Undergraduate Program

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: MUSC 2510.

{Fall, Spring}

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}

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: MUSC 2511.

{Fall, Spring}

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}

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}

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}

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}

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}

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}

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}

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}

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: admitted to M.Mu. Music.

{Fall, Spring}

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 credit hours of 501.

Restriction: admitted to M.Mu. Music.

{Fall, Spring}

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}

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: admitted to M.Mu. Music.

{Fall, Spring}

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: admitted to M.Mu. Music.

{Fall, Spring}

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 credit hours allowed in a given instrument (including voice) or area of concentration.

Enrollment requires instructor's approval.

Prerequisite: 502 or MUS 572.

Restriction: admitted to M.Mu. Music.

{Fall, Spring}

Staff

Open to beginners in voice except voice performance majors. May be repeated for credit with permission of department chairperson (or dean). (V)

Staff

May be repeated for credit with permission of department chairperson (or dean). (V)

Prerequisite: 109.

Dalager.

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}

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}

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}

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}

Fredenburgh.

For non-music majors, or as secondary instrumental study for music majors. Cannot satisfy degree requirements for music majors. May be repeated for credit with permission of department chairperson or college dean. (NM)

Restriction: permission of instructor.

{Fall, Spring}

Fredenburgh.

Continuation of 124. For non-majors, or as secondary instrumental study for music majors. Cannot satisfy degree requirements for majors. May be repeated for credit with permission of department chairperson or college dean. (NM)

Prerequisite: 124.

Restriction: permission of instructor.

{Fall, Spring}

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}

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}

Bashwiner, Hurtado, Staff

Fundamentals, part-writing and harmonic analysis: introduction to diatonic theory. (TC)

Corequisite: 150L.

{Fall}

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}

Bashwiner, Hurtado, Staff

Continuation of 150. Further part-writing using diatonic materials; modulation and tonicization. (TC)

Prerequisite: 150 and 150L.

Corequisite: 152L.

{Spring}

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}

Dalager.

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}

Dalager.

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}

Dalager.

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}

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}

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}

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}

J. Marchiando.

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}

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}

(Also offered as MUSE 239)

Rombach, Simons.

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 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

Bashwiner, Hurtado

Continuation of 152. Introduction to chromaticism and modulation to remote key areas. (TC)

Prerequisite: 152 and 152L.

Corequisite: 250L.

{Fall}

Continuation of 152L. Advanced singing and dictation correlated with the materials in 250. (TC)

Prerequisite: 152 and 152L.

Corequisite: 250.

{Fall}

Bashwiner, Hurtado

Continuation of 250. Continuation of chromatic harmony and analysis. (TC)

Prerequisite: 250 and 250L.

Corequisite: 252L.

{Spring}

Continuation of 250L. Advanced ear-training, mastering chromatic melodies and clefs. (TC)

Prerequisite: 250 and 250L. 

Corequisite: 252.

{Spring}

Obermueller.

Beginning compositional techniques, introducing 20th-century harmony. (TC)

Prerequisite: MUSC 2140.

{Fall}

Obermueller

Beginning compositional techniques, introducing 20th-century harmony. Continuation of 305. (TC)

Prerequisite: 305.

{Spring}

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}

(Also offered as FDMA 311)

Barlow.

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}

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}

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}

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}

(Also offered as MUSE 332)

Conducted string chamber orchestra of violins (1st and 2nd), violas, cellos and string basses. Repertory from pre-baroque through present. Open to all university students and community members by audition. Contact instructor for audition requirements. (E)

Maximum of 8 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

(Also offered as MUSE 333)

Pérez-Gómez.

Study and public performance of symphonic literature. Auditions required. (E)

Maximum of 8 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

Buckholz, 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}

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}

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}

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}

(Also offered as MUSE 340)

Simons.

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. (E)

Maximum of 8 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

(Also offered as MUSE 341)

Rombach, Simons.

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 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

(Also offered as MUSE 342)

Carlow.

