The University of New Mexico is a member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). Requirements for entrance and graduation as set forth in this Catalog are in accordance with published regulations of NASM.
Courses in Music (MUS) are categorized in content areas. These categories are referenced in the various degree plans offered by the Department of Music. The category for each course appears in parentheses at the end of the course description according to the following legend:
Summary list of MUS courses by content area (links to course descriptions may be found further below):
Class instruction is available for students whose experience and background do not qualify them for studio instruction. The Applied Music fee is not charged for these courses, but all other Departmental fees and the Fine Arts Technology fee will be charged. Course numbers are:
An explanation of Applied Music course numbers is given below. Recital course numbers are described at the bottom of the list. Please refer to degree plan descriptions for specific requirements.
Studio space is limited; admission is by audition. Priority in the availability of applied music instruction is as follows:
Courses
APMS 101.
Studio Instruction for the Performance Concentration.
(2 to a maximum of 6 Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument for the freshman Bachelor of Music Performance Concentration. Audition and instructor’s approval required for enrollment. Open only to undergraduates enrolled in the music performance program leading to the Bachelor of Music; exceptions may be made with permission of the chairperson of the Department of Music.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 102.
Studio Instruction for the Performance Concentration.
(2 to a maximum of 6 Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument for the freshman Bachelor of Music Performance Concentration. Enrollment requires instructor’s approval. Open only to undergraduates enrolled in the music performance program leading to the Bachelor of Music; exceptions may be made with permission of the chairperson of the Department of Music.
Prerequisite: 101.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 107.
Studio Instruction for the Non-Major.
(1, no limit Δ)
Studio instruction for the non-music major, including the music minor and music education minor. Audition and instructor’s approval required for enrollment.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 108.
Studio Instruction for the Non-Major.
(1, no limit Δ)
Studio instruction for the non-music major, including the music minor and music education minor. Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
Prerequisite: 107.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 118.
Basic Applied Skills.
(2 to a maximum of 6 Δ)
For music majors who do not yet possess sufficient skill to be admitted to APMS 119. Scales, arpeggios, études, technical drills. Credit not applicable to a degree in Music. Audition and instructor’s approval required for enrollment.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 119.
Studio Instruction for the Non-Performance Concentration.
(1 or 2 to a maximum of 16 Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument for freshmen pursuing the Bachelor of Arts in Music, the Bachelor of Music Education, or the Bachelor of Music Concentration in Theory and Composition, String Pedagogy or Jazz Studies. Also for the study of secondary instruments by any undergraduate music major. Audition and instructor’s approval required for enrollment.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 120.
Studio Instruction for the Non-Performance Concentration.
(1 or 2 to a maximum of 16 Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument for freshmen pursuing the Bachelor of Arts in Music, the Bachelor of Music Education, or the Bachelor of Music Concentration in Theory and Composition, String Pedagogy or Jazz Studies. Also for the study of secondary instruments by any undergraduate music major.
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
Prerequisite: 119.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 201.
Studio Instruction for the Performance Concentration.
(2 to a maximum of 6 Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument for the sophomore Bachelor of Music Performance Concentration.
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval. Open only to undergraduates enrolled in the music performance program leading to the Bachelor of Music; exceptions may be made with permission of the chairperson of the Department of Music.
Prerequisite: 102.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 202.
Studio Instruction for the Performance Concentration.
(2 to a maximum of 6 Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument for the sophomore Bachelor of Music Performance Concentration.
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval. Open only to undergraduates enrolled in the music performance program leading to the Bachelor of Music; exceptions may be made with permission of the chairperson of the Department of Music.
Prerequisite: 201.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 207.
Studio Instruction for the Non-Major.
(1, no limit Δ)
Studio instruction for the non-music major, including the music minor and music education minor.
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
Prerequisite: 108.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 208.
Studio Instruction for the Non-Major.
(1, no limit Δ)
Studio instruction for the non-music major, including the music minor and music education minor.
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
Prerequisite: 207.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 219.
Studio Instruction for the Non-Performance Concentration.
(1 or 2 to a maximum of 16 Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument for sophomores pursuing the Bachelor of Arts in Music, the Bachelor of Music Education, or the Bachelor of Music Concentration in Theory and Composition, String Pedagogy or Jazz Studies. Also for the study of secondary instruments by any undergraduate music major.
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
Prerequisite: 120.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 220.
Studio Instruction for the Non-Performance Concentration.
(1 or 2 to a maximum of 16 Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument for sophomores pursuing the Bachelor of Arts in Music, the Bachelor of Music Education, or the Bachelor of Music Concentration in Theory and Composition, String Pedagogy or Jazz Studies. Also for the study of secondary instruments by any undergraduate music major.
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
Prerequisite: 219.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 301.
Studio Instruction for the Performance Concentration.
(3 to a maximum of 9 Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument for the junior Bachelor of Music Performance Concentration.
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval. Open only to undergraduates enrolled in the music performance program leading to the Bachelor of Music; exceptions may be made with permission of the chairperson of the Department of Music.
Prerequisite: 202.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 302.
Studio Instruction for the Performance Concentration.
(3 to a maximum of 9 Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument for the junior Bachelor of Music Performance Concentration.
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval. Open only to undergraduates enrolled in the music performance program leading to the Bachelor of Music; exceptions may be made with permission of the chairperson of the Department of Music.
Prerequisite: 301.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 319.
Studio Instruction for the Non-Performance Concentration.
(1 or 2 to a maximum of 16 Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument for juniors pursuing the Bachelor of Arts in Music, the Bachelor of Music Education, or the Bachelor of Music Concentration in Theory and Composition, String Pedagogy or Jazz Studies. Also for the study of secondary instruments by any undergraduate music major.
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
Prerequisite: 220.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 320.
Studio Instruction for the Non-Performance Concentration.
(1 or 2 to a maximum of 16 Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument for juniors pursuing the Bachelor of Arts in Music, the Bachelor of Music Education, or the Bachelor of Music Concentration in Theory and Composition, String Pedagogy or Jazz Studies. Also for the study of secondary instruments by any undergraduate music major.
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
Prerequisite: 319.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 391.
Junior Recital.
(0)
For the student pursuing the Bachelor of Music in Performance or Jazz Studies only. Must be taken in conjunction with the appropriate level of Studio Instruction: APMS 301 or 302 for the Performance Concentration; APMS 319 or 320 for the Jazz Studies Concentration. No extra lesson time is allotted for APMS 391.
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval. Consult the Department of Music Undergraduate Student Handbook for requirements associated with the junior recital.
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 401.
Studio Instruction for the Performance Concentration.
(4 to a maximum of 12 Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument for the senior Bachelor of Music Performance Concentration. Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
Open only to undergraduates enrolled in the music performance program leading to the Bachelor of Music; exceptions may be made with permission of the chairperson of the Department of Music.
Prerequisite: 302 and 391.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 402.
Studio Instruction for the Performance Concentration.
(4 to a maximum of 12 Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument for the senior Bachelor of Music Performance Concentration. Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
Open only to undergraduates enrolled in the music performance program leading to the Bachelor of Music; exceptions may be made with permission of the chairperson of the Department of Music.
Prerequisite: 401.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 403.
Vocal Coaching.
(0, no limit Δ)
Vocal coaching instruction, focusing on diction and style, designed to supplement studio instruction in voice. Student must be enrolled concurrently in applied voice lessons in either APMS 401 or 402.
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
Prerequisite: 302.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 419.
Studio Instruction for the Non-Performance Concentration.
(1 or 2 to a maximum of 16 Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument for seniors pursuing the Bachelor of Arts in Music, the Bachelor of Music Education, or the Bachelor of Music Concentration in Theory and Composition, String Pedagogy or Jazz Studies. Also for the study of secondary instruments by any undergraduate music major.
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
Prerequisite: 320.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 420.
