Department of Music

Division of Humanities and Fine Arts
Music 1315
Telephone: (805) 893-3261

E-mail address: music@music.ucsb.edu
Website: www.music.ucsb.edu (will open in a new browser window)

Contents:

Faculty
- Emeriti Faculty
- Affiliated Faculty
Overview
Undergraduate Program
Graduate Program
Music Courses
Music Performance Laboratories

Faculty

Charles Asche, D.M.A., University of Texas at Austin, Lecturer (piano, chamber music)

Paul Bambach, M.M., University of Cincinnati, Lecturer (clarinet, wind ensemble)

Clarence Barlow, B.Sc., Calcutta University, Professor (composition, Corwin Chair of Composition)

Victor R. Bell, Lecturer (gospel choir)

Paul Berkowitz, Diploma, Curtis Institute of Music, Philadelphia, Professor (piano, chamber music)

William Booth, M.M., Catholic University, Lecturer (trombone, tuba, euphonium)

Helen Callus, Graduate Performance Diploma, The Peabody Institute, Maryland, Associate Professor (viola)

Timothy J. Cooley, Ph.D., Brown University, Associate Professor (ethnomusicology, Eastern European folk music, American vernacular)

Joel S. Feigin, D.M.A., Juilliard School of Music, Professor (composition)

Jill Felber, M.M., Bowling Green University, Professor (flute)

Michel Marc Gervais, B.M., University of Alberta, Professor (choral conducting, choir)

Steven Gross, D.M.A., University of Cincinnati, Associate Professor (french horn)

John Hajda, Ph.D., UC Los Angeles, Assistant Professor (systematic musicology)

Jeremy Haladyna, Ph.D., UC Santa Barbara, Lecturer (orchestration, ensemble for contemporary music)

Patricia Hall, Ph.D., Yale University, Associate Professor (theory, 20th-century music)

Dolores M. Hsu, Ph.D., University of Southern California, Professor (19th-century music, music criticism, ethnomusicology)

Grant M. Hungerford, M.M., Manhattan School of Music, Lecturer (trumpet)

Michael Ingham, M.A., Denver University, Professor (voice)

Derek Katz, Ph.D., UC Santa Barbara, Assistant Professor, (Czech music, opera, nationalism and modernism)

JoAnn Kuchera-Morin, Ph.D., University of Rochester, Eastman School of Music, Professor (electronic and computer-generated music)

Scott Marcus, Ph.D., UC Los Angeles, Associate Professor (ethnomusicology)

Jonathan S. Nathan, D.M.A, UC Santa Barbara, Lecturer (percussion, jazz ensemble)

David Paul, Ph.D., UC Berkeley, Assistant Professor, (theory/musicology)

William Prizer, Ph.D., University of North Carolina, Professor (medieval, renaissance and early baroque music)

Lee Rothfarb, Ph.D., Yale University, Associate Professor (theory)

Geoffrey B. Rutkowski, M.M., University of Southern California, Professor (cello, chamber music)

Stefanie Tcharos, Ph.D., Princeton University, Assistant Professor (baroque music, opera, reception)

Pieter van den Toorn, Ph.D., UC Berkeley, Professor (theory, 20th-century music)

Yuval Yaron, Artist Diploma, Indiana University, Bloomington, Professor (violin)

Emeriti Faculty

Emma Lou Diemer, Ph.D., Eastman School of Music, Professor Emerita (composition)

John Gillespie, Ph.D., University of Southern California, Professor Emeritus (American music)

William Kraft, M.A., Columbia University, Professor Emeritus (composition)

Elizabeth Mannion, B.A., University of Washington, Professor Emerita (voice)

Elizabeth Mosher, M.M., University of Southern California, Professor Emerita (voice)

Betty Oberacker, D.M.A., Ohio State University, Professor Emerita (piano, chamber music)

Alejandro Planchart, Ph.D., Harvard University, Professor Emeritus (medieval and renaissance music, Collegium Musicum)

Carl Zytowski, M.A., University of Washington, Professor Emeritus (choir)

Affiliated Faculty

Dwight F. Reynolds, Ph.D. (Religious Studies)

Curtis Roads, Ph.D. (Media Arts and Technology)

The Department of Music curriculum includes undergraduate courses which lead to completion of either of two degrees: (1) the bachelor of arts in music, or (2) the bachelor of music, a professional degree in performance or composition. The undergraduate major programs are designed to serve as background for professional careers in music, as preparation for graduate studies, or as an area of concentration for a liberal arts education.

The graduate program includes courses leading to the master of arts degree and the doctor of philosophy degree in composition, ethnomusicology, musicology, and theory. The master of music degree and the doctor of musical arts degree in musical performance are designed to provide graduate and professional training in the intellectual, practical, and professional skills increasingly demanded of performers in this century.

Undergraduate Program

Performance ensembles are available for all qualified students, and a wide range of undergraduate courses is offered for nonmajors. Information regarding various cash prizes and awards that are offered each year to outstanding students enrolled in composition, ethnomusicology, musicology, performance or theory is available at the Department of Music office..

All new music majors are required to take placement tests in musicianship and music theory, and placement auditions in classical piano (except for students who have had no background whatsoever in piano; they should enroll in Music 31A). These are given only during pre-instructional days at the beginning of each quarter, and should be taken prior to enrollment in music classes. All students wishing to take performance classes must pass an audition for the appropriate class. Auditions for performance classes should be taken preferably at the entrance auditions before admission (particularly if a bachelor of music performance concentration is being considered - see below), or during pre-instructional days at the beginning of each quarter. An initial consultation with the departmental undergraduate staff advisor is mandatory before embarking on any of the following courses of study. The department also requires that music majors meet at least once each year with their major faculty advisor to help in the planning of course selection and to assure that adequate progress is being made toward the degree.

The departmental recital attendance requirement must be met each quarter a student is enrolled, up to normative time (twelve quarters).

All auditions (including recital auditions), composition portfolios and papers required for both music major degrees and all emphases must be reviewed by the faculty area committee appropriate to the B.M. emphasis or B.A. project and approved by at least two members of the committee, as signed on forms provided by the music undergraduate advisor.

A grade of at least a C- is required from placement point onwards in all courses in the Music 4A-F, 5A-F, and 31A-F sequences in order to proceed to the next course in each sequence and to complete each sequence. (Course F must also be completed with a grade of C- or better). All upper-division music courses that require any course in the Music 4A-F sequence and/or any course in the Music 5A-F sequence as prerequisites requires that these prerequisites be passed with a grade of C- or better, or that the student have been placed into a higher course in the sequence or out of the sequence entirely, in the placement tests conducted by the Department of Music. Music 12 is a prerequisite for the upper-division Music 112 series. A grade of at least C- is required in Music 12 in order to enroll in the Music 112 series. All students must achieve a grade-point average of at least 2.0 in all courses for the overall major program, both lower- and upper-division and in all courses required for the upper-division major program. Students must also achieve an overall grade-point average of at least 2.0 in order to qualify for graduation. Students transferring from other institutions must complete at least three quarters within the department.

Majors and non-majors admitted to individual performance classes Music 25-33 and 125-133 (all of which are by audition and require the consent of department and instructor) may be required to participate in orchestra, wind ensemble, choir, or another ensemble, as appropriate, in quarters in which they are enrolled in such performance classes.

Honors Program in Music (Distinction in the Major)

The senior honors program in the Department of Music encourages seniors to excel in music and to undertake projects beyond the normal requirements, and provides a means of recognizing outstanding achievement. Only music majors (B.A. or B.M.) with a cumulative grade-point average of at least 3.5 at the end of the junior year or at the time of applying for selection during senior year and who are recommended by a faculty member may be selected for the departmental honors program in Music. Students selected must enroll for unit credit in Music 196 (Honors Project) and in either Music 192 (B.A. Senior Project), Music 197 (B.M. Senior Recital), or Music 197B (B.M. Senior Composition Portfolio and Recital), as applicable. “Distinction in the Major” will be awarded if a final cumulative grade-point average of at least 3.5 is maintained and both a grade of at least A- in Music 196 and a grade of at least A- in Music 192, 197, or 197B are achieved as assessed by both the instructor(s) of the two courses and by one other faculty member.

Bachelor of Arts - Music

Students pursuing the bachelor of arts in music must meet the General Education requirements for the bachelor of arts degree set by the College of Letters and Science. The following courses may be taken for 1-2 units in the major per quarter by B.A. music students: Music 25, 26A-E, 27A-D, 28A-E, 29, 33, 108, 125, 126A-E, 127A-D, 128A-E, 129, and 133. The upper-division courses in this list may only be taken after passing the appropriate sophomore audition or composition portfolio. Any such courses improperly enrolled in may not be applied to the upper-division major. A grade of at least a C- is required from placement-point onwards in all courses in the Music 4A-F, 5A-F and 31A-F sequences in order to proceed to the next course in each sequence and to complete each sequence. (Course F must also be completed with a grade of C- or better). All upper-division music courses that require any course in the Music 4A-F sequence and/or any course in the Music 5A-F sequence as prerequisites requires that these prerequisites be passed with a grade of C- or better or that the student have been placed into a higher course in the sequence or out of the sequence entirely in the placement tests conducted by the Department of Music. Music 12 is a prerequisite for the upper-division Music 112 series. A grade of at least C- is required in Music 12 in order to enroll in the Music 112 series.

Preparation for the major: Music 4A-B-C-D-E-F (placement determined by exam); 5A-B-C-D-E-F (placement determined by exam); piano proficiency required either by successful completion of a piano proficiency audition or by completing Music 31A-B-C-D-E-F (placement determined by audition); completion of sixth quarter or its equivalent in (level 6 proficiency) French, German or Italian, or completion of third quarter or its equivalent (level 3 proficiency) in two of the following languages: French, German, Italian (the attainment of level 6 proficiency in one language is strongly recommended, particularly for students intending to pursue graduate studies in musicology or music theory); 12; six courses (at 1-2 units per quarter) from 20-33 (6-12 units); six courses from Music A34-A70AA-ZZ.

Upper-division major. Forty-six to 50 upper-division units required: Music 102; 112AB-C-D-E-F; 160A-B-C; one course from 175A-M or 176; one course from 160D-187; three courses from A134-A170AA-ZZ; 9 units of upper-division music electives; successful completion of the senior project (audition, composition, or paper). All students enrolled in applied instruction in an orchestral instrument are required to elect orchestra (A42/A142) if their participation is needed. All students enrolled in applied vocal instruction are required to elect a choir (A36A-B-C/A136A-B-C, or A37A-B-C/A137A-B-C) if their participation is needed.

Ethnomusicology Emphasis

Preparation for the major: Music 4A-B-C-D-E-F (placement determined by exam); 5A-B-C-D-E-F (placement determined by exam); piano proficiency, demonstrated either by successful completion of a piano proficiency audition or by completing Music 31A-B-C-D-E-F (placement determined by audition); completion of sixth quarter or its equivalent (level 6 proficiency) in French, German or Italian, or another language by petition or completion of third quarter or its equivalent (level 3 proficiency) in two of French, German, Italian, or other languages by petition (the attainment of level 6 proficiency in one language is strongly recommended particularly for students intending to pursue graduate studies in ethnomusicology); 12; 17; six courses (at 1-2 units per quarter) from Music 20-33 (6-12 units); six courses from A34-A70AA-ZZ.

Upper-division major. Forty-seven to 50 upper-division units required: three courses from Music 112AB-C-D-E-F; two courses from 160A-E, 169; two courses from 175A-M; 176; one course from 104, 105; two courses from 168A-H, 168X; three courses from A134-A170AA-ZZ; 6 units of upper-division music electives; successful completion of the senior project. All students enrolled in applied instruction in an orchestral instrument are required to elect orchestra (A42/A142) if their participation is needed. All students enrolled in applied vocal instruction are required to elect a choir (A36A-B-C/A136A-B-C,A37A-B-C/A137A-B-C), or A70/A170AA-ZZ) if their participation is needed.

Bachelor of Music

The bachelor of music degree is open by audition to specially qualified students in performance and composition. Students seeking admission to a bachelor of music performance emphasis are required to pass an entrance audition in their desired emphasis (instrument or voice) in order to determine their eligibility. Entrance scholarships may be awarded to selected students demonstrating outstanding talent and proficiency at the entrance auditions. Information and dates of the entrance auditions may be obtained from the music undergraduate advisor in the Department of Music office. Students must meet the General Education Program requirements for the bachelor of music degree set by the College of Letters and Science. Completion of one (or more) of the following emphases will be noted on the student’s official transcript, but will not appear on the diploma. For all emphases except guitar and voice, knowledge of German, French or Italian to level three is highly recommended by the end of the sophomore year. Knowledge of Spanish to level three is highly recommended for the guitar emphasis. Knowledge of Italian to level three is required for the voice emphasis, along with knowledge of French or German to level three. Junior and senior recitals may not be given until the appropriate recital audition (or composition portfolio) has been reviewed by the faculty area committee appropriate to the emphasis and approved by at least two members of the committee, as signed on forms provided by the music undergraduate advisor. Except where specified in the description of requirements for individual B.M. emphases, the following courses may be taken for 1-2 units per quarter: Music 25, 26A-E, 27A-D, 28A-E, 29, 33, 108, 125, 126A-E, 127A-D, 128A-E, 129, and 133.

The upper-division courses in this list, whether applied to the B.M. emphasis or otherwise, may only be taken after passing the appropriate sophomore audition or composition portfolio. Any such courses improperly enrolled in may not be applied to the upper-division major. A grade of at least a C- is required from placement point onwards in all courses in the Music 4A-F, 5A-F and 31A-F sequences in order to proceed to the next course in each sequence and to complete each sequence. (Course F must also be completed with a grade of C- or better). All upper-division music courses that require any course in the Music 4A-F sequence and/or any course in the Music 5A-F sequence as prerequisites requires that these prerequisites be passed with a grade of C- or better or that the student have been placed into a higher course in the sequence or out of the sequence entirely in the placement tests conducted by the Department of Music. Music 12 is a prerequisite for the upper-division Music 112 series. A grade of at least C- is required in Music 12 in order to enroll in the Music 112 series.