An intermediate choral ensemble that sings a broad range of repertoire in different languages. Voice placement required, but open to all students. Music Education majors register for MUSE 342. (E)

Maximum of 8 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

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}

(Also offered as MUSE 344)

A select women's chorus that performs masterpieces of the treble voice repertoire both a cappella and with various instrumental ensembles. Audition required, but open to all students. Music Education majors register for MUSE 344. (E)

Maximum of 8 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

(Also offered as MUSE 345)

Elite sixteen-voice ensemble (SATB) made up of primarily vocal performance and vocal music education majors who perform challenging repertoire spanning six centuries. Audition required in the fall for placement into the ensemble for the year. (E)

Maximum of 8 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

(Also offered as MUSE 348)

Staff.

A highly select SATB ensemble of approximately 40 singers, specializing in choral literature from all periods. Voice placement required, but open to all students. Music Education majors register for MUSE 348. (E)

Maximum of 8 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

Restriction: junior or senior standing.

{Fall, Spring, Summer}

Hinterbichler

Forms, styles, schools, principal composers and representative masterworks from antiquity through Baroque. (HL)

Prerequisite: 152.

{Fall}

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}

Staff.

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}

Pérez-Gómez

Instrumental conducting techniques, score reading, interpretation. (C)

Prerequisite: 363.

{Spring}

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. Student must have completed 4 hours of 270 and 2 hours of 270L to enroll. (P)

Corequisite: 370L.

Restriction: permission of instructor.

{Fall, Spring}

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}

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}

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)

Restriction: junior or senior standing.

{Spring}

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}

Geist

Introduction to modern studio recording techniques. (T)

{Fall}

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}

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}

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}

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}

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}

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}

(Also offered as FDMA 412)

Barlow.

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}

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}

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}

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}

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}

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}

May be repeated for credit, no limit as long as subject matter varies. Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.

{Offered upon demand}

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}

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}

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}

Alonso-Minutti.

A contextual exploration of a wide variety of music traditions conceived and/or perceived as experimental from across the American continent. For music majors; open to non-music majors with instructor's approval. (EM, HL)

Prerequisite: 361 and 362.

Restriction: admitted to B.A. Music or B.M. Music or B.M.E. Music Education.

{Spring}

(Also offered as ANTH 445 / 545)

Jacobsen.

Investigation of country music from an anthropological and ethnomusicological perspective, utilizing recordings and live performances to put scholarship on country music into conversation with social theory and literature on social class, gender, space/place, racial identities. (EM)

{Spring}

Alonso-Minutti.

A contextual exploration of music traditions from Mexico and Mexican communities across the United States. Concentration is placed on indigenous, folk, popular, and art music traditions from historical, socio-cultural, and aesthetic perspectives. (EM, HL).

{Fall}

(Also offered as ANTH 448/548)

Jacobsen.

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)

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}

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}

(Also offered as AMST 468, ANTH 468/568, THEA 468/568)

Examination of contemporary Diné (Navajo) politics and art (music, Navajo language, photography, dance, radio, filmmaking, comedy, weaving, poetry). Weekly guest speakers, readings from ethnomusicology, anthropology, critical indigenous studies. Includes overnight field trip to Navajo Nation. (EM)

{Fall}

Kempter, Collins

Continued exploration of pedagogical approaches; overview of literature and études; Suzuki Books 7 and 8. Student must have completed 4 hours of MUS 370 and 2 hours of MUS 370L to enroll. (P)

Corequisite: 470L.

Restriction: permission of instructor.

{Fall, Spring}

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. Students must have completed 4 hours of 370 and 2 hours of 370L to enroll. (P)

Corequisite: 470.

Restriction: permission of instructor.

{Fall, Spring}

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.

Geist

An introductory examination of the process of gathering, processing and editing sound on a digital audio work station. (T)

{Spring}

(Also offered as ARTH, DANC, THEA 487 / 587; FDMA *487)

Analyzes major instances of interdisciplinary influence and collaboration in the present day. (I)

Restriction: permission of instructor.

Open to seniors approved by the departmental honors committee. (TH)

{Summer, Fall, Spring}

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}

Hermann

Analysis and writing in the style of the 16th century. (TC)

{Spring, alternate years}

Hermann

Analysis and writing in the style of the 18th century. (TC)

{Spring, alternate years}

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}

(Also offered as FDMA 311)

Barlow.

