Department of Music

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Music 2049 Buchanan Center for the
Performing Arts, (307) 766-5242
FAX: (307) 766-5326
Web site: www.uwyo.edu/music
Department Head: Ben Markley

Professors:

THERESA L. BOGARD, B.M. University of Colorado 1983; M.M. Eastman School of Music 1985; D.M.A. University of Colorado 1990; Professor of Music 2004, 1992. Keyboard, Keyboard Area Coordinator, Piano.

JOHN FADIAL, B.M. North Carolina School of the Arts 1987; M.M. Eastman School of Music 1989; D.M.A. University of Maryland 1995; Professor of Music 2015, 2008. Violin.

MICHAEL GRIFFITH, B.M.E. Michigan State University 1973; M.M. 1975; D.M.A. University of Colorado 1994; Professor of Music 2001, 1989. Conducting, Woodwinds.

J. SCOTT TURPEN, B.M.E. Boise State University 1994; M.M. University of Georgia 1996; D.M.A. 1999; Professor of Music 2012, 2001. Saxophone.

BLAKE MCGEE, B.M. University of Minnesota 2001; M.M. 2004; D.M.A. University of Oregon 2008; Associate Professor of Music 2016, 2010. Clarinet, Musicology.

BETH VANDERBORGH, B.M. Manhattan School of Music 1988; M.M. Eastman School of Music 1990; D.M.A. University of Maryland 1995; Associate Professor of Music 2014, 2008. Cello, Graduate Coordinator.

Associate Professors:

CRYSTAL SIEGER, B.M. Ohio State University 1992; M.M. University of Arizona 1994; Ph.D. 2012; Assistant Professor of Music 2014. Music Education.

BEN MARKLEY, B.M. Fort Hays State University 2005; M.A. New York University 2007; D.M.A. University of Colorado Boulder 2010; Assistant Professor of Music 2016. Jazz Studies.

TIGER ROBISON, B.M.E. University of Hartford 2005; M.S. Central Connecticut State University 2012; Ph.D. University of Hartford 2016; Assistant Professor of Music 2017. Music Education.

Assistant Professors:

JOSEPH CARVER, B.M.E. 2007 Ohio University; M.M. 2014 Ohio University; Ph.D. 2019 The Ohio State University. Associate Director of Bands.

BRIAN MURRAY, B.M. University of North Texas 2010; MME, Florida State University 2015; DMA, University of North Texas 2020. Assistant Professor of Music 2020. Choral Music Education.

DAVID WHARTON, B.M. Oberlin Conservatory 2009, M.M. Yale School of Music 2011, D.M.A. University of Connecticut 2019. Assistant Professor of Music 2020. Trumpet.

ANDREW WHEELOCK, B.M.E. Central Michigan University 2013; M.M. University of Illinois 2015; D.M.A. 2018. Assistant Professor of Music 2018. Percussion.

Academic Professional Lecturers:

JENNIFER TURPEN, B.M.E. SUNY-Potsdam 1996; M.M. University of Georgia 2000; D.M.A. 2000; Academic Professional Lecturer, Senior 2017, 2003. Theory, Saxophone.

ERIK ERLANDSON, B.M. DePauw University 2013; M.M. Louisiana State University 2015; D.M.A. University of Colorado Boulder 2020. Academic Professional Lecturer 2019. Choral.

Lecturers:

Will Flagg, O’Neil Jones, Nicole Riner, Magdalena Wór.

Part-time Lecturers:

Courtney Bress, Ryan Fourt, Alan Harvey, Alla Latchininsky, Kaori Uno-Jack, Seth Lewis, David Mesquitic, Susan Fritts, Greg Strampe, Heath Walton, Dan Watt, Brittany Bonner

Professors Emeriti:

Katrina Zook, Robert Belser, Steve Barnhart, David Brinkman, Gordon Childs, Julia Combs, Rodney Garnett, Frederick Gersten, Brian Hanly, Larry Hensel, Edgar Lewis, Kathleen McKeage, William Stacy, Carlyle Weiss

The Department of Music offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs which combine scholarship with performance, theory with practice and the academic with the creative. It also provides an opportunity for the study and performance of music by university students who are not majors in music. By giving concerts, workshops and lectures throughout the state of Wyoming through the Fine Arts Outreach Program, the music department serves as a musical resource for the entire state. The music department is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.

Procedures and requirements are listed in the music department Student Handbook which is available online at www.uwyo.edu/music/forms/index.html. The music department Student Handbook and the University Catalog are binding documents for the degree programs listed below. Students must receive a “C” or better in all courses designated MUSC to satisfy department requirements. The foreign language requirement for the Bachelor of Music in Performance Vocal Emphasis degree may be satisfied with a “C” or better in all courses. A student’s transfer courses must meet all of these requirements to be accepted for credit.

