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MUSI 401 - Introduction to Music
Credits:
4.00
Fundamental approach to perceptive listening based on a
detailed study of several masterpieces representing
different periods and forms. Historical perspective, but
main emphasis is on confronting significant works of
musical art on their own terms. Some participation in
musical life of the University required. Does not fulfill a
major requirement.
MUSI 401H - Honors/Introduction to Music
Credits:
4.00
Fundamental approach to perceptive listening based on a
detailed study of several masterpieces representing
different periods and forms. Historical perspective, but
main emphasis is on confronting significant works of
musical art on their own terms. Some participation in
musical life of the University required. Does not fulfill a
major requirement.
MUSI 402 - Survey of Music History
Credits:
4.00
The study of the development of musical styles and idioms
in the context of selected historical and cultural aspects
of Western civilization.
MUSI 402H - Honors/Survey of Music History
Credits:
4.00
The study of the development of musical styles and idioms
in the context of selected historical and cultural aspects
of Western civilization.
MUSI 411 - Fundamentals of Music Theory
Credits:
4.00
Elements of music theory for the non-music major;
principles of musical structure, analysis, elementary
written counterpoint and harmony, and ear training. May not
be counted for credit toward a music major. Prereq: ability
to read music and permission of the instructor.
MUSI 412 - Fundamentals of Music Theory
Credits:
4.00
Elements of music theory for the non-music major;
principles of musical structure, analysis, elementary
written counterpoint and harmony, and ear training. May not
be counted for credit toward a music major. Prereq: ability
to read music and permission of the instructor. Prereq:
MUSI 411 or permission of instructor.
MUSI 441 - Concert Choir
Credits:
1.00
A mixed chorus that studies and performs classical and
modern literature. Recommended for voice majors. Open to
all students. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits.
MUSI 442 - Chamber Singers
Credits:
1.00
A specialized mixed chamber choir that concentrates on the
a cappella repertoire from the Renaissance to the present.
Prereq: Audition.
Co-requisites:
MUSI 441
MUSI 444 - Music and Social Change
Credits:
4.00
The connections between music and social change with a
twofold goal: 1) to heighten critical listening skills so
as to become more aware of ways in which music can express
social attitudes; and 2) to introduce the social, cultural,
and political issues surrounding the music being studied.
Course work consists of listening to selected repertoires,
reading scholarly and popular essays about those
repertories, and extensive in-class (and on-line)
discussion about issues raised by the listening and
reading. Writing intensive.
MUSI 448 - Opera Workshop
Credits:
1.00
Operatic singing, acting, and production techniques;
performance of both complete operas and operatic excerpts.
Prereq: audition.
MUSI 450 - Symphony
Credits:
1.00
Presents several concerts during the year of repertoire
ranging from the great, standard symphonic literature to
large modern works. Prereq: audition.
MUSI 451 - Concert Band
Credits:
1.00
The Concert Band performs serious, concert music, ranging
from transcriptions of works for other mediums, to the
20th century "classics" of the wind band repertoire and
music written for wind band. Anyone with previous band
experience is welcome. Auditions are for chair placement
only. May be repeated up to a maximum of 12 credits.
MUSI 452 - Wind Symphony
Credits:
1.00
Select wind ensemble which performs difficult classical
and contemporary literature. Prereq: audition.
MUSI 453 - Symphonic Band
Credits:
1.00
Original band music, transcription, marches, etc. For
students whose program does not permit music as a major
interest, but who are interested in maintaining their
playing proficiency and continuing their study of music.
May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits. Prereq: audition
MUSI 454 - UNH Marching Band
Credits:
1.00
Open to all students; performs during football games.
Rehearsals conclude at the end of the football season. May
be repeated up to a maximum of 8 credits. 0 or 1 credit.
MUSI 455 - Piano Ensemble
Credits:
1.00
Drawing from available student instrumentalists and
singers, pianists learn the art of performing in trios,
duo sonatas, and two-piano works, and gain experience in
Lieder accompaniment.
MUSI 456 - String Ensemble
Credits:
1.00
Groups of instrumentalists gain experience in the
performance of literature for the smaller ensemble.
