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MS 304 - Culture and Language Immersion
This course prepares students to perform leadership roles in a foreign environment through a multi-phase process. Using effective writing skills, students begin by completing research and preparing a report on one or more cultural aspects of a foreign country or region. Concurrently, students complete the Personnel Clearance requirements for entry into that country/region as described by the Foreign Clearance Guide. Students complete deployment preparation by experiencing Soldier Readiness Processing at an assigned deployment site. While completing the administrative SRP requirements, students brief their research assignment for evaluation. Students are also evaluated on their ability to perform leadership roles and functions within their squad/platoon during their deployment. Students explore dimensions of cultural norms in practical, hands-on, and interactive exercises in a foreign country through participation in a planned event in support of the U.S. military Security Cooperation Program. May be repeated.
Prerequisites: MS 100 - Introduction to Military Science I , MS 101 - Introduction of Military Science II , MS 200 - Perspectives in Leadership I , and MS 201 - Perspectives in Leadership II all with grades of “C” or higher.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MS 305 - Battle Analysis
Students learn the “Staff Ride” methodology and develop critical thinking, briefing and writing skills used in a formal analysis of a military battle. This course satisfies the mandatory Army ROTC training requirement.
Credits: 1
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MS 400 - Seminar: Leadership and Management
MS400 focuses on advanced leadership skills, counseling, personal management, command and staff functions, training management, written and oral communications, and military skills are emphasized. The required leadership lab complements classroom instruction and emphasizes practical application of course topics while students function as leaders in the cadet battalion. Successful completion of the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) and participation in Field Training Exercises and leadership labs are required.
Prerequisite: MS 301 - Advanced Leadership Development .
Credits: 3
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MS 401 - Advanced Seminar: Leadership and Management
MS401 is a capstone Military Science experience designed to assist students with the transition to duty as an officer in the Active Army, Army Reserve or National Guard. Emphasis is on professional and personal ethics, personal financial planning, the military logistic systems, and Military Law. The future role of the U.S. Army in support of national policy is also studied. Successful completion of the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) and participation in Field Training Exercises and leadership labs are required.
Prerequisite: MS 400 - Seminar: Leadership and Management .
Credits: 3
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MS 602G - Advanced Leadership Practicum
A five-week practical training exercise in a field training environment at a military installation to train, develop, demonstrate, and assess leadership capabilities. Meets requirement for cadets prior to being commissioned. Successful completion of the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT), Land Navigation Course, and leadership performance evaluation is required for practicum credit. Students are paid for this experience.
Prerequisites: MS 301 - Advanced Leadership Development and admission to MA in Leadership program.
Credits: 6
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MUSI 127 - Music Advising Seminar
Designed to explain and review course requirements for all music degrees offered at Truman, with an emphasis on the central roles that teaching and the field of music education play in the world of music. Music major Music Education course.
Credits: 0
When Offered: (spring only)
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MUSI 129 - New Music Ensemble
The New Music Ensemble will provide students with an opportunity to collaborate in the performance of recent works for chamber ensemble. In addition, students will be required to participate actively in the managerial aspect of the ensemble, always under the guidance and coordination of the instructor. Such management includes activities that support the creation of a concert program, as well as its public performance.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 130 - Music Analysis I
Study of the language of music. Basic materials, structures, and procedures of the art of sound. Study of compositional practices in excerpts from musical masters of the common practice period. Meets three days per week. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 132 - Aural Skills in Music I (Aural Skills in Music I) is required unless MUSI 132 has already been successfully completed.
Credits: 3
When Offered: Summer
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 131 - Music Analysis II
Continuation and amplification of material of MUSI 130 - Music Analysis I . Chord vocabulary through secondary dominants. Introduction to part writing, and advanced musical terminology. Original writing projects. Meets three days per week. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Prerequisite: MUSI 130 - Music Analysis I with a grade of “C” or higher. Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 133 - Aural Skills in Music II (Aural Skills in Music II) is required unless MUSI 133 has already been successfully completed.
Credits: 3
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 132 - Aural Skills in Music I
This course is divided into two components: Ear Training and Sight Singing. Ear Training includes harmonic, rhythmic, and melodic dictation as well as aural identification of major and minor scales, melodic intervals up to and including an octave, and triads. Sight Singing includes singing short melodies at sight, major and minor scales, intervals up to and including an octave, triads, and tapping or reciting rhythmic exercises. 1 hour. Meets two days per week. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 130 - Music Analysis I (Music Analysis I) is required unless MUSI 130 has already been successfully completed.
