Music (MUSC)
A survey of Western music from early monophony to c. 1750 through an examination of genres and aesthetic foundations. The course will include comparison to non-Western musical traditions.
This course introduces and explores selected western musical phenomena from aesthetic, social, and historical perspectives. Topics will include art and vernacular musics; style and genre; social function and context; the nature and varieties of musical experience. May not be held with MUSC 1050. This course may not be used for credit towards the Bachelor of Music or the Bachelor of Jazz Studies degree.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 1050
Attributes: Recommended Intro Courses
A continuation of MUSC 1004, covering the eras from c. 1750 to the present. A survey of Western music from c. 1750 to the present through an examination of genres and aesthetic foundations. The course will include contemporary art music and comparison to non-Western musical traditions.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1004 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
This course begins with a brief examination of the origins of the popular music industry in the late 19th and early 20th centuries through the development of rock' n 'roll in the 1950s and then surveys the subsequent proliferation of different types of popular music into the 21st century. The course will address representative genres, artists, and record labels in their cultural, political, historical, and technological contexts.
Attributes: Recommended Intro Courses
A broad survey of the development and history of musical theatre from the early days of Vaudeville and burlesque through its evolution to the grand scale Broadway productions of today. This course is designed to reveal the origins and development of modern musical theatre through the study of influential artists, movements and major figures. This course will include a field trip component.
Attributes: Recommended Intro Courses
This course is designed to develop fluency in the writing and recognition of the elements of music: melodic and harmonic intervals, modes and scales, rhythm and metre, triads and inversions, and the principles of melodic and homophonic design. This course is normally restricted to students admitted to the Bachelor of Music or Bachelor of Jazz Studies program. Non-Music students will only be admitted if there is sufficient room in the class.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1930, or knowledge of music rudiments demonstrated by a rudiments test administered by the Faculty of Music before the first day of classes.
Attributes: Recommended Intro Courses
This course is designed to develop fluency in the writing and recognition of the elements of jazz: melodic and harmonic intervals, modes and scales, rhythm and meter, harmonic structure, and the principles of melodic and homophonic design. May not be held with the former MUSC 2112.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1110 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 2112
An examination of the idioms of vocal melody through the writing and analysis of duple paraphrase, duple- and syncopated-rhythm counter-point in two parts, and tonal homophony leading to the Chorale phrase and Bar form.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1110.
Attributes: Recommended Intro Courses
Participation in University Symphony Orchestra, University Wind Ensemble, Upper Voices, Concert Choir, University Jazz Orchestra, University Concert Band or University Singers, as is appropriate to the student's background and/or major applied area (placement to be determined by ensemble committee).
Participation in jazz ensemble(s) as assigned by the ensemble committee. May not be held with the former MUSC 1182. Course entry is subject to audition for students not enrolled in the Bachelor of Jazz Studies program.
Equiv To: MUSC 1182
The practical application of rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic devices, as well as scales, chords, and substitutions in the context of song forms, song fragments, and repertoire. May not be held with the former MUSC 1192.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 1192
An integrated study of the history and theory of Western music to 1750. Continuation in the Music Minor requires a grade "C" or better in this course. This course may not be used as credit towards the Bachelor of Music or the bachelor of Jazz Studies degree.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1930 or Conservatory Canada Grade 4 Theory or RCM Advanced Rudiments or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Attributes: Recommended Intro Courses
An integrated study of the history and theory of Western music from 1750 to the present.Continuation in the Music Minor requires a grade of "C" or better in this course. This course may not be used for credit towards the Bachelor of Music or the Bachelor of Jazz Studies degree.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1280 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Attributes: Recommended Intro Courses
(Lab required) A practical approach to the cultivation of critical aural perception, specifically, to develop the student's sight-singing, transcription and keyboard skills. May not be held with MUSC 1380 or MUSC 1386. For Music students only.
Equiv To: MUSC 1380, MUSC 1386
(Lab required) A practical approach to the cultivation of critical aural perception, specifically, to develop the student's sight-singing, transcription, and keyboard skills within a jazz context. For Music students only. May not be held with MUSC 1384.