Accompanying Emphasis

Preparation for the major. Music 4A-B-C-D-E-F (placement determined by exam); 5A-B-C-D-E-F (placement determined by exam); 12; six quarters (at 3 units per quarter) of 33 (18 units); three courses of A41; 35A-B-C; 17; successful completion of the freshman and sophomore auditions.

Upper-division major. Seventy-six to 77 upper-division units required: Music 112AB-C-D-E-F; 160A-B; six quarters (at 4 units per quarter) of 133 (24 units); 135A-B-C-D-E-F; one course from 160C, 187; 120A or 120B; one course from Music 178A-184; three quarters of A144; two quarters of 150; successful completion of junior and senior recitals.

Bassoon, Cello, Clarinet, Double Bass, Flute, French Horn, Oboe, Percussion, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola, and Violin Emphases

Preparation for the major. Music 4A-B-C-D-E-F (placement determined by exam); 5A-B-C-D-E-F (placement determined by exam); piano proficiency, demonstrated either by successful completion of a piano proficiency audition or by completing Music 31A-B-C-D-E-F (placement determined by audition); 12; six quarters (at 3 units per quarter) of one of the following courses, as appropriate to the emphasis: Bassoon Emphasis: 27A; Cello Emphasis: 26B; Clarinet Emphasis: 27B; Double Bass Emphasis: 26A; Flute Emphasis: 27C; French Horn Emphasis: 28A; Oboe Emphasis: 27D; Percussion Emphasis: 29; Trombone Emphasis: 28B; Trumpet Emphasis: 28C; Tuba Emphasis: 28D; Viola Emphasis: 26D; Violin Emphasis: 26E (18 units); Bassoon, Cello, Clarinet, Double Bass, Flute, Oboe, Percussion, Viola, or Violin Emphasis: three courses from A40, A43, A44, A45, A46 and/or A49; French Horn Emphasis: three courses from A40, A43, A44, A45, A45BR, A45H, A46 and/or A49; Trombone, Trumpet, and Tuba Emphasis: three courses from A40, A43, A44, A45, A45BR, A46 and/or A49; six courses from A34 or A42 (cello, viola, and violin emphases: A42 only); 17; successful completion of the freshman and sophomore auditions. Highly recommended: Knowledge of German, French, or Italian to level 3 by the end of the sophmore year.

Upper-division major. Seventy-one to 78 upper-division units required: Music 112AB-C-D-E-F; 160A-B; 120A; six quarters (at 4 units per quarter) of one of the following courses, as appropriate to the emphasis: Bassoon Emphasis: 127A; Cello Emphasis: 126B; Clarinet Emphasis: 127B; Double Bass Emphasis: 126A; Flute Emphasis: 127C; French Horn Emphasis: 128A; Oboe Emphasis: 127D; Percussion Emphasis: 129; Trombone Emphasis: 128B; Trumpet Emphasis: 128C; Tuba Emphasis: 128D; Viola Emphasis 126D; Violin Emphasis: 126E (24 units); one course from 160C-187; Bassoon, Cello, Clarinet, Double Bass, Flute, Oboe, Percussion, Viola, or Violin Emphases: six courses from A140, A143, A144, A145, A146 and/or A149; French Horn Emphasis: six courses from A140, A143, A144, A145, A145BR, A145H, A146 and/or A149; Trombone, Trumpet, and Tuba Emphases: six courses from A140, A143, A144, A145, A145BR, A146 and/or A149; six courses from A134 or A142 (cello, viola, and violin emphases: A142 only); 6 units (cello, viola and violin); 9 units (all others) of upper-division electives; successful completion of the junior and senior recitals. All students enrolled in applied instruction in an orchestral instrument are required to elect orchestra (A42/A142) if their participation is needed. Highly recommended: Knowledge of German, French, or Italian to level 3 by the end of the sophmore year.

Composition Emphasis

Preparation for the major: Music 4A-B-C-D-E-F (placement determined by exam); 5A-B-C-D-E-F; piano proficiency, demonstrated either by successful completion of a piano proficiency audition or by completing Music 31A-B-C-D-E-F (placement determined by audition); three quarters of 8; 12, three quarters of 88; 17; six courses (6-12 units) from 25, 26A-E, 27A-D, 28A-E, 29, 32A-F, 33 (or 22 by petition and audition); six courses from A34-A70; successful completion of freshman and sophomore composition portfolios.

Upper-division major. Seventy-one to 76 upper-division units required: Music 112AB-C-D-E-F; 120A or B; six quarters (at 3 units per quarter) of 108 (18 units); 101A-B-C; 102; 103; 106A-B-C; 160A-B; one course from 160C-187; 109IA-B or 109LA-B-C or 109IA and 109LA; three courses from A134-A170; one unit of upper division electives; successful completion of the junior composition portfolio and the senior composition portfolio and recital. All students enrolled in applied instruction in an orchestral instrument are required to elect orchestra (A42/A142) if their participation is needed. All students enrolled in applied vocal instruction are required to elect a choir (A36/A136, A37/A137, or A132) if their participation is needed.

Guitar Emphasis

Upper-division major. Seventy-one to 72 upper-division units required: Music 112AB-C-D-E-F; 160A-B; six quarters (at 4 units per quarter) of 126C (24 units); one course from 160C-187; three quarters of A139; three courses from A134-A170AA-ZZ (except A139); two courses of A144; 155; 120A or B; nine units of upper-division electives; successful completion of the junior and senior recitals.

Piano Emphasis

Upper-division major. Seventy-two to 73 upper-division units required: Music 112AB-C-D-E-F; 160A-B; six quarters (at 4 units per quarter) of 133 (24 units); one course from 160C-187; 120A or B; one course from Music 178A-184; three courses from 135A-B-C and/or A144; three quarters of A144 (not applied above); upper-division music electives (6 units); successful completion of junior and senior recitals. Highly recommended: Knowledge of German, French, or Italian to level 3 by the end of the sophomore year.

Voice Emphasis

Upper-division major. Seventy-three to 74 upper-division units required: Music 112AB-C-D-E-F; 160A-B; 120B; six quarters (at 4 units per quarter) of 125 (24 units); one course from 160C-187; three quarters from A132, A136A-B-C, A137A-B-C; three courses from A132, A136A-B-C, A137A-B-C, A138, A138P; three quarters of 150; three quarters of 151; 158A-B-C-D; 4 units of upper-division electives; successful completion of junior and senior recitals. All students enrolled in applied vocal instruction are required to elect a choir (A36A-B-C/A136A-B-C, A37A-B-C/A137A-B-C or A132) if their participation is needed.

Minor - Music

Students majoring in other disciplines are able to pursue an interest in music at a less intensive level than the major by completing a minor in music. The wide diversity of courses offered by the Department of Music is well suited to cater to varied interests such as vocal or instrumental music study, composition, music history, music theory, and ethnomusicology.

All upper-division courses to be applied to the minor must be completed on a letter-grade basis. This includes both courses offered in the Department of Music at UCSB and those offered by other departments and applied to the minor.

Preparation for the minor. Four to 8 units: Music 11 (which may be considered satisfied by placement examination only); and either 12, 15 or 17(3-4 units). Variable units: All prerequisites for specific upper-division music courses, as specified in the General Catalog, or as considered satisfied by consent of instructor. Recommended for students interested in Western music: Music 4A-B-C/5A-B-C.

Please note:

Upper-division music history courses require either Music 12, 15 or 5C (and/or 112), or consent of instructor.
Upper-division ethnomusicology courses: no prerequisite (Music 17 recommended).
Upper-division music theory courses require Music 5E or 5F or consent of instructor.
Upper-division composition courses require Music 5E or 5F or consent of instructor.
All upper-division performance courses except Music 122 require the passing of the B.A. sophomore audition (each performance area has appropriate guidelines for this audition).
Upper-division ensembles (music performance laboratories) require only consent of instructor.

Upper-division minor. Eighteen upper-division units in music. No more than 8 units of courses designated as “not open to music majors” or “for the non-major”. No more than 6 units of performance courses 120-133 may be applied to the minor. No more than 6 units of ensemble courses A134-A170AA-ZZ may be applied to the minor.

The following courses may be taken for 1-2 units of credit per quarter and applied to the minor: Music 108, 125, 126A-E, 127A-D, 128A-E, 129, and 133. Note: One may enroll in these upper-division courses only after passing the appropriate audition or composition evaluation.

*No more than four upper-division units previously completed on the P/NP basis may be applied to the minor.

Note: Substitutions and waivers are subject to approval by the chair of the department. Please see"Academic Minors" for special conditions governing minors in the College of Letters and Science.

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Graduate Program

Admission to the Department of Music at UCSB is determined by the examination of a number of factors, but is based on intellectual potential and promise, academic records, and programmatic fit. Above all, selection to the graduate program is an academic decision involving factors beyond scores and grades and is made exclusively by the faculty of the graduate program and the department.

In addition to departmental requirements, candidates for graduate degrees must fulfill the university degree requirements found in the section "Graduate Education at UCSB.” Graduate students in music are required to take at least 12 units per quarter. A minimum residency of six quarters, including composition, dissertation, or thesis, is mandatory. Units of Music 501, 502, 597, 598, and 599 do not count toward fulfillment of university requirements for the M.A., M.M., Ph.D., or D.M.A. degrees.

In addition to the requisite coursework, all sections of the placement guidance exams, taken upon entrance, must be passed or satisfied by taking approved coursework before advancement to candidacy. Demonstrated reading knowledge of the designated foreign language(s) is required by examination(s). The department requires that all graduate students meet each quarter, prior to final registration, with the designated faculty advisor in their area, and at the beginning of their last year of coursework with the department’s graduate advisor.

The application deadline for financial support is December 15 for fall quarter admission. May 1 is the deadline for fall quarter admission for students not seeking financial support. Consult the department or graduate application for details.

Master of Arts - Music

Admission

Applicants will normally be expected to have a bachelor of arts in music or a bachelor of music degree. In addition to departmental requirements for admission, applicants must fulfill university requirements for admission to graduate status described in the section "Graduate Education at UCSB."

Degree Requirements - Composition Emphasis

Seventy-two graduate units are required: All students must take Music 200A, 207A, six quarters of 208, 211A-B-C; either (a) two courses from 209IA-IB-IC or (b) one course from 209IA-IB-IC and two courses from 209LA-LB-LC; 20 units of electives selected with the guidance of a faculty advisor.

Students must also submit an original composition of substantial length. Additionally, they must present a concert of their own compositions.

Degree Requirements - Ethnomusicology Emphasis

Sixty-eight graduate units are required: Music 200A, 200C, 225, 276A and B; one course from 224, 262A-X; two courses from 224, 293A-M; one course from 260D-F or 226; 6 units of 288; three courses from A232-A270; Anthropology 229A, B or C; 16 elective units of any pre-approved graduate courses offered in the UC system (may include up to 6 additional ensemble units); thesis. Progress from the M.A. to the Ph.D. is not automatic, but contingent on the formal approval of the ethnomusicology faculty.

Degree Requirements - Musicology Emphasis

M.A. students will follow one of two plans: Plan 1 (thesis) or Plan 2 (comprehensive examinations). The former requires two years of coursework and the thesis. The latter requires three years of coursework (see below for required courses) and a written comprehensive examination. Upon satisfactory completion of this examination, the student will be awarded an M. A. degree and proceed to the oral qualifying examination for the Ph.D. Students continuing for the Ph.D. will normally follow Plan 2. Progress from the M. A. to the Ph.D. is not automatic, but is contingent on the formal approval of the Musicology faculty. Terminal M. A. students will follow Plan 1. All students must pass placement guidance examinations in the subject areas denoted by capital letters or successfully complete equivalent coursework before advancement to candidacy. Course numbers are shown in parentheses. THEORY: Tonal Analysis (160A); 20th-Century Analysis (160B). If germane to their interests, students may also be required to be proficient in figured bass and 16th- and/or 18th-century counterpoint. HISTORY: Medieval (279); Renaissance (291); Baroque (292); Classical (282); Romantic (283); 20th-Century (284). With the permission of the instructor, these areas may also be filled by the relevant seminar (261, 263, 265, 266, 268, 269). MUSICIANSHIP: 204A-B-C. Students must demonstrate reading knowledge of German, French, or Italian, for Plan 1. Plan 2 students must demonstrate reading knowledge of German and either French or Italian.(See the departmental Graduate Student Handbook for details on language exams)

Plan 1 (thesis). Seventy-eight graduate units required. The following courses are required: Music 200A, 200B, and 200D; six courses from 203MT; one seminar in musicology each quarter for two years (chosen from 201A, 201C [201A or 201C is required of students specializing in music before 1600], 202A, 202B, 261, 263, 265, 266, 268, 269); two courses from A232-A270. Thirty-two additional units selected with guidance of faculty advisor, thesis.

Plan 2 (comprehensive examination). One hundred-two graduate units required. The following courses are required: Music 200A, 200B, and 200D; 202A and 202B; nine courses from 203MT; 36 units (chosen from 201A, 201C [201A and 201 C are both required if specializing in music prior to 1600], 261, 263, 265, 266, 268, 269 (260 courses may be repeated for credit); two courses from A232-A270. Thirty-three additional units selected with guidance of faculty advisor. They may be within the department or outside the department (Students are encouraged to take courses in theory, and/or ethnomusicology); three days of written compressive exams.