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}

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}

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}

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}

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}

Explores in detail the fundamentals of both the tonal and the dodecaphonic systems, and at the same time, sets the basics for the understanding of the different compositional strategies that composers used after 1950.

Restriction: admitted to M.Mu. Music or GCERT Music Performance.

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}

This course develops students' ability to bring aural understanding to the music they listen to, perform, read, and write. Students will identify and address gaps in their aural training, and extend and refine their skills.

Restriction: admitted to M.Mu. Music.

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}

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}

An exploration of western music history from the middle ages to the present, concentrating on a few essential composers, repertoire, and concepts. Students will be asked to apply material for their graduate study.

Restriction: admitted to M.Mu. Music or GCERT Music Performance.

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}

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}

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}

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}

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}

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}

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}

Alonso-Minutti.

A contextual exploration of a wide variety of music traditions conceived and/or perceived as experimental from across the American continent. For music majors; open to non-music majors with instructor's approval. (EM, HL)

Restriction: admitted to M.Mu. Music.

{Spring}

(Also offered as ANTH 545 / 445)

Jacobsen.

Investigation of country music from an anthropological and ethnomusicological perspective, utilizing recordings and live performances to put scholarship on country music into conversation with social theory and literature on social class, gender, space/place, racial identities. (EM)

{Spring}

Alonso-Minutti.

A contextual exploration of music traditions from Mexico and Mexican communities across the United States. Concentration is placed on indigenous, folk, popular, and art music traditions from historical, socio-cultural, and aesthetic perspectives. (EM, HL).

{Fall}

(Also offered as ANTH 448/548)

Jacobsen.

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: permission of instructor.

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}

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}

C. Sheinberg.

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}

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}

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}

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}

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}

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}

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}

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}

(Also offered as AMST 468, ANTH 568/468, THEA 568/468)

Examination of contemporary Diné (Navajo) politics and art (music, Navajo language, photography, dance, radio, filmmaking, comedy, weaving, poetry). Weekly guest speakers, readings from ethnomusicology, anthropology, critical indigenous studies. Includes overnight field trip to Navajo Nation. (EM)

{Fall}

Pérez-Gómez, Rombach, Staff.

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}

Pérez-Gómez, Rombach, Staff.

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}

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}

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}

(Also offered as ARTH 584; FDMA *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)

(Also offered as ARTH, DANC, THEA 587 / 487; FDMA *487)

Analyzes major instances of interdisciplinary influence and collaboration in the present day. (I)

{Spring}

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}

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}

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}

Enrollment requires instructor’s approval. (TH)

Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

Restriction: admitted to M.Mu. Music.

{Summer, Fall, Spring}

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: MUSC 1410.

{Fall, alternate years}

Staff.

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: MUSC 1410.

{Spring, alternate years}

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}

(Also offered as MUS 239)

Rombach, Simons.

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 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

Carlow.

Administration, organization, literature, teaching and conducting techniques appropriate for public school choral programs.

Prerequisite: 346 and 363.

Corequisite: 216.

{Spring, alternate years}

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.

Corequisite: 216.

{Fall}

Kostur.

Teaching the jazz ensemble, including style and harmony, methods, literature, organization and administration appropriate for school jazz programs.

Prerequisite: MUSC 1410.

{Fall, alternate years}

(Also offered as MUS 332)

Conducted string chamber orchestra of violins (1st and 2nd), violas, cellos and string basses. Repertory from pre-baroque through present. Open to all university students and community members by audition. Contact instructor for audition requirements.

Maximum of 8 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

(Also offered as MUS 333)

Pérez-Gómez.

Study and public performance of symphonic literature. Auditions required. 

Maximum of 8 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

(Also offered as MUS 340)

Simons.

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. (E)

Maximum of 8 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

(Also offered as MUS 341)

Rombach, Simons.

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 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

(Also offered as MUS 342)

Carlow.

An intermediate choral ensemble that sings a broad range of repertoire in different languages. Voice placement required, but open to all students. Non-Music Education majors register for MUS 342. (E)

Maximum of 8 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

(Also offered as MUS 344)

A select women's chorus that performs masterpieces of the treble voice repertoire both a cappella and with various instrumental ensembles. Audition required, but open to all students. Non-Music Education majors register for MUS 344.