An audition is required to become a Music major or minor. The 3 Steps to Becoming a Music Major are:

1. Apply for admission to the University of Wyoming (www.uwyo.edu/admissions/).
2. Audition for admittance as a Music major and for Music scholarships. Audition and scholarship information may be found at www.uwyo.edu/music. All Music majors and minors MUST audition to be admitted to the Music program.
3. Perform at an acceptable level, and you are in!

Degrees

Bachelor of Arts (with major in music): A program designed for the student who desires a broadly-based liberal arts program.

Bachelor of Music Performance: A fouryear course of study designed for students who wish to prepare for a professional career as performer and applied teacher.

Bachelor of Music Education: A fouryear course of study for the student who wishes to prepare for a career as a teacher of music in elementary or secondary schools in the instrumental, vocal, and general music fields.

Certificates

Music Entrepreneurship Certificate: The certificate provides a basic understanding of music marketing principles and practical hands-on experience that allows one to enter the workforce with a marketable skill set in the areas of arts promotion and management. A certificate may be pursued on its own or in conjunction with any university degree program. https://www.uwyo.edu/music/certificates/music_entrep_index.html

Audio Technology Certificate: The certificate provides a basic understanding of audio principles and practical hands-on experience that allows one to enter the commercial music workforce with a marketable skill set. Students will learn how to record and manipulate recorded sounds as well as provide live sound reinforcement for live concerts or events. Certificate may be pursued on its own or in conjunction with any university degree program.

Performer’s (post-baccalaureate) Certificate

A non-degree course of study for the student seeking to improve professional performance skills. The program consists of a total of 30 credit hours from applied lessons, ensembles and electives to be selected in consultation with the major adviser. Prerequisites are demonstrated evidence of advanced performance proficiency through a live or recorded audition, undergraduate degree in music, and admission to the university.

Music for Other Students

Music as an elective subject. Students from other departments of the university may, with consent of their adviser and applied instructor, elect private or class lessons in applied music (with or without previous training) and may enroll in any theory, music literature or activity course for which they are qualified. See the music department Student Handbook for requirements for a minor in music.

Organizations. Performance organizations include the Happy Jacks, Marching Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Collegiate Chorale, Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Singing Statesmen, Bel Canto, Women’s Choir, and Opera Theatre. Other groups are brass, woodwind, string, percussion and piano ensembles, Vocal Jazz, Civic Chorus and Jazz Ensemble. Membership is open to qualified students in all colleges and departments of the university. Each year, in addition to frequent appearances on the campus, several of these organizations and groups tour the region.

Music Fees

For Individual Instruction:

For Music 4510, 4520, 4530, 4540, 4550 and 4560 (courses taken in the form of private lessons) a fee of $85.00 is assessed each semester.

Practice Rooms:

Undergraduate Study

Learning Outcomes

Bachelor of Arts in Music

All music majors must successfully complete MUSC 0200 Convocation (0 credit, S/U) each semester in residence and must enroll in lessons and one major ensemble per semester. Each ensemble course is deemed to be a unique course even though the course number is not unique. To fulfill this degree requirement students will be expected to enroll in ensembles at the lower and upper divisions a minimum of four times with a career maximum of 8. Consult your advisor and the Music Handbook for specific information.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the UW Department of Music will develop the skills, concepts, and sensitivities essential to the professional life of a musician (NASM Handbook, p. 85).

At the completion of the Bachelor of Arts degree in Music, students will be able to: (1) demonstrate a level of competence as solo and ensemble performers appropriate for a musician educated in the liberal arts, (2) demonstrate specific knowledge in music theory, music history, and general studies appropriate for their professional goals, and (3) demonstrate the ability to think, speak, and write clearly and effectively about the art of music.

FRESHMAN YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1030…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1035 …………………………………………..1

MUSC 1290…………………………………………..1

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam at any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 2000-level Applied Lessons II………..1

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP COM1 Course …………………………………….3

USP FYS Course ………………………………………..3

USP H Course ……………………………………………3

FRESHMAN YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1003…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1040…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1045…………………………………………..1

MUSC 1295…………………………………………..1

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam at any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 2000-level Applied Lessons II………..1

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP Q Course ……………………………………………3

USP H Course ……………………………………………3

SOPHOMORE YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 2030…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2035…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2050…………………………………………..3

MUSC 3000-level Applied Lessons III………1

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP V Course ……………………………………………3

USP PN Course ………………………………………….3

SOPHOMORE YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 2055…………………………………………..3

MUSC 3255…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3000-level Applied Lessons III………1

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP PN Course ………………………………………….3

USP COM2 Course…………………………………….3

Elective ……………………………………………3

JUNIOR YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4070…………………………………………..3

Upper division MUSC electives………………….6

MUSC 4000-level Applied Lessons IV………1

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

A&S Core Diversity in the U.S. Course ……..3

Elective ……………………………………………3

JUNIOR YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4000-level Applied Lessons IV………1

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

A&S Core Global Awareness Course …………3

Upper division MUSC elective*………………….3

Electives ……………………………………………6

SENIOR YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 5000-level Applied Lessons V………..1

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP COM3 Course…………………………………….3

Upper division MUSC elective……………………3

Electives ……………………………………………6

SENIOR YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 5000-level Applied Lessons V………..1

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

Upper division MUSC electives*………………..6

Electives ……………………………………………6

Degree Total 120

*Upper Division MUSC Electives: See complete list in Undergraduate Music Handbook.