Equiv To: MUSC 1384
(Lab required) A practical approach to the cultivation of critical aural perception, specifically, to develop the student's sight-singing, transcription, and keyboard skills within a jazz context. A continuation of MUSC 1386. For Music students only. May not be held with MUSC 1394.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1386 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Equiv To: MUSC 1394
(Lab required) A continuation of MUSC 1384. May not be held with MUSC 1388 or the former MUSC 1390. For Music students only.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1384 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Equiv To: MUSC 1388, MUSC 1390
Individual instruction in one of the following: any of the standard orchestral instruments (strings, woodwinds, brasses, percussion), classical guitar, harp, harpsichord, lute, organ, piano, recorder composition or voice. An important constituent of the grading procedure for this course is performance in, and attendance at, the recitals/concerts of the Faculty of Music. For Music students only.
Individual instruction in an area other than that selected for MUSC 1400 or in composition by special permission. Written consent of the Dean is required prior to registration.
An introduction to fundamental aspects of music such as sound generation, notation, melodic and harmonic construction, with emphasis on an aural approach. This course may not be used for credit towards the Bachelor of Music or the Bachelor of Jazz Studies degree.
Attributes: Recommended Intro Courses
A broad survey of the development of jazz and early popular styles of the 20th Century up until the early 1950s. This course is designed to reveal the origins of modern jazz and conventional jazz performance practices.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1014 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
A broad survey of jazz styles from 1950 to the present, with an emphasis on the development of contemporary performance practices.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2072 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
This course provides an introduction to philosophical, sociological, and psychological perspectives relevant to music teaching and learning, including reflective practice, development of music teacher identity, and critical analysis of pedagogical principles.
An examination of the idioms of instrumental melody through the writing and analysis of triple paraphrase, triple- and quadruple-rhythm counterpoint in two parts, and chromatic homophony leading to the Minuet and binary form.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1120 or the consent of the Faculty of Music.
An examination of the diffusion of tonality in instrumental textures through the writing and analysis of chromatic paraphrase, florid counterpoint in two parts and chromatically-extended homophony leading to the Cavatina and ternary form.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2110 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
A continuation of Jazz Theory 1. New topics will include transcription analysis, transposition of lead sheets, modal and substitute harmony.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1112 or the former MUSC 2112 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Participation in University Symphony Orchestra, University Wind Ensemble, Upper Voices, Concert Choir, University Jazz Orchestra, University Concert Band or University Singers, as is appropriate to the student's background and/or major applied area (placement to be determined by ensemble committee).
Participation in jazz ensemble(s) as assigned by the ensemble committee. May not be held with the former MUSC 2182. Course entry is subject to audition for students not enrolled in the Bachelor of Jazz Studies program.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1184 or the former MUSC 1182.
Equiv To: MUSC 2182
Participation in a Faculty of Music Ensemble other than the one designated in MUSC 2180 or MUSC 2184 (placement to be determined by the Ensemble Committee).
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1190 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
A continuation of MUSC 1194 Jazz Improvisation 1. The practical application of rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic devices, as well as scales, chords, and substitutions in the context of song forms, song fragments, and repertoire. May not be held with the former MUSC 2192.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1194 or the former MUSC 1192 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 2192
(Lab required) A continuation of MUSC 1394. May not be held with MUSC 2380 or MUSC 2386. For Music students only.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1394 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Equiv To: MUSC 2380, MUSC 2386
(Lab required) A practical approach to the cultivation of critical aural perception, specifically, to develop the student's sight-singing, transcription, and keyboard skills within a jazz context. A continuation of MUSC 1388. For Music students only. May not be held with MUSC 2384.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1388 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Equiv To: MUSC 2384
(Lab required) A practical approach to the cultivation of critical aural perception, specifically, to develop the student's sight-singing, transcription, and keyboard skills within a jazz context. A continuation of MUSC 2386. For Music students only. May not be held with MUSC 2394.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2386 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Equiv To: MUSC 2394
(Lab required) A continuation of MUSC 2384. May not be held with MUSC 2388 or MUSC 2390. For Music students only.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2384 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Equiv To: MUSC 2388, MUSC 2390
Individual instruction, normally in the area chosen in MUSC 1400. An important constituent of the grading procedure for this course is performance in and attendance at the recitals/concerts of the Faculty of Music. For Music students only.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1400 or MUSC 1414.
