Jun 22, 2024  
2016-2017 CSU East Bay Catalog 
    
2016-2017 CSU East Bay Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course Numbering Key

The numbering of courses is intended to describe the level at which they are offered. Any student, however, may enroll for any course if he or she has completed the listed prerequisites, except for certain graduate courses.

Course Number Description
0800-0999 Remedial courses (not for baccalaureate degree credit)
1000-1999 Freshman level courses
2000-2999 Sophomore level courses
3000-3999 Junior level courses
4000-4999 Senior level courses
5000-5999 Postbaccalaureate and professional level courses
6000-6999 Graduate level courses
7000-7699 Upper division level Continuing Education courses1
7700-7999 Graduate level Continuing Education courses1
8000-8999 Doctoral level courses

1. See the quarterly schedule of the Continuing Education website for classes offered each quarter.

Class Hours per Week

The number of class hours a course meets per week equals the number of units listed for the course, unless otherwise indicated in the course description. (A “class hour” is 50 minutes.) Supervision courses (e.g., independent study, project, thesis) have no prescribed correspondence between class hours per week and units.

 

Music: Applied

  
  • MUS 3696 - Level 30 Applied Study: Jazz Trumpet


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Junior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 2610 -MUS 2699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 3609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 3697 - Level 30 Applied Study: Jazz Trombone


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Junior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 2610 -MUS 2699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 3609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4601 - Level 40 Vocal Coaching


    Units: 1
    Individual vocal coaching in collaborative music making for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Coaching times arranged according to Level 40 degree recital expectations as outlined in the music major handbook. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor or Departmental approval. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in MUS 3220 or MUS 4620. Repeatability: May be repeated seven times for credit for a maximum of eight units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 3 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4602 - Level 40 Instrumental Coaching


    Units: 1
    Individual instrumental coaching in collaborative music making for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Coaching times arranged according to Level 40 degree recital expectations as outlined in the music major handbook. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor or Departmental approval. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in at least one course drawn from MUS 4610 - 4699. Repeatability: May be repeated seven times for credit for a maximum of eight units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 3 units in a single quarter.
  
  • MUS 4609 - Level 40 Recital


    Units: 1
    Preparation for and performance of a public musical recital. Capstone experience for applied music instruction. Prerequisites: MUS 3609 ; two (2) quarters of MUS 4610 -MUS 4697  Applied Music (major performance media). Co-requisites: MUS 4610 -MUS 4697 . Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4610 - Level 40 Applied Study: Piano


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4611 - Level 40 Applied Study: Organ


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4612 - Level 40 Applied Study: Harpsichord


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4620 - Level 40 Applied Study: Voice


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4630 - Level 40 Applied Study: Violin


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4631 - Level 40 Applied Study: Viola


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4632 - Level 40 Applied Study: Cello


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4633 - Level 40 Applied Study: Bass


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4634 - Level 40 Applied Study: Harp


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4635 - Level 40 Applied Study: Guitar


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4640 - Level 40 Applied Study: Flute


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4641 - Level 40 Applied Study: Oboe


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4642 - Level 40 Applied Study: Clarinet


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4643 - Level 40 Applied Study: Bassoon


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4644 - Level 40 Applied Study: Saxophone


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4650 - Level 40 Applied Study: Trumpet


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4651 - Level 40 Applied Study: French Horn


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4652 - Level 40 Applied Study: Trombone


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4653 - Level 40 Applied Study: Baritone


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4654 - Level 40 Applied Study: Tuba


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4660 - Level 40 Applied Study: Percussion


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4670 - Level 40 Applied Study: Composition


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4680 - Level 40 Applied Study: Conducting


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4685 - Level 40 Applied Study: Interactive and Media Composition


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4690 - Level 40 Applied Study: Jazz Composition


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4691 - Level 40 Applied Study: Jazz Piano and Keyboard


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4692 - Level 40 Applied Study: Jazz Guitar


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4693 - Level 40 Applied Study: Jazz Bass