University and College Requirements

In addition to the major requirements listed above, students must complete all university and College of Arts and Sciences requirements listed elsewhere in this Catalog. A minimum of 42 hours of the total degree must be at the junior/senior level. Check with your adviser about music courses which fulfill University Studies Program requirements.

Bachelor of Music in Performance

All music majors must successfully complete MUSC 0200 Convocation (0 credit, S/U) each semester in residence and must enroll in lessons and one major ensemble per semester. Each ensemble course is deemed to be a unique course even though the course number is not unique. To fulfill this degree requirements students will be expected to enroll in ensembles at the lower and upper divisions a minimum of four times with a career maximum of 8. All string and vocal emphases must pass the piano proficiency test during their sophomore year. Class Piano 1-4 is highly recommended for those with little piano background. All wind and percussion emphases must pass Class Piano 1-2 with a B or better or may substitute the Piano Literacy exam in their place. Consult your advisor and the Music Handbook for specific information.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the UW Department of Music will develop the skills, concepts, and sensitivities essential to the professional life of a musician (NASM Handbook, p. 85).

At the completion of the Bachelor of Music degree in Performance, students will be able to: (1) demonstrate excellence as solo and ensemble performers to provide a basis for a professional career as a musician, (2) demonstrate specific knowledge in music theory, music history, and instrumental pedagogy to provide a basis for a professional career as a performing musician, and (3) demonstrate the ability to think, speak, and write clearly and effectively about the art of music.

University and College Requirements

In addition to the major requirements listed above, students must complete all university and College of Arts and Sciences requirements listed elsewhere in this Catalog. A minimum of 42 hours of the total degree must be at the junior/senior level. Check with your adviser about music courses which fulfill University Studies Program requirements.

Upper Division Music Electives

Upper division music electives vary per emphasis. Please see the Undergraduate Music Handbook for a full listing.

Winds and Percussion Emphasis:

FRESHMAN YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1030…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1035 …………………………………………..1

MUSC 1290…………………………………………..1

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam at any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 2000-level Applied Lessons II………..2

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP COM1 Course …………………………………….3

USP FYS Course ………………………………………..3

FRESHMAN YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1003…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1040…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1045…………………………………………..1

MUSC 1295…………………………………………..1

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam at any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 2000-level Applied Lessons II………..2

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP Q Course ……………………………………………3

SOPHOMORE YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 2030…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2035…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2050…………………………………………..3

MUSC 3000-level Applied Lessons III………2

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP PN Course ………………………………………….3

A&S Core Global Awareness Course …………3

SOPHOMORE YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 2040…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2045…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2055…………………………………………..3

MUSC 3255…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3000-level Applied Lessons III………2

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP PN Course ………………………………………….3

A&S Core Diversity in the U.S. Course ……..3

JUNIOR YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4070…………………………………………..3

MUSC 4000-level Applied Lessons IV………2

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

Upper division MUSC electives………………….6

USP COM2 Course…………………………………….3

JUNIOR YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3500…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4615…………………………………………..2

MUSC 4000-level Applied Lessons IV………2

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

Upper division MUSC electives………………….6

USP V Course ……………………………………………3

SENIOR YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4040…………………………………………..2

MUSC 5000-level Applied Lessons V………..2

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

Upper division MUSC elective……………………3

USP COM3 Course…………………………………….3

USP H Course ……………………………………………3

Elective ……………………………………………3

SENIOR YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4590…………………………………………..2

MUSC 5000-level Applied Lessons V………..2

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

Upper division MUSC elective……………………3

USP H Course ……………………………………………3

Elective ……………………………………………3

Degree Total 120

String Emphasis:

FRESHMAN YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1030…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1035 …………………………………………..1

MUSC 1290…………………………………………..1

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 2000-level Applied Lessons II………..2

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP COM1 Course …………………………………….3

USP FYS Course ………………………………………..3

USP H Course ……………………………………………3

FRESHMAN YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1003…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1040…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1045…………………………………………..1

MUSC 1295…………………………………………..1

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam at any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 2000-level Applied Lessons II………..2

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP Q Course ……………………………………………3

USP H Course ……………………………………………3

SOPHOMORE YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 2030…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2035…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2290…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2050…………………………………………..3

MUSC 3000-level Applied Lessons III………2

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP PN Course ………………………………………….3

USP V Course ……………………………………………3

SOPHOMORE YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 2040…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2045…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2050…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2295…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2395…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3255…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3000-level Applied Lessons III………2

