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MUSIC (DESCRIPTIONS AND PREREQUISITES) |
| Courses designated “E”are for enrichment only. These courses are for zero credit and are not transferable to any institution. Fees for “E”courses include instructor costs and fees. |
| MUSI 100 |
Fundamentals of Music |
2 CR |
| This course develops the fundamental skills necessary for reading music and understanding rhythm and melody. This course prepares the non-music reader for MUSI 130.Lab Fee |
| MUSI 103 |
Women’s Ensemble |
1 CR |
| An ensemble of female vocalists which emphasizes general musicianship and provides training in all musical styles of women’s chorus literature. Performances will be presented on campus and in the community. [16-16-32] |
| MUSI 103E |
Women’s Ensemble |
0 CR |
| Same description as MUSI 103. [16-16-32] |
| MUSI 104 |
Community Choir |
1 CR |
| A mixed ensemble which develops general musicianship and provides training in choral singing. Repertoire consists of a wide variety of music and styles, traditional to multi-cultural. Performances are presented both on and off campus. Course may be repeated for credit toward graduation for up to four credit hours. [24-24-48] |
| MUSI 104E |
Community Choir |
0 CR |
| Same description as MUSI 104. [24-24-48] |
| MUSI 105 |
Kellogg Singers |
1 CR |
| Prior vocal and/or instrumental experience is recommended. Show entertainment ensemble that gives students the opportunity to develop their vocal skills while performing challenging contemporary and traditional choral literature. A small instrumental combo accompanies the ensemble, and choreography and solo opportunities are included. The ensemble maintains an active performance schedule on campus and throughout Michigan. Course may be repeated for credit toward graduation up to four credit hours. |
| MUSI 105E |
Kellogg Singers |
0 CR |
| Same description as MUSI 105. |
| MUSI 106 |
Eclectic Chorale |
1 CR |
| A choir ensemble that develops general musicianship and provides training in choral singing. The repertoire will consist of multicultural sacred and contemporary works. The class, developed for readers and non-readers of music, will include basic choral techniques and methods. Performances are presented on campus and in the community. Course may be repeated for credit toward graduation up to four credit hours. |
| MUSI 106E |
Eclectic Chorale |
0 CR |
| Same description as MUSI 106. |
| MUSI 107 |
Voice Class |
2 CR |
| A study of the fundamental processes of breath control, tone production, diction, blending, and interpretation. The learning experience is augmented through the use of video and audio taping. The course is designed to benefit students interested in solo and choral singing.[0-48-48] Lab Fee |
| MUSI 107E |
Voice Class |
0 CR |
| Same description as MUSI 107. [0-48-48] |
| MUSI 120 |
Beginning Piano Class |
2 CR |
| Emphasis is on the development of basic skills in music reading, simple transposition, chord and scale structure, and elementary accompaniment techniques. [0-48-48] Lab Fee |
| MUSI 120E |
Beginning Piano Class |
0 CR |
| Same description as MUSI 120. [0-48-48] Lab Fee |
| MUSI 121 |
Intermediate Piano Class |
2 CR |
| Prerequisite: MUSI 120. Further emphasis on the development of keyboard skills with the playing of compositions in various musical styles. [0-48-48] Lab Fee |
| MUSI 121E |
Intermediate Piano Class |
0 CR |
| Same description as MUSI 121. [0-48-48] Lab Fee |
| MUSI 125 |
Applied Music |
1-2 CR |
| Open to all students. Credit is given to students for applied lessons with private music teachers approved by the College. This is a performance-oriented course and may be taken for either one or two credits. Lab Fee |
| MUSI 126 |
Applied Music II |
1-2 CR |
| Prerequisite: MUSI 125. A continuation of MUSI 125. Credit is given for private study with music teachers approved by the College. This is a performance-oriented course and can be taken for one or two credits. Lab Fee |
| MUSI 127E |
Applied Music—Enrichment |
0 CR |
| Open to all students. This non-credit course is designed for those students who wish to study music with a private teacher, but do not need college credit. This course may be repeated. Lab Fee |
| MUSI 130 |
Music Theory I |
3 CR |
| Students are required to take MUSI 132 concurrently with MUSI 130. A study of fundamentals, including notation, scales, intervals, basic chord constructions, and the rhythmic/metric aspect of music. Emphasis is placed on the acquisition of basic skills necessary for composition and harmonization of music. Lab Fee |
| MUSI 131 |
Music Theory II |
3 CR |
| Prerequisites: MUSI 130 and 132. A continuation of MUSI 130 emphasizing non-harmonic tones. Introduction to diatonic seventh chords and their resolutions, borrowed chords, non-dominant seventh chords, and diatonic common chord modulations. Lab Fee |
| MUSI 132 |
Aural Comprehension/Music Reading I |
1 CR |
| Students are required to take MUSI 130 concurrently with MUSI 132. A sequential course designed to develop critical listening skills in music reading with special emphasis on ear training and sight singing. Students will be encouraged to participate in computer-assisted instruction for additional assistance. [16-16-32] Lab Fee |
| MUSI 134 |
Aural Comprehension/Music Reading II |
1 CR |
| Students are required to take MUSI 131 concurrently with MUSI 134. A continuation of MUSI 132. This course is designed to develop critical listening skills in music reading with special emphasis on ear training and sight singing. Students will be encouraged to participate in computer-assisted instruction for additional assistance. [16-16-32] Lab Fee |
| MUSI 141 |
Fundamentals of Music for Teaching |
3 CR |
