for an unlimited number of credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4401: () Offerings
A study of congregational singing including its history, its genre, its criticism, and its effective use in the worship service.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division
MUS 4402: () Offerings
This course surveys the major periods in jazz history, from its roots in New Orleans to the present, with a special section on Seattle jazz. It also emphasizes the common elements throughout that history-blues, improvisation, the group negotiation of individual agendas, and the spiritual context of the jazz solo.
Equivalent Courses:MUS 2402 Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division, Writing "W" Course Restrictions:Junior, Senior students only.
MUS 4654: () Offerings
Prerequisites: MUS 1101, 1102, 1103, 2601, 2602, and 2603. This course along with MUS 4655 involves an integrative approach to advanced musicianship while dealing in-depth with selected topics. The process includes reading, writing, listening, analysis, composition, improvisation, and computer notation. Topics change yearly. Past topics have included Beethoven: Age of Revolution and Restoration; Passion Settings from Plainsong to Paert; From Taverner to Tavener: Music of the English Church; The Genius of Bach; African Music; World Music; The Symphonies of Gustav Mahler; The Magnificat; Chamber Music; The Operas of Mozart and Beethoven; 20th-Century American Composers and Their Music; the Cantata; Masters of the keyboard, and Psychology of Music. May be repeated for credit 3 times.
Attributes:Upper-Division, Writing "W" Course Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4655: () Offerings
Prerequisites: MUS 1101, 1102, 1103, 2601, 2602, and 2603. This course along with MUS 4654 involves an integrative approach to advanced musicianship while dealing in-depth with selected topics. The process includes reading, writing, listening, analysis, composition, improvisation, and computer notation. Topics change yearly. Past topics have included Beethoven: Age of Revolution and Restoration; Passion Settings from Plainsong to Paert; From Taverner to Tavener: Music of the English Church; The Genius of Bach; African Music; World Music; The Symphonies of Gustav Mahler; The Magnificat; Chamber Music; The Operas of Mozart and Beethoven; 20th-Century American Composers and Their Music; the Cantata, and Masters of the keyboard. May be repeated for credit 3 times.
Attributes:Upper-Division, Writing "W" Course Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4656: () Offerings
Prerequisites: MUS 1101, 1102, 1103, 2601, 2602 and 2603. This capstone course, along with MUS 4654 and 4655, involves an integrative approach to advanced musicianship. The process includes reading, writing, listening, analysis, composition, improvisation, counterpoint and computer notation. The in-depth study of great works such as Bach's St. Matthew Passion, Beethoven's Missa Solemnis, Brahms' German Requiem, and Mahler's Resurrection Symphony provides the student the opportunity to reflect on the integration of his or her discipline and faith, larger liberal arts experience and sense of vocation. Counts toward the Context Studies requirement. May be repeated for credit 3 times.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4701: () Offerings
Prerequisites: MUS 1107, 1108, 1109. A course designed to develop advanced choral conducting skill and techniques.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4702: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 1107, 1108, 1109, or equivalent. A course designed to teach elementary score reading, baton techniques, instrumentation, and conducting with an instrumental emphasis. Offered alternate years.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4800: () Offerings
The course examines research as related to music therapy. Qualitative and quantitative methods are investigated. Students will develop an understanding of how evidence based research supports clinical and educational practice.
Attributes:Upper-Division
MUS 4802: () Offerings
This course investigates theory, research and clinical skills related to the use of music therapy in mental health care. Adult development and the formation and maintenance of self-identity will be explored from a clinical perspective together with issues concerning wellness and palliative care. The course also addresses the relationship between developmental/psychological theories and music therapy practice.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Therapy Majors only.
MUS 4803: () Offerings
Examines literature and music therapy application in hospitals, surgery, and palliative care. Topics include, but are not limited to, cognitive-behavioral impairment, physical rehabilitation, anxiety, and pain management. Guest music therapists currently working in medical fields will be presented during the course.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Therapy Majors only.
MUS 4898: () Offerings
This course serves as the senior year capstone requirement for SPU, as well as preparation for the internship as required by AMTA. Students examine current issues related to the field of music therapy. Classes focus on discussion readings, and personal reflections; students are expected to create a marketing plan/porftfolio. Guest speakers are featured to focus on specific topic areas. Individualized meetings with faculty assist students in internship placement.
Attributes:Upper-Division
MUS 4899: () Offerings
Prerequisites: MUS 1101, 1102, 1103, 2601, 2602, and 2603. This capstone course, along with MUS 4654 and 4655, involves an integrative approach to advanced musicianship. The process includes reading, writing, listening, analysis, composition, improvisation, counterpoint, and computer notation. The in-depth study of great works such as Bach's "St. Matthew Passion," Beethoven's "Missa Solemnis," Brahms' "German Requiem," and Mahler's "Resurrection Symphony" provides the student the opportunity to reflect on the integration of his or her discipline and faith, larger liberal arts experience, and sense of vocation. Counts toward the context studies requirement.
Attributes:Upper-Division, Writing "W" Course Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4900: () Offerings
Student works independently with a faculty member on a mutually agreed upon topic. May be repeated for credit up to 15 credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division
MUS 4920: () Offerings
Independent study in music education. May be repeated for credit up to 9 credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4921: () Offerings
Independent study in music history. May be repeated for credit up to 9 credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4922: () Offerings
Dir Rdngs:Psychology of Music
Attributes:Upper-Division
MUS 4930: () Offerings
Practicum
Attributes:Upper-Division
MUS 4931: () Offerings
Prerequisite: MUS 3931. Students will have greater choice in practicum sites during these three quarters as they assess their individual goals in music therapy. Foci this year will be: Planning and running an entire music therapy session, skill development, clinical issues of transference and countertransference, group dynamics, internship preparation, professional development, research and presentation. May be repeated for credit 3 times.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Therapy Majors only.
MUS 4935: () Offerings
Each student will participate in an intensive weeklong practicum. Briefings, tours, and meetings will be arranged with leading record companies, artist management firms, booking agencies, recording studios, concert promoters, writers, producers, and artists.
Attributes:Upper-Division
MUS 4941: () Offerings
An opportunity for qualified choral conducting students to gain additional proficiency and experience while working with an advanced ensemble. May be repeated for credit up to 10 credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4942: () Offerings
An opportunity for qualified instrumental conducting students to gain additional proficiency and experience while working with an advanced ensemble. May be repeated for credit up to 10 credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4943: () Offerings
An opportunity for music students to gain additional proficiency and experience in an approved project of the student's own design. May be repeated for credit up to 10 credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4944: () Offerings
A minimum of 1020 hours of supervised clinical experience in music therapy at an AMTA national roster internship site. The goal of the internship is to provide clinical training and experience as necessary for success in the practice of music therapy and required for eligibility to take the national examination administered by the Certification Board for Music Therapy. The student will need to have completed all of the requirements for the Bachelor of Arts in Music: Music Therapy Emphasis. The student is required to demonstrate professional level competence in music therapy as defined by AMTA professional competencies. May be repeated for credit 1 time.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Therapy Majors only.
MUS 4950: () Offerings
Topic and credits to be announced in Time Schedule when offered. Topics are offered usually only once and only upon evidence of significant student interest. Topics might include the music of a specific composer, time, or culture; the pedagogy of a particular teacher or methodology; or techniques of a certain approach to performance. May be repeated for credit up to 10 credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Music Majors only. Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
MUS 4960: () Offerings
Special Projects in Music May be repeated for credit up to 10 credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.



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