Studio Instruction for the Non-Performance Concentration.
(1 or 2 to a maximum of 16 Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument for seniors pursuing the Bachelor of Arts in Music, the Bachelor of Music Education, or the Bachelor of Music Concentration in Theory and Composition, String Pedagogy or Jazz Studies. Also for the study of secondary instruments by any undergraduate music major.
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
Prerequisite: 419.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 491.
Senior Recital.
(0)
For the student pursuing the Bachelor of Music in Performance, String Pedagogy, Theory and Composition or Jazz Studies, or the Bachelor of Music Education only. Must be taken in conjunction with the appropriate level of Studio Instruction: APMS 401 or 402 for Performance Concentration; APMS 419 or 420 for String Pedagogy, Jazz Studies or B.M.E.; APMS 319, 320, 419 or 420 for Theory and Composition. No extra lesson time is allotted for APMS 491.
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval. Consult the Department of Music Undergraduate Student Handbook for requirements associated with the senior recital.
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 501.
Studio Instruction in the Principal Area of Concentration.
(2 or 4, no limit Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument (including voice) for students pursuing the Master of Music Concentration in Performance or Collaborative Piano. Studio instruction in the principal area of concentration for students pursuing the Master of Music Concentration in Theory and Composition.
Enrollment requires instructor's approval.
Restriction: enrolled in Music graduate degree program.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 502.
Studio Instruction in the Principal Area of Concentration.
(2 or 4, no limit Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument (including voice) for students pursuing the Master of Music Concentration in Performance or Collaborative Piano. Studio instruction in the principal area of concentration for students pursuing the Master of Music Concentration in Theory and Composition.
Enrollment requires instructor's approval.
Prerequisite: four hours of 501.
Restriction: enrolled in Music graduate degree program.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 503.
Vocal Coaching.
(0, no limit Δ)
Vocal coaching instruction, focusing on diction and style, designed to supplement studio instruction in voice. Student must be enrolled concurrently in applied voice lessons in either APMS 501, 502 or 591.
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 519.
Studio Instruction Outside the Principal Area of Concentration.
(1 or 2, no limit Δ)
Studio instruction in instruments (including voice), conducting or composition. For the study of secondary instrument or area by any graduate student in Music, or for the study of the principal instrument by students pursuing the Master of Music Concentration in Conducting, Music Education, Theory and Composition, or Music History and Literature.
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
Restriction: enrolled in Music graduate degree program.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 520.
Studio Instruction Outside the Principal Area of Concentration.
(1 or 2, no limit Δ)
Studio instruction in instruments (including voice), conducting or composition. For the study of secondary instrument or area by any graduate student in Music, or for the study of the principal instrument by students pursuing the Master of Music Concentration in Conducting, Music Education, Theory and Composition, or Music History and Literature.
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
Restriction: enrolled in Music graduate degree program.
{Fall, Spring}
APMS 591.
Studio Instruction and Graduate Recital.
(2 or 4, no limit Δ)
Studio instruction in the principal instrument or area of concentration for students pursuing the Master of Music in Performance, Conducting or Collaborative Piano. Course requirements include successful completion of the graduate recital. Consult the University of New Mexico Catalog and the Department of Music Graduate Student Handbook for requirements associated with the graduate recital. Maximum 4 hours credit allowed in a given instrument (including voice) or area of concentration.
Enrollment requires instructor's approval.
Prerequisite: 502 or MUS 572.
Restriction: enrolled in Music graduate degree program.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 101.
Concert Music.
(0, no limit Δ)
Increasing the understanding of music and music performance through exposure to a wide variety of repertory, performance styles, media and techniques. Attendance at a specified number of approved music performances is required. (HL)
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 102.
Music Theory for the Non-Major.
(3)
Lombardi
Students will develop awareness of basic elements of melody, rhythm, harmony, form and expression through involvement as singers, players, creators, movers, listeners and readers of music. Designed for students with little or no musical training. (NM)
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 104.
Group Piano I for Non-Majors .
(1)
Dalager
Keyboard fundamentals, including key and chord relationships. Opportunities exist for the creative exploration of piano sound, with repertoire assigned for the individual student's current ability. Open only to non-music majors. (NM)
{Summer, Fall, Spring}
MUS 105.
Group Piano II for Non-Majors.
(1)
Dalager
Continuation of 104. Open only to non-music majors. (PI)
Prerequisite: 104.
{Summer, Fall, Spring}
MUS 109.
Group Voice I.
(1, no limit Δ)
Staff
Open to beginners in voice except voice performance majors. May be repeated for credit with permission of department chairperson (or dean). (V)
MUS 110.
Group Voice II.
(1, no limit Δ)
Staff
May be repeated for credit with permission of department chairperson (or dean). (V)
Prerequisite: 109.
MUS 111.
Group Piano I.
(1, no limit Δ)
Ward
Beginning repertoire, sight-reading, basic major-key scale and chord patterns. Open only to music majors and to music and music education minors; priority given to students with a piano proficiency requirement. Not open to keyboard majors. Instructor permission required. May be repeated for credit with permission of department chairperson (or dean) and instructor. (PI)
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 112.
Group Piano II.
(1, no limit Δ)
Ward, Dalager
Late elementary repertoire, sight-reading moving out of the five-finger position, minor scale and chord patterns. Not open to keyboard majors. Priority given to music majors and minors but open to all students. (PI)
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval. May be repeated for credit with permission of department chairperson (or dean) and instructor.
Prerequisite: 111.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 116.
Group Guitar I.
(2)
Silva
Students will learn to read music and play melodies, chords and simple songs. Emphasis on classical curriculum, supplemented with instruction in other styles, including rock, blues and jazz. (NM)
Student must supply instrument (classical, nylon-string guitar).
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 117.
Group Guitar II.
(2)
Silva
For students who have completed 116 or have some basic guitar skills. Emphasis on classical curriculum, supplemented with instruction in other styles, including folk, rock, blues and jazz. (NM)
Student must supply instrument (classical, nylon-string guitar).
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 130.
Music Fundamentals.
(2 [3])
Staff
Introduction to basic notation, including staves, clefs, scales, key signatures, meter, rhythm, intervals, triad qualities. (TC)
For music majors or minors possessing insufficient background for enrollment in MUS 150. Credit not applicable to a music degree.
Corequisite: 130L.
{Fall}
MUS 130L.
Music Fundamentals Aural Lab.
(2)
Staff
Aural skill training in material covered in 130, with emphasis on rhythmic and melodic dictation, aural identification of intervals, scales and triad qualities, and sightsinging of rhythms, intervals and simple melodies. (TC)
For music majors or minors possessing insufficient background for enrollment in MUS 150L. Credit not applicable to a music degree.
Corequisite: 130.
{Fall}
MUS 139.
Music Appreciation.
(3)
J. Lau, Swalin, Staff
Designed to expand the student’s ability to listen actively to Western classical art music; a survey of the various genres, including chamber music, symphonic and vocal repertoire. Includes live guest performances. Attendance at several on-campus concerts required. No musical background necessary. (NM)
Meets New Mexico Lower-Division General Education Common Core Curriculum Area V: Humanities and Fine Arts (NMCCN 1113).
{Summer, Fall, Spring}
MUS 141.
Popular World Music.
(3)
Ney
Popular music styles from around the world, such as Reggae, Ska, Samba, Salsa, Flamenco, and Afropop, and artists such as Bob Marley, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Tito Puente. No musical background necessary. (NM)
{Summer, Fall, Spring}
MUS 142.
Rock Music Appreciation.
(3)
Kostur
An introduction to the fundamentals of music and the development of listening skills through the examination of rock music, including its history, styles and significance in the realm of popular music. No musical background necessary. (NM)
{Summer, Fall, Spring}
MUS 143.
University Chorus.