Degree Requirements - Theory Emphasis

M.A. students will follow one of two plans: Plan 1 (thesis) or Plan 2 (comprehensive examination). The former requires two years of coursework and the thesis. The latter requires three years of coursework (see below for required courses) and a written comprehensive examination. Upon satisfactory completion of this examination, the student will be rewarded an M.A. degree and proceed to the oral qualifying examination for the Ph.D. Students continuing for the Ph.D. will normally follow Plan 2. Progress from the M.A. to the Ph.D. is not automatic, but is contingent on the formal approval of the Theory faculty. Terminal M.A. students will follow Plan 1. All students must pass placement guidance examinations in the subject areas denoted by capital letters or successfully complete equivalent coursework before advancement to candidacy. Course numbers are shown in parentheses. THEORY: 16th-Century Motet (102) or 18th-Century Fugue (103); Figured Bass (5A-F); Tonal Analysis (160A); 20th-Century Analysis (160B). HISTORY: Medieval (279) or Renaissance (291); Baroque (292); Classical (282); Romantic (283); 20th Century (284). MUSICIANSHIP: (204A-B-C). Students must demonstrate reading knowledge of French or German by the end of their second year of residency. (See the departmental Graduate Student Handbook for details on language exams)

Plan 1 (thesis). Sixty-four graduate units required. The following courses are required: Music 200A, 200B and 200D; six courses of 203MT; 250A or B; 251A or B; 252A and B; one course from A232-A270. Twenty-eight additional units selected with guidance of faculty advisor, thesis.

Plan 2 (comprehensive examination). Eighty-three graduate units required. The following courses are required: nine courses of 203MT; 200A, 200B and 200D; 250A and B; 251A and B; 252A and B; 273; 8 units in approved field(s) outside the music department, selected with the guidance of faculty advisor; one course from A232-A270. Twenty-four additional units selected with guidance of faculty advisor. They may be within the department or outside the department; five days of written and oral comprehensive exams.

Master of Music

The master of music degree provides preparation for professional performers in the areas offered. The degree will be awarded to candidates who demonstrate technical proficiency and advanced competence as performers, a substantial knowledge of the solo and chamber music literature in the field of their specialization, and a ready command of those aspects of music theory and music history that support and illuminate informed performance.

Admission

Applicants must hold a bachelor of music or a bachelor of arts in music, or equivalent education and training. An audition is required. Applicants will provide a repertory list and programs of concerts performed. In addition to departmental requirements for admission, applicants must fulfill university requirements for admission to graduate status described in the section "Graduate Education at UCSB."

Degree Requirements - Conducting Emphasis

M.M. students in conducting will follow one of two plans: Plan 1 (major performance) or Plan 2 (comprehensive examinations). The former requires two years of coursework and the major performance. The latter requires three years of courses, a successful D.M.A. audition, and a written comprehensive examination. Upon satisfactory completion of this examination, the student will be awarded an M.M. degree and proceed to the oral qualifying examination for the D.M.A. Students continuing for the D.M.A. in emphases in which this degree is offered will normally follow Plan 2. Terminal M.M. students will follow Plan 1.

Students must pass placement guidance examinations in the subject areas denoted by capital letters or successfully complete equivalent coursework before advancement to candidacy. Course numbers are shown in parentheses. THEORY: Figured Bass (5A-D); Tonal Analysis (160A). HISTORY: Any four of the following periods: Medieval/Renaissance (112AB); Baroque (112C); Classical (112D); Romantic (112E); 20th Century (112F). MUSICIANSHIP: (204A-B-C). M.M. choral conducting Plan 1 requires two languages before graduation, and M.M. choral conducting Plan 2 requires all three languages before comprehensive examinations are taken. (See the departmental Graduate Student Handbook for details on language exams) Choral conducting students must demonstrate basic proficiency in piano and voice; orchestral conducting students must demonstrate proficiency in piano or in an orchestral instrument.

M.M. concerts may not be given until an audition has been reviewed and approved by two members of the conducting committee, as indicated on forms provided by the music graduate advisor. The concerts, too, must be approved by the student’s master’s committee, as indicated on forms provided by the graduate advisor. Auditions and concerts must take place in Santa Barbara, with the full committee or pre-approved substitutes in attendance.

Plan 1 (major performance). Sixty-two graduate units are required: Six quarters of Music 220 (24 units); 200A; 296D or 296E; one quarter of 230 (M.M., choral conducting) or one quarter of 231 (M.M., orchestral conducting); six courses from A232-A270; two courses from 200B, 201, 202, 211, 212, 223-227, 250-252, and/or 260-294; 4 units of electives; 295A and the equivalent of a full-length concert; 295B and a major performance (the equivalent of a chamber ensemble or small ensemble or large ensemble or mixed concert). Either 295A or 295B should normally be completed by the end of the first year.

Plan 2 (comprehensive examinations). Ninety units are required before the oral examination: nine quarters of Music 220 (36 units); 200A; 296D or 296E; 299A; one quarter of 230 (M.M., choral conducting) or one quarter of 230 and one quarters of 231 (M.M., orchestral conducting); six courses from Music A232-A270; four courses from Music 200B, 201, 202, 211, 212, 223-227, 250-252, and/or 260-294; six units of electives; 295A and the equivalent of a full-length concert by the end of the first year; successful D.M.A. audition for the conducting area committee; 297A and the equivalent of a chamber ensemble or small ensemble or large ensemble or mixed concert; 297B and the equivalent of a full-length concert: either 297A or 297B should normally be completed by the end of the second year; three days of written comprehensive examinations.

Degree Requirements - Keyboard, Strings, Voice, and Woodwinds and Brass Emphases

M.M. students in keyboard, strings, and voice will follow one of two plans: Plan 1 (major performance) or Plan 2 (comprehensive examinations). The former requires two years of coursework and the major performance. The latter requires three years of courses, a successful D.M.A. audition, and a written comprehensive examination. Upon satisfactory completion of this examination, the student will be awarded an M.M. degree and proceed to the oral qualifying examination for the D.M.A. Students continuing for the D.M.A. in emphases in which this degree is offered will normally follow Plan 2. Terminal M.M. students, including all M.M. students in the woodwinds and brass emphasis, will follow Plan 1.

Students must pass placement guidance examinations in the subject areas denoted by capital letters or successfully complete equivalent coursework before advancement to candidacy. Course numbers are shown in parentheses. THEORY: Figured Bass (5A-D); Tonal Analysis (160A). HISTORY: Any four of the following periods: Medieval/Renaissance (112AB); Baroque (112C); Classical (112D); Romantic (112E); 20th Century (112F). MUSICIANSHIP: (204A-B-C). M.M. Plan 1 Voice requires reading knowledge of two from French, German, and Italian; M.M. Plan 2 Voice requires reading knowledge of French, German, and Italian before advancement to candidacy.(See the departmental Graduate Student Handbook for details on language exams)

M.M. recitals may not be given until a recital audition has been reviewed and approved by two members of the appropriate area committee (keyboard, strings, voice, or woodwinds/brass), as indicated on forms provided by the music program advisor. The recitals, too, must be approved by the student’s master’s committee, as indicated on forms provided by the program advisor. Auditions and recitals must take place in Santa Barbara, with the full committee or pre-approved substitutes in attendance.

Plan 1 (major performance). Sixty graduate units are required (M.M. strings and M.M. woodwinds and brass: 66 graduate units are required.): Six quarters of Music 220 (24 units); 200A; one course from 296A-B-C-F-G; M.M. keyboard, strings and woodwinds and brass only: three courses of A244; three courses from Music A232-A270 (M.M strings and woodwinds and brass: six quarters from Music A232-270); M.M. voice Plan 1: three courses from A232 or A236 and three courses from A238 or A238P); two courses from 200B, 201, 202, 211, 212, 223-227, 250-252, and/or 260-294; 4 units of electives selected with guidance of faculty advisor; 295B and major performance (chamber music recital or concerto or major opera/oratorio role or another full-length recital). Either 295A or 295B should normally be completed by the end of the first year.

Plan 2 (comprehensive examinations). Required before the oral examination: Ninety-four graduate units, including nine quarters of Music 220 (36 units); 200A; one course from 296A-B-C; 299A; M.M. keyboard, strings and woodwinds and brass only: three courses of A244; six courses from Music A232-A270 (M.M. voice Plan 2: three courses from A232 or A236 and three courses from A238 or A238P and three additional courses from Music A232, A238, or A238P); four quarters from 200B, 201, 202, 211, 212, 223-227, 250-252, and/or 260-294; 6 units of electives selected with guidance of faculty advisor; 295A and a full-length recital by the end of the first year; successful D.M.A. audition for the appropriate performance area committee (keyboard, strings, or voice); 297A and a chamber music recital or concerto or major opera/oratorio role or full-length recital; 297B and a full-length recital: either 297A or 297B should normally be completed by the end of the second year; three days of written comprehensive examinations.

Degree Requirements - Piano Accompanying Emphasis

Students must pass placement guidance examinations in the subject areas denoted by capital letters or successfully complete equivalent coursework before advancement to candidacy. Course numbers are shown in parentheses. THEORY: Figured Bass (5A-D); Tonal Analysis (160A). HISTORY: Any four of the following periods: Medieval/Renaissance (112AB); Baroque (112C); Classical (112D); Romantic (112E); 20th Century (112F). MUSICIANSHIP: (204A-B-C). Students must demonstrate reading knowledge of French, German, or Italian by the end of their first year of residency and of a second of these before graduation. (See the departmental Graduate Student Handbook for details on language exams).

M.M. recitals may not be given until a recital audition has been reviewed and approved by two members of an appropriate area committee, as indicated on forms provided by the music program advisor. The recitals, too, must be approved by the student’s master’s committee, as indicated on forms provided by the program advisor. Auditions and recitals must take place in Santa Barbara, with the full committee or pre-approved substitutes in attendance.

Seventy graduate units are required: Six quarters of Music 220 (24 units); three quarters of 235 (6 units); 200A; one course of 296A; three quarters of A244; two courses of 258; two courses from 200B, 201, 202, 211, 212, 223-227, 250-252, and/or 260-294; three courses from A232-A270; 4 units of electives; 295A and a full-length recital; 295B and a major performance (chamber music recital or another full-length recital). Either 295A or 295B should normally be completed by the end of the first year.

Doctor of Philosophy - Music

Admission

The department requires completion of a master of arts degree in music from UCSB or a degree based on equivalent training. Students with a master of arts from another institution will take at least two additional years of graduate coursework for the doctor of philosophy. In addition to departmental requirements for admission, applicants must fulfill university requirements for admission to graduate status described in the section "Graduate Education at UCSB."

Degree Requirements - Composition Emphasis

Students must pass placement guidance examinations in the subject areas denoted by capital letters or successfully complete equivalent coursework before advancement to candidacy. All entering composition students are required to demonstrate proficiency in 18th-century counterpoint (fugue). This will be tested through an examination given when other guidance exams are administered (just prior to the start of fall quarter). Those who do not pass will satisfy those core proficiency by passing 212A, or by reexamination. Those who elect to pursue further fugal studies may do so by continuing the 212 series, offered in alternate years. Course numbers are shown in parentheses. THEORY: 16th-Century Motet (102); 18th-Century Fugue (212A); Figured Bass (5A-F); Tonal Analysis (160A); 20th-Century Analysis (160B); Orchestration (106, 107). HISTORY: Medieval/Renaissance (112AB); Baroque (112C); Classical (112D); Romantic (112E); 20th Century (112F). MUSICIANSHIP: (204A-B-C). Students must demonstrate reading knowledge of two languages from French, German, or Italian by the end of their first year of residency. Students may substitute a computer music language for the second language. (See the departmental Graduate Student Handbook for details on language exams) The computer-music language, Cmusic, may be substituted for the second foreign language under the following conditions: (1) successful completion of 209IA and 209IB and (2) composition of a substantial computer-music work which begins in 209IC, continues beyond that quarter, and demonstrates sufficient competence in applying the language. (Normally, one language examination must be passed by the Ph.D. candidate prior to acceptance.) Students must have completed the equivalent of Music 200A (Bibliography).

Eighty-eight graduate units are required. All students must take Music 207A-B; six quarters of 208; 211A-B-C; either (a) two courses from 209IA-IB-IC or (b) one course from 209IA-IB-IC and two courses from 209LA-LB-LC; 36 units of electives selected with the guidance of a faculty advisor.

In addition, all students must take five days of written and oral qualifying exams; write a dissertation consisting of a portfolio of compositions, including one of substantial length; write a document analyzing a major twentieth-century work, and give a concert of their compositions, for which the student supplies a detailed commentary of each piece; oral defense.

Degree Requirements - Ethnomusicology Emphasis

Students must pass sections one through four of the ethnomusicology placement guidance examinations or successfully complete, by the end of their first year of residency, equivalent coursework specified by the ethnomusicology committee. Students must demonstrate reading knowledge of two languages, including one European language chosen from French, German, Italian, or Spanish (proficiency to be demonstrated by the end of the first year of residency), and one additional language relevant to the field of specialization (proficiency to be demonstrated prior to the qualifying exams.) (See the departmental Graduate Student Handbook for details on language exams.)

Ninety-two graduate units are required: 200A and 200C, 225, 227, 276A, and 276B; one course from 260D-F or 226; three courses from 224, 262A-X; three courses from 224, 293A-M; 6 units of 288; three courses from A232-A270; Anthropology 229A, B, or C; 24 elective units of any pre-approved graduate courses offered in the UC system selected with the guidance of faculty advisor (may include up to 6 additional ensemble units); five days of written and oral qualifying exams; dissertation; oral defense.