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP PN Course ………………………………………….3

USP COM2 Course…………………………………….3

JUNIOR YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4070…………………………………………..3

MUSC 4651…………………………………………..2

MUSC 4000-level Applied Lessons IV………2

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

Upper division MUSC electives………………….6

JUNIOR YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3500…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4615…………………………………………..2

MUSC 4000-level Applied Lessons IV………2

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

Upper division MUSC electives………………….3

A&S Core Global Awareness Course …………3

Elective ……………………………………………3

SENIOR YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4040…………………………………………..2

MUSC 5000-level Applied Lessons V………..2

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

Upper division MUSC electives………………….6

USP COM3 Course…………………………………….3

SENIOR YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4590…………………………………………..2

MUSC 5000-level Applied Lessons V………..2

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

Upper division MUSC elective……………………3

A&S Core Diversity in the U.S. Course ……..3

Elective ……………………………………………3

Degree Total 120

Vocal Emphasis:

FRESHMAN YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1030…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1035 …………………………………………..1

MUSC 1290…………………………………………..1

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam at any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 2320…………………………………………..2

MUSC 2270-06……………………………………..2

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP COM1 Course …………………………………….3

USP FYS Course ………………………………………..3

FRESHMAN YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1003…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1040…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1045…………………………………………..1

MUSC 1295…………………………………………..1

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam at any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 2325…………………………………………..2

MUSC 2000-level Applied Lessons II………..2

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP Q Course ……………………………………………3

SOPHOMORE YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 2030…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2035…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2050…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2290…………………………………………..1

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam at any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 3000-level Applied Lessons III………2

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP H Course/Foreign Language ……………..4

SOPHOMORE YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 2040…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2045…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2055…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2295…………………………………………..3

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam at any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 2395…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3255…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3000-level Applied Lessons III………2

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP H Course/Foreign Language ……………..4

JUNIOR YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4070…………………………………………..3

MUSC 4000-level Applied Lessons IV………2

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

Upper division MUSC electives………………….5

USP COM2 Course…………………………………….3

JUNIOR YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3500…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4610 …………………………………………..2

MUSC 4000-level Applied Lessons IV………2

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

Upper division MUSC electives………………….5

UPS V Course ……………………………………………3

SENIOR YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 5000-level Applied Lessons V………..2

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

Upper division MUSC elective……………………3

USP COM3 Course…………………………………….3

USP PN Course ………………………………………….3

A&S Core Diversity in the U.S. Course ……..3

SENIOR YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4590…………………………………………..2

MUSC 5000-level Applied Lessons V………..2

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

Upper division MUSC elective……………………3

USP PN Course ………………………………………….3

A&S Core Global Awareness Course …………3

Degree Total 120

Keyboard Emphasis:

FRESHMAN YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1030…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1035 …………………………………………..1

MUSC 2000-level Applied Lessons II………..2

MUSC 1280…………………………………………..1

USP COM1 Course …………………………………….3

USP FYS Course ………………………………………..3

USP H Course ……………………………………………3

FRESHMAN YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1003…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1040…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1045…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2000-level Applied Lessons II………..2

MUSC 1280…………………………………………..1

USP Q Course ……………………………………………3

USP H Course ……………………………………………3

SOPHOMORE YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 2030…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2035…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2050…………………………………………..3

MUSC 3000-level Applied Lessons III………2

MUSC 1280…………………………………………..1

USP PN Course ………………………………………….3

USP V Course ……………………………………………3

SOPHOMORE YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 2040…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2045…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2055…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2395…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3255…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3000-level Applied Lessons III………2

MUSC 1280…………………………………………..1

USP PN Course ………………………………………….3

USP COM2 Course…………………………………….3

JUNIOR YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4070…………………………………………..3

MUSC 4600…………………………………………..2

MUSC 4000-level Applied Lessons IV………2

MUSC 3280…………………………………………..1

Upper division MUSC electives………………….6

JUNIOR YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3500…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4000-level Applied Lessons IV………2

MUSC 3280…………………………………………..1

Upper division MUSC electives………………….5

A&S Core Global Awareness Course …………3

Elective ……………………………………………3

SENIOR YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4040…………………………………………..2

MUSC 4650…………………………………………..3

MUSC 5000-level Applied Lessons V………..2

MUSC 3280…………………………………………..1

Upper division MUSC elective……………………3

USP COM3 Course…………………………………….3

SENIOR YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4590…………………………………………..2

MUSC 5000-level Applied Lessons V………..2

MUSC 3280…………………………………………..1

Upper division MUSC elective……………………3

A&S Core Diversity in the U.S. Course ……..3

Elective ……………………………………………3

Degree Total 120

Bachelor of Music Education

All music majors must successfully complete MUSC 0200 Convocation (0 credit, S/U) each semester in residence and must enroll in lessons and one major ensemble per semester. Each ensemble course is deemed to be a unique course even though the course number is not unique. To fulfill this degree requirement students will be expected to enroll in ensembles at the lower and upper divisions a minimum of four times with a career maximum of 8. All music majors must pass the piano proficiency test during their sophomore year. Class Piano 1-4 is highly recommended for majors with little piano background. Consult your advisor and the Music Handbook for specific information.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the UW Department of Music will develop the skills, concepts, and sensitivities essential to the professional life of a musician (NASM Handbook, p. 85).

