Black Sacred Music (BLSM)

Requirements for Graduate Certificate in Black Sacred Music

This program prepares students for top music positions in Black Sacred Music specifically, and sacred music in general.  The program  gives students the interdisciplinary training that they will need to thrive in industries that value traditional and non-traditional music literacy, creativity, communication, collaboration,  technology, worship planning, and other skills.

Application for Admission to the Graduate Certificate in Black Sacred Music Program are as follows. Each application must

  1. Apply to the Graduate School at the University of Arkansas at application.uark.edu by the deadline of January 15. 
  2. Hold a baccalaureate or post-baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution.
Requirements
MUSC 52102Hymnology2
MUSC 52302Seminar in Worship Arts2
MUSC 52202Theological Perspectives and The Black Church Experience2
MUSC 51002Black Gospel Conducting Methods2
MUSC 51101Black Gospel Conducting Methods Lab1
MUAP 5210VGraduate Recital II1
Electives6
To be selected from music courses at the 5000 level with the consent of the adviser. Possible areas of study include composition, conducting, chamber music, music theory, music industry, and music history.
Total Hours16

Music Courses

MUSC 50101. Gospel Songwriting and Arranging. 1 Hour.

Basic songwriting styles and techniques specific to Gospel Music, focusing on melody writing and lyric structure. (Typically offered: Irregular)

MUSC 51002. Black Gospel Conducting Methods. 2 Hours.

Instruction in fundamental conducting gesture indicative of the Black Gospel Music styles. Includes appropriate posture, the use of the gesture to emphasize syllabic stress, expressive and independent use of both hands, beat patterns, cueing, and control of tempo, dynamics and phrase shaping. Corequisite: MUSC 51101. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

MUSC 51101. Black Gospel Conducting Methods Lab. 1 Hour.

Lab instruction in the fundamentals of effective teaching pedagogy with an emphasis in Black Sacred Music. Corequisite: MUSC 51002. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

MUSC 52102. Hymnology. 2 Hours.

Historical study of the origins and purposes of the hymns of the church, including examination of hymns as literature, theological expression, devotional material, and musical expression. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

MUSC 52202. Theological Perspectives and The Black Church Experience. 2 Hours.

Explores the ministry of the Black church. Examines its underlying theological rationale and practical implications for those aspiring to a vocation in the Black church. Emphasizes the perspective of cultural pluralism in the Black experience. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

MUSC 52302. Seminar in Worship Arts. 2 Hours.

Introductory study of creative worship and technologies used in worship ministry. Lighting design, audio and video production, presentation software, movement, staging, worship leadership, worship planning, and a variety of multi-media possibilities will be explored. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

MUSC 52402. Vocal Literature of Black and African Diasporic Composers. 2 Hours.

An in-depth survey of vocal music of African American and the African diasporic composers highlighting its history and vocal literature. (Typically offered: Irregular)

MUSC 52503. Research Methods in Black Sacred Music. 3 Hours.

Research methods for evaluating primary genres of Black music, from the slave trade to Black music futures. Emphasis is placed on listening to and interpreting the musical, sonic, and silent features of traditions and examining the ways in which they are interrelated and are cultural objects for appropriation. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

MUSC 52703. Pop Music of the African Diaspora. 3 Hours.

Explores various forms of popular musical expression from the African Diaspora as social practice across diverse locations, media, and societies. Examines the participatory, presentational, and political components of music making. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

MUSC 54201. Gospel Improvisation. 1 Hour.

Explores Gospel/Jazz chord voicings and interpretations of melodies and phrases rooted in any of the Gospel music-influenced styles. (Typically offered: Irregular)

MUSC 57703. Special Topics in Black Sacred Music. 3 Hours.

Subject matter not covered in other courses including specific performance techniques, in-depth research into various elements of theological and worship practice, and instructor-specific expertise. (Typically offered: Summer)

MUSC 59803. The Black Messiah: Music, Religion, and Activism. 3 Hours.