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4694 - Level 40 Applied Study: Jazz Drums and Percussion


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4695 - Level 40 Applied Study: Jazz Saxophone


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4696 - Level 40 Applied Study: Jazz Trumpet


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 4697 - Level 40 Applied Study: Jazz Trombone


    Units: 1
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Senior-level performance ability. Audition required. Prerequisites: Completion of MUS 3609 . Completion of the corresponding previous level course drawn from MUS 3610 -MUS 3699. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in a Major Performance Ensemble (MUS 3500-MUS 3530). Concurrent enrollment in Recital (MUS 4609 ) during the second quarter of study. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 6 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 2 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.

Music: Applied: Graduate

  
  • MUS 6280 - Advanced Applied Conducting


    Units: 2
    Ensemble conducting techniques including stylistic, pedagogical, and physical studies in gesture. Score analysis and ear training through the study of music from all genres and historical periods. Advanced rehearsal techniques and program building, including the development of ensemble. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. Repeatability: May be repeated five times for credit for a maximum of 12 units.
  
  • MUS 6601 - Graduate Vocal Coaching


    Units: 1
    Individual vocal coaching in collaborative music making for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Coaching times arranged according to graduate degree recital expectations as outlined in the music major handbook. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor or Departmental approval. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in MUS 6220 or MUS 6620 . Repeatability: May be repeated 11 times for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 3 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6602 - Graduate Instrumental Coaching


    Units: 1
    Individual instrumental coaching in collaborative music making for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Coaching times arranged according to graduate degree recital expectations as outlined in the music major handbook. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor or Departmental approval. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in at least one course drawn from MUS 6610 -MUS 6699 or MUS 6210-MUS 6299. Repeatability: May be repeated 11 times for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of 3 units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6610 - Graduate Applied Study: Piano


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6611 - Graduate Applied Study: Organ


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6612 - Graduate Applied Study: Harpsichord


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6620 - Graduate Applied Study: Voice


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6630 - Graduate Applied Study: Violin


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6631 - Graduate Applied Study: Viola


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6632 - Graduate Applied Study: Cello


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6633 - Graduate Applied Study: Bass


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6634 - Graduate Applied Study: Harp


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6635 - Graduate Applied Study: Guitar


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6640 - Graduate Applied Study: Flute


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6641 - Graduate Applied Study: Oboe


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6642 - Graduate Applied Study: Clarinet


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6643 - Graduate Applied Study: Bassoon


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6644 - Graduate Applied Study: Saxophone


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6650 - Graduate Applied Study: Trumpet


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6651 - Graduate Applied Study: French Horn


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6652 - Graduate Applied Study: Trombone


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6653 - Graduate Applied Study: Baritone


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6654 - Graduate Applied Study: Tuba


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6660 - Graduate Applied Study: Percussion


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6670 - Graduate Applied Study: Composition


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6680 - Graduate Applied Study: Conducting


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6685 - Graduate Applied Study: Interactive and Media Composition


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6690 - Graduate Applied Study: Jazz Composition


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6691 - Graduate Applied Study: Jazz Piano and Keyboard


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6692 - Graduate Applied Study: Jazz Guitar


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6693 - Graduate Applied Study: Jazz Bass


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6694 - Graduate Applied Study: Jazz Drums and Percussion


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6695 - Graduate Applied Study: Jazz Saxophone


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6696 - Graduate Applied Study: Jazz Trumpet


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 6697 - Graduate Applied Study: Jazz Trombone


    Units: 1-3
    Individual instruction for music majors or minors with Graduate-level performance ability. Audition required. At the end of third quarter of study, students demonstrate their progress before a faculty jury. A failed jury results in a failing grade for the course. Prerequisites: Graduate level performance ability as outlined in the Department of Music Handbook. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 12 units. Students may enroll in a maximum of two units in a single quarter. Grading: A-F grading only.