Prereq: permission.
MUSI 457 - Woodwind Ensemble
Credits:
1.00
Groups of instrumentalists gain experience in the
performance of literature for the smaller ensemble.
Prereq: permission.
MUSI 458 - Brass Ensemble
Credits:
1.00
Groups of instrumentalists gain experience in the
performance of literature for the smaller ensemble.
Prereq: permission.
MUSI 459 - Percussion Ensemble
Credits:
1.00
Groups of instrumentalists gain experience in the
performance of literature for the smaller ensemble.
Prereq: permission.
MUSI 460 - Jazz Band
Credits:
1.00
Two jazz bands perform a wide spectrum of big band
literature. May be repeated up to a maximum of 8 credits.
Prereq: audition.
MUSI 462 - Pep Band
Credits:
1.00
Rehearsal and performance of a broad range of band music
at hockey and basketball games. May be repeated up to a
maximum of 8 credits. 0 or 1 credit.
MUSI 463 - Jazz Combo
Credits:
1.00
Groups of instrumentalists gain experience in the
performance of literature for the smaller jazz ensemble.
May be repeated up to a maximum of 9 credits. Prereq:
permission.
MUSI 464 - Guitar Ensemble
Credits:
1.00
Groups of instrumentalists gain experience in the
performance of literature for the smaller ensemble. May be
repeated up to a maximum of 9 credits. Prereq: permission.
MUSI 471 - Theory I
Credits:
3.00
Introduces the tonal system; species counterpoint;
principles of voice leading and harmonic progression
through the analysis, realization, and composition of one-,
two-,and four-voiced textures. Concept of triad inversion
and consonant diatonic harmonies of the major and minor
modes. Students should register for MUSI 473-474
concurrently. Prereq: permission.
MUSI 472 - Theory I
Credits:
3.00
Introduces the tonal system; species counterpoint;
principles of voice leading and harmonic progression
through the analysis, realization, and composition of one-,
two-,and four-voiced textures. Concept of triad inversion
and consonant diatonic harmonies of the major and minor
modes. Students should register for MUSI 473-474
concurrently. Prereq: permission. Prereq: MUSI 471.
MUSI 473 - Ear Training I
Credits:
1.00
Laboratory exercises to develop aural skills;
sight-singing and dictation. Students should register for
MUSI 471-472 concurrently. Prereq: permission.
MUSI 474 - Ear Training I
Credits:
1.00
Laboratory exercises to develop aural skills;
sight-singing and dictation. Students should register for
MUSI 471-472 concurrently. Prereq: permission. Prereq: MUSI
473.
MUSI 475 - Functional Piano I
Credits:
1.00
Basic instruction for music majors with no previous
keyboard training. Piano technique, keyboard harmony
geared to the practical harmonization of simple melodies,
sight reading, transposition, and modulation. May involve
both class instruction and periodic short individual
lessons. Prereq: permission.
Co-requisites:
MUSI 471, MUSI 473
MUSI 476 - Functional Piano I
Credits:
1.00
Basic instruction for music majors with no previous
keyboard training. Piano technique, keyboard harmony
geared to the practical harmonization of simple melodies,
sight reading, transposition, and modulation. May involve
both class instruction and periodic short individual
lessons. Prereq: permission. Prereq: MUSI 475.
Co-requisites:
MUSI 472, MUSI 474
MUSI 501 - History and Literature of Music
Credits:
3.00
Styles, forms, and techniques of composition in Western
music. Prereq: completion of MUSI 472 or MUSI 412;
permission.
MUSI 502 - History and Literature of Music
Credits:
3.00
Styles, forms, and techniques of composition in Western
music. Prereq: completion of MUSI 472 or MUSI 412;
permission.
MUSI 511 - Survey of Music in America
Credits:
4.00
From colonial times to the present, including the various
European influences, the quest for an American style, and
the emergence of such indigenous phenomena as jazz.
MUSI 515 - Music in World Cultures
Credits:
4.00
The connections between music and other cultural practices
and institutions with a focus on the musical traditions
and institutions of several cultures. Emphasizes the role
of music in society. Examines the materials and methods
used to study music and musical life in any culture, as
well as concepts in ethnomusicology. Musical training and
background not required.