Considering Black religious traditions and the evolution of African American oral traditions, explores the creative work of African descendants who have sought to address oppression, white supremacy, gender inequity, socio-economic disinheritance, and political subjugation. Juxtaposes religious, performative, symbolic, and ritual perspectives on the study of Black messianic musical performance. (Typically offered: Irregular)

MUSC 6000V. Master's Thesis. 2-6 Hour.

Preparation of a master's thesis as partial fulfillment of the requirement for the master's degree. (Typically offered: Irregular) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUSC 6050V. Independent Study in Black Sacred Music. 1-3 Hour.

Individually designed and conducted worship planning project under the guidance of a faculty member. (Typically offered: Irregular) May be repeated for up to 6 hours of degree credit.

MUSC 7000V. Doctoral Dissertation. 3-18 Hour.

Dissertation. (Typically offered: Irregular) May be repeated for degree credit.

Music Ensemble Courses

MUEN 52101. Latin American Ensemble. 1 Hour.

This ensemble plays music of Latin America with particular focus on Afro-Caribbean music and its performance practices. Students will have an opportunity to perform, improvise, arrange and compose in a variety of styles such as Son, Danzon, Cha-Cha-Cha, Mambo, Latin Jazz, Salsa, and Timba. The ensemble will perform at least one concert per semester and occasionally will perform at other activities on and off campus. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for up to 2 hours of degree credit.

MUEN 52201. World Music Ensemble. 1 Hour.

Students in the World Music Ensemble will closely study music and practices from a variety of musical cultures, while simultaneously acquiring solid grounding in music theory, musicianship skills, music history, and literature. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for up to 2 hours of degree credit.

MUEN 52301. Songwriters' Ensemble. 1 Hour.

A combined songwriting course and contemporary music ensemble. Students build a portfolio of original songs while studying elements of modern songwriting including harmony, lyrics, form, arranging, production and style. The class acts as an ensemble to present a recital of original music for the final performance. (Typically offered: Fall) May be repeated for up to 2 hours of degree credit.

MUEN 52401. Beginning Jazz Combo. 1 Hour.

Introductory ensemble experience offering a repertoire-based approach to learning basic improvisation skills and the performance of common jazz styles. Open to both music and non-music majors. (Typically offered: Spring)

MUEN 52501. Arkansas Soul Band. 1 Hour.

Perform historical and contemporary popular music from the African American tradition. These genres include, but are not limited to, soul, blues, funk, R&B, and hip-hop. Students will develop arranging and musical direction skills, as well as analysis of performance, arrangements, and compositions/songwriting in these styles. (Typically offered: Spring) May be repeated for up to 2 hours of degree credit.

MUEN 52601. Intermediate Jazz Combo. 1 Hour.

Intermediate small jazz ensemble focused on improvisation in the context of bebop, free jazz, fusion, and related styles. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for up to 2 hours of degree credit.

MUEN 52701. Advanced Jazz Combo. 1 Hour.

Advanced small jazz ensemble focused on improvisation in the context of bebop, free jazz, fusion, and related styles. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for up to 2 hours of degree credit.

MUEN 52801. Vocal Jazz Ensemble. 1 Hour.

Presents the opportunity for vocal students interested in jazz to perform music as an ensemble. Prerequisite: Instructor consent. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for up to 4 hours of degree credit.

MUEN 54001. Opera Theatre. 1 Hour.

Study of opera through performances of scenes, chamber and major operatic production. Admission with director's approval. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUEN 54101. Razorback Chorus. 1 Hour.

Performance-based choral ensemble designed to improve individual and collective vocal skills, develop sight-reading skills, improve the individual's grasp of the essential elements of music, and expose students to choral repertory in the tenor-bass range. Admission is open to any student on campus that can sing in the tenor-bass range. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUEN 54201. Inspirational Chorale. 1 Hour.

Performance of African-American literature with particular emphasis on Negro spirituals, traditional/contemporary gospel music and sacred world music. Rehearsal 3 hours per week. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for up to 2 hours of degree credit.

MUEN 54301. Symphony Orchestra. 1 Hour.

Rehearsal 3 hours per week with extra rehearsals at director's discretion. Admission with director's approval. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUEN 54401. Marching Band. 1 Hour.