The principles and development of baton technique and expressive gestures. Fundamentals of vocal and instrumental score reading, preparation and interpretation.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: MUSC 1120 or equivalent, or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Advanced training in rules of pronunciation, language use and translation skills in Italian and German. May not be held with MUSC 3820 when titled Advanced Diction 1.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: Consent of the Faculty of Music.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 3820
Advanced training in rules of pronunciation, language use and translation skills in French and English. May not be held with MUSC 3820 when titled Advanced Diction 2.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: Consent of the Faculty of Music.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 3820
A study of music history with emphasis on historical, stylistic, and cultural developments and issues of the Middle Ages. May not be held with the former MUSC 1070 or the former MUSC 3054.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1014 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 1070, MUSC 3054
A study of music history with emphasis on historical, stylistic, and cultural developments and issues of the Renaissance. May not be held with the former MUSC 1070 or the former MUSC 3054.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1014 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 1070, MUSC 3054
Techniques of bibliography and expository writing in music. Minor research projects in selected areas; the use of primary and secondary sources.
Intensive study of plainchant and liturgy in medieval Europe. Topics will include the development and standardization of "Gregorian" chant, issues of style and genre, related repertories, and issues of historiography and performance practice. May not be held with MUSC 3830 when titled Seminar in Gregorian Chant.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: Consent of the Faculty of Music.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 3830
A history of European art music from the late 16th to the early 18th centuries (the so-called Baroque period) beginning with the invention of opera and the monodic and concerted styles in Italy and their subsequent adoption in the rest of Europe and the emergence of national schools and culminating in the works of Bach and Handel. Not to be held with MUSC 1080.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: MUSC 1014 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Equiv To: MUSC 1080
A history of European art music from the early 18th to the early 19th centuries (the so-called Classical period) beginning with the innovations of Neapolitan opera and sinfonia their subsequent adoption in the rest of Europe, culminating in the Viennese school of Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven. Not to be held with MUSC 2070.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: MUSC 1014 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Equiv To: MUSC 2070
A study of the changing styles, forms and contexts of music from the late 18th century to 1915 (the Romantic Period). Not to be held with MUSC 2080.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: MUSC 1014 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Equiv To: MUSC 2080
A study of style, performance methods and social role of selected non-Western and indigenous Western music, with particular emphasis on native Canadian music, through readings in field studies and methodology.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1014.
The nature of the opera, its beginnings and development to modern times.
This course explores the development of musical creativity through active participation in composition, improvisation, and informal music learning. Students will engage with a variety of activities, strategies and tools appropriate for numerous music education contexts.
A history of opera from its origins to the late eighteenth century, tracing various styles, genres and composers through representative works in the central Italian, as well as the French, English and German schools.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: MUSC 1014 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
A study of the fundamentals of part writing such as instrumental range and transposition, various styles of unison writing, simple harmonic writing, melodic, harmonic and rhythmic devices along with standard and non-standard song structures. Course will culminate in a recital of student compositions and arrangements.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2122 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
A history of opera from the late 18th century and the masterpieces of Mozart to the present, tracing the various styles, genres and composers through representative works.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1014 or consent of the faculty of Music.