Music: Courses for Non-Music Majors

  
  • MUS 1004 - Introduction to World Music


    Units: 4
    Survey of the music and artistic media of non-European cultures including Polynesia, Australia, Africa, Asia, Middle East and native North America. Development of musical understanding through exploration of basic universal elements of music, dance, ceremony and common human values. Previous musical training not necessary. Field trips may be required. Credit Restrictions: Not open to students with credit for MUS 1014 .
  
  • MUS 1006 - History of Rock and Roll


    Units: 4
    A survey of important performers and styles from the 1950’s to the present, and of the music’s African, rhythm and blues, and classical music sources. Previous musical training not necessary. Credit Restrictions: Not open to students with credit for MUS 2130.
  
  • MUS 1007 - History of Jazz


    Units: 4
    Periods, major performers and composers, trends, influences, stylistic features and cultural significance. Field trips may be required.
  
  • MUS 1008 - Music Theory for Non-Music Majors I


    Units: 4
    Fundamentals of music notation. Major and minor scale and chord formations. Emphasis on practical musicianship through rhythmic exercises and reading of songs on simple melody and rhythm instruments. Recommended for non-music majors in Liberal Studies and Multiple Subject Credential programs.
  
  • MUS 1014 - Introduction to World Music History


    Units: 4
    Survey of the music of selected cultures. Relationships among art, music, and religions from around the world with emphasis on cultural, historical, and social influences. Credit Restrictions: Not open to those with credit for MUS 1004 /ANTH 1004.
  
  • MUS 1104 - Global Hip-Hop


    Units: 4
    Exploration of the spread of hip-hop throughout the world, examining the social context, stylistic sources and musical work of artists from the US, Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America.
  
  • MUS 1106 - Blues, R&B and Soul


    Units: 4
    Examination of three musical genres that form the backbone of American popular music - blues, rhythm & blues, and soul - and the way these styles influence popular music and culture in the US and the rest of the world.
  
  • MUS 2269 - Arts and Media of the Golden State


    Units: 4
    The role of creativity in California, the mass-media cultural center of the world, including the stage, screen, recording industry, media, Silicon Valley, and gaming. Introduction to arts and media forms with an emphasis on the roles of delivery and content in developing a personal understanding and appreciation for arts and culture. Requires attendance at on- and off- campus arts and cultural events. Credit Restrictions: Not open to students with credit for THEA 2269 .
  
  • MUS 3002 - What to Listen for in Music


    Units: 4
    Development of a greater appreciation and enjoyment of music through study of the musical content of selected works. Study of the elements of music to develop critical listening skills applicable to all styles of music. Previous musical training not necessary. Field trips may be required.
  
  • MUS 3014 - Introduction to World Music and Culture


    Units: 4
    Music as tradition and the continuity it nurtures within a culture. Traditional music of Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East will be examined incorporating folk, classical, world beat, jazz, popular and experimental musics.
  
  • MUS 3120 - Art Song Literature


    Units: 4
    An historical survey of art song literature with a focus on important composers and their respective contributions to the genre. Includes the study of important song cycles. Intended for singers, teaching professionals, and aspiring private studio teachers. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
  
  • MUS 3898 - Cooperative Education


    Units: 1-4
    Supervised work experience in which student completes academic assignments integrated with off-campus paid or volunteer activities. Prerequisites: At least a 2.0 GPA; departmental approval of activity. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit, for a maximum of 8 units. Not applicable to the music major; a maximum of 4 units may be applied to the music minor. Grading: CR/NC grading only.
  
  • MUS 3999 - Issues in Music


    Units: 4
    Readings, discussion, and research on contemporary and/or significant issues in music. Repeatability: May be repeated for credit when content varies, for a maximum of 8 units.

Music: Education

  
  • MUS 2331 - Basic Orchestral Instruments: Violin and Viola


    Units: 1
    Instruction in the fundamentals of playing orchestral instruments; methods and materials for use in elementary and secondary schools. Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit, for a maximum of 2 units.
  
  • MUS 2332 - Basic Orchestral Instruments: Cello and Bass


    Units: 1
    Instruction in the fundamentals of playing orchestral instruments; methods and materials for use in elementary and secondary schools. Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit, for a maximum of 2 units.
  