(1, no limit Δ)
Ellingboe
Large mixed chorus. Open to all University students; no audition required. Maximum of 8 hours credit allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.I.S. and B.L.A. degrees; 4 hours in other colleges. (E)
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 150.
Music Theory I.
(2)
Bashwiner, Hurtado, Staff
Fundamentals, part-writing and harmonic analysis: introduction to diatonic theory. (TC)
Corequisite: 150L.
{Fall}
MUS 150L.
Music Theory I Aural Lab.
(2)
Perception through sound of diatonic materials, with special emphasis on melodic, rhythmic and harmonic dictation and the singing of simple melodies, rhythms and intervals. (TC)
Corequisite: 150.
{Fall}
MUS 152.
Music Theory II.
(2)
Bashwiner, Hurtado, Staff
Continuation of 150. Further part-writing using diatonic materials; modulation and tonicization. (TC)
Prerequisite: 150 and 150L.
Corequisite: 152L.
{Spring}
MUS 152L.
Music Theory II Aural Lab.
(2)
Continuation of 150L. Development of accurate perception of diatonic materials through more dictation, sight-singing and rhythmic studies. Greater emphasis on musicianship. (TC)
Prerequisite: 150 and 150L.
Corequisite: 152.
{Spring}
MUS 170.
String Pedagogy Seminar I.
(2 to a maximum of 4 Δ)
Collins, Kempter
Essentials for studio teachers, including studio accounts, establishing studio policies and parent education. Kinesthetic and physiologic considerations related to introducing students to the instrument. Suzuki Books 1 and 2 will be covered. (P)
Corequisite: 170L.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 170L.
String Pedagogy Lab I.
(1 to a maximum of 2 Δ)
Collins, Kempter
Students will spend a minimum of two hours per week observing and consulting with a professional string specialist from the community in order to compare and contrast teaching and pedagogical approaches. Course fee required. (P)
Corequisite: 170.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 172.
Jazz History.
(3)
E. Lau, Tatum
A study of the evolution of jazz in the United States from its beginnings to the present. (NM)
Meets New Mexico Lower-Division General Education Common Core Curriculum Area V: Humanities and Fine Arts.
{Summer, Fall, Spring}
MUS 209.
Diction for Singers I.
(2)
C. Sheinberg
The International Phonetic Alphabet and its application to singing in English, Italian and Latin. (V)
Restriction: admitted to B.A. Music or B.M. or B.M.E.
{Fall}
MUS 210.
Diction for Singers II.
(2)
C. Sheinberg
A continuation of 209. Pronunciation of German and French in singing. (V)
Prerequisite: 209.
Restriction: admitted to B.A. Music or B.M. or B.M.E.
{Spring}
MUS 211.
Group Piano III.
(1, no limit Δ)
Dalager, Ward
Intermediate repertoire, reading skill, chord and scale patterns. Not open to keyboard majors. Priority given to music majors and minors but open to all students. (PI)
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval. May be repeated for credit with permission of department chairperson (or dean) and instructor.
Prerequisite: 112.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 212.
Group Piano IV.
(1, no limit Δ)
Ward
Late intermediate to early advanced repertoire and sight-reading. Review of scales and chords. Not open to keyboard majors. Priority given to music majors and minors but open to all students. (PI)
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval. May be repeated for credit with permission of department chairperson (or dean) and instructor.
Prerequisite: 211.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 214.
Piano Proficiency.
(0)
Ward
For music majors only. Examination of ability to perform major and minor scales and cadence patterns, sightreading and repertory at a basic level of proficiency. Harmonization and scorereading also required for Music Education majors. (PI)
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Summer, Fall, Spring}
MUS 231.
Chamber Music.
(1, no limit Δ)
Practice, performance and study of chamber music. Includes various combinations of strings, brasses, woodwinds, percussion, guitars, piano and voices. Specific ensemble offerings are announced each semester in the Schedule of Classes. (E)
Preference given to music majors.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 232.
Early Music Ensemble.
(1, no limit Δ)
C. Sheinberg
A vocal and instrumental ensemble specializing in the performance of music of the Middle Ages, Renaissance and early Baroque. (E)
Open to all students, but enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 233.
Symphony Orchestra.
(1, no limit Δ)
Pérez-Gómez
(Also offered as MUSE 233)
Study and public performance of symphonic literature. Auditions required. Maximum of 8 hours credit allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.I.S. and B.L.A. degrees; 4 hours in other colleges. (E)
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 234.
Jazz Band.
(1, no limit Δ)
Dalby, Kostur
Modern jazz ensemble of 20 or more that performs music representing various styles of big band jazz, rock and pop. Auditions required. (E)
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 236.
Introduction to Improvisation.
(1 to a maximum of 3 Δ)
Dalby, Kostur
An introductory course in musical improvisation. Activities include singing, playing familiar tunes by ear and learning of tonal functions. Basic aspects of jazz harmony, vocabulary and style are introduced during the latter part of the semester. (JS)
May be repeated for credit with permission of department chairperson (or dean).
{Fall}
MUS 237.
Jazz Improvisation I.
(1)
Dalby
Continuation of 236. Course addresses forms of jazz tunes, idiomatic jazz vocabulary (patterns) associated with ii-V7-I chord progressions and jazz theory including chord/scale relationships. (JS)
Prerequisite: 236.
{Spring}
MUS 238.
Jazz Theory/Keyboard.
(2)
Kostur
Music theory as applied to jazz music. Introduction to chord/scale theory, chord nomenclature, common harmonic progressions and substitutions. Keyboard includes basic jazz chord voicings and progressions. (JS)
Prerequisite: 152.
{Fall, alternate years}
MUS 239.
Spirit Marching Band.
(1, no limit Δ)
Rombach, Simons
(Also offered as MUSE 239)
The Spirit Marching Band performs at all UNM home football games. The marching band is open to all students at UNM and CNM. Each member receives a monetary stipend upon completion of the season. (E)
Maximum of 8 hours credit allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.I.S. and B.L.A. degrees; 4 hours in other colleges.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 240.
Symphonic Band.
(1, no limit Δ)
Simons
(Also offered as MUSE 240)
The UNM Symphonic Band provides a place for the serious player to explore classic and contemporary repertoire for the wind band. This group is open by audition to talented musicians regardless of academic major. Maximum of 8 hours credit allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.I.S. and B.L.A. degrees; 4 hours in other colleges. (E)
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 241.
Wind Symphony.
(1, no limit Δ)
Rombach, Simons
(Also offered as MUSE 241)
Study, rehearsal and performance of original works and transcriptions for wind ensemble, symphonic band and chamber winds. Audition required, but open to all students. (E)
Maximum of 8 hours credit allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts or in the College of Education; 4 hours in other colleges, and in the B.L.A. and B.I.S. degrees.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 242.
Dolce Suono.
(1, no limit Δ)
Carlow
(Also offered as MUSE 242)
A mixed chorus made up of music majors and minors, as well as interested singers from throughout the UNM campus. The group sings a broad range of repertoire. Audition required, but open to all students. Maximum of 8 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.I.S. and B.L.A. degrees; 4 hours in other colleges. (E)
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 243.
Concert Choir.
(1, no limit Δ)
Ellingboe
(Also offered as MUSE 243)
Select mixed-voice choral ensemble, 28–34 singers. Performs significant works of the Renaissance, Baroque, Classic, Romantic and Contemporary periods. Audition required, but open to all students. Maximum of 8 hours credit allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.I.S. and B.L.A. degrees; 4 hours in other colleges. (E)
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 250.
Music Theory III.
(2)
Bashwiner, Hurtado
Continuation of 152. Introduction to chromaticism and modulation to remote key areas. (TC)
Prerequisite: 152 and 152L.
Corequisite: 250L.
{Fall}
MUS 250L.
Music Theory III Aural Lab.
(2)
Continuation of 152L. Advanced singing and dictation correlated with the materials in 250. (TC)
Prerequisite: 152 and 152L.