MUSI 520 - Diction for Singers I
Credits:
2.00
Application of International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) to
English, French, German, and Italian. Emphasizes both
written and spoken performance.
MUSI 521 - Diction for Singers II
Credits:
2.00
Application of International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) to
English, French, German, and Italian. Emphasizes both
written and spoken performance. Prereq: MUSI 520.
MUSI 536 - Early Wind Instruments
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in Renaissance and Baroque wind
instruments. May be repeated. Special fee.
MUSI 541 - Piano
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in piano. May be repeated. Special fee
for non-majors.
MUSI 545 - Voice
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in voice. May be repeated. Special fee
for non-majors.
MUSI 546 - Violin
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in violin. May be repeated. Special fee
for non-majors.
MUSI 547 - Viola
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in viola. May be repeated. Special fee
for non-majors.
MUSI 548 - Violoncello
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in violoncello. May be repeated.
Special fee for non-majors.
MUSI 549 - String Bass
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in string bass. May be repeated.
Special fee for non-majors.
MUSI 551 - Flute
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in flute. May be repeated. Special fee
for non-majors.
MUSI 552 - Clarinet
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in clarinet. May be repeated. Special
fee for non-majors.
MUSI 553 - Saxophone
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in saxophone. May be repeated. Special
fee for non-majors.
MUSI 554 - Oboe
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in oboe. May be repeated. Special fee
for non-majors.
MUSI 555 - Bassoon
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in bassoon. May be repeated. Special
fee for non-majors.
MUSI 556 - French Horn
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in French horn. May be repeated.
Special fee for non-majors.
MUSI 557 - Trumpet
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in trumpet. May be repeated. Special
fee for non-majors.
MUSI 558 - Trombone
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in trombone. May be repeated. Special
fee for non-majors.
MUSI 559 - Euphonium
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in euphonium. May be repeated. Special
fee for non-majors.
MUSI 560 - Tuba
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in tuba. May be repeated. Special fee
for non-majors.
MUSI 561 - Percussion
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in percussion. May be repeated.
Special fee for non-majors.
MUSI 562 - Jazz Piano
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in jazz piano. May be repeated.
Special fee for non-majors. Permission required.
MUSI 563 - Jazz Guitar
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in jazz guitar. May be repeated.
Special fee for non-majors.
MUSI 564 - Drum Set
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in drum set. May be repeated. Special
fee for non-majors.
MUSI 571 - Theory II
Credits:
3.00
Continuation of MUSI 471-472. Compositional and analytical
work stresses the treatment of dissonance within the tonal
system; accessory tones, seventh chords, tonicization,
modulation, basic principles of chromatic harmony, and
harmonization of chorale melodies are covered. Students
should register for MUSI 573-574 concurrently. Prereq: MUSI
472; 474.
MUSI 572 - Theory II
Credits:
3.00
Continuation of MUSI 471-472. Compositional and analytical
work stresses the treatment of dissonance within the tonal
system; accessory tones, seventh chords, tonicization,
modulation, basic principles of chromatic harmony, and
harmonization of chorale melodies are covered. Students
should register for MUSI 573-574 concurrently. Prereq: MUSI
472; 474. Prereq: MUSI 571.
MUSI 573 - Ear Training II
Credits:
1.00
Laboratory exercises to develop aural skills further.
Students should register for MUSI 571-572 concurrently.
Prereq: MUSI 472; 474; permission.
MUSI 574 - Ear Training II
Credits:
1.00
Laboratory exercises to develop aural skills further.
Students should register for MUSI 571-572 concurrently.
Prereq: MUSI 472; 474; permission.
MUSI 575 - Functional Piano II
Credits:
1.00
Basic instruction for music majors with no previous
keyboard training. Piano technique, keyboard harmony
geared to the practical harmonization of simple melodies,
sight reading, transposition, and modulation. May involve
both class instruction and periodic short individual
lessons. Prereq: permission. Prereq: MUSI 476.