Rehearsal 8 hours per week. Admission with director's approval. (Typically offered: Fall) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUEN 54501. Schola Cantorum. 1 Hour.

Vocal ensemble limited to the more experienced singers. Rehearsal 5 hours per week. Admission with director's approval. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUEN 54601. Wind Symphony. 1 Hour.

Rehearsal 3 to 5 hours per week. Admission by audition and approval of the conductor. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUEN 54701. Jazz Orchestra. 1 Hour.

Training in the various styles of jazz and popular music. Rehearsal 3 hours per week. Admission by audition. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUEN 54901. Concert Band. 1 Hour.

Large ensemble setting with emphasis on performing wind band literature and enhancing the musicianship of members. Focus on performance standards through style and interpretation. Concerts of artistic merit which serve the campus community and general public may be required. Admission is by audition or special approval. (Typically offered: Spring) May be repeated for up to 2 hours of degree credit.

MUEN 55001. Chamber Music. 1 Hour.

Performance of small ensemble music for any combination of instruments and/or voice. Rehearsal 3 hours per week. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUEN 55201. Woodwind Quintet. 1 Hour.

Study and performance of music for woodwind quintet. Weekly coaching will emphasize intonation, blend, stylistic awareness, and ensemble precision. Repertoire ranges from the 18th to the 20th centuries. 3 hours of rehearsals weekly. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUEN 55401. Accompanying. 1 Hour.

Piano accompanying of vocal and instrumental soloists. Rehearsal 2 hours per week. Pre- or Corequisite: MUAP 5100V. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUEN 55501. Percussion Ensemble. 1 Hour.

Study and performance of ensemble music for multiple percussion instruments. Rehearsal 2 hours per week. (Typically offered: Spring and Summer) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUEN 56901. Wind Ensemble. 1 Hour.

Large ensemble setting performing orchestral wind and symphonic band literature with emphasis on high performance standards through style and interpretation. Concerts of high artistic merit which serve the campus community and general public are required. Admission is by audition. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for up to 2 hours of degree credit.

MUEN 57201. Clarinet Ensemble. 1 Hour.

Study and performance of music for multiple clarinets, including trios, quartets, quintets, and clarinet choir. Rehearsal 2 hours per week. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUEN 57401. Chamber Orchestra. 1 Hour.

Explores the string orchestra literature with a focus on proficient string orchestra performance practices and effective music preparation strategies. Explores balance, blend, articulation, style, and rehearsal technique that is inherent to a string ensemble or a string section. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and instructor's consent. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for up to 2 hours of degree credit.

MUEN 57601. New Music Ensemble. 1 Hour.

Small, select ensemble with emphasis on music written in the last hundred years, especially by important living composers. Focus on audience engagement through high performance standards, unconventional settings, and programs unique to the region. Off-campus appearances and outreach activities are required. Admission by consent. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)

MUEN 57701. Trombone Ensemble. 1 Hour.

Study and performance of music for multiple trombones, including trios, quartets, quintets, and trombone choir. Rehearsal 2 hours per week. (Typically offered: Irregular) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUEN 57801. Tuba Ensemble. 1 Hour.

Study and performance of music for multiple combinations of tuba and euphonium, including trios, quartets, quintets, and low brass choir. Rehearsal 2 hours per week. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUEN 58801. Chamber Choir. 1 Hour.

Continuation of Chamber Choir V for graduate students. Study and performance of vocal chamber music. Rehearsal 2 hours per week for 1 hour of credit. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)

MUEN 64301. Symphony Orchestra VI. 1 Hour.

Large, select orchestral ensemble setting with a focus on the study and performance of a range of symphonic literature. Emphasis on high artistic standards through style and interpretation. Enrollment limited to more experienced players; by audition only. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for up to 2 hours of degree credit.

MUEN 64501. Schola Cantorum VI. 1 Hour.

Vocal ensemble limited to the more experienced singers. Rehearsal 5 hours per week. Admission with director's approval. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer) May be repeated for up to 6 hours of degree credit.

MUEN 66901. Wind Ensemble VI. 1 Hour.