Credits: 1
When Offered: Summer
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 133 - Aural Skills in Music II
This course is a continuation of MUSI 132 - Aural Skills in Music I and is divided into two components: Ear Training and Sight Singing. Ear Training includes more complex harmonic, rhythmic, and melodic dictation as well as aural identification of inverted triads, harmonic intervals up to and including an octave, and seventh chords in root position. Sight Singing includes singing melodies that contain more difficult skips and modulations to closely related keys, tapping or reciting more complex rhythmic exercises, and singing ascending and descending intervals up to and including an octave. Meets two days per week. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Prerequisite: MUSI 132 - Aural Skills in Music I with a grade of “C” or higher. Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 131 - Music Analysis II (Music Analysis II) is required unless MUSI 131 has already been successfully completed.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 134 - Composition, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one-half hours of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of three hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music major.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 135 - Composition, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of six hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music major.
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 142 - Class Lessons in Voice
Vocal fundamentals, repertoire, and phonetics. May be repeated for up to two credits. Music major Applied Music course.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 143 - University Steel Band
The Truman State University Steel Band is a laboratory and performance experience utilizing a full ensemble of authentic Trinidadian steel drums. Intercultural and historical performance practice perspective is drawn from the prerequisite course, MUSI 190 - The Steelpan Music of Trinidad and Tobago . The weekly structure of this ensemble course incorporates both individual performance demonstrations and group rehearsal through one, one-hour meeting per week. The Truman State University Steel Band is open to all students regardless of major. No music reading ability is required as music is taught utilizing traditional Trinidadian oral/rote pedagogies.
Prerequisite: MUSI 190 - The Steelpan Music of Trinidad and Tobago with a grade of C or better or consent of the instructor.
Credits: 1
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MUSI 145 - Chorus
Non-auditioned ensemble with focus on literature for large chorus. Major works prepared and performed frequently with orchestra. Previous vocal or instrumental experience strongly recommended. May be repeated for credit. Music major Applied Music course.
Credits: 1
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
Missouri Higher Education Core Curriculum Transfer (CORE 42) Course Number: MOTR PERF 102C - Music Performance-Choir  (For additional information: http://dhe.mo.gov/core42.php)
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MUSI 146 - Orchestra
Ensemble experience for students who play orchestral instruments. One of the two weekly rehearsals is held in the evening. By audition. May be repeated for credit. Music major Applied Music course.
Credits: 1
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
Missouri Higher Education Core Curriculum Transfer (CORE 42) Course Number: MOTR PERF 102O - Music Performance-Orchestra (For additional information: http://dhe.mo.gov/core42.php)
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MUSI 147 - Ensemble
May be repeated for credit. 1) Brass Choir. A performance study of brass literature. By audition. 2) Woodwind Choir. Performance of literature composed or arranged for this medium. By audition. 3) Jazz. Performance and study of American Jazz, including improvisation of jazz orchestration. By audition. 4) Percussion Ensemble. Performance of literature composed or arranged for this medium. By audition. 5) Chamber Ensemble. Chamber music and small ensemble experience. By audition. 6) Franklin Street. Repertoire ranges from jazz and country to gospel and show tunes. Frequent performances on and off campus. By audition. 7) Opera Chorus. Performance in staged opera productions as a chorus member. By audition. Music major Applied Music course.
Credits: 1 each ensemble
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 148 - Band
Marching Band and Concert Band are organized at various times throughout the year to serve their proper function. May be repeated for credit. Music major Applied Music course.
Credits: 1
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
Missouri Higher Education Core Curriculum Transfer (CORE 42) Course Number: MOTR PERF 102B - Music Performance-Band (For additional information: http://dhe.mo.gov/core42.php)
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MUSI 149 - Cantoria
Advanced mixed choral ensemble with frequent local and regional performances. Study of repertoire from Renaissance to present with special emphasis on diverse range of a cappella literature and on stylistically informed performance. May be repeated for credit. By audition. Music major Applied Music course.
Credits: 1
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 150 - Lyric Diction I
Language pronunciation for the vocalist. Emphasizes proper vocal pronunciation of Italian and English with a minimum of grammar and construction. Music major Applied Music course.