Degree Requirements - Musicology Emphasis

Students must pass placement guidance examinations in the subject areas denoted by capital letters or successfully complete equivalent coursework before advancement to candidacy. Course numbers are shown in parenthesis. THEORY: Tonal Analysis (160A); 20th-Century Analysis (160B). If germane to their interests, students may also be required to be proficient in figured bass and 16th- and/or 18th-century counterpoint. HISTORY: Medieval (279); Renaissance (291); Baroque (292); Classical (282); Romantic (283); 20th-Century (284). With the permission of the instructor, these areas may also be filled by the relevant seminar (261, 263, 265, 266, 268, 269). MUSICIANSHIP: 204A-B-C. Students must demonstrate reading knowledge of German and French or Italian. Mastery of a third language may also be required in the student’s field of specialization. Students in the doctoral emphasis usually demonstrate mastery of one language by the end of their first year of residency, and demonstrate mastery of the remaining European language by the end of the second year of residency.(See the departmental Graduate Student Handbook for details on language exams)

One hundred-two graduate units required. The following courses are required: Music 200A, 200B, and 200D; 202A and 202B; nine courses from 203MT; 36 units (chosen from 201A, 201C [201A and 201 C are both required if specializing in music prior to 1600], 202A, 202B, 261, 263, 265, 266, 268, 269 (260 courses may be repeated for credit); two courses from A232-A270. Thirty-three additional units selected with guidance of faculty advisor. They may be within the department or outside the department (students are encouraged to take courses in theory; and/or ethnomusicology); four days of written and oral qualifying exams; dissertation; oral defense.

Continuing students who selected the Plan 2 M.A. degree are required to take only the oral portion of the qualifying examinations.

Degree Requirements - Theory Emphasis

Students must pass the placement guidance examinations in the subject areas denoted by capital letters or successfully complete equivalent coursework before advancement to candidacy. Course numbers are shown in parentheses. THEORY: 16th-Century Motet (102) or 18th-Century Fugue (103); Figured Bass (5A-F); Tonal Analysis (160A); 20th-Century Analysis (160B). HISTORY: Medieval (279) or Renaissance (291); Baroque (292); Classical (282); Romantic (283); 20th Century (284). MUSICIANSHIP: (204A-B-C). Students must demonstrate reading knowledge of French or German by the end of their first year of residency, and a second language by the end of their second year of residency. (See the departmental Graduate Student Handbook for details on language exams)

Eighty-three graduate units required. The following courses are required: nine courses from 203MT; 200A, 200B and 200D; 250A and 250B; 251A and B; 252A and B; 273; 8 units in approved field(s) outside the music department, selected with the guidance of faculty advisor; one course from A232-A270. Twenty-four additional units selected with guidance of faculty advisor. They may be within the department or outside the department; five days of written and oral compressive exams.

Doctor of Musical Arts

The doctor of musical arts degree provides a thorough preparation for the professional performer and the artist-teacher in the areas offered. Candidates for the degree will demonstrate the following: an exceptional degree of technical proficiency and thoroughly professional competence as performers; a thorough and deep command of the solo and chamber music literature in their specialties; a thorough knowledge of the relevant literature in music theory and music history and the kind of thoughtful musicianship that results from disciplined and careful study of music theory, music history, and musical styles.

Admission

Applicants must have completed a master of music degree or its equivalent. A live audition is required, comparable in scope to a full recital demonstrating the applicant’s command of several musical styles. Applicants will submit a repertory list and programs and reviews of concerts performed. In addition to departmental requirements for admission, applicants must fulfill university requirements for admission to graduate status described in the section "Graduate Education at UCSB."

Degree Requirements - Conducting Emphasis

Continuing students in conducting who selected the Plan 2 M.M. degree will have completed all unit requirements for the D.M.A. degree and are required to take only the oral portion of the qualifying examinations.

Students must pass placement guidance examinations in the subject areas denoted by capital letters or successfully complete equivalent coursework before advancement to candidacy. Course numbers are shown in parentheses. THEORY: Figured Bass (5A-D); Tonal Analysis (160A). HISTORY: Any four of the following periods: Medieval/Renaissance (112AB); Baroque (112C); Classical (112D); Romantic (112E); 20th Century (112F). MUSICIANSHIP: (204A-B-C). Students must have completed the equivalent of 200A (Bibliography). Choral conducting students must demonstrate reading knowledge of French, German, and Italian; orchestral conducting students one of French, German, and Italian. (See the departmental Graduate Student Handbook for details on language exams)

Choral conducting students must demonstrate basic proficiency in piano and voice; orchestral conducting students must demonstrate proficiency in piano, or in an orchestral instrument.

Pre-candidacy concerts may not be given until an audition has been reviewed and approved by two members of the conducting committee, as indicated on forms provided by the music graduate advisor. The concerts, too, both pre- and post-candidacy, must be approved by the student’s doctoral committee, as indicated on forms provided by the graduate advisor. Auditions and concerts must take place in Santa Barbara, with the full committee or pre-approved substitutes in attendance.

Admission to candidacy will be established by fulfillment of the residency requirement of six quarters, fulfillment of language requirements, presentations of two concerts (as specified below), and passing the written and oral D.M.A. qualifying examinations. In addition, the following requirements must be met before advancement to candidacy: Fifty-six graduate units: Six quarters of Music 220 (24 units); 296D or 296E; 299A; one quarter of 230 (D.M.A., choral conducting) or 231 (D.M.A., orchestral conducting); two courses from Music A232-A270; three courses from Music 200B, 201, 202, 211, 212, 223-227, 250-252, and/or 260-294; 4 units of electives; 297A and the equivalent of a chamber ensemble or small ensemble or large ensemble or mixed concert; 297B and the equivalent of a full-length concert (either 297A or 297B should normally be completed by the end of the second year); four days of written and oral qualifying examinations. After advancement to candidacy: the equivalent of two additional full-length concerts, tapes of which are deposited in the Music Library; D.M.A. research document, (scholarly study or thesis presenting an original contribution or insight into some aspect related to the candidate’s field of study) deposited in the UCSB Davidson Library; and an oral defense of the research document, preceded by a public lecture-recital presentation related to the research document topic.

Note: Continuing students who have successfully completed the Plan 2 M.M. degree will have fulfilled all D.M.A. unit course requirements, are exempt from the written qualifying examinations, and are required to take only the oral qualifying examinations before advancement to candidacy.

Degree Requirements - Keyboard, Strings, and Voice Emphases

Continuing students in keyboard, strings, and voice who selected the Plan 2 M.M. degree will have completed all unit requirements for the D.M.A. degree and are required to take only the oral portions of the qualifying examinations.

Students must pass placement guidance examinations in the subject areas denoted by capital letters or successfully complete equivalent coursework before advancement to candidacy. Course numbers are shown in parentheses. THEORY: Figured Bass (5A-D); Tonal Analysis (160A). HISTORY: Any four of the following periods: Medieval/Renaissance (112AB); Baroque (112C); Classical (112D); Romantic (112E); 20th Century (112F). MUSICIANSHIP: (204A-B-C). Students must have completed the equivalent of 200A (Bibliography). Students must demonstrate reading knowledge of French, German, or Italian (D.M.A. Voice: French, German, and Italian). (See the departmental Graduate Student Handbook for details on language exams.)

D.M.A. pre-candidacy recitals may not be given until a recital audition has been reviewed and approved by two members of the appropriate area committee (keyboard, strings, or voice), as indicated on forms provided by the music graduate advisor. The recitals, too, both pre- and post-candidacy, must be approved by the student’s doctoral committee, as indicated on forms provided by the graduate advisor. Auditions and recitals must take place in Santa Barbara, with the full committee or pre-approved substitutes in attendance.

Admission to candidacy will be established by fulfillment of the residency requirement of six quarters, fulfillment of language requirements, presentations of two recitals or concerts (as specified below), and passing the written and oral D.M.A. qualifying examinations. In addition, the following requirements must be met before advancement to candidacy: Sixty graduate units: Six quarters of Music 220 (24 units); one course from 296A-B-C; 299A; D.M.A. keyboard and strings only: three courses of A244; three courses from Music A232-A270); (voice D.M.A.: three courses from Music A232 or A236 and three courses from A238 or A238P); two quarters from 200B, 201, 202, 211, 212, 223-227, 250-252, and/or 260-294; 4 units of electives selected with guidance of faculty advisor; 297A and a chamber music recital or concerto or major opera/oratorio role or full-length recital; 297B and a full-length recital: either 297A or 297B should normally be completed by the end of the first year; four days of written and oral qualifying examinations. After advancement to candidacy: the equivalent of two additional full-length concerts, tapes of which are deposited in the Music Library; D.M.A. research document, (scholarly study or thesis presenting an original contribution or insight into some aspect related to the candidates’s field of study) deposited in the UCSB Davidson Library; and an oral defense of the research document, preceded by a public lecture-recital presentation related to the research document topic.

Optional Ph.D. Emphasis in European Medieval Studies

The Medieval Studies Program offers an interdisciplinary doctoral emphasis to students previously admitted to a Ph.D. program in the Departments of Dramatic Art, English, French and Italian, History, History of Art and Architecture, Music, Religious Studies, and Spanish and Portuguese. Students pursuing the emphasis in European medieval studies must receive a grade of B or better in each of the following: Medieval Latin (Latin 103); one course in a vernacular, western European or Middle Eastern medieval language (English 205, English 230, French 206, Spanish 222A, Spanish 222B, Portuguese 222, Religious Studies 148A, Religious Studies 148 B, Religious Studies 210); Paleography and/or Diplomatics (History 215S, History 215T); Medieval Studies 200A-B-C; and 8 additional units in graduate courses on medieval topics. Students may petition to have appropriate courses from other institutions, or independent study, substituted for these requirements. Medieval Studies 200A-B-C is the program’s colloquium series; graduate students in the emphasis attend the series and write brief papers on each colloquium (one per term), to be reviewed by the chair of the program (2 units). To qualify for the emphasis, at least one member of a Ph.D. candidate’s dissertation committee must be an affiliated faculty member of the European Medieval Studies Program. Contact the European Medieval Studies Program for additional information on faculty interests, course offerings, and program requirements, or visit our website at www.medievalstudies.ucsb.edu.

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Music Courses

Majors and non-majors admitted to individual performance classes Music 25-33 and 125-133 (all of which are by audition and require the consent of department and instructor) may be required to participate in orchestra, wind ensemble, choir or another ensemble, as appropriate, in quarters in which they are enrolled in such performance classes.

Lower Division

1. Classical Music Live

(4) Rothfarb

Primarily for the non-major. Tickets and transportation provided free of charge. For full course information, please go to: www.music.ucsb.edu/faculty/rothfarb/courses/Music1/.

Students meet for a one-hour pre-concert lecture given by Music Department faculty, and then attend world-class symphony concerts sponsored by Santa Barbara’s Community Arts Music Association.

4A-B-C-D-E-F. Musicianship

(1-1-1-1-1-1) Staff

Prerequisites: placement exam. A grade of at least C- is required in each course of the Music 4 series. Must be taken consecutively, and concurrently with the Music 5 series.

A practical course in sight singing, aural analysis, and rhythmic studies.

5A-B-C-D-E-F. Music Theory

(3-3-3-3-3-3) Staff

Prerequisites: placement exam. A grade of at least C- is required in each course of the Music 5 series. Must be taken consecutively, and concurrently with the Music 4 series.

Music theory sequence: tonal and chromatic harmony, analysis, counterpoint, twentieth-century techniques, formal structures in music.

8. Class Composition

(2) Staff

Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

Primarily for the major. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 18 units, but only 12 units may be applied toward the major.

Assignments in basics of music writing. For a selected number of students enrolled in Music 5A-F.

11. Fundamentals of Music

(4) Staff

For the nonmajor.

The study of notes, scales, triads, inversions, rhythm, harmony, and musical terminology. Laboratory activities include keyboard orientation, sight-singing, and ear training. (F,W,S)

12. Introduction to Music Literature

(3) Prizer, Tcharos, Katz

Prerequisite: open to music majors only.

Survey of western music from the Middle Ages through the present day. Designed to acquaint the new music major with the styles of European art music. For the entering music major, or by permission of the instructor.

15. Music Appreciation

(4) Staff

Not open to music majors.

A selective survey of music of Western civilization, evolution of forms, styles, media. Designed to enable the student to listen with understanding. (F,W,S)

17. World Music

(4) Marcus

No previous training in music required.

An introductory course surveying the unity and diversity of folk, traditional, and classical music of the non-Western world. Emphasis given to dance, theatre, musical instruments, and the role of music in society. (F,W,S)

20A. Elementary Voice

(1) Staff

Prerequisite: Music 11. Placement by audition.

May be repeated for credit in combination with Music 20B and 20C to a maximum of 6 units, but only 3 units may be applied toward the major.

Elementary voice lessons, primarily for the instrumental music major and the music minor. (F,W,S)

20B. Elementary Voice

(1) Staff

Prerequisite: Music 11. Placement by audition.

May be repeated for credit in combination with Music 20A and 20C to a maximum of 6 units, but only 3 units may be applied toward the major.

Elementary voice lessons, primarily for the instrumental music major and the music minor. (F,W,S)

20C. Elementary Voice

(1) Staff

Prerequisite: Music 11. Placement by audition.

May be repeated for credit in combination with Music 20A and 20B to a maximum of 6 units, but only 3 units may be applied toward the major.

Elementary voice lessons, primarily for the instrumental music major and the music minor. (F,W,S)

22. Practicum in World Music Performance

(1) Staff

Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.

Applied instruction in non-Western instruments or vocal styles.

25. Intermediate Voice

(1-3) Ingham, Staff

Prerequisites: by audition; Consent of instructor and department. .

Primarily for music majors. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units.

Intermediate voice lessons. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Voice Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

26A. Intermediate Double Bass

(1-3) Garber

Prerequisites: by audition; consent of instructor and department.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units.