Large ensemble setting performing orchestral wind and symphonic band literature with emphasis on high performance standards through style and interpretation. Concerts of high artistic merit which serve the campus community and general public are required. Admission is by audition. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for up to 2 hours of degree credit.

MUEN 68801. Chamber Choir. 1 Hour.

Continuation of Chamber Choir V for doctoral students. Study and performance of vocal chamber music. Rehearsal 2 hours per week for 1 hour of credit. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer) May be repeated for up to 6 hours of degree credit.

Music History Courses

MUHS 52503. Special Topics in Music History. 3 Hours.

Topics in world, Western, and popular musics. May be required based on graduate musicology entrance exam. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for up to 6 hours of degree credit.

MUHS 52603. History of Black Sacred Music. 3 Hours.

Explores the major forms of Black Sacred Music indigenous to the United States. Students are engaged in multi-layered experiences of history, aesthetics, and ethnography. (Typically offered: Summer)

MUHS 55603. Collaborative Piano Literature I, Woodwind and Brass Repertoire. 3 Hours.

Survey of collaborative literature for piano and wind or brass instruments. Focus on music for the collaborative duo (instrument and piano) including sonatas and concerti. (Typically offered: Fall Even Years)

MUHS 55703. Collaborative Piano Literature II, String Repertoire. 3 Hours.

Survey of collaborative literature for the piano. Focus on the repertoire of sonatas, concerti and concert works for the piano and instrument (violin, viola, cello, and double bass). (Typically offered: Spring Odd Years)

MUHS 56303. Survey of Symphonic Literature. 3 Hours.

A survey of the symphonic literature from its beginning to the present. Graduate degree credit will not be given for both MUHS 47303 and MUHS 56303. (Typically offered: Fall Odd Years)

MUHS 56703. Survey of Vocal Literature II. 3 Hours.

A survey of concert literature for the solo voice. Graduate degree credit will not be given for both MUHS 47703 and MUHS 56703. Prerequisite: MUHS 47603. (Typically offered: Spring Odd Years)

MUHS 56903. Band Literature. 3 Hours.

A study of literature written for performance by concert band, symphonic band, and wind ensemble, representative of the following five periods in Music History: Renaissance (1420-1600), Baroque (1600-1750), Classical (1750-1820), Romantic (1820-1900), and Contemporary (1900-present). Graduate degree credit will not be given for both MUHS 47903 and MUHS 56903. (Typically offered: Irregular)

MUHS 57003. Survey of String Literature. 3 Hours.

A survey of solo and chamber music literature involving stringed instruments. Graduate degree credit will not be given for both MUHS 47003 and MUHS 57003. Prerequisite: MUAP 1100V and MUTH 36103. (Typically offered: Fall Even Years)

MUHS 57202. Directed Studies in Music Literature I. 2 Hours.

Research in music literature in the performance field of the individual student. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)

MUHS 57302. Directed Studies in Music Literature II. 2 Hours.

Research in music literature in the performance field of the individual student. Prerequisite: MUHS 57202. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring)

MUHS 57603. Survey of Vocal Literature I. 3 Hours.

A survey of concert literature for the solo voice. Graduate degree credit will not be given for both MUHS 47603 and MUHS 57603. (Typically offered: Fall Even Years)

MUHS 58003. Survey of Keyboard Literature I. 3 Hours.

A survey of the piano works of outstanding composers. Graduate degree credit will not be given for both MUHS 48003 and MUHS 58003. Prerequisite: MUAP 1100V. (Typically offered: Fall Even Years)

MUHS 58103. Survey of Keyboard Literature II. 3 Hours.

A survey of the piano works of outstanding composers. Graduate degree credit will not be given for both MUHS 48103 and MUHS 58103. Prerequisite: MUHS 48003. (Typically offered: Spring Odd Years)

MUHS 5890V. Seminar in Music History. 1-4 Hour.

Subject matter not covered in other courses. With permission, may be repeated for credit if topics are different. Graduate degree will not be given for both MUHS 4890V and MUHS 5890V. (Typically offered: Irregular) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUHS 59003. Seminar in Musicology. 3 Hours.