Co-requisites:
MUSI 571, MUSI 573
MUSI 576 - Functional Piano II
Credits:
1.00
Basic instruction for music majors with no previous
keyboard training. Piano technique, keyboard harmony
geared to the practical harmonization of simple melodies,
sight reading, transposition, and modulation. May involve
both class instruction and periodic short individual
lessons. Prereq: permission. Prereq: MUSI 575.
Co-requisites:
MUSI 572, MUSI 574
MUSI 595 - Special Topics in Music Literature
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Open to music majors and non-majors; topics in areas not
easily covered in historical courses. Prereq: permission.
May be repeated for credit.
MUSI 703 - Music of the Renaissance
Credits:
3.00
Works of the 15th- and 16th-century composers from
Dunstable to Palestrina. Prereq: MUSI 501 and 502 or
permission. Writing intensive.
MUSI 705 - Music of the Baroque
Credits:
3.00
Music of Europe from de Rore to Bach. Prereq: MUSI 501 and
502 or permission. Writing intensive.
MUSI 707 - Music of the Classical Period
Credits:
3.00
Growth of musical styles and forms from early classicism
through the high classicism of Haydn, Mozart, and the
young Beethoven. Prereq: MUSI 501 and 502 or permission.
Writing intensive.
MUSI 709 - Music of the Romantic Period
Credits:
3.00
A survey of romanticism in music from Beethoven's late
period to the end of the 19th century. The works of
Schubert, Berlioz, Schumann, Mendelssohn, Chopin, Wagner,
Verdi, Brahms, Austrian symphonists, French
pre-impressionists, and national styles in European music.
Prereq: MUSI 501 and 502 or permission. Writing intensive.
MUSI 711 - Music of the 20th and 21st Centuries
Credits:
3.00
Styles and techniques of composers from Debussy to the
present. Special emphasis on tonal music before World War
I, neoclassical trends, the emergence of atonality and
serial techniques, electronic music. Prereq: MUSI 501 and
502 or permission. Writing intensive.
MUSI 713 - Art Song
Credits:
3.00
History and literature of the solo song with piano
accompaniment. Survey of national styles of the 19th and
20th centuries and deeper study of the central core of the
art song--the German Lied. Prereq: MUSI 501 and 502 or
permission. Writing intensive.
MUSI 715 - Survey of Opera
Credits:
3.00
History of the genre from Monteverdi to the present.
Prereq: MUSI 501 and 502 or permission. Writing intensive.
MUSI 731 - Conducting
Credits:
2.00
Physical aspects, equipment of conductor, fundamental
gestures and beats, baton techniques. Reading and analysis
of full and condensed scores, study of transposition,
psychology of rehearsal. Prereq: MUSI 571.
MUSI 732 - Conducting
Credits:
2.00
Physical aspects, equipment of conductor, fundamental
gestures and beats, baton techniques. Reading and analysis
of full and condensed scores, study of transposition,
psychology of rehearsal. Prereq: MUSI 571. Prereq: MUSI 731.
MUSI 736 - Early Wind Instruments
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in Renaissance and Baroque wind
instruments. May be repeated. Special fee.
MUSI 741 - Piano
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in piano. May be repeated. Special fee
for non-majors.
MUSI 745 - Voice
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in voice. May be repeated. Special fee
for non-majors.
MUSI 746 - Violin
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in violin. May be repeated. Special fee
for non-majors.
MUSI 747 - Viola
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in viola. May be repeated. Special fee
for non-majors.
MUSI 748 - Violoncello
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in violoncello. May be repeated.
Special fee for non-majors.
MUSI 749 - String Bass
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in string bass. May be repeated.
Special fee for non-majors.
MUSI 751 - Flute
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in flute. May be repeated. Special fee
for non-majors.
MUSI 752 - Clarinet
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in clarinet. May be repeated. Special
fee for non-majors.
MUSI 753 - Saxophone
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in saxophone. May be repeated. Special
fee for non-majors.
MUSI 754 - Oboe
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in oboe. May be repeated. Special fee
for non-majors.
MUSI 755 - Bassoon
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in bassoon. May be repeated. Special
fee for non-majors.