An in-depth study of standard orchestral excerpts for Cello and Bass from the Baroque and Classical eras, with emphasis on technical and stylistic analysis, execution, and preparation for professional auditions and performance. May not be held with MUSC 3830 when titled Cello Orchestral Excerpts Part 1. Performance stream students (Cello and Bass) only.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 3830
An in-depth study of standard orchestral excerpts for Cello and Bass from the Romantic and Modern eras, with emphasis on technical and stylistic analysis, execution, and preparation for professional auditions and performance. May not be held with MUSC 3830 when titled Cello Orchestral Excerpts Part 2. Performance stream students (Cello and Bass) only.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 3830
A continuation of MUSC 3112. The student will write for larger ensembles, including jazz orchestra. Course will culminate in a performance of student compositions and arrangements. May not be held with the former MUSC 4112.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 3112 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 4112
A study of the technical capabilities and tonal characteristics of orchestral instruments, as well as practical scoring and arranging for various groups, from chamber to full orchestra and band.
Participation in University Symphony Orchestra, University Wind Ensemble, Upper Voices, Concert Choir, University Jazz Orchestra, University Concert Band or University Singers, as is appropriate to the student's background and/or major applied area (placement to be determined by ensemble committee).
Participation in jazz ensemble(s) as assigned by the ensemble committee. May not be held with the former MUSC 3182. Course entry is subject to audition for students not enrolled in the Bachelor of Jazz Studies program.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2184 or the former MUSC 2182.
Equiv To: MUSC 3182
Participation in a Faculty of Music Ensemble other than the one designated in MUSC 3180 or MUSC 3184 (placement to be determined by the Ensemble Committee).
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2190 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
A continuation of MUSC 2194 Jazz Improvisation 2. The practical application of rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic devices, as well as scales, chords, and substitutions in the context of song forms, song fragments, and repertoire. May not be held with the former MUSC 3192.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2194 or the former MUSC 2192 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 3192
(Lab required) The philosophy, techniques and materials in Orff-Schulwerk, including practical activities in the areas of Basic Orff, creative movement, recorder, aural skills, and choral techniques. Applicants should have a working knowledge of music rudiments. May not be held with the former MUSC 3130 or the former MUSC 3106, or MUSC 3360 when titled Choral, Recorder and Movement.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1930 or consent of instructor.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 3106, MUSC 3130, MUSC 3360
(Lab required) An exploration of Orff-Schulwerk theory and pedagogy with materials and activities in Basic Orff, creative movement, recorder, aural skills, and choral techniques. This course is designed to further participants' musical growth and their understanding of lesson planning and curriculum for the elementary years. Laboratory component includes the study of both soprano and alto recorders. May not be held with the former MUSC 3140.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 3200 (C+) or the former MUSC 3106 or the former MUSC 3130 or consent of Instructor.
Equiv To: MUSC 3140
(Lab required) An introduction to contemporary Kodály- inspired pedagogy for preschool and early years contexts. In addition to exploring philosophy, practice, and materials for music teaching and learning, course participants will have opportunities to develop their personal vocal, musicianship and conducting skills in the lab component. May not be held with the former MUSC 3108 or MUSC 3360 when titled Kodály 1: Pedagogy and Materials.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1930 or consent of the Instructor.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 3108, MUSC 3360
(Lab required) Inspired pedagogy, lesson planning, and project work for upper elementary and middle years with continued development of musicianship, conducting, and ensemble music- making in the lab component.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 3220 or the former MUSC 3108 or consent of the Instructor.
A study of the physical basis of music; consideration of the nature of musical sound, tone production of typical musical instruments, scales, and temperaments, and architectural acoustics. Experiments and projects.
Attributes: Mathematics Requirement
For performance majors in the Faculty of Music. Provides training in performance-related skills of the music profession, including such topics as acting, body awareness, self-promotion, career management, master classes, concert organizing, concert promotion and participation.