Corequisite: 250.
{Fall}
MUS 252.
Music Theory IV.
(2)
Bashwiner, Hurtado
Continuation of 250. Continuation of chromatic harmony and analysis. (TC)
Prerequisite: 250 and 250L.
Corequisite: 252L.
{Spring}
MUS 252L.
Music Theory IV Aural Lab.
(2)
Continuation of 250L. Advanced ear-training, mastering chromatic melodies and clefs. (TC)
Prerequisite: 250 and 250L.
Corequisite: 252.
{Spring}
MUS 254.
Introduction to Composition in the Western Tradition.
(2)
Gilbert
Includes modal composition work in tonal and post-tonal idioms and readings in aesthetics, theory, notation and orchestration. Problems in vocal composition are considered. (TC)
Prerequisite: 150 and 150L.
{Spring}
MUS 270.
String Pedagogy Seminar II.
(2 to a maximum of 4 Δ)
Collins, Kempter
Development of elementary musical skills and techniques, including scales, shifting and vibrato. Approaches to teach children to read music will be covered. Suzuki Books 3 and 4 will be covered. (P)
Student must have completed 4 hours of MUS 170 and 2 hours of MUS 170L to enroll.
Restriction: permission of instructor.
Corequisite: 270L.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 270L.
String Pedagogy Lab II.
(1 to a maximum of 2 Δ)
Collins, Kempter
Students will teach private and homogeneous group lessons in the University of New Mexico Music Preparatory School. Supervision and guidance will be provided regularly via observation, videotaping, and discussion in the pedagogy seminar. (P)
Student must have completed 4 hours of MUS 170 and 2 hours of MUS 170L to enroll.
Corequisite: 270.
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 305.
Composition I.
(2)
Obermueller
Beginning compositional techniques, introducing 20th-century harmony. (TC)
Prerequisite: 254.
{Fall}
MUS 306.
Composition II.
(2)
Obermueller
Beginning compositional techniques, introducing 20th-century harmony. Continuation of 305. (TC)
Prerequisite: 305.
{Spring}
MUS 309.
Form and Analysis.
(2)
Hermann
Introduction to structure and long-range harmonic analysis. Emphasis on common-practice music: binary and ternary, sonata-allegro, rondo, concerto, variation and contrapuntal forms. (TC)
Open only to undergraduates enrolled in the music performance program leading to the Bachelor of Music; exceptions may be made with permission of the chairperson of the Department of Music.
Prerequisite: 252 and 252L.
{Fall, alternate years}
MUS 311 / 511.
Fundamentals of Music Technology.
(2-3)
Barlow
(Also offered as IFDM 311)
A hands-on introduction to various computer applications useful to musicians in all areas of specialization. Various computer programs aiding in music notation, arranging and MIDI composition will be presented and explored. (T)
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 314.
Theory and Composition Keyboard Proficiency.
(0)
Hermann
Examination of student's ability to demonstrate basic proficiency in the piano skills needed to teach lower-division undergraduate theory courses. For B.M. Theory and Composition concentration students only. (PI)
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
Prerequisite: 252 and 252L.
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 325 / 525.
Post-Tonal Theory.
(3)
Hermann
Twentieth-century theoretical techniques applied analytically to all music of the century. Scales, modes, set-theory, twelve-tone theory, minimalist techniques, timbral design and specific compositional methods (Messiaen, Cage, Carter, Stockhausen) will be discussed with some rudimentary ear-training. (TC)
Prerequisite: 250.
{Fall, alternate years}
MUS 330.
Opera Studio.
(1, no limit Δ)
Ditlow, Shepperson, Umphrey
Study of opera through performance, including improvisational technique, movement and character development. Participation in opera scenes and/or larger productions as assigned. Music-reading proficiency required. Admission by audition; preference given to junior and senior vocal majors. (E)
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 336.
Jazz Improvisation II.
(1)
Kostur
Continuation of 237, focusing on chromaticism, chord alterations (with associated chord/scale implications), execution of ii-V7-I patterns in all minor keys and analysis of transcribed solos of jazz masters. (JS)
Prerequisite: 237.
{Fall, alternate years}
MUS 337.
Jazz Improvisation III.
(1)
Kostur
Continuation of 336, introducing modern jazz compositions containing nonfunctional and polytonal harmony, with appropriate chord-scale implications and jazz vocabulary. Analysis of transcribed solos of modern jazz masters is also required. (JS)
Prerequisite: 336.
{Spring, alternate years}
MUS 338.
Jazz Arranging.
(2)
Kostur
Introduction to jazz arranging and scoring techniques for jazz small groups and big bands. Includes voicing for horns, writing for rhythm sections, reharmonization, standards for score and part preparation. (JS)
Prerequisite: 238.
{Spring, alternate years}
MUS 343.
Selected Topics in Jazz Studies.
(3, no limit Δ)
Kostur
This course allows permanent or visiting faculty to develop a course based on a topic related to the field of jazz studies. (JS)
May be repeated for credit, no limit as long as topic varies. Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
{Offered upon demand}
MUS 351.
Undergraduate Problems.
(1-3 to a maximum of 12 Δ)
Restriction: junior or senior standing.
{Fall, Spring, Summer}
MUS 361.
History of Music I.
(3)
Hinterbichler
Forms, styles, schools, principal composers and representative masterworks from antiquity through Baroque. (HL)
Prerequisite: 152.
{Fall}
MUS 362.
History of Music II.
(3)
Hinterbichler
Continuation of 361, from Pre-Classic to the present. (HL)
Open to music majors only.
MUS 361 is recommended, but not required, before enrolling in MUS 362.
Prerequisite: 152.
{Spring}
MUS 363.
Conducting.
(2)
Pérez-Gómez, Rombach-Kendall
Basic theory and techniques of conducting. Open only to students pursuing the Bachelor of Music or Bachelor of Arts in Music; exceptions may be made with permission of department chair. (C)
Prerequisite: 252.
Restriction: junior or senior status.
{Fall}
MUS 365.
Instrumental Conducting.
(2)
Pérez-Gómez
Instrumental conducting techniques, score reading, interpretation. (C)
Prerequisite: 363.
{Spring}
MUS 370.
String Pedagogy Seminar III.
(2 to a maximum of 4 Δ)
Kempter, Collins
Exploration of intermediate student skills and techniques, including three-octave scales, arpeggios, shifting, playing in the upper positions and double stops. Pedagogical approaches of Paul Rolland will be explored. Suzuki Books 5 and 6 will be covered. Course fee required. (P)
Student must have completed 4 hours of 270 and 2 hours of 270L to enroll.
Corequisite: 370L.
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 370L.
String Pedagogy Lab III.
(1 to a maximum of 2 Δ)
Kempter, Collins
Opportunity for the University of New Mexico student to teach more advanced students in the University of New Mexico Music Preparatory School and beginning orchestra classes. May also teach parent preparation classes. Student must have completed 4 hours of 270 and 2 hours of 270L to enroll. (P)
Corequisite: 370.
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 371.
Music History for Non-Majors.
(3)
Vigneau, Piper
A survey of Western music history and musical styles in art music from about 800 A.D. to the present. (NM)
Music reading ability not required.
{Summer, Fall}
MUS 375.
The Beatles' Musical Revolution.
(3)
Piper
Examines the development of the historical and musical artistry of the Beatles presented within the framework of aesthetic and social/cultural movement 1957-1970 and their individual contributions. (NM)
{Spring}
MUS 376.
Film Music History.
(3)
Swalin
A survey of film music history, technology and technique from the silent film era to the present. No musical experience necessary. (NM)
{Summer, Spring]
MUS 380 / 580.
Recording Techniques I.
(2)
Geist
Introduction to modern studio recording techniques. (T)
{Fall}
MUS 388 / 588.