MUSI 756 - French Horn
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in French horn. May be repeated.
Special fee for non-majors.
MUSI 757 - Trumpet
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in trumpet. May be repeated. Special
fee for non-majors.
MUSI 758 - Trombone
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in trombone. May be repeated. Special
fee for non-majors.
MUSI 759 - Euphonium
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in euphonium. May be repeated. Special
fee for non-majors.
MUSI 760 - Tuba
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in tuba. May be repeated. Special fee
for non-majors.
MUSI 761 - Percussion
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in percussion. May be repeated. Special
fee for non-majors.
MUSI 762 - Jazz Piano
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in jazz piano. May be repeated. Special
fee for non-majors. Permission required.
MUSI 763 - Jazz Guitar
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in jazz guitar. May be repeated.
Special fee for non-majors.
MUSI 764 - Drum Set
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
Private instruction in drum set. May be repeated. Special
fee for non-majors.
MUSI 771 - Counterpoint
Credits:
3.00
Contrapuntal techniques of tonal music. Melodic
construction and dissonance treatment through work in
species counterpoint and studies in harmonic elaboration
and prolongation. Analysis of selected compositions
emphasizes the connection between fundamental contrapuntal
techniques and the voice-leading of composition. Prereq:
MUSI 572 or permission.
MUSI #772 - Counterpoint
Credits:
3.00
See description for MUSI 771.
MUSI 775 - Composition
Credits:
3.00
Construction of phrases, periods, and short compositions
following classical models. Problems of text-setting.
Prereq MUSI 572 or permission.
MUSI 776 - Composition
Credits:
3.00
Construction of phrases, periods, and short compositions
following classical models. Problems of text-setting.
Prereq MUSI 572 or permission. Prereq: MUSI 775 or
permission.
MUSI 777 - Advanced Composition
Credits:
3.00
Continuation of MUSI 776. Individual compositional
projects. Prereq: MUSI 776 and permission. May be repeated
for credit.
MUSI 779 - Orchestration
Credits:
3.00
Characteristics of band and orchestral instruments both
individually and in small (homogeneous) and large mixed
groupings. Students study scores, write assignments, and
have arrangements performed if possible. Prereq: MUSI 572
or permission.
MUSI 781 - Analysis: Form and Structure
Credits:
3.00
Introduces analytical techniques through the study of
representative masterworks: formal and structural elements
and their interrelationships. Analysis of 18th- and 19th
century works. Prereq: MUSI 572 or permission.
MUSI 781W - Analysis: Form and Structure
Credits:
3.00
Introduces analytical techniques through the study of
representative masterworks: formal and structural elements
and their interrelationships. Analysis of 18th- and 19th
century works. Prereq: MUSI 572 or permission. Special fee.
Writing intensive.
MUSI 782 - Analysis: Form and Structure
Credits:
3.00
Introduction to analytical techniques through the study of
representative masterworks: formal and structural elements
and their interrelationships. Analysis of 20th- and
21st-century works. Prereq: MUSI 572 or permission.
MUSI 782W - Analysis: Form and Structure
Credits:
3.00
Introduction to analytical techniques through the study of
representative masterworks: formal and structural elements
and their interrelationships. Analysis of 20th- and
21st-century works. Prereq: MUSI 572 or permission. Writing
intensive.
MUSI 795 - Special Studies
Credits:
1.00 to 4.00
A) J.S. Bach, B) Franz Schubert, C) Debussy and Ravel, D)
the world of jazz, E) piano literature, F) 19th century
French music, G) advanced analysis, H) advanced study in
electronic music, I) composition through computer-generated
sound, J) woodwind literature, K) brass literature, L)
string literature, M) medieval performance practice, N)
renaissance performance practice, O) baroque performance
practice, P) classical performance practice, Q) 19th
century performance practice, R) 20th century performance
practice, S) woodwind repair, T) string repair, U) advanced
jazz improvisation, V) advanced piano pedagogy, W) advanced
accompanying, X) advanced conducting, Y) independent study.
Prereq: permission. May be repeated for credit with
permission.