Focuses on specialized topics and repertoires within the history of Western music and introduces students to musicological approaches to these subjects. Prerequisite: MUHS 59703 or instructor consent. (Typically offered: Spring) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUHS 59502. Choral History and Literature I. 2 Hours.

Detailed study of choral history and literature from Gregorian chant to J.S. Bach. (Typically offered: Irregular)

MUHS 59602. Choral History and Literature II. 2 Hours.

Detailed study of choral history and literature from J.S. Bach to the present. (Typically offered: Irregular)

MUHS 59703. Issues and Methods in Musicology. 3 Hours.

Explores current issues and methodologies in music research. (Typically offered: Fall)

MUHS 6000V. Master's Thesis. 1-6 Hour.

Master's Thesis. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUHS 66303. Survey of Symphonic Literature. 3 Hours.

A survey of the symphonic literature from its beginning to the present. (Typically offered: Irregular)

MUHS 66903. Band Literature. 3 Hours.

A study of literature written for performance by concert band, symphonic band, and wind ensemble, representative, but not limited to, the following five periods in Music History: Renaissance (1420-1600), Baroque (1600-1750), Classical (1750-1820), Romantic (1820-1900), and Contemporary (1900-present). (Typically offered: Irregular)

MUHS 69003. Seminar in Musicology. 3 Hours.

Specialized topics and repertoires within the history of music and introduces students to musicological approaches to these subjects. (Typically offered: Irregular)

MUHS 69502. Choral History and Literature I. 2 Hours.

Detailed study of choral history and literature from Gregorian chant to J.S. Bach. (Typically offered: Fall)

MUHS 69602. Choral History and Literature II. 2 Hours.

Detailed study of choral history and literature from J.S. Bach to the present. (Typically offered: Spring)

MUHS 69703. Seminar in Bibliography and Methods of Research. 3 Hours.

Methods and materials of musical research, including bibliography, methods of analysis, and style in the presentation of research results. (Typically offered: Spring)

Music Industry Courses

MUIN 51002. Production Internship. 2 Hours.

Explores the acoustical, musical, visual, technical, and business aspects of live performance. Practical experiences in evaluating and comparing several different live and studio recording techniques. (Typically offered: Irregular)

MUIN 55503. Live Music Business. 3 Hours.

The applied component of the live music business corresponding to the student-run record label services project in the department of music. Incorporates live music project cycles, digital marketing of live music, booking venues, routing tours, creating showcase events for student-run record label artists. (Typically offered: Fall)

MUIN 55603. Artist Development. 3 Hours.

The applied component of the artist development side of the music department's student-run label services project. Students will work on project cycles involving selecting artists, recording and producing music, organizing music releases and media campaigns, creating online promotional strategies, and mapping the development of musical artists' careers. (Typically offered: Spring)

Music Pedagogy Courses

MUPD 57603. Piano Pedagogy. 3 Hours.

Analytical study and discussion of the various approaches to piano pedagogy and its application in individual/class instruction. Involves demonstration of principles through actual teaching of beginning, intermediate and upper level students. Graduate degree credit will not be given for both MUPD 48603 and MUPD 57603. (Typically offered: Spring Even Years)

MUPD 5770V. Special Topics in Pedagogy. 1-6 Hour.

Subject matter not covered in other sources. With permission, may be repeated for credit if topics are different. Graduate degree credit will not be given for both MUPD 4770V and MUPD 5770V. (Typically offered: Irregular) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUPD 5820V. Conducting. 1-4 Hour.

Private lessons of 1/2 hour and 1 hour conducting laboratory each week. Development of skills in conducting symphony, choral, opera, oratorio, ballet, and band repertoire. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for up to 18 hours of degree credit.

MUPD 5990V. Special Workshop in Music. 1-6 Hour.

Presented by visiting master artist-teacher in various fields of music performance, teaching and composition. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer) May be repeated for up to 6 hours of degree credit.

MUPD 6820V. Conducting. 1-4 Hour.

Private lessons in conducting each week. Development of skills in conducting symphony, choral, opera, oratorio, ballet, and band repertoire. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for up to 18 hours of degree credit.

