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typical forms from Western tonal music and also contemporary styles. It also serves to instruct students in higher
level forms of analysis.
Prerequisite: MMM 270
Course is offered: Uncertain
MMM 360
BASIC CONDUCTING
2
The student will discuss the basics of the conductor’s art including philosophy, history, responsibility, and
privileges. Score study skills, basic beat patterns and usage, ear training, and selection of appropriate tempo will
be developed. Comprehension of foreign terms, analysis of text for musical meaning, leadership development,
rehearsal techniques, and stage presence will be demonstrated.
Prerequisite: MMM 270
Liberal Arts: Fine/Performing Arts
Course is offered: FA Every Year
MMM 361
ADVANCED CHORAL CONDUCTING
2
The scope of this course extends beyond basic skills to include choral foundations, transpositions, balance,
interpretive leadership, rehearsal technique, and stage presence. Laban method and Focal Point conducting will
be emphasized.
Prerequisite: MMM 360
Course is offered: WI Every Year
MMM 362
ADVANCED INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING
2
The scope of this course extends beyond basic skills to include instrumental foundations, transpositions, balance,
interpretive leadership, rehearsal technique, and stage presence.
Prerequisite: MMM 360
Course is offered: WI Every Year
MMM 363
MARCHING TECHNIQUES
2
This course prepares K-12 teacher candidates for the rigors of developing a high school marching band program.
Students will learn about various topics such as drill writing, arranging for the marching band, marching show
design, planning successful band trips, teaching marching fundamentals, and other relevant topics. Students will
also receive training on Pyware 3D, the standard program for writing marching drill. Each student will design a
complete marching band show for their final project.
Prerequisite: MMM 356
Course fee: $50
Course is offered: Uncertain
MMM 380
RECITAL (JUNIOR YEAR)
Prerequisite: MMM 340
Course is offered: FA and WI Every Year
2
MMM 440
APPLIED LESSONS (7 TH Session)
Prerequisite: MMM 350
Course is offered: FA and WI Every Year 1-2
MMM 450
APPLIED LESSONS (8 TH Session)
Prerequisite: MMM 440
Course is offered: FA and WI Every Year 1-2
MMM 480
RECITAL (SENIOR YEAR)
Prerequisite: MMM 440
Course is offered: FA and WI Every Year
2
COURSES IN APPLIED MUSIC: INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTION – VARIABLE CREDIT HOURS 1-2
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