Credits: 1
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MUSI 151 - Lyric Diction II
Language pronunciation for the vocalist. Emphasizes proper vocal pronunciation of German and French with a minimum of grammar and construction. Music major Applied Music course.
Credits: 1
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MUSI 153 - Basic Keyboard Skills I
Beginning piano for music majors with fewer than 6 months of piano study. Includes functional skills and repertoire. Music major Applied Music course.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 154 - Basic Keyboard Skills II
Continuation of MUSI 153 - Basic Keyboard Skills I . Music major Applied Music course.
Prerequisites: MUSI 153 - Basic Keyboard Skills I or permission of instructor
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 155 - Voice, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one-half hours of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of three hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music major.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 156 - Voice, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of six hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music major.
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 157 - Voice, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of nine hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music BM major.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 158 - Piano, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one-half hours of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of three hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music major.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 159 - Piano, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of six hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: music major.
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 160 - Piano, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of nine hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: music BM major.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 161 - String Instruments, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one-half hours of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of three hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: music major.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 162 - String Instruments, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of six hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: music major.
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 163 - String Instruments, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of nine hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: music BM major.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 164 - Harpsichord, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one-half hours of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of three hours weekly. May be repeated.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 165 - Harpsichord, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of six hours weekly. May be repeated.
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 170 - Brass Instruments, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one-half hours of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of three hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: music major.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 171 - Brass Instruments, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of six hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: music major.
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 172 - Brass Instruments, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of nine hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: music BM major.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 173 - Woodwind Instruments, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one-half hours of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of three hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: music major.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 174 - Woodwind Instruments, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of six hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: music major.
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 175 - Woodwind Instruments, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of nine hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music BM major.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 176 - Percussion Instruments, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one-half hours of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of three hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music major.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 177 - Percussion Instruments, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of six hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music major.
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 178 - Percussion Instruments, Lower Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of nine hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music BM major.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 181 - Guitar for the Elementary Teacher
Basic techniques of playing, with an emphasis on use in elementary school. Music major Music Education course.
Credits: 1
NOTE: The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 190 - The Steelpan Music of Trinidad and Tobago
The structure of this course incorporates both a lecture-discussion component and participation in the Truman State University Steel Band. Two, one-hour meetings occur each week–the first being a lecture-discussion class, the second, an ensemble rehearsal. Students also perform in this ensemble for a semester campus concert. In this way, students come to understand the diverse cultural synthesis that is the foundation of Trinidadian steel pan music and demonstrate this understanding through both written exams and personal musical expression within a full ensemble of authentic Trinidadian steel drums. This course is open to all students, regardless of major. No music reading ability is required, as music is taught utilizing traditional Trinidadian oral/rote pedagogies.
Credits: 2
NOTE: This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
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MUSI 202 - Jazz History and Appreciation
Introduction to jazz style in performance, musical logic of jazz, and the literature and contributions of jazz in American culture. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Credits: 2
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 204 - Perspectives in Music: Art Music in Western Thought
This course examines the phenomenon of music by considering aesthetic theory in relationship to musical perception and by developing skills in aural analysis of musical structures and styles. Although the classical canon of art music is the central focus of this course, a wide variety of musical styles and genres–including music of non-Western cultures–is often drawn upon as points of reference. Issues of aesthetic sensitivity, personal experience, understanding of social context, and recognition of a variety of cultural/historical references are also components of this course. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Visual and Performing Arts Mode of Inquiry and the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