Music Pedagogy.
(2, no limit Δ)
For the music student who plans to teach privately, especially beginners of various ages. Specific area is announced in class schedule when course is offered. (P)
May be repeated for credit, no limit, as long as subject matter varies, with permission of department chairperson (or dean).
Open only to undergraduates enrolled in the music performance program leading to the Bachelor of Music or Bachelor of Music Education; exceptions may be made with permission of the chairperson of the Department of Music.
Restriction: junior or senior standing.
{Fall}
MUS 389 / 589.
Music Pedagogy.
(2, no limit Δ)
Continuation of 388, treating problems in teaching intermediate and moderately advanced students. Specific area is announced in class schedule when course is offered. (P)
May be repeated for credit, no limit, as long as subject matter varies, with permission of department chairperson (or dean).
Open only to undergraduates enrolled in the music performance program leading to the Bachelor of Music; exceptions may be made with permission of the chairperson of the Department of Music.
Restriction: junior or senior standing.
{Spring}
MUS 395 / 595.
Accompanying.
(1, no limit Δ)
Pyle
Study and performance of accompaniment practice. Enrollment requires junior standing in music or instructor's approval. Non-majors may enroll with instructor's approval.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 405 / 505.
Sixteenth-Century Counterpoint.
(2)
Hermann
Analysis and writing in the style of the 16th century. Open only to undergraduates pursuing the Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Arts in Music or Bachelor of Music Education; exceptions may be made with permission of the chairperson of the Department of Music. (TC)
Prerequisite: 152.
{Spring, alternate years}
MUS 406 / 506.
Eighteenth-Century Counterpoint.
(2)
Hermann
Analysis and writing in the style of the 18th century. Open only to undergraduates pursuing the Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Arts in Music or Bachelor of Music Education; exceptions may be made with permission of the chairperson of the Department of Music. (TC)
Prerequisite: 250.
{Spring, alternate years}
MUS 407 / 507.
Selected Topics in Music Composition.
(2, no limit Δ)
Advanced topics pertaining to contemporary musical composition and creation. May be repeated for credit, no limit as long as topic varies. (TC)
Prerequisite: 306.
{Offered on demand}
MUS 412 / 512.
Fundamentals of Audio Technology.
(2-3)
Barlow
(Also offered as IFDM 412)
Audio editing and equipment and basics of recordings through lab experiences and creative projects. Includes fundamentals of the physics of sound and analysis. (T)
{Spring}
MUS 413 / 513.
Studies in Medieval and Renaissance Music.
(3)
Alonso-Minutti
Music of Western Europe from the Christian Era to the close of the 16th century. (HL)
Open to music majors only; non-majors must have instructor’s approval to enroll.
Prerequisite: 361 and 362.
{Fall, alternate years}
MUS 414 / 514.
Studies in Baroque Music.
(3)
Vigneau
Music of Western Europe, 1600–1750, with emphasis on forms, styles, principal composers and performance practices. (HL)
Open to music majors only; non-majors must have instructor’s approval to enroll.
Prerequisite: 361 and 362.
{Spring, alternate years}
MUS 415 / 515.
Studies in Classic and Romantic Music.
(3)
Jacobsen-Bia
Music of Western Europe from 1750–1900. (HL)
Open to music majors only; non-majors must have instructor’s approval to enroll.
Prerequisite: 361 and 362.
{Fall, alternate years}
MUS 416 / 516.
Studies in Twentieth-Century Music.
(3)
Alonso-Minutti
A survey of the chief musical developments in Western Europe and the Americas from 1900 with the emphasis on music composed since 1940. Open to music majors only; non-majors must have instructor’s approval to enroll. (HL)
Prerequisite: 361 and 362.
{Spring, alternate years}
MUS 421 / 521.
Introduction to Max Programming for Musicians.
(3)
Barlow
An introduction to computer-based music production using the Max programming environment. If student has not taken the prerequisite course, instructor permission will be required. (T)
Prerequisite: 311.
{Fall}
MUS 435 / 535.
Special Topics in Music.
(1-3, no limit Δ)
May be repeated for credit, no limit as long as subject matter varies. Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
{Offered upon demand}
MUS 437 / 537.
Selected Topics in Music Literature.
(3, no limit Δ)
Hinterbichler, Vigneau
May be repeated for credit, no limit, as long as topic varies. (HL)
If student has not completed MUS 361 and MUS 362, enrollment requires instructor’s approval.
Prerequisite: 361 and 362.
{Offered upon demand}
MUS 438 / 538.
Selected Topics in Ethnomusicology.
(3, no limit Δ)
This course allows permanent or visiting faculty to develop a course based on a topic related to the field of ethnomusicology. May be repeated for credit, no limit as long as topic varies. (EM)
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Offered upon demand}
MUS 439 / 539.
Selected Topics in Music Theory.
(3, no limit Δ)
Bashwiner, Block, Hermann, Hurtado
This course allows permanent or visiting faculty to develop a course based on a topic related to advanced research interests or expertise. May be repeated for credit, no limit, as long as topic varies. (TC)
Enrollment requires instructor's approval.
Prerequisite: 252 and 252L.
{Offered upon demand}
MUS 444 / 544.
Anthropology of World Beat.
(3)
Jacobsen-Bia
(Also offered as ANTH 444)
The study of musical globalization, concentrating on the 100 year background of indigenous and ethnic sound recordings that led to the creation of the World Music genre in the late 20th Century. (EM)
MUS 448 / 548.
The Anthropology of Music and Sound.
(3)
Jacobsen-Bia
(Also offered as ANTH 448/548)
The cultural study of music and sound. Course materials are drawn from written and audio music ethnographies of contemporary indigenous, diasporic, refugee, exile, and industrial communities. (EM)
MUS 449 / 549.
Music Repertory.
(2, no limit Δ)
Comprehensive study of solo repertory for voice or individual instruments. Specific area is announced in the class schedule when the course is offered. (HL)
Open only to undergraduates enrolled in the music performance program leading to the Bachelor of Music; exceptions may be made with permission of the chairperson of the Department of Music.
{Fall}
MUS 453.
Orchestration.
(2)
Gilbert
Scoring for orchestra, including properties and limitations of string, wind and percussion instruments, notation, principles of combination and balance and characteristics of the various “schools” of orchestration. May be repeated for credit with permission of department chairperson (or dean). (TC)
Open only to undergraduates enrolled in the music performance program leading to the Bachelor of Music; exceptions may be made with permission of the chairperson of the Department of Music.
Prerequisite: 152.
{Fall}
MUS 470.
String Pedagogy Seminar IV.
(2 to a maximum of 4 Δ)
Kempter, Collins
Continued exploration of pedagogical approaches; overview of literature and études; Suzuki Books 7 and 8. (P)
Student must have completed 4 hours of MUS 370 and 2 hours of MUS 370L to enroll.
Corequisite: 470L.
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 470L.
String Pedagogy Lab IV.
(1 to a maximum of 2 Δ)
Kempter, Collins
Students will continue to teach individual lessons as well as homogeneous and heterogeneous groups. Advanced pedagogy students will lead the University of New Mexico Music Preparatory School students in their concerts and recitals and will help coordinate those events. (P)
Students must have completed 4 hours of 370 and 2 hours of 370L to enroll.
Corequisite: 470.
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 472.
String Pedagogy Recital.
(2)
Kempter
Students will perform a half-recital in the community and at UNM. In addition, an intermediate/advanced musical score will be analyzed and discussed for pedagogical points. (P)
Corequisite: 470.
MUS 481 / 581.
Recording Techniques II.
(2)
Geist
An introductory examination of the process of gathering, processing and editing sound on a digital audio work station. (T)
{Spring}
MUS 487 / 587.
Contemporary Interdisciplinary Topics.