This course may vary from year to year depending on the needs and interests of instructors and students.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 3220
A survey of popular music in North America and Britain from the mid-sixties to the present, beginning with the two foremost bands of the British Invasion, the Beatles and Stones, and the development of folk rock....The nineties focuses on the continual mainstreaming of music on the edge of rap, alternative and world beat.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1014 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
A survey of popular music in North America from the ragtime craze and Tin Pan Alley tradition, through the development of blues and country to the emergence of Rhythm and Blues and Rock 'n' Roll to the beginnings of the British Invasion.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1014 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
A survey of popular music from the end of twentieth century, beginning with the revolutions that occurred during the late seventies and early eighties (disco and rap, punk and hardcore) that transformed pop music, setting the course for music of the two final decades of the century.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1014 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Individual instruction, normally in the area chosen in MUSC 2400. An important component of the grading procedure for this course is performance in and attendance at the recitals/concerts of the Faculty of Music. For Music students only.
Individual instruction in an area other than that selected for Major Practical Study. Normally a continuation of MUSC 2480. Written consent from the Dean is required prior to registration.
The program must be approved by the applied instructor and the jury members. For Music students in the B. Mus Performance Concentration only.
The program must be approved by the applied instructor and the jury members. For Music students in B.Jazz Studies degree only. May not be held with MUSC 4562.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: MUSC 1014, MUSC 1112, MUSC 1388, and MUSC 2400 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 3552
Individual project designed by the student and a supervising faculty member. This study may be in an academic or applied area. Approval from the Faculty of Music is required.
An introduction to electroacoustic music composition with the focus on acousmatic music. The course covers sound aesthetics, historical perspective of electro-acoustic music, repertoire and basic studio techniques such as sound editing, digital signal processing, multi- channel techniques and sound mixing.
Class instruction in percussion instruments. Development of basic playing techniques and examination of materials and procedures for individual and group instruction.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2460 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Procedures and materials for the development of musicality in children through listening activities, movement, creativity, singing and classroom instruments.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Pre- or co-requisites: MUSC 2460 or the former MUSC 3770 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
The study of basic principles of vocal pedagogy and technique as they apply to educational settings and choral contexts. Study of the anatomy and physiology of breathing, phonation, and resonant tone production. Overview of stages of vocal development, and introduction to diction for choirs. Examination of materials and procedures for group vocal instruction. May not be held with the former MUSC 3770.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2460 or consent of the Instructor.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 3770
Class instruction in woodwind instruments. Development of basic playing techniques and examination of materials and procedures for individual and group instruction.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2460 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Class instruction in brass instruments. Development of basic playing techniques and examination of materials and procedures for individual and group instruction.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2460 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Class instruction in string instruments. Development of basic playing techniques and examination of materials and procedures for individual and group instruction.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2460 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
This course may vary from year to year depending on the needs and interests of instructors and students.
This course may vary from year to year depending on the needs and interests of instructors and students.
Procedures for organizing, rehearsing, and directing small and large group jazz ensembles. Study of repertoire and performance materials, with emphasis on personal understanding of jazz improvisation and style. Not to be held with MUSC 3880.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: MUSC 2460 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Equiv To: MUSC 3880
Class instruction in guitar technique. Development of basic techniques and examination of materials and procedures for individual and group instruction.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2460 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
A survey of the processes, contexts and conceptual constructs of Western art music from 1900 to present.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: MUSC 1014 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
A survey of music theoretical approaches, analytical techniques and compositional trends in Western art music from 1900 to the present.
The study of contrapuntal structures in modal, tonal, neo-tonal and/or post-tonal music. This course will include the analysis of composition in two or more parts in a variety of historical genres, and the creation of pieces modeled directly on the works studied. May not be held with MUSC 3820 when titled Advanced Counterpoint.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: MUSC 1014 and MUSC 2120.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 3820
The student will select a particular area of special interest or significance, work under supervision of a faculty member, and present results in an extended paper. For Music students only.
A study of the female contribution to the art of music from the Middle Ages to the present; emphasis on the changing roles of, and attitudes towards, women as composers and performers.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1014 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
A survey of music in Canada from Colonial times to the present, encompassing both folk, popular and classical traditions.
Survey of historic and contemporary choral repertoire including major choral forms, composers, and performance practice, with a focus on representative works. Introduction to concert programming and planning for diverse choral ensembles. Examination of materials and resources for organizing and administering community, church, and school coral programs. May not be held with the former MUSC 4150 or the former MUSC 4154.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2460 or consent of Instructor.