Missouri Higher Education Core Curriculum Transfer (CORE 42) Course Number: MOTR MUSC 100 - Music Appreciation (For additional information: https://dhe.mo.gov/core42.php)
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MUSI 205 - Perspectives in Music: World Musics
Music exists in all societies and is a basic activity of human life. This class investigates music in several of the world’s cultures developing an understanding of musical style, aesthetic viewpoints of differing cultures, and the function which music fulfills in these diverse societies. The student not only encounters new musical expressions but also the philosophies and world view which accompany them. In addition, this class develops a vocabulary for effective musical description and analysis. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Visual and Performing Arts Mode of Inquiry and the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
Missouri Higher Education Core Curriculum Transfer (CORE 42) Course Number: MOTR MUSC 102 - World Music (For additional information: http://dhe.mo.gov/core42.php)
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MUSI 206 - Perspectives in Music: Hollywood and Broadway
Focus on outstanding composers and landmark music of Hollywood and Broadway. Emphasis on development of listening abilities, and music as a potent dramatic element. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Visual and Performing Arts Mode of Inquiry and the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 207 - Perspectives in Music: Jazz and the American Experience
This course examines the phenomenon of jazz music by considering aesthetic theory in relationship to musical perception, and by developing skills in aural analysis of musical structures and styles. Issues of aesthetic sensitivity, personal experience, understanding of social context, and recognition of a variety of cultural/historical references are also components of this course. In addition, jazz is examined in an historical and cultural context. Its development from the 1890s to the present is discussed, and distinctions are made concerning the development of various styles and genres. Its impact upon American culture, especially the issues of race, gender, and social status are analyzed in depth. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Visual and Performing Arts Mode of Inquiry and the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
Missouri Higher Education Core Curriculum Transfer (CORE 42) Course Number: MOTR MUSC 100J - Music Appreciation-Jazz (For additional information: http://dhe.mo.gov/core42.php)
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MUSI 209 - Perspectives in Music: The Liberal Arts
This course explores the relationship between music and other disciplines, including, but not limited to, literature; history; anthropology psychology; philosophy; mathematics; physics; the visual arts; and theatre. Perspective in Music-The Liberal Arts is designed for any student, regardless of musical background. This course may be used to partially fulfill the requirement for a Minor in Music.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Visual and Performing Art Mode of Inquiry and the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** This is a writing-enhanced course.
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MUSI 230 - Music Analysis III
Study of musical styles and structure through analysis and part-writing. The course emphasizes concert repertoire of the 18th and 19th Centuries, particularly repertoire featuring chromatic harmonic constructs, and/or exemplifying large-scale or polyphonic musical forms. Meets three days per week. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Prerequisites: MUSI 131 - Music Analysis II with a grade of “C” or higher and music major. Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 232 - Aural Skills in Music III is required.
Credits: 3
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 231 - Music Analysis IV
Study of musical styles, trends, and techniques found in the concert repertoire of the late 19th and 20th Centuries, with an emphasis on formal analysis. Introduction to folk and “classical” music of non-Western cultures. Meets three days per week.
Prerequisites: MUSI 230 - Music Analysis III with a grade of “C” or higher and music major. Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 233 - Aural Skills in Music IV is required. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course in conjunction with MUSI 233.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 232 - Aural Skills in Music III
Further development of skills in Ear Training and Sight Singing. Meets 2 days per week. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Prerequisites: MUSI 133 - Aural Skills in Music II with a grade of “C” or higher and music major. Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 230 - Music Analysis III is required.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 233 - Aural Skills in Music IV
Further development of skills in Ear Training and Sight Singing, including work in non-tonal and contemporary music. Meets 2 days per week. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Prerequisites: MUSI 232 - Aural Skills in Music III with a grade of “C” or better and music major. Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 231 - Music Analysis IV is required.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course in conjunction with MUSI 231.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 245 - String Instrument Class I
Elementary string instrument performance techniques, teaching methods, and materials. Music major Applied Music course.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 246 - String Instrument Class II
Advanced string instrument performance techniques, teaching methods, and materials. Music major Applied Music course.
Prerequisite: MUSI 245 - String Instrument Class I .
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 247 - Percussion Instrument Class I
Performance techniques for percussion instruments, with emphasis on the snare drum. Music major Applied Music course.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 248 - Brass Instrument Class I
Elementary brass instrument performance techniques, teaching methods, and materials. Music major Applied Music course.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 249 - Brass Instrument Class II
Advanced brass instrument performance techniques, teaching methods, and materials. Music major Applied Music course.
Prerequisite: MUSI 248 - Brass Instrument Class I .
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 250 - Woodwind Instrument Class I
Elementary woodwind instrument performance techniques, teaching methods, and materials. Music major Applied Music course.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 251 - Woodwind Instrument Class II
Advanced woodwind instrument performance techniques, teaching methods, and materials. Music major Applied Music course.
Prerequisite: MUSI 250 - Woodwind Instrument Class I .
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 253 - Basic Keyboard Skills III
Early intermediate piano for music majors with one to three years of piano study. Includes technique, functional skills, and repertoire. Music major Applied Music course.
Prerequisites: MUSI 154 - Basic Keyboard Skills II or permission of instructor
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 254 - Basic Keyboard Skills IV
Continuation of MUSI 253. Music major Applied Music course.