Maximum of 8 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

(Also offered as MUS 345)

Elite sixteen-voice ensemble (SATB) made up of primarily vocal performance and vocal music education majors who perform challenging repertoire spanning six centuries. Audition required in the fall for placement into the ensemble for the year.

Maximum of 8 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

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: 357.

{Fall}

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}

(Also offered as MUS 348)

Staff.

A highly select SATB ensemble of approximately 40 singers, specializing in choral literature from all periods. Voice placement required, but open to all students. Non-Music Education majors register for MUS 348. (E)

Maximum of 8 credit hours allowed toward degrees in the College of Fine Arts, in the College of Education, and in the B.A. Liberal Arts and B.I.S.I. degrees; maximum of 4 credit hours allowed towards degrees in other colleges.

{Fall, Spring}

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: MUSC 1890.

{Spring}

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}

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.

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}

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: MUSC 1890.

{Fall, alternate years}

Intensive study of a particular topic related to the field of Music Education.

{Summer}

Carlow, Giebelhausen, Staff.

This course allows permanent or visiting faculty to focus a course structured around their expertise or research activities.

{Offered upon demand}

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: MUSC 1890.

{Spring, alternate years}

Giebelhausen, Staff.

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}

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}

Carlow, A. Sheinberg, Staff.

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}

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.

Prerequisite: 346.

{Fall}

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}

Staff.

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}

Giebelhausen, Staff.

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}

Carlow, Giebelhausen, Staff.

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}

Carlow, Staff.

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}

Independent study in the field of music education. Enrollment in a graduate degree program in music is strongly recommended.

Restriction: permission of Department of Music Graduate Committee.

{Summer, Fall, Spring}

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.

Prerequisite: 346.

{Fall}

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}

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}

Carlow, Giebelhausen, Staff.

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}

Carlow, Giebelhausen, Staff.

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}

E. Lau, Tatum.

This course explores the ideas of music in society and its cultural relevance and is designed to increase the students’ appreciation of music as well as to enhance their listening skills. Students are introduced to various periods, styles, and composers of music and become acquainted with knowledge and appreciation of jazz from various cultures and times. (NM)

Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 5: Humanities.

{Summer, Fall, Spring}

Kostur.

This course explores the ideas of music in society and its cultural relevance and is designed to increase the students’ appreciation of music as well as to enhance their listening skills. Students are introduced to various periods, styles, and composers of music and become acquainted with knowledge and appreciation of rock and roll music from various cultures and times. (NM)

Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 7: Arts and Design.

{Summer, Fall, Spring}

J. Lau, Swalin, Staff.

This course explores the ideas of music in society and its cultural relevance and is designed to increase the students’ appreciation of music as well as to enhance their listening skills. Students are introduced to various periods, styles, and composers of music and become acquainted with knowledge and appreciation of Western music from various cultures and times. (NM)

Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 7: Arts and Design.

{Summer, Fall, Spring}

Ney.

This course explores the ideas of music in society and its cultural relevance and is designed to increase the students’ appreciation of music as well as to enhance their listening skills. Students are introduced to various periods, styles, and composers of music and become acquainted with knowledge and appreciation of World music from various cultures and times. (NM)

{Summer, Fall, Spring}

Staff.

A beginning course in the fundamentals of music, this course includes notation, scales, key signatures and intervals. Aural comprehension is introduced through singing intervals, scales and triads and dictating simple rhythmic and melodic patterns and students explore the basic components of music. (NM)

{Fall, Spring}

Dalager.

This course will include instruction for non-music majors in beginning keyboarding skills. Students will develop their keyboard skills through practice and study of fundamentals. (NM)

{Summer, Fall, Spring}

This course is for music students to attend and participate in a good number of convocation, concert, and recital performances, creating a wider appreciation for the performing arts. Attendance at a specified number of approved music performances is required. (HL)

Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

{Fall, Spring}

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: 1370L.

{Fall, Spring}

Collins, Kempter.