Equiv To: MUSC 4150, MUSC 4154
Individual instruction, normally in the area chosen in MUSC 3470. An important constituent of the grading procedure for this course is performance in and attendance at the recitals/concerts of the Faculty of Music. For Music students only.
Participation in University Symphony Orchestra, University Wind Ensemble, Upper Voices, Concert Choir, University Jazz Orchestra, University Concert Band or University Singers, as is appropriate to the student's background and/or major applied area (placement to be determined by ensemble committee).
Participation in jazz ensemble(s) as assigned by the ensemble committee. May not be held with the former MUSC 4182. Course entry is subject to audition for students not enrolled in the Bachelor of Jazz Studies program.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 3184 or the former MUSC 3182.
Equiv To: MUSC 4182
Participation in a Faculty of Music Ensemble other than the one designated in MUSC 4180 or MUSC 4184 (placement to be determined by the Ensemble Committee).
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 3190 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
A continuation of MUSC 3194 Jazz Improvisation 3. The practical application of rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic devices, as well as scales, chords, and substitutions in the context of song forms, song fragments, and repertoire. May not be held with the former MUSC 4192.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 3194 or the former MUSC 3192 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 4192
(Lab required) Continues instruction in the theory, philosophy, and pedagogy related to Orff process. Students are expected to create, orchestrate and perform at a high level, and to reach a high standard of competence in the art of teaching especially at the middle school level. Course work features mixed meters, and an exploration of medieval modes and their place in music history and in the Schulwerk. Competence in composing and arranging in the Elemental style and familiarity with materials from the Schulwerk, and Medieval, Renaissance, and Contemporary sources is developed along with recorder work using the full complement of recorders. Fluency on alto and soprano recorder is expected prior to start of the course. May not be held with the former MUSC 3140.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 3210 (B) or consent of Instructor.
Equiv To: MUSC 3140
Kodály-inspired pedagogy for older beginners, senior years contexts, and community ensembles, with continued skill development in musicianship, conducting, and ensemble music-making in the lab component. Open to students outside of the Faculty of Music with written permission from the Faculty of Music.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 3222 or consent of Instructor.
A survey of analytical approaches to tonal and post-tonal music. Aspects of musical structure, perception and performance will be explored through readings and the analysis of major works from the core repertoire.
A selected survey of wind literature from 1500 to the present.
A study of the psychological, philosophical and practical aspects of conducting wind ensembles at all levels.
A comprehensive survey of major composers and their compositions for solo Piano. (Required course for piano Performance majors)
A selected survey of piano chamber music.
A consideration of approaches to the teaching of style and technique, through an examination of the repertoire for the student's major practical study.
An exploration of the foundations of the singer's art and craft, including the physical nature of the singing voice, stages of development, and various national, historical and individual pedagogical approaches to the teaching of singing.
An introduction to the fundamentals of pedagogy within a jazz-specific context. May not be held with the former MUSC 3442 or the former MUSC 4442.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 3194 or the former MUSC 3192 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Equiv To: MUSC 4442
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 3442
Individual instruction, normally in the area chosen in MUSC 3470. An important component of the grading procedure for this course is performance in and attendance at the recitals/concerts of the Faculty of Music. For Music students only.
Individual instruction in an area other than that selected for Major Practical Study. Normally a continuation of MUSC 3480. Written consent of the Dean is required prior to registration.
An introduction to teaching of styles and techniques through an examination of piano repertoire.
Introduction to and training in philosophies and techniques of vocal coaching including both song and operatic repertoire.
Development of skills required of an operatic pianist, including standard arias, operatic scores, working with conductors and developing an orchestral sound. May include participation in community opera events. (by audition only)
The program must be approved by the applied instructor and the jury members. For Music students in B.Mus. Performance only.