MUPD 7000V. Doctoral Dissertation. 1-6 Hour.

Written documentation of research in choral conducting, to be paired with lecture recital and/or doctoral conducting project. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer) May be repeated for up to 12 hours of degree credit.

Music Theory Courses

MUTH 53202. Score Reading. 2 Hours.

A conductor's approach to the technique of score reading and analysis of orchestra, band, and choral scores for the purpose of preparing composition for rehearsal and performance. Graduate degree credit will not be given for both MUTH 43202 and MUTH 53202. (Typically offered: Fall)

MUTH 53403. Analytical Techniques. 3 Hours.

An intensive study of selected works from music literature. Schenkerian analysis, rhythmic analysis, and set theory analytical techniques will be studied and employed in addition to traditional harmonic and formal analysis. Prerequisite: MUTH 36103 or equivalent and graduate standing. (Typically offered: Irregular)

MUTH 56102. Orchestration. 2 Hours.

A continuation of study of the capabilities of the various orchestral and band instruments and their use in arrangement for ensembles, band, and orchestra. Scoring for orchestra. Graduate degree credit will not be given for both MUTH 46102 and MUTH 56102. Prerequisite: MUTH 36103. (Typically offered: Spring)

MUTH 56203. Pedagogy of Theory. 3 Hours.

Detailed study of methods of teaching undergraduates courses in music theory and aural perception. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. (Typically offered: Irregular)

MUTH 56403. Analysis of 20th Century Music. 3 Hours.

Study of 20th century music and analytic techniques including pitch class set theory and serial techniques. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. (Typically offered: Irregular)

MUTH 56702. Advanced Orchestration. 2 Hours.

A study of advanced principles of orchestral writing through individual projects in scoring and analysis. Prerequisite: MUTH 46102 or MUTH 56102 or equivalent. (Typically offered: Irregular)

MUTH 5680V. Composition. 1-4 Hour.

Private lessons of one-half hour, and one hour of composition laboratory session each week. Development of skills in creative musical expression specifically for composition-theory majors - others admitted by consent. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. (Typically offered: Fall and Spring) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUTH 57003. Writing Music Analysis. 3 Hours.

Analysis of music with an emphasis on analytical writing skills and the use of library source materials. Graduate degree credit will not be given for both MUTH 47003 and MUTH 57003. Prerequisite: MUTH 36003. (Typically offered: Spring)

MUTH 57203. Advanced Jazz Analysis. 3 Hours.

Provides experience in analyzing jazz, focusing on conventions of jazz music from the 1930s to 1970s. Explores the ways jazz musicians define and discuss common jazz idiom. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

MUTH 5770V. Special Topics in Music Theory. 1-4 Hour.

Subject matter not covered in other courses. Graduate degree credit will not be given for both MUTH 4770V and MUTH 5770V. Prerequisite: Instructor consent. (Typically offered: Irregular) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUTH 58003. Advanced Jazz Composition and Arranging. 3 Hours.

Advanced composing and arranging for jazz ensembles, to include score/part in music preparation. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer)

MUTH 5990V. Independent Study in Music Theory. 1-6 Hour.

Provides students with an opportunity to pursue special study of topics in music theory. (Typically offered: Irregular) May be repeated for up to 12 hours of degree credit.

MUTH 6000V. Master's Thesis. 1-6 Hour.

Master's Thesis. (Typically offered: Fall, Spring and Summer) May be repeated for degree credit.

MUTH 63403. Analytical Techniques. 3 Hours.

An intensive study of selected works from music literature. Schenkerian analysis, rhythmic analysis, and set theory analytical techniques will be studied and employed in addition to traditional harmonic and formal analysis. (Typically offered: Irregular)

MUTH 66403. Analysis of 20th Century Music. 3 Hours.

Study of 20th century music and analytic techniques including pitch class set theory and serial techniques. (Typically offered: Irregular)

MUTH 67703. Special Topics in Music Theory. 3 Hours.

Subject matter not covered in other courses. (Typically offered: Irregular) May be repeated for up to 6 hours of degree credit.