| Designed to prepare the student to use the rudiments of music through singing and playing informal instruments. Includes a survey of elementary school music texts, music listening activities, skills of music reading, and creative work in music. Lab Fee |
| MUSI 160 |
Concert Band |
1 CR |
| Prior experience on a band instrument is necessary. Concert band is an all-campus organization dedicated to the performance of fine literature. The aesthetic aspect of the music is stressed, and special emphasis is placed on musical style. This ensemble presents concerts on campus and in the surrounding community. Course may be repeated for credit toward graduation up to four credit hours. [0-48-48] |
| MUSI 160E |
Concert Band |
0 CR |
| Same description as MUSI 160. [0-48-48] |
| MUSI 161 |
Jazz Band |
1 CR |
| Prior playing experience on a band instrument is necessary. The Jazz Band affords students the opportunity to develop performance skills in contemporary and traditional jazz music. Performances are presented on campus and in the community and will include music from areas of jazz and various rock idioms. Course may be repeated for credit toward graduation up to four credit hours. [0-48-48] |
| MUSI 161E |
Jazz Band |
0 CR |
| Same description as MUSI 161. [0-48-48] |
| MUSI 170 |
Youth Orchestra |
0.5 CR |
| Prerequisite: audition required. A study of masterpieces of Western culture through performance in rehearsal hall and public concerts. Course may be repeated for credit up to a maximum of four semester hours. [0-48-48] |
| MUSI 170E |
Youth Orchestra |
0 CR |
| Same description as MUSI 170. [0-48-48] |
| MUSI 211 |
Music Appreciation |
3 CR |
| Designed to acquaint the student with outstanding works of music literature by means of recordings and actual performances. Brief lectures and discussion deal with the elements of music, how they function in various works and in different musical styles, and with the development of musical forms. Humanities credit. |
| MUSI 225 |
Applied Music III |
1-2 CR |
| Prerequisite: MUSI 126. A continuation of MUSI 126. Credit is given for private study with music teachers approved by the College. This is a performance-oriented course and can be taken for one or two credits. Lab Fee |
| MUSI 226 |
Applied Music IV |
1-2 CR |
| Prerequisite: MUSI 225. A continuation of MUSI 225. Credit is given for private study. Lab Fee |
| MUSI 227 |
Accompanying |
1 CR |
| Prior keyboard experience is necessary. This course is for students who will be accompanists for the KCC Singers and/or Jazz Ensemble and may be repeated for credit not to exceed a total of two credit hours. Supervised experience in accompanying vocal and instrumental music, both solo and ensemble. [0-16-16] |
| MUSI 232 |
Music Theory III |
3 CR |
| Prerequisites: MUSI 131 and 134. A continuation of MUSI 131 with emphasis on diatonic and chromatic modulations, augmented sixth chords, neapolitan sixth chords, sixth and other altered chords. Additional emphasis on music analysis and original composition. MUSI 232 must be taken concurrently with MUSI 235. Lab Fee |
| MUSI 233 |
Music Theory IV |
3 CR |
| Prerequisite: MUSI 232 and 235. A continuation of MUSI 232 designed to reinforce the melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic concepts of traditional music and an introduction to twentieth century compositional techniques. Additional emphasis placed on form analysis of larger forms to include the sonata allegro variation, rondo, and the fugue. MUSI 233 must be taken concurrently with MUSI 236. Lab Fee |
| MUSI 235 |
Aural Comprehension III |
1 CR |
| A continuation of MUSI 134. The course develops dictation, error detection, and sight-reading applied to chromatic materials, irregular meters, and improvisation as applied to jazz harmonies. Lab Fee |
| MUSI 236 |
Aural Comprehension IV |
1 CR |
| A continuation of MUSI 235. The course develops two- and three-part dictation, error detection, and sight-reading applied to twentieth century harmonic and melodic materials. Lab Fee |
| MUSI 240 |
Music in Early Childhood |
3 CR |
| This course will develop an understanding of the musical development of young children. The development of actual teaching skills in addition to theoretical knowledge will be an integral part of this course. These teaching skills will be developed through required lab and field experience. [32-16-48] |
| MUSI 250 |
Music History I |
3 CR |
| Music from antiquity through the Baroque. Literature and theory of vocal and instrumental music leading up to the classical time period. |
| MUSI 251 |
Music History II |
3 CR |
| Music after Baroque. An examination of the major movements, forms, and composers of the classical, romantic, and contemporary periods. |
| MUSI 260 |
Basic Conducting |
2 CR |
| The course develops the fundamental skills necessary for conducting, including beat patterns; use of left hand; gestures for attack, release, etc.; and score preparation and reading. Students will conduct both in the classroom and in sessions with the College ensembles. |
| MUSI 270 |
Sacred Choral Literature |
3 CR |
| Prerequisite: MUSI 260. This course is designed to acquaint the student with a brief history of sacred music, as well as the sacred music of today. Emphasis will be placed on literature usable by choirs with a non-traditional balance of parts. This course will also address methods of adapting published arrangements for specific choirs. |
| MUSI 297 |
Music Special Topics |
1-3 CR |
| This course is designed to allow the students to explore focus areas in music such as conducting, multicultural, choral repertoire, and show choir techniques. Since topics change this course may be repeated for credit toward graduation up to six credits. |
| MUSI 297E |
Music Special Topics |
0 CR |
| Same description as MUSI 297. |
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