Prerequisites: MUSI 253 - Basic Keyboard Skills III or permission of instructor
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 257 - Percussion Instrument Class II
Performance techniques for percussion instruments, with emphasis on mallet instruments and the tympani. Music major Applied Music course.
Credits: 1
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 279 - Recital and Concert Attendance
Students attend a minimum of designated concerts and recitals during the semester to attain a passing mark. Each music major must attain a grade of Pass for six semesters to attain graduation.
Credits: 0
NOTE: Music major Applied Music course.
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MUSI 282 - Accompanying I
Techniques of instrumental and vocal accompanying. Music major Applied Music course.
Prerequisite: Music major.
Credits: 1
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 283 - Accompanying II
A continuation of MUSI 282 - Accompanying I . May be repeated for credit. Music major Applied Music course.
Prerequisite: Music major.
Credits: 1
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 302 - Independent Study in Fine Arts
An opportunity for the student to earn credit through reading materials not covered in his or her previous courses, or to work on creative/analytical projects approved by the instructor. Contract required. May be repeated for up to 6 credits. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 305 - Electronic Music
Exploration of the main means of creation of electronic music in the traditions of John Cage, Stockhausen and Brian Eno through the composition and production of four works of electronic music. This course focuses on synthesis, musique concrete, recording and signal processing and also includes discussion of standard works in the repertoire.
Prerequisites: MUSI 131 - Music Analysis II or instructor permission
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 310 - Songwriting
This course will develop and refine the ability of students to express themselves through songwriting. Each will develop an understanding of a variety of song structures and styles through study, composition, and performance.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 329 - New Music Ensemble
The New Music Ensemble will provide students with an opportunity to collaborate in the performance of recent works for chamber ensemble. In addition, students will be required to participate actively in the managerial aspect of the ensemble, always under the guidance and coordination of the instructor. Such management includes activities that support the creation of a concert program, as well as its public performance.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 330 - Counterpoint
Eighteenth Century contrapuntal practices. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Prerequisites: MUSI 231 - Music Analysis IV
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 331 - Form and Analysis
Major homophonic musical forms and their analysis. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Prerequisites: MUSI 231 - Music Analysis IV
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 332 - Arranging
Arranging for instrumental and vocal groups. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Prerequisites: MUSI 231 - Music Analysis IV
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Small Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 334 - Composition, Upper Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one-half hours of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of three hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music major.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 335 - Composition, Upper Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of six hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music major.
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 336 - Introduction to Musical Composition
Directed projects using the materials and procedures of various styles and media of musical composition. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Prerequisites: MUSI 231 - Music Analysis IV
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 337 - Jazz Arranging and Composition
Study of arranging and composition for small jazz ensembles. This includes fundamentals of notation, orchestration, rhythmic and melodic development, jazz harmony, vertical sonorities for 2-5 parts, and basic forms. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: MUSI 130 - Music Analysis I , MUSI 131 - Music Analysis II , MUSI 132 - Aural Skills in Music I , MUSI 133 - Aural Skills in Music II , and sophomore status or above.
Credits: 2
When Offered: (fall, odd years)
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MUSI 338 - Applied Music Composition
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to compose a minimum of nine hours weekly. Credit may be repeated. An additional charge is made for private music lessons and is payable at the time of enrollment. Current fees are available from the Business Office.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUSI 231 - Music Analysis IV with a minimum grade of C, or approval of instructor.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Applied Music Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 339 - Music Literature
Western European art music of the common practice period (c. 1600-1900). The course is organized according to different musical genres (symphony, concerto, chamber music, Lieder, and keyboard literature) and places an emphasis upon understanding and recognizing musical styles within an historical context. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Prerequisites: MUSI 131 - Music Analysis II and MUSI 133 - Aural Skills in Music II .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Visual and Performing Arts Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
*** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 340 - Music History I
Music development from pre-Christian times through the Classical era; musical examples and practice in stylistic analysis. Music is studied within a framework of cultural context. Music major Music Theory, Literature, and History course.
Prerequisites: MUSI 131 - Music Analysis II and MUSI 133 - Aural Skills in Music II .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course (not when offered online).
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
Missouri Higher Education Core Curriculum Transfer (CORE 42) Course Number: MOTR MUSC 103 - Music History I (For additional information: http://dhe.mo.gov/core42.php)
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MUSI 341 - Music History II
Continuation of MUSI 340 - Music History I up to the present practices of musical composition. Includes jazz and world music since 1945 and their impact on Western concert music. Music major Music Theory, Literature and History course.