At the completion of the Bachelor of Music Education degree, students will be able to: (1) demonstrate skill as solo and ensemble performers who can work as professional educators, (2) demonstrate specific knowledge in music theory, music history, and instrumental and vocal pedagogy to provide a basis for a professional career as a music educator, (3) demonstrate the ability to think, speak, and write clearly and effectively about the art of music, and (4) demonstrate the pedagogical background and teaching experience to function as effective K-12 music educators.

University and College Requirements

In addition to the major requirements listed below, students must complete all university requirements listed elsewhere in this Catalog. A minimum of 42 hours of the total degree must be at the junior/senior level. Check with your adviser about music courses which fulfill University Studies Program requirements.

Bachelor of Music Education - Brass, Woodwind, & Percussion Emphasis

FRESHMAN YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1030…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1035 …………………………………………..1

MUSC 1290…………………………………………..1

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam at any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 1370…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2000-level Applied Lessons II………..1

USP COM1 Course …………………………………….3

USP FYS Course ………………………………………..3

USP H Course ……………………………………………3

FRESHMAN YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1003…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1025…………………………………………..2

MUSC 1040…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1045…………………………………………..1

MUSC 1295…………………………………………..1

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam at any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 2000-level Applied Lessons II………..1

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP Q Course ……………………………………………3

SOPHOMORE YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1340…………………………………………..1

MUSC 1352 …………………………………………..2

MUSC 1360…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2030…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2035…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2050…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2290…………………………………………..1

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam at any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 3000-level Applied Lessons III………1

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP COM2 Course…………………………………….3

SOPHOMORE YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1312 …………………………………………..2

MUSC 1332…………………………………………..2

MUSC 2040…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2045…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2055…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2295…………………………………………..1

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam at any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 2395…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3255…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3265…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3000-level Applied Lessons III………1

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP V Course ……………………………………………3

JUNIOR YEAR: Fall Hrs.

EDST 2450…………………………………………..3

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1322…………………………………………..2

MUSC 4070…………………………………………..3

MUSC 4455…………………………………………..3

MUSC 4705…………………………………………..1

MUSC 4750…………………………………………..1

MUSC 4000-level Applied Lessons IV………1

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

JUNIOR YEAR: Spring Hrs.

EDEX 2484…………………………………………..3

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4380…………………………………………..2

MUSC 4460…………………………………………..3

MUSC 4620…………………………………………..1

MUSC 4780…………………………………………..2

MUSC 4000-level Applied Lessons IV………1

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP PN Course ………………………………………….3

SENIOR YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3015…………………………………………..3

MUSC 4155 …………………………………………..0

MUSC 4465…………………………………………..3

MUSC 4715 …………………………………………..1

MUSC 5000-level Applied Lessons V………..2

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP PN Course ………………………………………….3

SENIOR YEAR: Spring* Hrs.

MUSC 4700…………………………………………..8

MUSC 4710 …………………………………………..8

*No other coursework may be taken during residency; requires 2.750 UW GPA and 3.000 GPA in major content courses.

Degree Total 121

Bachelor of Music Education - String Emphasis

FRESHMAN YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1030…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1035 …………………………………………..1

MUSC 1290…………………………………………..1

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam at any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 2000-level Applied Lessons II………..1

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP COM1 Course …………………………………….3

USP FYS Course ………………………………………..3

FRESHMAN YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1003…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1025…………………………………………..2

MUSC 1040…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1045…………………………………………..1

MUSC 1295…………………………………………..1

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam at any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 2000-level Applied Lessons II………..1

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP Q Course ……………………………………………3

SOPHOMORE YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1352 …………………………………………..2

MUSC 1340…………………………………………..1

MUSC 1360…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2030…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2035…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2050…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2290…………………………………………..1

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam at any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 3000-level Applied Lessons III………1

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP COM2 Course…………………………………….3

SOPHOMORE YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1312 …………………………………………..2

MUSC 1332…………………………………………..2

MUSC 2040…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2045…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2055…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2295…………………………………………..1

   Passing the Piano Literacy exam at any time will substitute for the Class Piano requirement. See student handbook.

MUSC 2395…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3255…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3265…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3000-level Applied Lessons III………1

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP V Course ……………………………………………3

JUNIOR YEAR: Fall Hrs.