Group Lessons: New Interns are required to observe one class, and teach in another. Their first lessons are “mini” lessons, lasting 5 minutes or longer, on a single topic. By the end of the second semester, they are expected to teach the full lesson. All incoming Interns have a Mentor Intern, who is a more experienced student. A “beginning” rubric, designed exclusively for new interns outline criteria upon which they will be assessed and graded. The rubric also shows weekly progress during the semester. Each Intern receives a semester summary from his/her class Coordinator [an experienced teacher who oversees each class]. All interns participate in planning and executing weekly recitals, special events, practice game, sharing concerts and the annual Gala Concert. Private Lessons: Interns record three consecutive lessons with one student, and meet with Pedagogy Faculty, during the semester for a Video Assessment, where the lessons are observed and critiqued. Course fee required. (P)

Corequisite: 1370.

{Fall, Spring}

Carlow, Giebelhausen, Staff.

This course is an overview of teaching in the music classroom through readings and observations. Students will be introduced to the skills needed to become a reflective educator, develop observation techniques, and demonstrate knowledge of the current state of the profession.

{Fall}

Applied courses for performance concentration. Enrollment requires audition and instructor’s approval.

{Fall, Spring}

Applied courses for non-performance concentration. Enrollment requires audition and instructor’s approval.

{Fall, Spring}

Applied courses for non-majors. Enrollment requires audition and instructor’s approval.

{Fall, Spring}

Applied courses for basic applied skills. Enrollment requires audition and instructor’s approval.

{Fall, Spring}

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}

Giebelhausen, Staff.

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: 1410.

{Spring}

Staff.

This course is an exploration of major ensembles, allowing students to develop their abilities with their instruments in a group setting. Students will gain a broader understanding of major ensemble through study of musical history, as well as various practice exercises and performances.

{Fall, Spring}

Gilbert.

This course helps students develop techniques for composing notated music through creative projects and compositions. Readings and discussions about developing a personal style are augmented by a broad array of listenings. (TC)

Prerequisite: 150 and 150L.

{Spring}

C. Sheinberg.

This course is designed to prepare students for singing in multiple languages using concepts of the International Phonetic Alphabet. Students will work to master the basics of phonetic singing to improve their overall musical abilities. (V)

Restriction: pre-admitted or admitted to B.A. Music or B.M. Music or B.M.E. Music Education.

{Fall}

C. Sheinberg.

This course serves as a continuing study in the concepts of the International Phonetic Alphabet. Students will continue to improve and practice their diction to develop their singing and musical abilities in order to begin the mastery of lyric diction. (V)

Prerequisite: 2210.

Restriction: pre-admitted or admitted to B.A. Music or B.M. Music or B.M.E. Music Education.

{Spring}

Collins, Kempter.

Private lessons for majors. Required of all music majors. One half hour lesson per week for one credit. One-hour lesson per week for two credits. One-hour lesson plus a seminar per week or equivalent for three credits. Music majors must attend a one-hour weekly studio class. (P)

Student must have completed 4 credit hours of 1370 and 2 credit hours of 1370L to enroll.

Restriction: permission of instructor.

Corequisite: 2370L.

{Fall, Spring}

Collins, Kempter.

Teaching in the second year will include applying strategies to engage older students and peer groups in making classroom and musical decisions. Rules for creating lesson plans will be more flexible. Video assessments will focus more on teaching outcomes than on the Intern’s demeanor, pacing, etc. Strategies in teaching music literacy will be part of their experience. (P)

Student must have completed 4 credit hours of 1370 and 2 credit hours of 1370L to enroll.

Corequisite: 2370.

Restriction: permission of instructor.

{Fall, Spring}

Otero.

An introductory or refresher course for current or future elementary classroom teachers. Musical experiences which relate to all age groups at the elementary level will be covered, including students with special needs.

{Fall, Spring}

Applied courses for performance concentration. Enrollment requires instructor’s approval. 

Prerequisite: 1510.

{Fall, Spring}

Applied courses for non-performance concentration. Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.

Prerequisite: 1511.

{Fall, Spring}

Applied courses for non-majors. Enrollment requires instructor’s approval.

Prerequisite: 1512.

{Fall, Spring}