Intermediate double bass lessons. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Double Bass Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.

26B. Intermediate Cello

(1-3) Rutkowski

Prerequisites: by audition; consent of instructor and department.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units.

Intermediate cello lessons. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Cello Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.

26D. Intermediate Viola

(1-3) Callus

Prerequisites: by audition; consent of instructor and department.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units.

Intermediate viola lessons. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Viola Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.

26E. Intermediate Violin

(1-3) Yaron

Prerequisites: by audition; consent of instructor and department.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units.

Intermediate violin lessons. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Violin Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.

27A. Intermediate Bassoon

(1-3) Radford

Prerequisites: by audition; consent of instructor and department.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units.

Intermediate bassoon lessons. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Bassoon Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.

27B. Intermediate Clarinet

(1-3) Bambach

Prerequisites: by audition; consent of instructor and department.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units.

Intermediate clarinet lessons. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Clarinet Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.

27C. Intermediate Flute

(1-3) Felber

Prerequisites: by audition; consent of instructor and department.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units.

Intermediate flute lessons. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Flute Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.

27D. Intermediate Oboe

(1-3) Horn

Prerequisites: by audition; consent of instructor and department.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units.

Intermediate oboe lessons. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Oboe Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.

28A. Intermediate French Horn

(1-3) Gross

Prerequisites: by audition; consent of instructor and department.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units.

Intermediate french horn lessons. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM French Horn Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.

28B. Intermediate Trombone

(1-3) Booth

Prerequisites: by audition; consent of instructor and department.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units.

Intermediate trombone lessons. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Trombone Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.

28C. Intermediate Trumpet

(1-3) Hungerford

Prerequisites: by audition; consent of instructor and department.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units.

Intermediate trumpet lessons. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Trumpet Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.

28D. Intermediate Tuba

(1-3) Booth

Prerequisites: by audition; consent of instructor and department.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units.

Intermediate tuba lessons. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Tuba Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others.

29. Intermediate Percussion

(1-3) Nathan

Prerequisites: by audition; consent of instructor and department.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units.

Intermediate percussion lessons. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Percussion Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

31A-B-C-D-E-F. Class Piano

(1-1-1-1-1-1) Juhn

Prerequisite: placement by audition. A grade of at least C- is required in each course of the music 31 series.

Primarily for music majors. Must be taken consecutively.

Includes scales, sight-reading and appropriate piano literature. (F,W,S)

31X. Class Piano

(1) Juhn

Prerequisite: placement by audition; Music 31F with a minimum grade of C- or passing the piano proficiency test.

Primarily for Music Majors. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.

Optional continuation of Music 31. Equivalent in level to Music 32. Elementary individual class piano instruction in class or individual context. Includes scales, sight reading, transposition, harmonization at the keyboard, with emphasis on piano literature.

32A-B-C-D-E-F. Secondary Piano

(1-1-1-1-1-1) Juhn

Prerequisite: placement by audition.

Primarily for music majors. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.

Optional continuation of Music 31. Elementary individual class piano instruction. Includes scales, sight-reading, transposition, harmonization at the keyboard, with emphasis on piano literature.

33. Intermediate Piano

(1-3) Berkowitz, Asche

Prerequisites: by audition; consent of instructor and department.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 27 units.

Intermediate piano lessons. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Piano Emphasis and BM Piano Accompanying Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

35A-B-C-D-E-F. Piano Accompanying

(1-1-1-1-1-1) Staff

Prerequisites: Music 33 (may be taken concurrently) for piano and accompanying emphasis majors only; consent of instructor.

An introduction to the study of accompaniment repertoire and performance (art song, instrumental literature, orchestral transcriptions, sight-reading).

51. Vocal and Instrumental Coaching

(1) Juhn, Ballerino

Prerequisite: concurrent vocal or instrumental study (Music 25-29).

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units, but only 3 units may be applied toward the major.

Musical preparation of vocal or instrumental works from a coach/accompanist.

88. Intermediate Composition

(2) Staff

Prerequisites: passing of freshman composition portfolio and consent of instructor.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units, but only 6 units may be applied toward the major.

Preparation for Music 108. For selected students.

94. Freshman Audition

(1) Staff

Preparation of freshman audition.

96A-B-C. Honors Project

(2-2-2) Staff

Prerequisites: honors students only; consent of instructor and department.

Public presentation of sophomore project:

A. Public performance of sophomore audition (BM performance; BA by petition)

B. Portfolio

C. Public presentation of sophomore paper (BA music)

97. BM Sophomore Audition

(2) Staff

Prerequisites: passing of freshman audition (may be waived for transfer students); consent of instructor.

Preparation of sophomore audition.

98. Readings in Music

(1-3) Staff

Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

Students must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade-point average. May be repeated for credit up to 6 units. Students are limited to 5 units per quarter and 30 units total in all 98/99/198/199/199AA-ZZ courses combined.

Critical review and discussion of related topics in musicology, ethnomusicology, composition, theory, or performance. (F,W,S)

99. Introduction to Musical Research

(1-3) Staff

Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

Independent research under the guidance of a faculty member in the department. Course offers exceptional students the opportunity to undertake independent research of work in a research group in topics in musicology, ethnomusicology, composition, theory, or performance. (F,W,S)

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Upper Division

All upper-division Music courses that require any course in the Music 4A-F sequence and/or any course in the Music 5A-F sequence as prerequisites requires that these prerequisites be passed with a grade of C- or better, or that the student have been placed into a higher course in the sequence or out of the sequence entirely in the placement tests conducted by the Department of Music.

101A-B-C. Twentieth-Century Techniques

(2-2-2) Haladyna

Prerequisite: Music 5E.

Music 101A not open for credit to students who have completed Music 101.

A study of contemporary techniques, through both written work and analysis.

102. Fundamentals of Counterpoint

(3) Staff

Prerequisite: Music 5E or equivalent.

A study of the general principles of counterpoint based on literature and repertoire of various periods, complemented by written exercises.

103. Eighteenth Century Counterpoint

(3) Feigin

Prerequisites: Music 5E and 102.

A study of contrapuntal practices of the eighteenth century through analysis and compositional exercises.

104. Musical Instruments of the World

(3) Hsu

A systematic study of musical instruments in world cultures involving classification, distribution, acoustical phenomena, and physical typologies. Emphasis on cross-cultural comparative analysis of solo and ensemble groupings, and the role of musical instruments in the study of acculturation, historical diffusion, and aesthetics.(F,W,S)

105. Field and Laboratory Methods in Ethnomusicology

(3) Staff

Prerequisite: Music 176.

The development and execution of field research designs. Practical field experience using various techniques of data collection and management including music recording, photography, filming, questionnaires, and interviewing. The use and interpretation of standard and innovative laboratory methods for processing data, including computer analysis.

106A-B-C. Orchestration

(2-2-2) Haladyna

Prerequisite: Music 5E.

Music 106A not open for credit to students who have completed Music 106. Music 106B not open for credit to students who have completed Music 107.

The study of orchestration through written work and analysis.

108. Advanced Composition

(1-3) Feigin

Prerequisites: Music 5F; passing of sophomore composition portfolio; consent of instructor.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units.

Individual instruction in composition. Taken for 3 units per quarter by BM Piano Emphasis and BM Composition Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. Assignments using small and large forms.

109IA. Direct Digital Synthesis, Processing and Composition

(3) Kuchera-Morin

Prerequisites: upper-division standing; consent of instructor; music majors must have taken Music 5E.

First quarter of general purpose computing for computer music applications. Topics include: introduction to the UNIX operating system and the vi editor, music synthesis using C-music program and score input programs.

109IB. Direct Digital Synthesis, Processing and Composition

(3) Kuchera-Morin

Prerequisite: Music 109IA.

Second quarter of a three-quarter series concentrating on computer instrument design using C-based computer music software and exploring sythesis applications of frequency modulation, amplitude modulation, additive/subtractive synthesis etc., computer processing of sound, and computer music composition.

109IC. Direct Digital Synthesis, Processing and Composition

(3) Kuchera-Morin

Prerequisites: Music 109IA and 109IB.

Third quarter of a three-quarter series concentrating on advanced C-based computer programs for digital signal processing, advanced instrument design. Most of the emphasis in the quarter is music composition.

109LA. Real-Time Digital Synthesis, Processing and Composition

(2) Roads

Prerequisites: upper-division standing; consent of instructor; music majors must have taken Music 5E.

A maximum of 12 units total allowed for Music 109LA, 109LB, and 109LC.

First quarter of a three-quarter series course in real-time digital synthesis and composition will concentrate on multi-track recording, mixing, digital signal processing using micro-computers and special purpose DSP equipment for music composition.

109LB. Real-Time Digital Synthesis, Processing and Composition

(2) Roads

Prerequisite: Music 109LA.

A maximum of 12 units total allowed for Music 109LA, 109LB, and 109LC.

Second quarter of a three-quarter series course will concentrate on digital synthesis (primarily frequency modulation, simple and complex; but also amplitude modulation and additive synthesis) using micro-computers, digital synthesizers and processing equipment for music composition.

109LC Real-Time Digital Synthesis, Processing and Composition

(2) Roads

Prerequisites: Music 109LA and 109LB.

A maximum of 12 units total allowed for Music 109LA, 109LB, and 109LC.

Third quarter of a three-quarter series course will concentrate on real-time computer music composition with micro-computers and digital synthesis/processing equipment.

109N. Special Topics in Computer Music and Digital Signal Processing

(3) Kuchera-Morin, Roads

Prerequisites: Music 109LA-B-C or 109IA-B-C.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units.

Advanced topics in computer music composition, synthesis, and digital signal processing.

112AB. History of Music: The Middle Ages and Renaissance

(3) Prizer

Prerequisites: Music 5C; and Music 12 with a minimum grade of C-.

History of music in Western civilization from antiquity to 1600.

112C. History of Music: The Baroque

(3) Prizer, Tcharos

Prerequisites: Music 5C; and Music 12 with a minimum grade of C-.

History of music in Western civilization from 1600 to 1750.

112D. History of Music: The Classic Era

(3) Tcharos

Prerequisites: Music 5C; and Music 12 with a minimum grade of C-.

History of music in Western civilization from 1725 to 1825.

112E. History of Music: The Romantic Era

(3) Katz

Prerequisites: Music 5C; and Music 12 with a minimum grade of C-.

History of music in Western civilization from 1790 to 1918.

112F. History of Music: The Twentieth Century

(3) Katz

Prerequisites: Music 5C; and Music 12 with a minimum grade of C-.

History of music in Western civilization from 1870 to the present.

113A. The History of Opera: 1600-1800

(4) Tcharos

An overview of the history of opera from 1600-1800, placing selected works within a social context, and viewing opera as a musical work, dramatic spectacle, and cultural commodity.

113B. The History of Opera: 1800-1960

(4) Katz

An overview of the history of opera from 1800-1960, placing selected works within a social context, and viewing opera as a musical work, dramatic spectacle, and cultural commodity.

114. Music and Popular Culture in America

(4) Staff

Prerequisites: upper-division standing; not open to music majors.

A survey of the relationships between music and popular culture in America. Music to be discussed includes blues, jazz, and rock, as well as classical music. Emphasis is on cultural, rather than technical aspects of music. (F,W,S)

115. Symphonic Music

(4) Rutkowski

Prerequisite: Music 15.

For the nonmajor.

A study of selected symphonic works.

118A-Z. History and Literature of Great Composers in Western Music

(4) Staff

Prerequisite: Music 15.

For the nonmajor.

A survey of the life and stylistic development of the music of an individual composer selected from the fourteenth to the twentieth century.

A. Ludwig van Beethoven

B. J. S. Bach

C. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

D. Frederic Chopin

E. Haydn

F-Z. Other composers

119A. Music and Politics

(4) Hall

No previous training in music required. Primarily for non-majors: also open to majors.

A study of the interaction between music and politics from the fourteenth century to the present. Includes discussion of relevant art from each period.

120A. Orchestral Conducting

(2) Staff

Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units, but only 4 units may be applied toward the major.

An introduction to the fundamentals of orchestral conducting and score reading.

120B. Choral Conducting

(2) Gervais

Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units, but only 4 units may be applied toward the major.

An introduction to the fundamentals of choral conducting and score reading.

120C. Advanced Conducting

(1) Gervais

Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units, but only 2 units may be applied toward the major.

Applied instruction in choral and orchestral conducting.

120T. Choral Techniques

(2) Gervais

Prerequisites: Music 120B (may be taken concurrently); consent of instructor.

Aspects of choral techniques including: development of concert programs and rehearsal plans, rehearsal procedures, types of vocal ensembles and seating configurations, acoustical considerations, performance and recording procedures, long-term programming and artistic development, social and organizational aspects of vocal ensemble.

122. Practicum in World Music Performance

(1) Staff

Prerequisites: consent of instructor. Passing of sophomore audition for Bachelor of Music Composition emphasis majors.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.

Applied instruction in non-Western instruments or vocal styles.

125. Advanced Voice

(1-4) Ingham, Staff

Prerequisite: passing of voice sophomore audition.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units.

Advanced voice lessons. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Voice Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

126A. Advanced Double Bass

(1-4) Garber

Prerequisite: passing of double bass sophomore audition.

May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 36 units.

Advanced double bass lessons. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Double Bass Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

126B. Advanced Cello

(1-4) Rutkowski

Prerequisite: passing of cello sophomore audition.

May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 36 units.

Advanced cello lessons. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Cello Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

126D. Advanced Viola

(1-4) Callus

Prerequisite: passing of viola sophomore audition.

May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 36 units.

Advanced viola lessons. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Viola Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

126E. Advanced Violin

(1-4) Yaron

Prerequisite: passing of violin sophomore audition.

May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 36 units.