EDST 2450…………………………………………..3

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1322…………………………………………..2

MUSC 4455…………………………………………..3

MUSC 4705…………………………………………..1

MUSC 4070…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1*** Second String Instrument ………1

MUSC 4000-level Applied Lessons IV………1

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

JUNIOR YEAR: Spring Hrs.

EDEX 2484…………………………………………..3

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4460…………………………………………..3

MUSC 4620…………………………………………..1

MUSC 4780…………………………………………..2

MUSC 1*** Second String Instrument ………1

MUSC 4000-level Applied Lessons IV………1

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP PN Course ………………………………………….3

SENIOR YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3015…………………………………………..3

MUSC 4155 …………………………………………..0

MUSC 4715 …………………………………………..1

MUSC 4465…………………………………………..3

MUSC 5000-level Applied Lessons V………..2

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP PN Course ………………………………………….3

USP H Course ……………………………………………3

SENIOR YEAR: Spring* Hrs.

MUSC 4700…………………………………………..8

MUSC 4710 …………………………………………..8

*No other coursework may be taken during residency; requires 2.750 UW GPA and 3.000 GPA in major content courses.

Degree Total 126

Bachelor of Music Education - Vocal Emphasis

FRESHMAN YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1030…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1035 …………………………………………..1

MUSC 1290…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2320…………………………………………..2

MUSC 2270-06……………………………………..1

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP COM1 Course …………………………………….3

USP FYS Course ………………………………………..3

FRESHMAN YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1003…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1025…………………………………………..2

MUSC 1040…………………………………………..3

MUSC 1045…………………………………………..1

MUSC 1295…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2000-level Applied Lessons II………..1

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP Q Course ……………………………………………3

SOPHOMORE YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1340…………………………………………..1

MUSC 1352 …………………………………………..2

MUSC 1360…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2030…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2035…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2050…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2290…………………………………………..1

MUSC 3000-level Applied Lessons III………1

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP COM2 Course…………………………………….3

SOPHOMORE YEAR: Spring Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1312 …………………………………………..2

MUSC 1332…………………………………………..2

MUSC 2040…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2045…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2055…………………………………………..3

MUSC 2295…………………………………………..1

MUSC 2395…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3255…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3265…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3000-level Applied Lessons III………1

A 1000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP V Course ……………………………………………3

JUNIOR YEAR: Fall Hrs.

EDST 2450…………………………………………..3

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 1322…………………………………………..2

MUSC 4455…………………………………………..3

MUSC 4705…………………………………………..1

MUSC 4070…………………………………………..3

MUSC 4000-level Applied Lessons IV………1

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

JUNIOR YEAR: Spring Hrs.

EDEX 2484…………………………………………..3

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 4460…………………………………………..3

MUSC 4620…………………………………………..1

MUSC 4790…………………………………………..2

MUSC 4000-level Applied Lessons IV………1

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP PN Course ………………………………………….3

SENIOR YEAR: Fall Hrs.

MUSC 0200…………………………………………..0

MUSC 3015…………………………………………..3

MUSC 4155 …………………………………………..0

MUSC 4465…………………………………………..3

MUSC 4715 …………………………………………..1

MUSC 5000-level Applied Lessons V………..2

A 3000-level Ensemble……………………………….1

USP PN Course ………………………………………….3

USP H Course ……………………………………………3

SENIOR YEAR: Spring* Hrs.

MUSC 4700…………………………………………..8

MUSC 4710 …………………………………………..8

*No other coursework may be taken during residency; requires 2.750 UW GPA and 3.000 GPA in major content courses.

Degree Total 124

Graduate Study

The Department of Music offers programs leading to the Master of Music in Performance and to the Master of Music Education.

The following prerequisites and credit hours will pertain to individual lessons for all the instruments and voice listed below. All students enrolled in MUSC 5080 through MUSC 5670 levels will be required to take a jury examination at the end of the semester to determine, in part, the final grade. (See current fee schedule for listing of fees in Individual Lessons.)

Program Specific Admission Requirements

In addition to the minimum requirements set forth in this Catalog, the Department of Music requires that applicants for graduate programs submit supplementary documentation of their preparation for advanced study in music.

Those interested in graduate study in music are encouraged to contact the Graduate Studies Coordinator for the Department of Music, Dr. Beth Vanderborgh (bvander@uwyo.edu), or the Area Coordinator for each instrument or voice cited on the Department of Music website (www.uwyo.edu/music/).

In order to apply, please submit the following via the University of Wyoming’s online application system (www.uwyo.edu/admissions/apply.html):

  • three letters of recommendation

  • the Graduate Teaching Assistantship application

  • academic transcripts

A minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.000 is required. The GRE is not required for admission consideration.

All accepted graduate students in the Mast of Music (MM) or Master of Music Education (MME) programs will take the Graduate Entrance Examinations in music history and music theory prior to matriculation. If a student does not pass one or more sections, they must take an online refresher course prior to undertaking advanced coursework.