Prerequisites: MUSI 131 - Music Analysis II , MUSI 133 - Aural Skills in Music II , and MUSI 339 - Music Literature .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** This is a writing-enhanced course.
Missouri Higher Education Core Curriculum Transfer (CORE 42) Course Number: MOTR MUSC 104 - Music History II (For additional information: http://dhe.mo.gov/core42.php)
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MUSI 343 - University Steel Band
The Truman State University Steel Band is a laboratory and performance experience utilizing a full ensemble of authentic Trinidadian steel drums. Intercultural and historical performance practice perspective is drawn from the prerequisite course, MUSI 390 - The Steelpan Music of Trinidad and Tobago . The weekly structure of this ensemble course incorporates both individual performance demonstrations and group rehearsal through one, one-hour meeting per week. The Truman State University Steel Band is open to all students regardless of major. No music reading ability is required as music is taught utilizing traditional Trinidadian oral/rote pedagogies.
Prerequisite: MUSI 390 - The Steelpan Music of Trinidad and Tobago with a grade of C or better or consent of the instructor.
Credits: 1
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MUSI 344 - Opera Workshop
Instruction and experience in singing and acting before the public. May be repeated for credit. Music major Applied Music course.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Group Music Course Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 345 - Chorus, Upper Division
Non-auditioned ensemble with focus on literature for large chorus. Major works prepared and performed frequently with orchestra. Previous vocal or instrumental experience strongly recommended. May be repeated for credit. Student must pass jury examination into upper division on his or her major instrument. Music major Applied Music course.
Prerequisites: 4 credits of MUSI 145 - Chorus , MUSI 146 - Orchestra , MUSI 147 - Ensemble , and MUSI 148 - Band .
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 346 - Orchestra, Upper Division
Ensemble experience for students who play orchestral instruments. One of the two weekly rehearsals is held in the evening. By audition. May be repeated for credit. Music major Applied Music course.
Prerequisites: 4 hours of ensemble(s) and jury examination.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 347 - Ensemble, Upper Division
May be repeated for credit. 1) Brass Choir. A performance study of brass literature. By audition. 2) Woodwind Choir. Performance of literature composed or arranged for this medium. By audition. 3) Jazz. Performance and study of American Jazz, including improvisation of jazz orchestration. By audition. 4) String Orchestra. Study and performance of literature for string orchestra. By audition. 5) Percussion Ensemble. Performance of literature composed or arranged for this medium. By audition. 6) Chamber Ensemble. Chamber music and small ensemble experience. By audition. 7) Franklin Street. Repertoire ranges from jazz and country to gospel and show tunes. Frequent performances on and off campus. 8) Opera Chorus. Performance in staged opera productions as a chorus member. By audition. Music major Applied Music course.
Prerequisites: 4 hours of ensemble(s) and passing jury examination into upper division on student’s major instrument.
Credits: 1 each ensemble
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 348 - Band, Upper Division
The Marching Band and the Concert Band are organized at various times throughout the year to serve their proper function. May be repeated for credit. Music major Applied Music course.
Prerequisites: 4 hours of ensemble(s) and passing jury examination into upper division on student’s major instrument.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 349 - Cantoria, Upper Division
Advanced mixed choral ensemble with frequent local and regional performances. Study of repertoire from Renaissance to the present with special emphasis on diverse a cappella literature and stylistically informed performance. By audition. May be repeated for credit. Student must pass jury examination into upper division on his or her major instrument. Music major Applied Music course.
Prerequisites: 4 credits of MUSI 145 - Chorus , MUSI 146 - Orchestra , MUSI 147 - Ensemble , or MUSI 148 - Band .
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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MUSI 355 - Voice, Upper Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one-half hours of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of three hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music major.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 356 - Voice, Upper Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of six hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music major.
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 357 - Voice, Upper Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of nine hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music BM major.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 358 - Piano, Upper Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one-half hours of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of three hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music major.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 359 - Piano, Upper Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of six hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music major.
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 360 - Piano, Upper Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of nine hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music BM major.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 361 - String Instruments, Upper Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one-half hours of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of three hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music major.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Private Music Lesson Fee applies to this course.
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MUSI 362 - String Instruments, Upper Division
Private music lessons. Student receives one hour of instruction per week and is required to practice a minimum of six hours weekly. May be repeated.
Prerequisite: Music major.
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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