Advanced violin lessons. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Violin Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

127A. Advanced Bassoon

(1-4) Radford

Prerequisite: passing of bassoon sophomore audition.

May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 36 units.

Advanced bassoon lessons. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Bassoon Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

127B. Advanced Clarinet

(1-4) Bambach

Prerequisite: passing of clarinet sophomore audition.

May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 36 units.

Advanced clarinet lessons. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Clarinet Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

127C. Advanced Flute

(1-4) Felber

Prerequisite: passing of flute sophomore audition.

May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 36 units.

Advanced flute lessons. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Flute Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

127D. Advanced Oboe

(1-4) Horn

Prerequisite: passing of oboe sophomore audition.

May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 36 units.

Advanced oboe lessons. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Oboe Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

128A. Advanced French Horn

(1-4) Gross

Prerequisite: passing of french horn sophomore audition.

May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 36 units.

Advanced french horn lessons. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM French Horn Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

128B. Advanced Trombone

(1-4) Booth

Prerequisite: passing of trombone sophomore audition.

May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 36 units.

Advanced trombone lessons. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Trombone Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

128C. Advanced Trumpet

(1-4) Hungerford

Prerequisite: passing of trumpet sophomore audition.

May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 36 units.

Advanced trumpet lessons. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Trumpet Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

128D. Advanced Tuba

(1-4) Booth

Prerequisite: passing of tuba sophomore audition.

May be repeated for credit up to a maximum of 36 units.

Advanced tuba lessons. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Tuba Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

129. Advanced Percussion

(1-4) Nathan

Prerequisite: passing of percussion sophomore audition.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units.

Advanced percussion lessons. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Percussion Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

133. Advanced Piano

(1-4) Berkowitz, Asche

Prerequisite: passing of piano sophomore audition. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units.

Advanced piano lessons. Taken for 4 units per quarter by BM Piano Emphasis and BM Piano Accompanying Emphasis majors, and for 1-2 units per quarter by all others. (F,W,S)

135A-B-C. Piano Accompanying

(2-2-2) Staff

Prerequisites: Music 35A-B-C or Music 133 (may be taken concurrently); piano and accompanying emphasis majors only; consent of instructor.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 4 units each.

An advanced study of accompaniment repertoire and performance (art song, instrumental literature, orchestral transcription, sight-reading).

150. Opera/Song Repertoire

(2) Ingham

Prerequisite: Music 25 or 33.

Letter grade required for majors. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units.

A detailed study of operatic literature and concert literature (lieder, melodies, songs, and pieces with instruments). The interpretation of vocal music as a preparation for performance. (F,W,S)

151. Vocal and Instrumental Coaching

(1) Juhn, Ballerino

Prerequisite: concurrent upper-division vocal or instrumental study (Music 125-129).

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units, but only 3 units may be applied toward the major.

Musical preparation of vocal or instrumental works.

158A-B-C-D. Diction

(1-1-1-1) Ingham

Prerequisite: for Music 158A-B: Music 25. For Music 158C-D, primarily for voice majors; Music 25.

A. English diction (W)

B. Italian diction (F)

C. German diction (W)

D. French diction (S)

160A. Tonal Analysis

(3) Staff

Prerequisites: Music 4E and 5E.

Analysis of small-scale and large-scale formal structures through mid-classical period.

160B. Twentieth Century Analysis

(3) Hall

Prerequisites: Music 4E and 5E.

Analysis of non-tonal and twelve-tone music.

160C. Advanced Tonal Analysis

(3) Staff

Prerequisites: Music 4F, 5F, and 160A.

Continuation of Musics 160A, advanced tonal analysis through nineteenth century works.

160D. Tuning and Temperament

(3) Marcus

Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

Survey of a number of tuning systems found around the world, including those of ancient Greece, Europe, India, China, the Arab Middle East, Turkey, and Indonesia. The mathematical, aesthetic, and symbolic bases of each system will be considered.

160E. The Arabic System of Melodic Modes: The Maqamat

(3) Marcus

Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

An intensive examination of the system of melodic modes (maqamat) that governs present-day practice in the eastern Arab world. Emphasis given to theoretical issues (quarter tones, tetrachordal structures, and theories of intonation), analysis of standard repertoire, and procedures governing improvisation.

160F. Sound Color: Timbre and Music

(3) Hajda

Prerequisites: consent of instructor; not open to freshmen.

“Sound color” refers to the quality or timbre of musical sound, whether instrumental, vocal, or synthetic. This course investigates timbre’s special perceptual and cognitive qualities, as well as its unique espressive power in music.

162. Choral Literature

(3) Gervais

Prerequisites: three quarters of the Music 112A-F series.

A historical and analytical survey of major choral works from the seventeenth century to the present.

165. Art Song

(4) Staff

Prerequisites: three quarters of the Music 112AB-F series.

The development of the art song with special emphasis on the poetry and musical styles which evolved in each historical period.

167. National Elements in Music

(4) Katz

Prerequisites: three quarters of the Music 112AB-F series.

In-depth discussion and analysis of music concentrating on the nineteenth and twentieth centuries of a particular country.

168B. The Anthropology of Music

(4) Staff

An examination of music performance traditions as cultural and social phenomena. Special attention given to theoretical formulations of musical anthropology.

168G. Other Issues in Ethnomusicology

(4) Staff

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 16 units.

A study of other cultural issues in ethnomusicology. Specific issues or topics will vary by quarter and will be announced in advance by the department.

168H. Music and Tourism

(4) Cooley

Students read folklore, anthropology, tourism studies, musicology, and ethnomusicology in an attempt to develop theories for interpreting the impact of tourism on music locally and globally.

168X. Umm Kulthum: Her Music, Her Life, Her Times

(4) Marcus

Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

Analysis of the music, life and times of the predominant Arab singer of the twentieth century. Individual projects may focus on music or text analysis, issues of gender, nationalism, agency, performance, practice, and investigation of related arts (film, novels, etc.).

169. Notation and Transcription in Ethnomusicology

(3) Staff

Survey of existing notational systems and exercises in ethnomusicology and transcription, with particular attention to issues related to the visual representation of performed musical sound.

173. Studies in Music Theory

(4) Staff

Prerequisites: Music 5A-F.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 8 units.

Selected topics in musical analysis.

175E. Music Cultures of the World: China

(4) Hsu

An examination of universal music issues through case studies of Chinese musical works, musicians, theories, and practices. Special attention given to interdisciplinary understanding of Chinese music and culture.

175F. Music Cultures of the World: The Middle East

(4) Marcus

Arab, Turkish, and Persian music traditions from historical, cultural, and musicological perspectives. Emphasis given to the position of music in Islam, present-day performers, and modal and rhythmic structures.

175G. Music Cultures of the World: India

(4) Marcus

A survey of music traditions of the Indian subcontinent from classical to folk and popular. Emphasis on the position of music in Hindu philosophy, the role of music in society, musical instruments, and modal and rhythmic structures (Raga and Tala).

175K. Music Cultures of the World: Other Regions

(4) Staff

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 16 units.

A study of music traditions and genres from other regions of the world. Specific regions studied vary by quarter and will be announced in advance by the department.

175L. Music Culture of the Polish Tatra Mountains

(4) Cooley

The Tatras are the home of a distinct folk culture, including music based on polyphonic singing and violin ensembles. Course investigates the present-day music from this region and it’s history, and examines the influence of tourism and ethnography on the music-culture.

175M. American Folk Music: Old-Time, Bluegrass, and Country

(4) Cooley

The study of English-language American folk music, using mixed-media tools for learning. The focus is on string band music often associated with Appalachia and usually called “old-time,” and the distinct but related styles of bluegrass and country.

176. Studies in Ethnomusicology

(4) Staff

Prerequisites: upper-division standing.

An introduction to the field of ethnomusicology using theories and methods derived from the social sciences and humanities. Topic areas to include transcription and analysis, musicians, musical instruments, music acculturation, and the function of music in society.

178A-B. Performance Practices

(4-4) Staff

Prerequisites: three quarters of the Music 112AB-F series.

A. A study, through selected works, of historical performance practices of vocal and instrumental music from the Middle Ages through the romantic era. Problems to be treated will include instrumentation, ornamentation, figured bass, rhythm, tempo, articulation, and expression.

B. A study, through selected works, of performance practices of twentieth-century music, with particular attention to new notational concepts and their execution.

179. Proseminar in Medieval Music

(4) Prizer

Prerequisites: Music 112AB and two additional quarters of the Music 112AB-F series.

A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of medieval music.

180. Proseminar in Renaissance Music

(4) Prizer

Prerequisites: Music 112AB and two additional quarters of the Music 112AB-F series.

A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of renaissance music.

181. Proseminar in Baroque Music

(4) Prizer, Tcharos

Prerequisites: Music 112C and two additional quarters of the Music 112AB-F series.

A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of Baroque music.

182. Proseminar in Classical Music

(4) Tcharos

Prerequisites: Music 112D and two additional quarters of the Music 112AB-F series.

A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of classical music.

183. Proseminar in Romantic Music

(4) Katz

Prerequisites: Music 112E and two additional quarters of the Music 112AB-F series.

A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of romantic music.

184. Proseminar in Contemporary Music

(4) Katz

Prerequisites: Music 112F and two additional quarters of the Music 112AB-F series.

A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of contemporary music.

187. Strauss and Hofmannsthal

(4) Hsu

Prerequisite: upper-division standing.

Same course as Comparative Literture 187.

A course in the collaboration between composer and poet. A study of the operas, the correspondence, and related developments in German music in the early twentieth century.

188. Ethnomusicology Forum

(1) Staff

Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

May be repeated for credit in combination with Music 172 to a maximum of 6 units. Students must be currently involved in a research project.

A forum for the presentation of research and performances by students, faculty, and visiting scholars and performers. Students must be currently involved in a research project. (F,W,S)

191. Special Topics

(2-4) Staff

Prerequisites: upper-division standing; consent of instructor.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units.

Special seminar in selected problems of current musicology, ethnomusicology, theory, or performance.

192. B.A. Senior Project

(3) Staff

Prerequisites: open to senior music majors only.

Preparation of senior audition, composition, or paper.

195. Junior Recital

(2) Staff

Prerequisite: passing of B.M. sophomore audition; open to upper-division bachelor of music performance emphasis majors only.

Preparation of junior recital.

195B. Junior Composition Portfolio

(2) Staff

Prerequisites: passing of B.M. sophomore composition portfolio; consent of instructor; open to upper-division bachelor of music composition emphasis majors only.

Preparation of junior composition portfolio.

196. Honors Music

(4) Staff

Prerequisites: upper-division standing; honors students only; consent of instructor and department.

An undergraduate seminar for honor students. Carefully selected topics intended to foster excellence in research, theory, composition, or performance.

197. Senior Recital

(3) Staff

Prerequisites: passing of junior recital; open to senior bachelor of music performance emphasis majors only.

Preparation of senior recital.

197B. Senior Composition Portfolio and Recital

(3) Staff

Prerequisites: passing of junior composition portfolio; consent of instructor; open to senior bachelor of music composition emphasis majors only.

Preparation of senior composition portfolio.

198. Readings in Music

(1-4) Staff

Prerequisites: upper-division standing; completion of three quarters of the Music 112A-F series; consent of instructor.

Students must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade-point average and are limited to 5 units per quarter and 30 units total in all 98/99/198/199/199AA-ZZ courses combined. Music 198 may be repeated to a maximum of 16 units.

Critical review and discussion of related topics in musicology, ethnomusicology, composition, theory, or performance.

199. Individual Research in Music

(1-4) Staff

Prerequisites: upper-division standing; completion of three quarters of the Music 112AB-F series; consent of instructor.

Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA for the preceding 3 quarters and are limited to 5 units per quarter and 30 units total in all 98/99/198/199/199AA-ZZ courses combined. Students are limited to 4 units per quarter and 16 units total in Music 198/199 courses.

Independent research under the guidance of a faculty member in the department. Course offers qualified students the opportunity to undertake independent research or work in a research group in topics in musicology, ethnomusicology, composition, theory, or performance.

199RA. Independent Research Assistance in Music

(1-4) Staff

Prerequisites: upper-division standing; completion of three quarters of the Music 112AB-F series; consent of instructor and department.

Faculty supervised research assistance.

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Graduate Courses

200A. Bibliography and Research Techniques

(4) Staff

Primarily intended for the M.A. and Ph.D. graduate student in music.

A survey of music bibliography and research methods.

200B. Bibliography and Research Techniques

(4) Staff

Primarily intended for the M.A. and Ph.D. graduate student in musicology or theory.

Survey and discussion of select historical, methodological, and theoretical approaches to research in musicology.

200C. Bibliography and Research Techniques

(4) Hsu

Primarily intended for Ph.D. students in ethnomusicology.

Survey of bibliographic sources and individual research projects in ethnomusicology.

200D. Bibliography and Research Techniques

(4) Staff

Primarily intended for M.A. and Ph.D. students in theory.

A survey of music bibliography and research methods in theory.

201C. Notation and Music: Their Historical Interrelation

(4) Prizer

White mensural notation, lute and keyboard tablatures.

202A-B. Seminar in Musicology

(4-4) Staff

Prerequisites: M.A. or equivalent with consent of instructor.

For advanced students only. A two-quarter in-progress sequence course with grades for both quarters issued upon completion of 202B. May be repeated for credit.

A two-quarter doctoral seminar dealing with selected topics in musicology.

203MT. Musicology - Theory Forum

(1) Staff

Prerequisites: graduate standing with musicology or theory emphasis.

A monthly meeting of musicology and theory students, faculty, and visiting scholars to present their current research.

204A. Graduate Musicianship I

(1) Staff

An introduction for graduate students who fail the musicianship placement exam. 204A reviews diatonic ear-training skills and their relation to theory. All graduate students encouraged to enroll; theory/composition students should especially consider 204A as a pedagogical study.

