School Of Music

Kathleen Robinson
General Music Studies for Non-Majors A70-0, Sec. 20
INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC
Office Address: Music Adm. Building
Phone: 491-5431 
Expected Enrollment: 60

COURSE DESCRIPTION:   This course will provide an 
introduction to the diversity of music styles and genres 
through the examination of various musical elements (such as 
melody, harmony, texture, tone color, form) and the ways in 
which these elements have been used in the different periods 
of music history.  The course will focus largely on the 
development of listening skills, since aural perception is 
tantamount to the enjoyment of music and the chief means by 
which music is experienced in our society.  Some attention 
will also be given to the basic skills needed for reading a 
musical score.  Among other assignments, students will be 
asked to attend concert performances during the quarter and 
write about their observations in light of material covered 
in class.  

PREREQUISITES:  None. 

TEACHING METHOD:  Lecture-discussion classes.

EVALUATION:   Written assignments, attendance, class 
participation. 

READINGS:  Textbook - TBA.


Special Note:  A waiting list will be kept in MAB 112.  Wait-
list students must attend first day of class. 

(Area VI:  Literature & Fine Arts)
Optional subsequent courses:
   B70-1 or B70-2   The Western Musical Tradition   (Area VI)
   B52-0            Harmony   (Area II)


General Music Studies for Non-Majors.  A75-0, Section 22
Title:  History of the Orchestra and the Rise of the 
Conductor
When:  Spring Quarter, 1994
Instructor:  Huw Edwards
Expected Enrollment:   approx. 30.

CAMPUS ADDRESS:  Pick-Staiger Concert Hall (1-5441), or the 
TA Room, Music Administration Building (1-5713).

DESCRIPTION:  This course will trace the history of the 
orchestra, from its evolution, through many developments, to 
the modern-day symphony orchestra.  Elements of each 
orchestral family will be investigated to gain a good working 
knowledge of the orchestra.  (Attending on-campus concerts 
will be a useful part of this course.)  Works from each 
period will be studied, concentrating on those with major 
changes in the development of the orchestra.  The history of 
orchestration can be traced through this process.  The future 
of the symphony orchestra will also be discussed.  The rise, 
and role of the orchestral conductor will be the other major 
area of study, from the composer/conductors of the 19th 
century, to the jet-set maestri of today.

PREREQUISITES:  None.  The ability to read music, although a 
help, is by no means a "must" for this course.  An interest 
in music (or the subject matter), plus an inquisitive mind 
are the only prerequisites for this survey.

TEACHING:  This class is primarily a lecture, but class 
discussion and involvement will be a major factor.  
Audio/visual resources will be used on a regular basis.  
Responses to listening examples, and "philosophical areas", 
will lead a good deal of  understanding of this interesting 
subject area.

TEXTS:  A course packet, compiled by the instructor will be 
the primary resource.  It not my intention to have students 
purchasing expensive books.  Packet will be available from 
the instructor.

READINGS:  Along with the course packet, other 
readings/listening assignments will be given.

EVALUATION:  Will cover many areas: class participation and 
interaction is essential; a midterm test; a final exam; and a 
brief class presentation, or a short term paper/musical 
report (eg. comments/critique on a concert or a conductor).



Gloria Inan
General Music Studies for Non-Majors, B53-0
FORM AND ANALYSIS
Office Address: Music Administration, 711 Elgin Road, Rm. I-2
Phone: 491-5431 or 491-7575
Expected Enrollment: 25


COURSE DESCRIPTION:  This course is designed as an 
introduction to basic analytical techniques.  Forms, 
harmonic, and rhythmic structures will be emphasized in 
repertoire from the Baroque period to the present.

PREREQUISITE:  B52-1 or approval of the instructor.  Students 
should possess a basic knowledge of tonal theory, including 
scales, intervals, and fundamental harmonic structures.

TEACHING METHOD:  The class will include lecture and 
discussion of analytical techniques and theoritical concepts.  
There will also be listening assignments.

EVALUATION:  Examinations will be given on materials analyzed 
in class.  A final analysis project is required.

READINGS:  Selected readings from theory periodicals and 
texts. 



 
Mark Daniel Schmid
General Music Studies for Non-Majors  B70-2
WESTERN MUSICAL TRADITIONS II
Limit:  100 Students
Office Address:  Music Administration Building, I-1
X5431 or X7575              


COURSE DESCRIPTION:  The course is designed as a 
chronological survey of the history and literature of music 
in the Western world from the 18th century through the 
present including popular American styles.  We will focus on 
the emergence and development of specific musical genres, 
forms and styles and the composers represented therein.  
Attention will also be given to careful study and analysis of 
many of the great "masterworks", thereby fostering a broader 
understanding of musical elements, forms and styles, as well 
as an appreciation for some of the most significant works of 
music literature.

PREREQUISITES:  A70-0 Introduction to Music; OR B70-1 Western 
Musical Tradition; OR permission of instructor.

TEACHING METHOD:  The major portion of class time will be 
devoted to lecture and listening, although student 
participation and discussion is strongly encouraged.  Special 
demonstrations and performances are also scheduled from time 
to time throughout the course.

EVALUATION:   The grade is determined from a mid-term exam, a 
final exam and a short paper.  There will also be several 
brief listening assignments to be completed during the 
quarter.

TEXTBOOKS:   None.


Special note:  Mandatory attendance at first class.                                       
Waiting-list students should attend first class. 
(Area VI:  Literature and Fine Arts)




                          ENSEMBLES

All NU ensembles are open to non-music majors for 0-.5 
credit.  Auditions are required for each ensemble and will be 
held at the beginning of Spring Quarter.

0500  C64-0   Choral Organization
   Call 1-5714  (MAB 27) for audition information.
   Section 21   University Chorale
   Section 22   University Singers
   Section 23   University Chorus
   Section 24   Vocal Jazz Ensemble
   Section 25   University Women's Chorus
   
0500  C68-0   Chapel Choir
   Call 1-7256 for audition information.

0500  C74-0   Band Organization
   Call 1-3412 for audition information.
   Section 21   Symphonic Wind Ensemble
   Section 22   Symphonic Band
   Section 23   Concert Band

0500 C77-0   Jazz Ensembles (instrumental)
   Call 1-3412 for audition information.
   Section 21   Jazz Ensemble
   Section 23   Jazz Lab

0500  C93-0   Orchestral Organization
   Call 1-5441 for audition information (strings only)
   Section 22   Chamber Orchestra
   Section 23   Philharmonia

Students will be registered in the spring for all ensembles 
after all auditions are heard.



Performance Study for Non-Majors
30 minute weekly lesson     
Credit: .5 unit
Day/Time:  Lesson time to be arranged with instructor
By Audition Only

A limited number of spaces are available for non-majors to 
study piano, voice, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, 
saxophone, French horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, percussion, 
violin, viola, cello, double bass, and guitar.  Enrollment by 
audition only.

Audition information will be posted outside the Music 
Administration Building, Room 110.   Students should be 
prepared to perform one selection (preferably classical 
music).  Voice students should bring an extra copy of their 
music for the provided accompanist.