Designed to provide the pianist with an overall knowledge of the art of accompanying, coaching, and ensemble performance. Encompasses both the vocal and instrumental repertoire, dealing with the diverse periods and stylistic differences of the respective repertoire. Each class period includes lecture on historical and biographical background and specific coaching and critical evaluation of individual performances. Two-semester course.

Semester 1: Exercises in free composition concentrating in small forms. Individual lessons or small group instruction (no more than 3). Semester 2: Continuation of basic compositional materials with emphasis on larger forms. Prerequisites: MUSIC 312 or equivalent, or consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit.

Semester 1: Exercises in free composition concentrating in small forms. Individual lessons or small group instruction (no more than 3). Semester 2: Continuation of basic compositional materials with emphasis on larger forms. Prerequisites: MUSIC 312 or equivalent, or consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit.

The Junior Year Writing requirement for music majors. Prerequisites: upper-division standing and ENGLWP 112 or equivalent.

Continuation of MUSIC 335. Prerequisite: MUSIC 335. (Planned for Spring)

Continuation of MUSIC 335. Prerequisite: MUSIC 335. (Planned for Spring)

Performance seminar. Analysis, preparation, and performance of jazz swing (up-temp) and lyrical (ballad) songs, and scatting. Readings of musical scores. Audition required.

Choral conducting techniques for beginning and advanced ensembles. Score study and vocal development. Laboratory experience required. Prerequisite: MUSIC 325.

Lab. Continuation of basic conducting. Score analysis, interpretation, rehearsal techniques, repertoire selection. Conducting in class. Prerequisite: MUSIC 325.

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