International applicants who are not native English speakers must submit TOEFL or IELTS scores (TOEFL minimum = 76, IELTS minimum = 6.5). If an international applicant wishes to be considered for a Graduate Teaching Assistantship, the applicant should also submit the results of an Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI). Please contact the UW English Language Center if you have questions regarding the OPI (www.uwyo.edu/elc/international-teaching-assistants/graduate_admissions/index.html).

Applicants for the MM program should also request an audition and apply for music scholarship consideration via the Audition and Scholarships link found on the Graduate page of the Department of Music website (www.uwyo.edu/music/graduate_students/index.html). Applicants for the MME program should send their supporting documents (video of teaching/rehearsing, statement of music education philosophy, writing sample) directly to Dr. Crystal Sieger, Music Education Coordinator (csieger@uwyo.edu).

Master of Music Education

An earned, documented Bachelor of Music Education degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.

One year of teaching experience plus: An active background in music education, A DVD of classroom teaching and/or rehearsing,

A one- to three-page statement of music education philosophy,

Three letters of recommendation, one from an immediate supervisor, of teaching effectiveness.

A writing sample from an extensive undergraduate research paper.

Learning Outcomes

1. Students will demonstrate the advanced musical and pedagogical knowledge and research/writing skills necessary to enhance their teaching abilities in a P-16 vocal and/or instrumental teaching position.

2. Students will demonstrate the advanced musical and pedagogical knowledge and research/writing/and communication skills necessary to solve contemporary music problems.

Master of Music in Performance

An earned, documented bachelor of music performance or bachelor of arts from an accredited institution of higher learning.

Live audition (preferred), live remote video audition, or lnks to an online video demonstrating:

   A strong sense of musicality, Technical proficiency, Stylistically correct performance practices in at least three historical periods, where applicable,

A working knowledge of the standard repertoire,

Also, a portfolio of work showing concentrated activity on the major instrument or voice area.

Learning Outcomes

1. Graduate students will be excellent performers on voice or instrument.

2. Graduate students will demonstrate the advanced musical and pedagogical knowledge and research writing stills necessary to begin their professional performing career and/or demonstrate their readiness to teach at the college and/or university level and/or pursue   

    doctoral degrees.

Program Specific Graduate Assistantships

Graduate assistantships are awarded on a competitive basis to defray some of the costs of graduate study and to provide practical experience working under the guidance of faculty members.

Criteria that are taken into account in awarding assistantships include: academic preparation, performing ability, and special skills that would prove valuable in carrying out the duties of the assistantship, as well as, needs of the department.

To be considered for a graduate assistantship, the candidate must be fully admitted through the university. The application for an assistantship is accessed via the UW Graduate Admissions application. After considering the merits of the application, the department then nominates candidates to the university. Applications for assistantships are due by February 15.

Program Specific Degree Requirements

Master’s Programs

Each of the degree programs consists of 30 semester hours of work composed of the following elements:

Basic music core (11 hours)

MUSC 5310. Bibliographical Research, 2 hours

Upper-division music history, 3 to 6 hours

Upper-division music theory, 3 to 6 hours

Major area courses (12-16 hours)

Thesis requirement (Plan A, four hours); (Plan B, zero hours)

The thesis requirement may be fulfilled under the Plan B paper/lecture-recital as appropriate to the specific degree program. A proposal for a thesis or Plan B paper must be submitted to and approved by the student’s graduate committee chair.

Electives (0 to 7 hours)

To earn a Master of Music in Performance, students must complete the following requirements:

Basic music core (11 hours minimum)

Major area courses (16 hours minimum)

  MUSC 5480-5670. Private Lessons in major instrument or voice. A minimum of 8 hours.

MUSC 5770-5890. Ensembles, 2 hours

MUSC 5680. Graduate Recital, 2 hours.

  A faculty jury must approve a recital given for credit one month prior to the performance.The faculty jury will determine the grade after the performance.

MUSC 5390. Performance Practice and Interpretation, 2 hours

MUSC 5320. Advanced Seminar, 3 hours MUSC 4***. Pedagogy (instrument specific), 2 hours

Requirement in lieu of thesis:

  Plan B paper, or 1-hour lecture-recital

Foreign language requirement (voice majors only). Singers must demonstrate acceptable proficiency in singing in Italian, German, French, and English.

Electives (0 to 3 hours)

Both degrees require successful completion of the written comprehensive exams, which cover theory, history, and the major area.

Music (MUSC)

Individual Lessons: All students enrolled in MUSC 2080 through MUSC 5670 levels will be required to take a jury examination at the end of the semester to determine, in part, the final grade. (See current fee schedule for listing of fees in individual lessons.)

Students must receive a “C” or better in all courses designated MUSC to satisfy department degree requirements. A student’s transfer courses in music must also reflect a “C” or better to be accepted for credit.

USP Codes are listed in brackets by the 2003 USP code followed by the 2015 USP code (e.g. [QB♦Q]).