(3 to a maximum of 6 Δ)
(Also offered as ARTH, DANC, THEA 487 / 587; MA *487)
Analyzes major instances of interdisciplinary influence and collaboration in the present day. (I)
Restriction: permission of instructor.
MUS 499.
Senior Thesis.
(3-6 to a maximum of 6 Δ)
Open to seniors approved by the departmental honors committee. (TH)
{Summer, Fall, Spring}
MUS 500.
Musicology Colloquium.
(0, no limit Δ)
Alonso-Minutti
The purpose of this course is to increase the understanding of musicology through the presentation and exchange of related topics and ideas. Attendance at a specified number of approved Musicology events is required. (HL)
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 505 / 405.
Sixteenth-Century Counterpoint.
(2)
Hermann
Analysis and writing in the style of the 16th century. (TC)
{Spring, alternate years}
MUS 506 / 406.
Eighteenth-Century Counterpoint.
(2)
Hermann
Analysis and writing in the style of the 18th century. (TC)
{Spring, alternate years}
MUS 507 / 407.
Selected Topics in Music Composition.
(2, no limit Δ)
Advanced topics pertaining to contemporary musical composition and creation. May be repeated for credit, no limit as long as topic varies. (TC)
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Offered on demand}
MUS 511 / 311.
Fundamentals of Music Technology.
(2-3)
Barlow
(Also offered as IFDM 311)
A hands-on introduction to various computer applications useful to musicians in all areas of specialization. Various computer programs aiding in music notation, arranging and MIDI composition will be presented and explored.
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor’s approval. (T)
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 512 / 412.
Fundamentals of Audio Technology.
(2-3)
Barlow
(Also offered as IFDM 412)
Audio editing and equipment and basics of recordings through lab experiences and creative projects. Includes fundamentals of the physics of sound and analysis. (T)
{Spring}
MUS 513 / 413.
Studies in Medieval and Renaissance Music.
(3)
Alonso-Minutti
Music of Western Europe from the Christian Era to the close of the 16th century. (HL)
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Fall, alternate years}
MUS 514 / 414.
Studies in Baroque Music.
(3)
Vigneau
Music of Western Europe, 1600–1750, with emphasis on forms, styles, principal composers and performance practices. (HL)
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Spring, alternate years}
MUS 515 / 415.
Studies in Classic and Romantic Music.
(3)
Jacobsen-Bia
Music of Western Europe from 1750–1900. (HL)
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Fall, alternate years}
MUS 516 / 416.
Studies in Twentieth-Century Music.
(3)
Alonso-Minutti
A survey of the chief musical developments in Western Europe and the Americas from 1900, with the emphasis on music composed since 1940. (HL)
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Spring, alternate years}
MUS 521 / 421.
Introduction to Max Programming for Musicians.
(3)
Barlow
An introduction to computer-based music production using the Max programming environment. If student has not taken the prerequisite course, instructor permission will be required. (T)
Prerequisite: 511.
{Fall}
MUS 525 / 325.
Post-Tonal Theory.
(3)
Hermann
Twentieth-century theoretical techniques applied analytically to all music of the century. Scales, modes, set-theory, twelve-tone theory, minimalist techniques, timbral design and specific compositional methods will be discussed. Numerous readings and projects will be included. (TC)
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Fall, alternate years}
MUS 527.
Theory Pedagogy.
(3)
Hermann
A survey of the materials, the methodology and the content that could be encompassed in courses that teach theory. Representative textbooks, including those that deal with 20th-century techniques, will be studied. (P)
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Spring, alternate years}
MUS 531.
Bibliography and Research.
(3)
Davies-Wilson
Course includes basic procedures used in research, library orientation, investigative methods and typical materials. The course aims to teach students that research is a logical process. (HL)
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 535 / 435.
Special Topics in Music.
(1-3, no limit Δ)
May be repeated for credit, no limit as long as subject matter varies. Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Offered upon demand}
MUS 537 / 437.
Selected Topics in Music Literature.
(3, no limit Δ)
Hinterbichler, Vigneau
May be repeated for credit, no limit, as long as topic varies. (HL)
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Offered upon demand}
MUS 538 / 438.
Selected Topics in Ethnomusicology.
(3, no limit Δ)
This course allows permanent or visiting faculty to develop a course based on a topic related to the field of ethnomusicology. May be repeated for credit, no limit as long as topic varies. (EM)
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Offered upon demand}
MUS 539 / 439.
Selected Topics in Music Theory.
(3, no limit Δ)
Bashwiner, Block, Hermann, Hurtado
This course allows permanent or visiting faculty to develop a course based on a topic related to advanced research interests or expertise. May be repeated for credit, no limit, as long as topic varies. (TC)
Enrollment requires instructor's approval.
{Offered upon demand}
MUS 540.
Proseminar in Critical Musicology.
(3)
Alonso Minutti
Introduction to the field of musicology, including issues and concepts of music history, historiography, criticism, and assessment of current debates of musicological research. (HL)
{Fall, alternate years}
MUS 541.
Proseminar in Anthropology of Music.
(3)
Examination of the history and present practices of the discipline of ethnomusicology or the anthropology of music. Origins of the discipline, its split from comparative musicology, and recent innovations and intellectual shifts will be examined. (EM)
{Spring}
MUS 544 / 444.
Anthropology of World Beat.
(3)
Jacobsen-Bia
(Also offered as ANTH 444)
The study of musical globalization, concentrating on the 100 year background of indigenous and ethnic sound recordings that led to the creation of the World Music genre in the late 20th Century. (EM)
Restriction: instructor permission.
MUS 548 / 448.
The Anthropology of Music and Sound.
(3)
Jacobsen-Bia
(Also offered as ANTH 448/548)
The cultural study of music and sound. Course materials are drawn from written and audio music ethnographies of contemporary indigenous, diasporic, refugee, exile, and industrial communities. (EM)
Restriction: instructor permission.
MUS 549 / 449.
Music Repertory.
(2, no limit Δ)
Comprehensive study of solo repertory for voice or individual instruments. Specific area is announced in the class schedule when the course is offered. (HL)
May be repeated for credit, no limit, as long as subject matter varies.
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Fall}
MUS 551.
Graduate Problems.
(1-3 to a maximum of 12 Δ)
Independent study in the field of music. Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music is strongly recommended.
Restriction: approval of Department of Music Graduate Committee.
{Summer, Fall, Spring}
MUS 555.
Graduate Diction for Singers.
(2)
This course is designed to cover diction as applied to singing in English, Latin, Italian, German and French, using the International Phonetic Alphabet. (V)
{Spring}
MUS 560.
Ensemble Performance.
(1, no limit Δ)
Training in ensemble performance in either chamber groups or larger ensembles (band, orchestra, chorus). Specific ensemble offerings are announced each semester in the Schedule of Classes. (E)
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 561.
String Pedagogy I:.
(2)
Staff
Includes an introduction to elementary skills and concepts appropriate for beginners, and exploration of ties between elementary skills and intermediate skills. Also includes study of the pedagogy of Paul Rolland and Motivation Theory. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor's approval. (P)
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 562.
String Pedagogy II:.
(2)
Staff
Development of technique and musical concepts in children during their first two/three years of instruction. Other topics include development of musicianship, philosophy of Shinichi Suzuki, and human cognition as applicable to music teaching and learning. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor's approval. (P)
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 563.
String Pedagogy III:.
(2)
Staff
Course will cover the pedagogy of Ivan Galamian and applications to school orchestra teaching, bow arm development, an overview of student repertoire, and educating parents about managing home practice. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor's approval. (P)
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 564.
String Pedagogy IV:.
(2)
Staff
The pedagogy of John Kendall, the business of private studio management, Mozart's Concerti Nos. 3, 4 and 5, charting of technical growth from these back to the beginning student, and an overview of child development. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor's approval. (P)
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 566.
String Pedagogy Project.