Preparation and performance of a public graduation recital. The program must be approved by the applied instructor and the jury members. For Music Students only.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2082, MUSC 2122, MUSC 2394 and MUSC 3554 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 4564
The program must be approved by the applied instructor and the jury members. For Music students in B.Jazz Studies degree only. May not be held with MUSC 4562.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: MUSC 2082, MUSC 2122, MUSC 2388, and MUSC 3554 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Mutually Exclusive: MUSC 4562
Piano repertoire from 1900 to the present.
An introduction to interactive computer music composition. The course covers different techniques for interaction between performers and a computer. Experiments will be done using major software for live MIDI and audio processing. The course also covers sound synthesis. Possibilities are given to write with either projects involving performers or multi-disciplinary projects (e.g., installation including visual elements).
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 3650 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
An introduction to Computer Assisted Composition. The course covers a variety of mathematical models for structuring musical parameters, such as probability, iterative functions, spectral pitch organization, rule-based systems and morphological models. Different environments using the Lisp language are used as a base for experiments.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 1414 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Introduction to methods and pedagogical approaches for students in elementary and middle years choirs. Application of vocal technique, score preparation, and advanced conducting principles to unison, 2-part, and 3-part vocal music for unchanged and changing voices. Examination of materials and resources for classroom instruction in choral music, including appropriate repertoire and methods of assessment. May not be held with the former MUSC 4750.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2460. Pre- or Corequisite: MUSC 3772 (or the former MUSC 3770) or consent of the Faculty of Music.
Equiv To: MUSC 4750
Methods and pedagogical approaches for rehearsing, evaluating, organizing, and conducting changed voices in school and community ensembles. Introduction of teaching strategies and application of vocal technique, score preparation, and advanced conducting principles to mixed voice repertoire in a variety of genres for diverse groups of singers. Examination of materials and resources related to choral music instruction. May not be held with the former MUSC 4760.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2460, MUSC 3772, (the former MUSC 3770), MUSC 4752, (the former MUSC 4750) or consent of the Instructor.
Equiv To: MUSC 4760
The study of principles and methods related to beginning and middle school instrumental pedagogy. Techniques for teaching individual instruments in a group setting and the instruction/administering of a large ensemble program. Close examination of the fundamentals of tone production, technique and instrument specific skills. The study of rehearsal techniques, lesson planning, score preparation and assessment practices. Examination of appropriate instructional materials and repertoire for beginning and middle school instrumental ensembles. May not be held with the former MUSC 4770.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 2460. Pre- or corequisites: MUSC 3690 or MUSC 3780 or MUSC 3790 or MUSC 3800 or MUSC 3894 or consent of Instructor.
Equiv To: MUSC 4770
The continued study of instrumental pedagogy at the high school level. Continued development of approaches to score study, rehearsal techniques and repertoire selection. Application of conducting skills for advancing instrumental ensembles. May not be held with the former MUSC 4780.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisites: MUSC 3780 and MUSC 3790 and MUSC 4772 or the former MUSC 4770 or consent of the Faculty of Music. Pre-corequisite: MUSC 3690 or consent of the Instructor.
Equiv To: MUSC 4780
This course is an extension of MUSC 3894 with a particular focus on developing curricular resources for creative composition, diverse musical styles, and informal music learning. This course provides a brief introduction to electric guitar and ukulele.
PR/CR: A minimum grade of C is required unless otherwise indicated.
Prerequisite: MUSC 3894 or consent of the Faculty of Music.
A study of non-Western musical practices and approaches to learning music, and implications for music teaching. This course is intended to prepare students for the diversity of the 21st century music classroom and studio.
Participation in a Faculty of Music ensemble as is appropriate to the student's background and/or major applied area. (To be decided by the Major Practical Study Teacher in consultation with the ensemble committee).
Individual instruction in the instrument area of study at the Post-Baccalaureate level.
Preparation and performance of a public, full-length recital at the Post-Baccalaureate level. The program, must be approved by the applied instructor and the jury committee judging the recital. It should include an appropriate balance of solo and chamber repertoire.