Class Voice
A study of basic singing techniques designed for the non-vocal music major. The class includes both individual and group instruction. There is the opportunity to explore different genres of singing with primary focus on…
Piano Proficiency I
The Piano Proficiency I course is the first of three levels designed to provide developing musicians with basic keyboard competency. Specifically, students will develop piano technique and music theory through keyboard…
Aural Skills I
Introduction to the study and development of listening and musicianship skills. This course will cover the applications of moveable-do Solfege and la-based minor, melodic dictation, rhythmic dictation, and sight singing…
Aural Skills II
A continuation of the study and development of listening and musicianship skills. This course will cover the applications of moveable-do solfege and la-based minor, melodic dictation, rhythmic dictation, and sight…
Music Appreciation
Designed for the general student, the course aims to enhance the student146s understanding and enjoyment of music through a survey of Western and non-western musical styles. Activities include: assigned readings,…
Choral Arts
Open to all students and community members, Choral Arts offers singers the opportunity to perform deeply rich, engaging, and varied works in an environment that is welcoming and accommodating. There is no expectation…
Rose Chorale
A treble choral ensemble drawn from all major areas in the university. This ensemble performs two major choral concerts each semester including the "A Viterbo Christmas." This chorale performs a variety of literature,…
Concert Choir
Concert Choir is an auditioned, mixed choral ensemble of 70+ singers drawn from all major areas in the university. The choir performs literature from all musical eras including a wide range of genres and stylistic…
Diamond Edition
A select treble show choir ensemble drawn from all major areas in the college community. Emphasis on performing literature from the pop, rock and Broadway repertoire. Combines voice, movement, and stage presence into…
9th Street Singers
A select, small (12-18 voices) choral ensemble dedicated to performing classical, jazz, Broadway, and pop repertoire. Choreography and solo singing may be included in this versatile organization. Enrollment by audition.…
Theory I
Fundamental melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic elements of music will be explored and developed. Specific content includes the study of melodic and rhythmic notation, meter, tonality/modality, intervals, chords and…
Theory II
Fundamental melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic elements learned in MUSC 151 are further developed. Specific content includes an introduction to form in popular and classical music, melodic analysis, non-chord tones, and…
Piano Proficiency II
The Piano Proficiency II course is the second of three levels designed to provide developing musicians with basic keyboard competency. Specifically, students will develop piano technique and music theory through…
Piano Proficiency III
The Piano Proficiency III course is the final package (of three) designed to provide developing musicians with basic keyboard competency. Specifically, students will develop piano technique and music theory through…
Aural Skills III
A continuation of the study and development of listening and musicianship skills. This course will cover the applications of moveable-do solfege, fixed-do solfege, la-based minor, melodic dictation, rhythmic dictation,…
Diction I
A study of the symbols of the International Phonetic Alphabet as used in Italian and German languages. Emphasis is placed on the sounds of these symbols and their application to appropriate vocal literature. Class…
Diction II
Continuation of the study of the symbols of the International Phonetic Alphabet as used in French and English languages. Emphasis is placed on the sounds of these symbols and their application to appropriate vocal…
Musical Structures
Mathematics and music are deeply connected disciplines, with math providing the underlying structure for the physics of sound, musical theory, and composition. Since the time of the ancient Greeks, thinkers have used…
Music Composition
This course explores the fundamentals of music through music composition. Students will learn how to compose a compelling melody, discover why some chords sound better than others, learn how to set text more effectively…
Conducting I
Development of basic conducting skills with emphasis on beat patterns, baton technique, conducting gestures, score preparation and musical styles.
A class which explores application of the principles employed by F.M. Alexander in finding easier use of self in activity. While performing artists have found it useful, this technique is also valuable in everyday…
Special Topics
Courses on topics of interest to music students offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Prerequisite as determined by instructor. Restricted to students with freshman or sophomore standing. May be…
Experiential Learning: Internship
Internship experience relative to the elective area of emphasis for the pedagogy majors and church music minors. Credit for experience must be sought prior to occurrence, and a learning contract must be submitted before…
Independent Study
Independent reading and/or research under the guidance of a music faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. Independent study contract is required. May be repeated for credit.
Piano and Harpsichord Accompanying
Study and development of the skills associated with piano and harpsichord accompanying and collaboration. Students are required to prepare and perform representative literature for piano and other instruments or voices.…