(2)
Kempter
An independent project, designed in consultation with string pedagogy faculty. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor's approval. (P)
{Summer, Fall, Spring}
MUS 567.
Readings in String Pedagogy.
(2)
Reading, assessment and discussion of articles and books that enrich the study of String Pedagogy, enhancing understanding of and expanding options for teaching in private and group lesson situations. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor's approval. (P)
{Fall, alternate years}
MUS 571.
Conducting Seminar.
(2 to a maximum of 12 Δ)
Ellingboe, Perez-Gomez, Rombach
The development of skills and knowledge required to lead large ensembles. Score study, aural skills, rehearsal and pedagogical strategies, conducting technique, study of repertoire, and discussion of educational and artistic philosophies. For students enrolled in the Master of Music Conducting concentration only. (C)
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 572.
Advanced Conducting Seminar.
(2 to a maximum of 8 Δ)
Ellingboe, Pérez-Gómez, Rombach
Continuation of MUS 571. Advanced study in technique of conducting large ensembles. (C)
Open only to students enrolled in the Master of Music concentration in Conducting.
Prerequisite: four credit hours of 571.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 580 / 380.
Recording Techniques I.
(2)
Geist
Introduction to modern studio recording techniques. (T)
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Fall}
MUS 581 / 481.
Recording Techniques II.
(2)
Geist
Continuation of 580. This course is task-based, with emphasis on individual projects and hands-on training. (T)
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Spring}
MUS 584.
Problems in Interdisciplinary Studies.
(3 to a maximum of 6 Δ)
(Also offered as ARTH 584; MA *485)
An independent study in either critical studies or studio, beyond the scope of the Fine Arts interdisciplinary courses, which may occur within or outside the College of Fine Arts. (I)
MUS 587 / 487.
Contemporary Interdisciplinary Topics.
(3 to a maximum of 6 Δ)
(Also offered as ARTH, DANC, THEA 587 / 487; MA *487)
Analyzes major instances of interdisciplinary influence and collaboration in the present day. (I)
{Spring}
MUS 588 / 388.
Music Pedagogy.
(2, no limit Δ)
For the music student who plans to teach privately, especially beginners of various ages. Specific area is announced in class schedule when course is offered. (P)
May be repeated for credit, no limit, as long as subject matter varies, with permission of department chairperson (or dean). If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Fall}
MUS 589 / 389.
Music Pedagogy.
(2, no limit Δ)
Continuation of 588, treating problems in teaching intermediate and moderately advanced students. Specific area is announced in class schedule when course is offered. (P)
May be repeated for credit, no limit, as long as subject matter varies, with permission of department chairperson (or dean).
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
Prerequisite: 588.
{Spring}
MUS 595 / 395.
Accompanying.
(1, no limit Δ)
Pyle
Study and performance of accompaniment practice. (E)
If the student is not pursuing a graduate degree program in music, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Fall, Spring}
MUS 599.
Master's Thesis.
(1-6, no limit Δ)
Enrollment requires instructor’s approval. (TH)
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
Restriction: Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music.
{Summer, Fall, Spring}
MUSE 155.
Orchestral Instruments.
(1-2 to a maximum of 9 Δ)
Group instruction in orchestral instruments and guitar. Specific areas are announced in the class schedule each semester.
Open only to students pursuing the Bachelor of Music Education or the Bachelor of Music concentration in String Pedagogy or Theory and Composition.
{Fall, Spring}
MUSE 194.
Introduction to Music Education.
(1)
Carlow, Dalby, Giebelhausen
Will assist the student in discovering personal strengths and weaknesses relative to a career as a professional music educator.
{Fall}
MUSE 195.
Introductory Teaching Practicum.
(1)
Dalby, Giebelhausen
Provides first-year music education majors with practical teaching experience in music classrooms. Assists in evaluating the music education candidate's suitability for a music teaching career in terms of musicianship, leadership, communication ability, and personal dispositions.
Prerequisite: 194.
{Spring}
MUSE 213.
Choral Lab.
(0, no limit Δ)
Carlow
Designed to provide future choral teachers with experience conducting and rehearsing standard literature with a choral ensemble.
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
Prerequisite: 194.
{Fall, alternate years}
MUSE 215.
Instrumental Lab.
(0, no limit Δ)
Dalby
Designed to provide future instrumental teachers with experience conducting and rehearsing standard literature with an instrumental ensemble. Students will also hone their performing skills on the various instruments of the band and orchestra.
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
Prerequisite: 194.
{Spring, alternate years}
MUSE 216.
Music Education Lab.
(0, no limit Δ)
Designed to provide future music teachers the opportunity to attempt teaching practices with peers and faculty in choral, instrumental and general music settings. Students will also hone their performing skills on the various instruments.
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
{Spring}
MUSE 233.
Symphony Orchestra.
(1, no limit Δ)
Pérez-Gómez
(Also offered as MUS 233)
Study and public performance of symphonic literature. Auditions required. Maximum of 8 hours credit allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.I.S. and B.L.A. degrees; 4 hours in other colleges.
{Fall, Spring}
MUSE 239.
Spirit Marching Band.
(1, no limit Δ)
Rombach, Simons
(Also offered as MUS 239)
The Spirit Marching Band performs at all UNM home football games. The marching band is open to all students at UNM and CNM. Each member receives a monetary stipend upon completion of the season. Maximum of 8 hours credit allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.I.S. and B.L.A. degrees; 4 hours in other colleges. (E)
{Fall, Spring}
MUSE 240.
Symphonic Band.
(1, no limit Δ)
Simons
(Also offered as MUS 240)
The UNM Symphonic Band provides a place for the serious player to explore classic and contemporary repertoire for the wind band. This group is open by audition to talented musicians regardless of academic major. Maximum of 8 hours credit allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.I.S. and B.L.A. degrees; 4 hours in other colleges. (E)
{Fall, Spring}
MUSE 241.
Wind Symphony.
(1, no limit Δ)
Rombach, Simons
(Also offered as MUS 241)
Study, rehearsal and performance of original works and transcriptions for wind ensemble, symphonic band and chamber winds. Audition required, but open to all students. Maximum of 8 hours credit allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.I.S. and B.L.A. degrees; 4 hours in other colleges.
{Fall, Spring}
MUSE 242.
Dolce Suono.
(1, no limit Δ)
Carlow
(Also offered as MUS 242)
A mixed chorus made up of music majors and minors, as well as interested singers from throughout the UNM campus. The group sings a broad range of repertoire. Audition required, but open to all students. Maximum of 8 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.I.S. and B.L.A. degrees; 4 hours in other colleges. (E)
{Fall, Spring}
MUSE 243.
Concert Choir.
(1, no limit Δ)
Ellingboe
(Also offered as MUS 243)
Select mixed-voice choral ensemble, 28–34 singers. Performs significant works of the Renaissance, Baroque, Classic, Romantic and Contemporary periods. Audition required but open to all students. Maximum of 8 hours credit allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.I.S. and B.L.A. degrees; 4 hours in other colleges.
{Fall, Spring}
MUSE 298.
Music for the Elementary Teacher.
(3)
Otero
Will prepare elementary classroom teachers to teach music education in a self-contained classroom in traditional and open situations.
{Fall, Spring}
MUSE 313.
Choral Music Methods.
(3)
Carlow
Administration, organization, literature, teaching and conducting techniques appropriate for public school choral programs.
Prerequisite: 346 and 363.
{Spring, alternate years}
MUSE 315.
Instrumental Music Methods.
(3)
Administration, organization, teaching and conducting techniques appropriate for public school instrumental programs. Includes a required off-campus school teaching lab component.
Prerequisite: 346 and 363.
{Fall}
MUSE 317.
Jazz Methods.
(1)
Kostur
Teaching the jazz ensemble, including style and harmony, methods, literature, organization and administration appropriate for school jazz programs.
Prerequisite: 194.
