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FIMU 100 – Music Theory Fundamentals (2)
This course will reinforce the basics in music theory, drill on the concepts of clefs, note names, intervals, key signatures, major/minor scales and chords. The purpose of this class is to prepare a student who is weak in foundational music theory for college level theory. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 101 – Basic Music Literature (3)
An introductory review of the significant people, works, and music styles throughout music history, with special attention given to their impact on church music. This course may be waived through a placement examination. (3 credit hours)
FIMU 111 – Aural Skills Foundations (2)
Skill and knowledge development of music audiation skills, including structural and solfege basis for the most common tonalities and meters. Basic metric functions and cadential formulae are drilled extensively, leading to the establishment of verbal association for listening, silent reading, and silent recall of music. Assignments include daily readings from Learning Sequences in Music, by Edwin Gordon, plus extensive computer-based practice of tonal and rhythm audition skills. Lab fee. Meets 2 days a week. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 112 – Aural Skills Advanced (2)
A continuation of the skills presented in Aural Skills Foundations: sight-singing, recognition of intervals, scales, and harmonic progressions, as well as melodic and rhythmic dictation. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 114 – Harmony 1 (2)
A study of basic harmonic materials, melodic and harmonic part writing, and structures found in traditional literature within the framework of the diatonic scale. Meets 3 days a week. Prerequisite: FIMU 111. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 115 – Harmony 2 (2)
A study of basic harmonic materials, melodic and harmonic part writing, and structures found in traditional literature within the framework of the diatonic scale. Meets 3 days a week. Prerequisite: FIMU 111. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 151 – Introduction to Music Technology (2)
An introduction to the basic concepts and skills needed for audio and video recording, and stage lighting. Students will participate in group lessons addressing core concepts in each of the three listed aspects of music technology, and will be responsible for an independent final project demonstrating competencies in all three areas. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 216 – Harmony 3 (2)
The analysis and application of harmonic techniques beyond diatonic usages considering the seventh chords, modes, modulations, and advanced writing techniques. Prerequisites: FIMU 101 and FIMU 115. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 217 – Harmony 4 (2)
The analysis and application of harmonic techniques beyond diatonic usages considering the seventh chords, modes, modulations, and advanced writing techniques. Prerequisites: FIMU 101 and FIMU 216. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 236 – Music Appreciation (2)
A survey of music, with the purpose of building a foundation for appreciation of various types and styles of Western music. Not applicable to a major or minor. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 299 – Secondary Proficiency Jury
FIMU 301 – Antiquity through Renaissance Music History (2)
A survey of music history from Genesis to A.D. 1400, including archeological and ethno musicological evidences for the theory and practice of music in the ancient world. The course follows a survey of pre-Christian music as a predecessor for Western styles. Prerequisites: FIMU 101 and FIMU 115 or consent of the instructor. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 302 – Baroque Early Classical Music History (2)
A survey of music history from 1350-1760, tracing the development of contrapuntal music from Renaissance England and Burgundy through its Baroque maturity. Attention is given to maturing contrapuntal forms as they reach their eventual glory with the great masters. Prerequisites: FIMU 101 and FIMU 115 or consent of the instructor. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 303 – Late Classical through Romantic Music History (2)
A survey of music history from 1750-1900, exploring the development of homophonic music through the nationalistic composers of the late nineteenth century. Special emphasis is given to the changes in music as an expressive art, with focuses on the relationship between the composer’s ideals and the expression of those ideals through music. Prerequisites: FIMU 101 and FIMU 115 or consent of the instructor. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 304 – 20th Century Music History and Theory (2)
A survey of music history from 1880 to the present. The course considers styles and forms developed as expressive alternatives to traditional practice. Twentieth-century compositional techniques are studied, with practical writing assignments. The development of current musical styles is addressed and its relationship to technology and culture. Prerequisites: FIMU 101 and FIMU 217 or consent of the instructor. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 310 – Principles in Christian Music (2)
An in-depth survey of two key areas for the Christian musician to effectively address: (a) aesthetic processes and outcomes as they affect the Christian musician, and (b) a historical context for, and a scriptural approach to, managing change and decision making in church music. Prerequisite: Junior classification. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 311 – Keyboard Ensembles (2)
Designed to provide an opportunity for students to learn chamber literature (duets, two-piano literature, multiple piano, and piano/organ). (2 credit hours)
FIMU 319 – Form and Analysis (2)
A study of the micro and macro structure of music, considering the melodic, harmonic, and stylistic aspects with application for listening and performance. Prerequisite: FIMU 217. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 320 – Counterpoint (3)
A study of contrapuntal discipline, focusing on 18th-century masters but including a survey of species counterpoint. Places emphasis on composition, analysis, and listening. Prerequisite: FIMU 217. (3 credit hours)
FIMU 335 – Keyboard Arranging (1)
Training in improvising from a simple score, transpositioning, playing without music, and notating of original arrangements. Prerequisite: FIMU 115. (1 credit hour)
FIMU 336 – Accompanying (1)
An instructional and practical study of accompanying techniques with emphasis on classical, sacred choral accompaniments, and original accompaniment of hymns. (1 credit hour)
FIMU 346 – Music Internship (1 or 2)
Participation in an internship at a music camp, conservatory, or music business designed to give the students hands-on training in musical entrepreneurship, teaching, and/or administration. Applications must be filed with the department. Registration for internship requires sponsorship by an advisor from the Music faculty. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior classification. (1 to 2 credit hours)
FIMU 347 – Elementary Conducting (2)
An introduction to basic time-beating skills, analysis, score reading, and group dynamics. Prerequisite: FIMU 114. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 348 – Advanced Conducting (2)
A study of vocal and instrumental score analysis, conducting techniques, concert design, and rehearsal planning. Includes group conducting experience. Prerequisite: FIMU 347. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 403 – Orchestration (2)
A study of orchestral instruments, their characteristics, capabilities, and notational features. Emphasis on scoring for families up to full orchestra. Prerequisite: FIMU 115, 141, or consent of the instructor. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 435 – Choral Arranging (2)
A study of basic principles of scoring, transcribing, and arranging music for various choral mediums. Writing of individual lines, group effects, and accompaniments are emphasized. Prerequisite: FIMU 115, 141, or consent of the instructor. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 446 – Choral Arranging Workshop (1)
A project course for writing and performing complete and more complex works for various choral groups. Prerequisite: FIMU 435. (1 credit hour)
FIMU 448 – Instrumental Arranging Workshop (1)
A project course for writing and performing complete and more complex works for instrumental groups. Prerequisite: FIMU 403. (1 credit hour)
FIMU 461 – Special Topics in Music (2)
An elective course focused on an advanced study of a specific historical or theoretical topic. Prerequisite: FIMU 319. (2 credit hours)
FIMU 480 – Sr Music Performance Capstone (1)
A preparation for graduate studies in music. Students will explore music research, prepare a CV, philosophy of music statement, repertoire list, analyses of recital pieces, and program notes. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Junior Recital. (1 credit hour)