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This ensemble performs sacred music ranging from Gregorian chant and Renaissance masses to music of living composers. Rehearsals are on Tuesday evenings. The choir is directed by Dr. Lawrence Sisk and open to members of the Lewis University community. May be repeated for credit.
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Prerequisites
Audition.
Chamber Choir is a collegiate choral ensemble of men and women. The diverse repertoire, both sacred and secular, ranges from Renaissance madrigals to vocal jazz. The ensemble rehearses twice weekly and performs at concerts and other events. May be repeated for credit.
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Prerequisites
Audition.
This group rehearses on Monday evenings and performs gospel music. May be repeated for credit.
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The jazz band specializes in the big band sound and rehearses on Thursday evenings. The band is directed by Tom Drake. May be repeated for credit.
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Prerequisites
Audition.
The Metropolitan Youth Symphony Orchestra, directed by Dr. Lawrence Sisk, performs orchestral music of the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries and rehearses on Wednesday evenings. The ensemble is open to University students by audition. May be repeated for credit.
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Prerequisites
Audition.
Provides basic instruction in recording live events. To hone their skills, students will record events hosted by the Music Department throughout the semester. Additionally, students will transfer recordings into the computer, learn basic mixing techniques, duplicate CD's, and become proficient in a variety of recording techniques of live performances. May be repeated for credit.
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An introductory course in music literature and history for the non-major, this course fulfills the general education fine arts requirement.
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A survey of American popular music of the 20th century, this course satisfies the general education fine arts requirement.
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An introductory course for the non-major, this course traces the development of Black music in America from its African roots to the present. Topics include Jazz, Blues, the Harlem Renaissance, and Black music in Chicago. Fulfills the general education fine arts requirement. May be taken in conjunction with
14-103 Gospel Choir.
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This course provides a historical overview of the origins of Jazz and its most important and influential musicians from 1900 to the present. This course fulfills the general education fine arts requirement.
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This introduction to music theory includes the study of scales, keys, modes, melody, rhythm, harmony, and aural skills. Must be taken with
14-122 Music Theory I Lab. All theory courses involve computer-assisted instruction.
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Prerequisites
Ability to read musical notation in treble and bass clefs.
Corequisites
14-122.
A continuation of
14-120, this course focuses on the four-part harmony of the 18th century. All theory courses involve computer-assisted music instruction. Students must enroll in
14-123 Music Theory II Lab.
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Prerequisites
14-120 or consent.
Corequisites
14-123.
An introductory aural skills course, Music Theory I Lab develops fundamental musicianship skills, including sight-reading tonal melodies with solfeggio. Must be taken in conjunction with
14-120 Music Theory I.
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Prerequisites
Ability to read musical notation in treble and bass clefs.
Corequisites
14-120.
An aural skills and keyboard harmony course, Music Theory II Lab builds upon the basic skills introduced in Music Theory I Lab. Melodies with modulations are introduced along with keyboard progressions using primary and secondary chords. Must be taken in conjunction with
14-121 Music Theory II.
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Prerequisites
14-120.
Corequisites
14-121.
This class is designed for beginners. Students must have their own instruments.
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This course offers instruction in the technique and literature of the guitar from intermediate to advanced levels of study. Students must have their own instruments. May be repeated for credit.
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This course provides instruction in the technique and literature of the classical guitar from intermediate to advanced levels of study. Students must have their own guitars with nylon strings. May be repeated for credit.
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Prerequisites
14-130 or consent of instructor.
Students are instructed in the technique and literature of the bass guitar from beginning to advanced levels. Students must have their own instruments. May be repeated for credit.
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This course offers instruction in the technique and literature of the banjo from beginning to advanced levels. Students must have their own instruments. May be repeated.
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Students get instruction in the technique and literature of the trumpet at all levels. Students must have their own instruments. Instruction is provided for both majors and non-majors. May be repeated for credit.
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Students get instruction in the technique and literature of the French horn at all levels. Students must have their own instruments. Instruction is provided for both majors and non-majors. May be repeated for credit.
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Students get instruction in the technique and literature of the trombone at all levels. Students must have their own instruments. Instruction is provided for both majors and non-majors. May be repeated for credit.
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This course provides instruction in the technique and literature of the organ covering beginning to advanced levels. The course is designed for students with a strong background in keyboard study. May be repeated for credit.
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Students are instructed on the various percussion instruments covering beginning to advanced levels of study. May be repeated for credit.
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Students get instruction in the technique and literature of the violin and/or viola at all levels. Students must have their own instruments. Instruction is provided for both majors and non-majors. May be repeated for credit.
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Students get instruction in the technique and literature of the cello at all levels. Students must have their own instruments. Instruction is provided for both majors and non-majors. May be repeated for credit.
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Students get instruction in the technique and literature of the double bass at all levels. Students must have their own instruments. Instruction is provided for both majors and non-majors. May be repeated for credit.
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Students get instruction in the technique and literature of the clarinet at all levels. Students must have their own instruments. May be repeated for credit.
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Students get instruction in the technique and literature of the flute at all levels. Students must have their own instruments. May be repeated for credit.
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This course provides instruction in the technique and literature of the oboe at all levels. Students must have their own instruments. May be repeated for credit.
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This course provides instruction in the technique and literature of the bassoon at all levels. Students must have their own instrument. May be repeated for credit.
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This course provides instruction in the technique and literature of the saxophone at all levels. Both jazz and classical styles may be addressed. Literature is specifically chosen for each student's ability and level of advancement. Students must have their own instrument. May be repeated for credit.
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Basic skills of keyboard technique are developed through theory, composition, improvisation and literature. Small classes are taught in the piano lab. Each student has his or her own electric piano with headset.
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Private piano instruction is given at the beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels. Some background is required. May be repeated for credit.
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Prerequisites
Consent of the instructor.
This instruction is designed to acquaint students with fundamental techniques of good vocal production. Literature is specially chosen for each student's ability and goal. May be repeated for credit.
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Private instruction is provided in composing music, with emphasis on computer-assisted techniques. May be repeated for credit.
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This course for Music majors and minors surveys the works of the major composers from the Middle Ages to the present day.
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Prerequisites
Majors and minors. Ability to read music notation. Does not satisfy the Fine Arts Requirement.