Programs

• Jazz Performance, B.M.
• Music Education, B.M.
• Music Performance, B.M.
• Music, B.A.

• Music Minor: 18 Credits

• Music Education, M.M.
• Music Performance, M.M.

• Audio Technology Certificate: 12 Credits

• Art Entrepreneurship Certificate: 12 Credits

Courses

• MUSC 0200 - Music Convocation
• MUSC 1000 - Introduction to Music
• MUSC 1003 - Historical Perspectives in Music I
• MUSC 1007 - Hip-Hop/Pop Music Appreciation
• MUSC 1009 - The Roots of Country Music
• MUSC 1010 - Music Fundamentals
• MUSC 1025 - Introduction to Music Education
• MUSC 1030 - Written Theory I
• MUSC 1035 - Aural Theory I
• MUSC 1040 - Written Theory II
• MUSC 1045 - Aural Theory II
• MUSC 1080 - Baritone Horn I
• MUSC 1090 - Bassoon I
• MUSC 1100 - Cello I
• MUSC 1110 - Clarinet I
• MUSC 1120 - Double Bass I
• MUSC 1130 - Flute I
• MUSC 1140 - French Horn I
• MUSC 1150 - Guitar I
• MUSC 1160 - Harp I
• MUSC 1170 - Oboe I
• MUSC 1180 - Organ I
• MUSC 1190 - Percussion I
• MUSC 1200 - Piano I
• MUSC 1210 - Saxophone I
• MUSC 1220 - Trombone I
• MUSC 1230 - Trumpet I
• MUSC 1240 - Tuba I
• MUSC 1250 - Violin I
• MUSC 1260 - Viola I
• MUSC 1270 - Voice I
• MUSC 1280 - Collaborative Piano I
• MUSC 1290 - Class Piano I
• MUSC 1295 - Class Piano II
• MUSC 1312 - Public School Tech: Brass
• MUSC 1322 - Public School Tech: Percussion
• MUSC 1332 - Public School Tech: Strings
• MUSC 1340 - Public School Methods: Voice I
• MUSC 1352 - Public School Tech: Woodwinds
• MUSC 1360 - Public School Methods: Guitar
• MUSC 1370 - Marching Band
• MUSC 1375 - Symphonic Band
• MUSC 1380 - Wind Ensemble
• MUSC 1390 - Jazz Ensemble 1
• MUSC 1400 - Collegiate Chorale I
• MUSC 1403 - Vocal Jazz I
• MUSC 1405 - Ensemble: Singing Statesmen I
• MUSC 1407 - Happy Jacks I
• MUSC 1415 - Bel Canto Women’s Chorus
• MUSC 1417 - Laramie Civic Chorus I
• MUSC 1420 - Opera Theatre
• MUSC 1430 - Symphony Orchestra I
• MUSC 1435 - Audio Recording
• MUSC 1440 - Chamber Orchestra I
• MUSC 1450 - Percussion Ensemble
• MUSC 1460 - Brass Ensemble
• MUSC 1470 - Woodwind Ensemble
• MUSC 1480 - Chamber Music I
• MUSC 1490 - Ensemble
• MUSC 2030 - Written Theory III
• MUSC 2035 - Aural Theory III
• MUSC 2040 - Written Theory IV
• MUSC 2045 - Aural Theory IV
• MUSC 2050 - Historical Perspectives in Music II
• MUSC 2055 - Historical Perspectives III
• MUSC 2080 - Baritone Horn II
• MUSC 2090 - Bassoon II
• MUSC 2100 - Cello II
• MUSC 2110 - Clarinet II
• MUSC 2120 - Double Bass II
• MUSC 2130 - Flute II
• MUSC 2140 - French Horn II
• MUSC 2150 - Guitar II
• MUSC 2160 - Harp II
• MUSC 2170 - Oboe II
• MUSC 2180 - Organ II
• MUSC 2190 - Percussion II
• MUSC 2200 - Piano II
• MUSC 2210 - Saxophone II
• MUSC 2220 - Trombone II
• MUSC 2230 - Trumpet II
• MUSC 2240 - Tuba II
• MUSC 2250 - Violin II
• MUSC 2260 - Viola II
• MUSC 2270 - Voice II
• MUSC 2290 - Class Piano III
• MUSC 2295 - Class Piano IV
• MUSC 2320 - Diction for Singers I
• MUSC 2325 - Diction for Singers II
• MUSC 2390 - Piano Literacy Exam
• MUSC 2395 - Piano Proficiency
• MUSC 2400 - Progressive Methods
• MUSC 2435 - Advanced Audio Recording
• MUSC 3015 - Introduction to Global Music
• MUSC 3025 - Fundamentals of Jazz Improvisation
• MUSC 3080 - Baritone Horn III
• MUSC 3090 - Bassoon III
• MUSC 3100 - Cello III
• MUSC 3110 - Clarinet III
• MUSC 3120 - Double Bass III
• MUSC 3130 - Flute III

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