204B. Graduate Musicianship II

(1) Staff

Prerequsite: Music 204A.

Continues skills of 204A; reviews musicianship skills for modulation. All graduate students encouraged to enroll; theory/composition students should especially consider 204B as a pedagogical study of musicianship.

204C. Graduate Musicianship III

(1) Staff

Prerequsite: Music 204A.

Open to all graduate students; theory and composition students especially encouraged to take as a pedagogical study.

Continues skills of Music 204A and 204B; reviews musicianship skills for chromatic harmony.

207A-B. Seminar in Orchestration

(4-4) Staff

Prerequisite: graduate standing in composition.

A. Instrumental families of the orchestra.

B. Writing for full orchestra.

208. Graduate Composition

(4) Barlow, Feigin, Kuchera-Morin, Roads

Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

Required for M.A. and Ph.D. in composition. May be repeated for credit.

Individual instruction in composition.

209IA. Direct Digital Synthesis, Processing and Composition

(4) Kuchera-Morin

Prerequisites: graduate music majors and graduate non-majors in areas of electrical engineering, computer science, physics and mathematics; consent of instructor.

209IB. Direct Digital Synthesis, Processing and Composition

(4) Kuchera-Morin

Prerequisite: Music 209IA.

Second quarter of a 3-quarter sequence course will concentrate on computer music instrument design using C-based music software and exploring applications of frequency modulation, amplitude modulation, additive/subtractive synthesis, digital signal processing, and computer music composition.

209LA. Real-Time Digital Music Synthesis, Processing and Composition

(2) Roads

Prerequisites: graduate music majors and graduate non-majors in areas of electrical engineering, computer science, physics, and math; consent of instructor.

First quarter of a 3-quarter sequence course will concentrate on multi-track recording, mixing, digital signal processing using micro-computers and special purpose dsp equipment.

209LB. Real-Time Digital Music Synthesis, Processing and Composition

(2) Roads

Prerequisite: Music 209LA.

Second quarter of a 3-quarter sequence course will concentrate on digital synthesis (primarily frequency modulation, simple and complex; but also amplitude modulation and additive synthesis) using micro-computers, digital synthesizers and processing equipment.

209LC. Real-Time Digital Music Synthesis, Processing and Composition

(2) Roads

Prerequisites: Music 209LA and 209LB.

Third quarter of a 3-quarter sequence course will concentrate on real-time computer music composition with micro-computer and digital synthesis/processing equipment.

209N. Special Topics in Electronic Music

(3) Kuchera-Morin, Roads

Prerequisite: Music 209L.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units.

Advanced topics in computer music composition, synthesis, and digital signal processing.

211A-B-C. Contemporary Techniques

(4-4-4) Feigin

Prerequisite: passing grade on all theory placement guidance examinations.

A detailed study of contemporary compositional techniques. Extensive compositional exercises will be required in whole-tone, pentatonic, quartal, pitch-set, tone-row, process, percussion, and aleatoric composition.

212A-B-C. Canon and Fugue

(4-4-4) Feigin

Prerequisite: passing grade on all theory placement guidance examinations.

A detailed study of Bach’s canons and fugues, including invertible counterpoint, stretto, triple and quadruple counterpoint, as well as extensions by later and contemporary composers. Extensive compositional exercises required.

219. Applied Instruction

(2) Staff

Prerequisite: graduate standing. Enrollment by audition.

Not for the performance emphasis in MM or DMA degree programs. May be repeated for credit.

Applied vocal or instrumental instruction for graduate students other than in the performance emphasis discipline of MM and DMA degree programs.

220. Graduate Performance

(3-4) Staff

Prerequisite: entrance audition for MM or DMA degree program.

May be repeated for credit. (MM Piano Accompanying: 3 units.)

Applied instruction in the performance emphasis discipline (MM Piano Accompanying: instruction in piano) of MM and DMA degree programs.

222X. Practicum in World Music Performance

(1-2) Marcus

Prerequisites: graduate standing; consent of instructor.

May be repeated for credit.

Individual or group instruction in non-western instruments or vocal styles.

224. Organology

(4) Hsu

A systematic study of musical instruments in world cultures involving classification, distribution, acoustical phenomena, and physical typologies. Emphasis on cross-cultural, comparative analysis of solo and ensemble groupings, and the role of musical instruments in the study of acculturation, historical diffusion, and aesthetics.

225. Field and Laboratory Methods in Ethnomusicology

(4) Staff

Prerequisite: Music 276.

The development and execution of field research designs. Practical field experience using various techniques of data collection and management, including music recording, photography, filming, questionnaires, and interviewing. The use and interpretation of standard and innovative laboratory methods for processing data, including computer analysis.

226. Notation and Transcription in Ethnomusicology

(4) Staff

Survey of existing notational systems and exercises in ethnomusicaological transcription, with particular attention to issues related to the visual representation of performed musical sound.

227A-B. Seminar in Ethnomusicology

(4-4) Staff

Prerequisite: graduate standing in ethnomusicology.

A graduate seminar examining special problems, current theories, analytic procedures, and recent innovations in ethnomusicology.

231. Choral Conducting

(2) Gervais

Prerequisite: enrollment by audition.

May be repeated for credit.

Advanced conducting techniques, score reading and analysis, rehearsal techniques and repertoire for vocal and choral ensembles. (F,W,S)

231T. Choral Techniques

(2) Gervais

Prerequisites: Music 231 (may be taken concurrently); consent of instructor.

233. Score Reading

(2) Staff

Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

Required for M.M. and D.M.A. degrees in Conducting. May be repeated for credit.

A practical survey of score-reading of selected orchestral scores of the eighteenth, nineteenth, and twentieth centuries including a detailed study of the necessary transcriptions and their relationship to the various clefs.

235A-B-C-D-E-F. Accompanying Techniques and Repertoire

(2-2-2-2-2-2) Staff

Prerequisite: MM/DMA piano and piano accompanying emphases only.

Emphasizes advanced accompaniment techniques, the intensive study of the French and German song cycle, secco recitative, and orchestral score-reading.

250A-B. Seminar in Music Theory

(4-4) van den Toorn, Hall

Topics in theoretical research. Content will vary depending on instructor.

A. Analysis and theory of atonal music.

B. Analysis and theory of twelve-tone music.

251A-B. Seminar in the History of Theory

(4-4) Rothfarb, van den Toorn

A. History of early music theory.

B. History of music theory from Rameau to Schenker.

252A-B. Seminar in Schenkerian Analysis

(4-4) Rothfarb

Must be taken in consecutive order.

A. Readings in the theory of Schenkerian analysis. Basic analytical techniques.

B. Advanced reading in Schenkerian theory. Analysis of large forms.

256. Vocal and Instrumental Coaching

(2) Staff

Prerequisites: concurrent graduate vocal or instrumental study (Music 220, 219, 235); graduate standing; consent of instructor.

Musical preparation of vocal or instrumental works.

257. Composition Forum

(1) Staff

Prerequisite: Music 208.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 16 units.

A forum for the presentation and discussion of new works by students, faculty and guest composers. (F,W,S)

258. Opera/Song Repertoire

(2) Ingham

Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

A detailed study of operatic literature and concert literature (Lieder, melodies, songs, and pieces with instruments). The interpretation of vocal music as a preparation for performance.

260D. Tuning and Temperament

(4) Marcus

Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

The course surveys a number of tuning systems around the world, including those of ancient Greece, Europe, India, China, the Arab Middle East, Turkey, and Indonesia. The mathematical, aesthetic, and symbolic basis of each system will be considered.

260E. The Arabic System of Melodic Modes (Maqamat)

(4) Marcus

Prerequisites: graduate standing; consent of instructor.

Examination of the system of melodic modes (maqamat) governing present-day melodic practice in the eastern Arab world. Emphasis given to theoretical issues (quarter tones, tetrachordel structures, and theories of intonation), analysis of pieces in the repertoire, and procedures governing improvisation.

260F. Sound Color

(4) Hajda

Prerequisites: graduate standing; consent of instructor.

261. Seminar in Musicology: The Middle Ages

(4) Prizer

May be repeated for credit.

Graduate seminar in music of the middle ages.

262B. Anthropology of Music

(4) Staff

Examination of music performance traditions as cultural and social phenomena. Special attention given to theoretical formulations of musical anthropology.

262G. Other Issues in Ethnomusicology

(4) Staff

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 16 units provided topics are different.

A study of other cultural issues in ethnomusicology. Specific topics will vary by quarter and will be announced in advance by the department.

262H. Music and Tourism

(4) Cooley

Students read folklore, anthropology, tourism studies, musicology, and ethnomusicology in an attempt to develop theories for interpreting the impact of tourism on music locally and globally.

263. Seminar in Musicology: The Renaissance

(4) Prizer

May be repeated for credit.

Graduate seminar in Renaissance music.

265. Seminar in Musicology: The Baroque Period

(4) Prizer, Tcharos

May be repeated for credit.

Graduate seminar in music of the Baroque period.

266. Seminar in Musicology: The Classical Period

(4) Tcharos

May be repeated for credit.

Graduate seminar in music of the Classical period.

268. Seminar in Musicology: The Romantic Period

(4) Staff

May be repeated for credit.

Graduate seminar in music of the Romantic period.

269. Seminar in Musicology: The Twentieth Century

(4) Staff

May be repeated for credit.

Graduate seminar in music of the twentieth century.

273. Studies in Music Theory

(4) Staff

Selected topics in musical analysis.

275. Seminar in Music Criticism

(4) Rothfarb

Investigation of important critical writing in music from the early eighteenth century to the present with study of related works in the field of aesthetics. Analysis of the scope and impact of criticism in the musical life of each period.

276A-B. Studies in Ethnomusicology

(4-4) Cooley

278B. Performance Practices

(4) Staff

A study, through selected works, of twentieth-century music with particular attention to new notational concepts and their execution.

279. Proseminar in Medieval Music

(4) Prizer

Prerequisite: graduate standing.

Recommended preparation: passing Medieval section of Guidance exam, or Music 112AB.

A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of medieval music.

282. Proseminar in Classical Music

(4) Tcharos, Katz

Prerequisite: graduate standing.

Recommended preparation: passing Classical portion of Guidance exam, or Music 112D.

A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of classical music.

283. Proseminar in Romantic Music

(4) Katz

Prerequisite: graduate standing.

Recommended preparation: passing Romantic portion of Guidance exam, or Music 112E.

A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of romantic music.

284. Proseminar in Contemporary Music

(4) Katz

Prerequisite: graduate standing.

Recommended preparation: passing of twentieth century portion of guidance exam, or Music 112F.

A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of contemporary music.

287. Strauss and Hofmannsthal

(4) Hsu

Same course as Comparative Literture 287.

A course in the collaboration between composer and poet. A study of the operas, the correspondence, and related developments in German music in the early twentieth century.

288. Ethnomusicology Forum

(1) Staff

Not open for credit to students who have completed Music 222.

A forum for the presentation of research and performances by students, faculty, and visiting scholars and performers. Students must be currently involved in a research or performance project.

291. Proseminar in Renaissance Music

(4) Prizer

Prerequisite: graduate standing.

Recommended preparation: passing of Renaissance portion of guidance exam, or Music 112AB.

A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of renaissance music.

292. Proseminar in Baroque Music

(4) Prizer, Tcharos

Prerequisite: graduate standing.

Recommended preparation: passing of Baroque portion of guidance exam, or Music 112C.

A selective study of various stylistic and historical aspects of baroque music.

293E. Music Cultures of the World: China

(4) Staff

Not open for credit to students who have completed Music 223.

Examination of universal music issues through case studies of Chinese musical works, musicians, theories and practices. Special attention given to interdisciplinary understanding of Chinese music and culture.

293G. Music Cultures of the World: India

(4) Marcus

Prerequisite: graduate standing.

Not open for credit to students who have completed Music 216.

A survey of music traditions of the Indian subcontinent from classical to folk and popular. Emphasis given to the position of music in Hindu philosophy, the role of music in society, musical instruments, and modal and rhythmic structures (raga and tala).

293K. Music Cultures of the World: Other Regions

(4) Staff

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 16 units provided region studied is different.

A study of the music traditions and genres from other regions of the world. Specific regions studied vary from quarter to quarter and will be announced in advance by the department.

293L. Music Culture of the Polish Tatra Mountains

(4) Cooley

The Tatras are the home of a distinct folk culture, including music based on polyphonic singing and violin ensembles. Course investigates the present day music from this region and its history, and examines the influence of tourism and ethnography on the music culture.

293M. American Folk Music

(4) Cooley

The study of English language American folk music, using mixed-media for learning. The focus is on string band music often associated with Appalachia and usually called “oldtime,” and the distinct but related styles of bluegrass and country.

295A-B. Master of Music Performances

(2-2) Staff

Prerequisite: master of music students only. Recital audition required.

Preparation of:

A. A full-length recital, Conducting: the equivalent of a full-length concert.

B. A major performance: chamber music recital, concerto, major opera/oratorio role, or another full-length recital. Conducting: the equivalent of a chamber ensemble, small ensemble, large ensemble, or mixed concert.

296AA-ZZ. Performance Literature

(4) Staff

A study of problems in the analysis and performance of major works in selected repertoire.

A. Piano

B. Strings

C. Voice

D. Orchestral

E. Choral

F. Woodwinds

G. Brass

297A-B. Doctor of Musical Arts Performances

(2-2) Staff

Prerequisite: DMA (including MM Plan 2) students only. Recital audition required.

Preparation of:

A. Chamber music recital, concerto, major opera/oratorio role, or a full-length recital. Conducting: the equivalent of a chamber ensemble, small ensemble, large ensemble, or mixed concert.