{Fall, alternate years}
MUSE 346.
Teaching Music in the Elementary Schools.
(3)
Giebelhausen
Designed for pre-service music education majors. Focus: methods, strategies, musicianship and curriculum development in elementary school music. Includes a required off-campus school teaching lab component. Successful completion of Music Education Screening is required for enrollment.
Prerequisite: 194 and 195 and MUS 236.
{Fall}
MUSE 347.
Introduction to Early Childhood Music Education.
(1)
Hoffman
An introductory methods course focused on music education of infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers. Includes field experiences with the UNM Music Prep School early childhood classes.
Prerequisite: 346.
{Spring, alternate years}
MUSE 357.
Foundations of Musical Behavior.
(3)
Giebelhausen
Topics covered will include the value of a professional philosophy of music education, significant trends in the psychology of music, social contexts of music education, the role of curriculum and procedures for preventing discipline problems.
Prerequisite: 194 and 195.
{Spring}
MUSE 363.
Conducting.
(2)
Rombach-Kendall
Basic conducting skills directed toward music education majors. Development of beat patterns, expressive gestures, score reading and score study. Lab experience with conducting class ensemble.
Prerequisite: MUS 252 and MUS 252L.
Restriction: junior or senior standing; Bachelor of Music Education major.
{Fall}
MUSE 390.
Pre-Student Teaching Internship in Music Education.
(1)
Students will be placed in a pre-student teaching internship that will involve working with a cooperating teacher in a K-12 music setting. Student must have passed the MEAR exam.
Prerequisite: 357 and MUS 252 and MUS 252L.
Restriction: junior standing and permission of instructor.
MUSE 400.
Student Teaching in the Elementary School.
(3-6, no limit Δ)
Giebelhausen, Hoffman
Student must have completed preliminary requirements as stated in the Department of Music Undergraduate Student Handbook in order to enroll.
Prerequisite: (313 or 315) and *455 and APMS 491 and MUS 214 and MUS 236 and MUS 252 and MUS 252L and MUS 361 and MUS 362.
Corequisite: 461.
{Fall, Spring}
MUSE 415.
Instrumental Repertory.
(1)
Rombach
Selecting repertoire for middle school and high school bands and orchestras, with emphasis on criteria, resources, teaching of comprehensive musicianship through repertoire and programming.
Prerequisite: 194 and 195.
{Fall, alternate years}
MUSE 429 / 529.
Workshop.
(1-4, no limit Δ)
Intensive study of a particular topic related to the field of Music Education.
{Summer}
MUSE 438 / 538.
Selected Topics in Music Education.
(3, no limit Δ)
Carlow, Dalby, Giebelhausen
This course allows permanent or visiting faculty to focus a course structured around their expertise or research activities.
{Offered upon demand}
MUSE 441.
Marching Band Methods.
(2)
Methods of teaching, organizing and administering the marching band, including charting, arranging, movement, drill and dealing with percussion and support units (e.g., flags, twirlers). Current computer technology used in creating marching drill will be taught.
Prerequisite: 194 and 195.
{Spring, alternate years}
MUSE *446.
Secondary School Music.
(3)
Dalby, Giebelhausen
An examination of the role of music in secondary schools. Topics include curricula, teaching methodology, classroom management, measurement and evaluation, and music technology. Includes a required off-campus school teaching lab component.
Prerequisite: 346.
{Spring}
MUSE *455.
Teaching Reading in the Music Classroom.
(3)
Hoffman
Developing competencies in teaching strategies for music teachers; establishing a theoretical framework for exploring approaches to reading/language development in the music classroom. Emphasis on teaching activities, specialized skills, learning content through reading of primary/secondary sources.
Prerequisite: 346 and *446.
{Fall, Spring; even-numbered years}
MUSE 461.
Student Teaching in the Secondary Schools.
(3-6, no limit Δ)
Dalby, Carlow, A. Sheinberg
Student must have completed preliminary requirements as stated in the Department of Music Undergraduate Handbook in order to enroll.
Prerequisite: (313 or 315) and *455 and APMS 491 and MUS 214 and MUS 236 and MUS 252 and MUS 252L and MUS 361 and MUS 362.
Corequisite: 400.
{Fall, Spring}
MUSE 477 / 577.
Music Education and Diversity.
(3)
Carlow
Prepares music education students to work in schools with linguistically, culturally, physically and developmentally diverse student populations. Teaching materials selected will primarily represent non-traditional (western) musical cultures. Student must have passed the MEAR exam.
{Fall}
MUSE 529 / 429.
Workshop.
(1-4, no limit Δ)
Intensive study of a particular topic related to the field of Music Education. See degree restrictions for the Master of Music concentration in Music Education.
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in Music Education is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing the Master of Music concentration in Music Education, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Summer}
MUSE 532.
Introduction to Research in Music Education.
(3)
Dalby
Interpretation and critical analysis of recent research. Techniques and procedures for writing research proposals, reports and theses, along with instruction that will enable students to understand and evaluate research in music education.
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in Music Education is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing the Master of Music concentration in Music Education, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Every third Summer and every third Spring}
MUSE 534.
Seminar in Music Education.
(3)
Dalby
An in-depth study of important issues facing contemporary music education. A variety of significant trends, methodologies and movements will be investigated.
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in Music Education is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing the Master of Music concentration in Music Education, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Every third Summer and every third Spring}
MUSE 538 / 438.
Selected Topics in Music Education.
(3, no limit Δ)
Carlow, Dalby, Giebelhausen
This course allows permanent or visiting faculty to focus a course structured around their expertise or research activities.
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in Music Education is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing the Master of Music concentration in Music Education, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Offered upon demand}
MUSE 550.
Philosophy of Music Education.
(3)
Dalby
An examination of relevant topics and issues in music education philosophy, aesthetics and history.
Enrollment in a graduate degree program in Music Education is strongly recommended. If the student is not pursuing the Master of Music concentration in Music Education, enrollment will require instructor’s approval.
{Every third Summer and every third Spring}
MUSE 551.
Graduate Problems.
(1-3 to a maximum of 12 Δ)
Independent study in the field of music education. Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music is strongly recommended.
Restriction: approval of Department of Music Graduate Committee.
{Summer, Fall, Spring}
MUSE 577 / 477.
Music Education and Diversity.
(3)
Carlow
Prepares music education students to work in schools with linguistically, culturally, physically and developmentally diverse student populations. Teaching materials selected will primarily represent non-traditional (western) musical cultures. Student must have passed the MEAR exam.
{Fall}
MUSE 585.
Technology for Music Education.
(3)
Giebelhausen
This course explores the broad dimensions of technology as they affect the lives of teachers and students in music education. The course is a mix of theoretical ideas and practical projects.
{Fall, alternate years}
MUSE 590.
Graduate Teaching Internship in Music Education.
(2)
Students will be placed in a graduate teaching internship that will involve working with a cooperating teacher in a K-12 music setting. This internship will highlight a particular teaching style, pedagogy, or methodology.
Open only to students pursuing the Master of Music concentration in Music Education.
Restriction: permission of instructor.
{Fall, Spring}
MUSE 598.
Music Education Project.
(1-4)
Carlow, Dalby, Giebelhausen
A substantial investigation typically involving curriculum or program development and applying theory to practice in the music classroom. A formal research proposal is required, and formal academic writing adhering to current APA standards.
Open only to students pursuing the Master of Music concentration in Music Education.
{Summer, Fall, Spring}
MUSE 599.
Master's Thesis.
(1-6, no limit Δ)
Carlow, Dalby, Giebelhausen
Collection and analysis of data to answer a research question. Formal research proposal required, and formal academic writing adhering to APA standards. If human subjects are involved, IRB approval required prior to data collection.
Open only to students pursuing the Master of Music concentration in Music Education.
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
{Summer, Fall, Spring}