  • MUS 2341 - Basic Orchestral Instruments: Clarinet


    Units: 1
    Instruction in the fundamentals of playing orchestral instruments; methods and materials for use in elementary and secondary schools. Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit, for a maximum of 2 units.
  
  • MUS 2342 - Basic Orchestral Instruments: Double Reeds


    Units: 1
    Instruction in the fundamentals of playing orchestral instruments; methods and materials for use in elementary and secondary schools. Prerequisites: MUS 2341   Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit, for a maximum of 2 units.
  
  • MUS 2343 - Basic Orchestral Instruments: Flute and Saxophone


    Units: 1
    Instruction in the fundamentals of playing orchestral instruments; methods and materials for use in elementary and secondary schools. Prerequisites: MUS 2341   Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit, for a maximum of 2 units.
  
  • MUS 2355 - Basic Orchestral Instruments: Basic Brass


    Units: 1
    Instruction in the fundamentals of playing orchestral instruments; methods and materials for use in elementary and secondary schools. Fundamentals of playing brass orchestral instruments (trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone, tuba) with attention to elementary and secondary school teaching techniques and materials. Two instruments will be studied each quarter. Prerequisites: Music major; others by consent of instructor. Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit, for a maximum of 2 units.
  
  • MUS 2361 - Basic Orchestral Instruments: Percussion


    Units: 1
    Instruction in the fundamentals of playing orchestral instruments; methods and materials for use in elementary and secondary schools. Repeatability: May be repeated once for credit, for a maximum of 2 units.
  
  • MUS 2410 - Foundations of Music Education


    Units: 4
    Overview of music education from K-12 for prospective music teachers. Students are introduced to methods by Kodaly, Orff, Suzuki, and others. Topics: philosophy of music education, music pedagogy for K-12, and the history, economics and politics of music education. Grading: A-F grading only.
  
  • MUS 3095 - Music Technology for Educators


    Units: 3
    Instruction in uses of audio and software, and software for desktop, interactive, and music publishing to aid in the development of music education curricula, programs, and lessons.
  
  • MUS 3370 - Basic Conducting


    Units: 3
    Basic techniques of conducting including simple, compound and asymmetrical meters, expression and interpretation through observation and laboratory experience. Prerequisites: Upper division standing or consent of instructor.
  
  • MUS 3380 - Choral Conducting


    Units: 3
    Special techniques of choral conducting including vocal and score reading and analysis, interpretation, and rehearsal through observation and laboratory experience. Prerequisites: Upper division standing or consent of instructor; MUS 3370  or equivalent must precede MUS 3380.
  
  • MUS 3390 - Instrumental Conducting


    Units: 3
    Special techniques of instrumental conducting including score reading and analysis, interpretation, rehearsal through observation and laboratory experience. Prerequisites: Upper division standing or consent of instructor. MUS 3370  or equivalent must precede MUS 3390.
  
  • MUS 4435 - Seminar in Public School Instrumental Teaching Techniques


    Units: 3
    Provides opportunity for students intending to become teachers to develop rehearsal techniques, organizational procedures related to public school band and orchestra programs; to become familiar with public school teaching materials; to further develop conducting techniques; and to improve secondary instruments skills. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: Basic Conducting; two quarters each, basic strings, woodwinds, brass, one of percussion; others by consent of instructor.
  
  • MUS 4440 - Seminar in Public School Choral Teaching Techniques


    Units: 3
    Development of rehearsal techniques and organizational procedures related to choirs and vocal ensembles in the public schools. Teaching materials and appropriate literature from various stylistic periods. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: MUS 3370  and MUS 3380 , or consent of instructor.
  
  • MUS 4445 - Seminar in Elementary Classroom Music Teaching Techniques


    Units: 3
    Development of classroom management and teaching techniques appropriate for elementary general music and choral classes. Emphasis on the Kodaly method and related instructional materials. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: Upper division standing or consent of instructor.
 

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