B. A full-length recital. Conducting: the equivalent of a full-length concert.

299A-B. Doctor of Musical Arts Seminar: Historical/Theoretical Aspects of Music.

(4-4) Staff

Prerequisite: Music 200A.

A study of selected repertories, not confined to a single genre or period, from the technical perspective of music theory and history.

501. Directed Teaching in Music

(2-4) Staff

Prerequisite: appointment as teaching assistant.

Covers development of teaching techniques especially oriented to lower-division instruction. Theoretical aspects covered at beginning of each quarter offered. Practical techniques discussed including weekly meeting with class instructor. Required course for all teaching assistants. (F)

502. Teaching Practicum

(2-4) Staff

Prerequisite: appointment as teaching assistant or associate.

No unit credit allowed toward advanced degree.

Teaching assistant: leads discussion of topics covered in the lecture. Associate: assumes full responsibility for the teaching of one or more courses. (F,W,S)

594AA-ZZ. Special Topics

(2-4) Staff

Special seminar in selected problems of current musicology, ethnomusicology, compostion, theory, or performance. (F,W,S)

595. Group Studies

(2-4) Staff

Critical review of research in selected problems of musicology, ethnomusicology, composition, theory, or performance. (F,W,S)

596. Directed Reading and Research

(2-4) Staff

Individual tutorial for research in musicology, ethnomusicology, composition, theory, or performance; instructor will usually be student’s major professor. (F,W,S)

597. Individual Study for Master’s Comprehensive and Doctoral Qualifying Examinations for Advancement to Candidacy

(1-12) Staff

Prerequisites: consent of instructor and graduate advisor.

No unit credit allowed toward advanced degree.

598. Preparation for the Master’s Degree

(1-12) Staff

No unit credit allowed toward advanced degree.

Instructor will be chair of student’s committee in musicology, ethnomusicology, composition, theory, or performance.

599A. Ph.D. Dissertation Research and Preparation

(1-12) Staff

No unit credit allowed toward advanced degrees.

Instructor will ordinarily be chair of student’s doctoral committee. (F,W,S)

599B. Preparation for DMA Post-Candidacy Recitals

(1-12) Staff

No unit credit allowed toward advanced degrees.

Preparation of two full-length recitals (conducting: the equivalent of two full-length concerts) required after advancement to candidacy for the DMA degree. Instructor should be student’s performance instructor: ordinarily chair of DMA Committee. (F,W,S)

599C. Preparation of DMA Document

(1-12) Staff

No unit credit allowed toward advanced degrees.

Preparation of the DMA document required after advancement to candidacy for the DMA degree. Instructor should be a member of student’s doctoral committee.

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Related Courses in Other Departments
Interdisciplinary: 188A-B, 288A-B.

Music Performance Laboratories

Lower Division

Music courses A36 through A70 may be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units with the exception of Music A44 and A42. Enrollment by audition (with the exception of A70's). For lower-division students only.

A34. Wind Ensemble

(1) Bambach

Prerequisite: by audition.

Masterworks of the literature for ensembles smaller than orchestral or full band scoring. Although the basic ensembles feature winds, both strings and percussion are utilized. Advanced players only.

A36A-B-C. Chamber Choir

(1-1-1) Gervais

Prerequisites: by audition (for Music A36A): Music A36A (for Music A36B): Music A36B (for Music A36C).

A select ensemble for singers and instrumentalists, the Chamber Choir prepares musicians for professional ensemble work and offers specialized study in choral literature, techniques, styles and interpretation covering five centuries of choral repertoire.

A37A-B-C. University Singers

(1-1-1) Gervais

Prerequisites: by audition (for Music A37A): Music A37A (for Music A37B): Music A37B (for Music A37C).

University Choir. (A:F,B:W,C:S)

A38. Opera Workshop

(1) Staff

Prerequisite: by audition.

Letter grade required for majors. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.

Participation in opera scenes.

A38P. Opera Production

(1) Staff

Prerequisite: by audition.

Letter grade required for majors. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 3 units.

Participation in annual opera production.

A40. Ensemble for Contemporary Music

(1) Haladyna

Prerequisite: by audition.

Reading sessions and preparation for performance of contemporary music. There will be one or two concerts each quarter. Includes departmental scholarship players, and is open to composers who also perform.

A41. Piano Ensemble

(1) Asche, Berkowitz

Prerequisite: by audition.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.

Piano duets (1 piano, 4 hands) and duos (2 pianos) in separate sections. (F,W,S)

A42. Orchestra

(2) Schindler

Prerequisite: by audition.

(F,W,S)

A43. Flute Choir

(1) Felber

The Flute Choir studies flute literature in depth, perfects technique and interpretation, employs the complete flute family of Bass, Alto flutes, and piccolos. Prepares ensemble for public performances each quarter.

A44. Chamber Music Ensemble

(1) Callus

Prerequisite: by audition.

(F,W,S)

A45. Brass Quintet

(1) Gross

Prerequisite: by audition.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.

Participation in scholarship brass quintet.

A45BR. Brass Orchestral Repertoire

(1) Gross

Prerequisite: by audition.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.

Intensive exploration of staple brass orchestral repertoire, emphasizing the works of important 19th and 20th century composers. Classes include rehearsal sessions, guided listening and analysis, mock auditions, resume and taped audition preparation.

A45H. Horn Ensemble

(1) Gross

Prerequisite: by audition.

A46. Clarinet Choir

(1) Bambach

A47S. Jazz Ensemble

(1) Nathan

Instruction in interpretation and performance of jazz music. Improvization is stressed. Audition is required.

A48S. Collegium Musicum: Musica Antiqua

(1) Kronour, Gross

Prerequisite: by audition.

Performance workshop in medieval and renaissance music. Specialized in instrumental and solo vocal music.

A49. Percussion Ensemble

(1) Nathan

Prerequisite: by audition.

Rehearsal and performance of standard percussion ensemble literature. Instruction of appropriate playing techniques for standard and exotic percussion instruments.

A53. Viola Orchestral Repertoire

(1) Callus

Prerequisite: by audition.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 6 units.

The study of the entire standard orchestral repertoire for viola and audition procedures.

A70AA-ZZ. Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble

(1) Staff

Prerequisite: enrollment by audition with the exception of Music A70J.

Group performance of music from selected world cultures: (F,W,S)

A. American Folk Music

I. Indian Music

J. Beginning Gamelan

K. Advanced Gamelan

M. Middle East Music

N. Middle Eastern Chorus

V. Gospel Choir

A70N. Middle East Chorus

(1) Marcus

May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units.

Already a long-standing class taught as a subsection of A70M. Will be given concurrently with A170N and A270N.

The chorus learns a variety of songs from Arab, Armenian, Greek, Persian, and Turkish music cultures and performs with the Middle East Ensemble.

Upper Division

Music courses A134 through A170 may be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units with the exception of Music A132A-B-C, A142, and A144. Enrollment by audition, with the exception of A170J. For upper-division students only.

A132A-B-C. Young Soloists Ensemble

(1-1-1) Gervais

Prerequisites: Music A132A for A132B; Music A132B for A132C; concurrent enrollment in Music

A36A-B-C or A136A-B-C; consent of instructor.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units, but only 6 unit may be applied toward the major.

A specialized select ensemble for singers as part of a professional apprenticeship program

A134. Wind Ensemble

(1) Bambach

Prerequisite: enrollment by audition.

For upper-division students.

Masterworks of the literature for ensembles smaller than orchestral or full band scoring. Although the basic ensemble feature winds, both strings and percussion are utilized. Advanced players only.

A136A-B-C. Chamber Choir

(1-1-1) Gervais

Prerequisites: Music A136A for Music A136B; Music A136B for Music A136C.

A137A-B-C. University Singers

(1-1-1) Gervais

Prerequisites: Music A137A for Music A137B; Music A137B for Music A137C.

University Choir. (A:F,B:W,C:S)

A138. Opera Workshop

(1) Staff

Prerequisite: by audition.

Letter grade required for majors. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units.

Participation in opera scenes.

A138P. Opera Production

(1) Staff

Prerequisite: by audition.

Letter grade required for majors. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units.

Participation in annual opera production.

A140. Contemporary Music Ensemble

(1) Haladyna

Prerequisites: by audition; upper-division standing.

A141. Piano Ensemble

(1) Asche, Berkowitz

Piano duets (1 piano, 4 hands) and duos (2 pianos) in separate sections. (F,W,S)

A142. Orchestra

(2) Schindler

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 18 units.

(F,W,S)

A143. Flute Choir

(1) Felber

A144. Chamber Music Ensemble

(2) Staff

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 18 units.

(F,W,S)

A145. Brass Quintet

(1) Gross

Prerequisites: by audition; upper-division standing.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units.

Participation in scholarship brass quintet.

A145BR. Brass Orchestral Repertoire

(1) Gross

Prerequisites: by audition; upper-division standing.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units.

A145H. Horn Ensemble

(1) Gross

A146. Clarinet Choir

(1) Bambach

A147S. Jazz Ensemble

(1) Nathan

Instruction in interpretation and performance of jazz music. Improvization is stressed. Audition is required.

A148S. Collegium Musicum: Musica Antiqua

(1) Kronour, Gross

Prerequisites: by audition; upper-division standing.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units.

Performance workship in medieval and renaissance music. Specializes in instrumental and solo vocal music.

A149. Percussion Ensemble

(1) Nathan

Rehearsal and performance of standard percussion ensemble literature. Instruction of appropriate playing techniques for standard and exotic percussion instruments.

A153. Viola Orchestral Repertoire

(1) Callus

Prerequisite: by audition.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 9 units.

The study of the entire standard orchestral repertoire for viola, and audition procedures.

A170AA-ZZ. Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble

(1) Staff

Prerequisite: enrollment by audition with the exception of Music 170J.

Group performance of music from selected world cultures: (F,W,S)

A. American Folk Music

I. Indian Music

J. Beginning Gamelan

K. Advanced Gamelan

M. Middle East Music

N. Middle Eastern Chorus

V. Gospel Choir

A170N. Middle East Chorus

(1) Marcus

May be repeated to a maximum of 9 units, but only 6 units may be applied toward the major.

Already a long-standing class taught as a subsection of A70M. Will be given concurrently with A70N and A270N.

The chorus learns a variety of songs from Arab, Armenian, Greek, Persian, and Turkish music cultures and performs with the Middle East Ensemble.

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Graduate Courses

Music courses A232 to A270 may be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units. Enrollment by audition (with the exception of A270J). For graduate students only.

A232A-B-C. Young Soloists Ensemble

(2-2-2) Gervais

Prerequisites: Music A232A for Music A232B; Music A232B for Music A232C; consent of instructor.

A specialized select ensemble for singers as part of a professional apprenticeship program, which requires concurrent enrollment in Music 236A-B-C or 231.

A234. Wind Ensemble

(2) Bambach

Masterworks of the literature for ensembles smaller than orchestral or full band scoring. Although the basic ensembles feature winds, both strings and percussion are utilized. Advanced players only.

A236A-B-C. Chamber Choir

(2-2-2) Gervais

Prerequisite: Music A236A for Music A236B; Music A236B for Music A236C.

A237A-B-C. University Singers

(2-2-2) Gervais

Prerequisite: Music A237A for Music A237B; Music A237B for Music A237C.

University Choir.

A238. Opera Workshop

(2) Staff

Prerequisite: by audition.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units. Letter grade required for majors, optional grading for non-majors.

Participation in opera scenes.

A238P. Opera Production

(2) Staff

Prerequisite: by audition.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units. Letter grade required for majors, optional grading for non-majors.

Participation in annual opera production.

A240. Ensemble for Contemporary Music

(2) Staff

Prerequisites: by audition; graduate students only.

May be repeated for credit up to 12 units.

Reading sessions and preparation for performance of contemporary music. There are one or two concerts each quarter. Includes departmental scholarship players, and is open to composers who also perform.

A241. Piano Ensemble

(2) Asche, Berkowitz, Asche

Primarily for MM and DMA students in piano.

Piano duets (1 piano, 4 hands) and duos (2 pianos) in separate sections.

A242. Orchestra

(2) Schindler

(F,W,S)

A243. Flute Choir

(2) Felber

A244. Chamber Music Ensemble

(2) Callus

(F,W,S)

A245. Brass Quintet

(2) Gross

Prerequisites: by audition; graduate standing.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 12 units.

Partcipation in scholarship brass quintet.

A245BR. Brass Orchestral Repertoire

(2) Gross

Prerequisites: by audition; graduate standing.

May be repeated for credit.

Intensive exploration of staple brass orchestra repertoire, emphasizing the works of important 19th and 20th century composers. Classes include rehearsal sessions, guided listening and analysis, mock auditions, resume and taped audition preparation.

A245H. Horn Ensemble

(2) Gross

A246. Clarinet Choir

(2) Bambach

A247S. Jazz Ensemble

(2) Nathan

A248S. Collegium Musicum: Musica Antiqua

(2) Kronour, Gross

Prerequisite: by audition.

Performance workshop in medieval and renaissance music. Specializes in instrumental and solo vocal music.

A249. Percussion Ensemble

(2) Nathan

A249. Percussion Ensemble

(2) Nathan

A253. Viola Orchestral Repertoire

(2) Callus

Prerequisite: by audition.

May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 36 units. Letter grade required for majors, optional grading for non-majors.

The study of the entire standard orchestral repertoire for viola and audition procedures.

A270AA-ZZ. Ethnomusicology Performance Ensemble

(2) Staff

Prerequisite: enrollment by audition with the exception of Music A270J.

May be repeated for credit.

Group performance of music from selected world cultures:

A. Ethno Ensemble - American Folk Music

I. Indian Music

J. Beginning Gamelan

K. Advanced Gamelan

M. Middle East Ensemble

N. Middle East Chorus

V. Gospel Choir

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