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Music - Undergraduate - Ensembles The 1000-level courses are designated for the first four successful semesters of ensemble participation.
The 3000-level courses are designated for junior and senior music majors only.
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MUSC 3730 - Wind Ensemble (0-1)
Performance of appropriate wind ensemble works from all areas. Auditions are held at the beginning of each semester. May be repeated for credit. For advanced students. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 3731 - Orchestra (0-1)
Performs standard orchestral literature, operas, oratorios, concerti, and musical theatre shows. Admission by audition only.
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MUSC 3733 - Symphonic Band (0-1)
Performance of literature from all eras, including contemporary works for this medium. Auditions are held at the beginning of each semester. May be repeated for credit. Offered: Spring.
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MUSC 3739 - Marching Band (0-1)
Performs at home football games and away games as needed. Offered: Fall.
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MUSC 3750 - Worship Arts Ensemble (0-1)
A versatile ensemble that collaborates to perform music, dance, drama, and visual art from diverse worshiping traditions in service to the church. By audition only, open to any major. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 3751 - Campus Worship Team (0-1)
A vocal and instrumental ensemble that plans and leads worship for the campus community. By audition only, open to any major. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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Music - Undergraduate - Performance Instruction Credit for performance study is consistent with the National Association of Schools of Music minimum standard of three hours of practice per week for each credit. For undergraduate performance study, the first number of the course indicates classification level (1000-Freshman, 2000-Sophomore, 3000-Junior, 4000-Senior) while the second number indicates the amount of course credits: [i.e., MUSA 1151 (1); MUSA 2251 Piano (2); 3251 Piano (2); 4351 Piano (3)].
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MUSA 1117 - String Bass (1)
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MUSA 1120 - Percussion (1)
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MUSA 1125 - French Horn (1)
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MUSA 1129 - Euphonium (1)
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MUSA 1131 - Saxophone (1)
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MUSA 1148 - Harpsichord (1)
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MUSA 1179 - Classical Guitar (1)
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Music - Undergraduate - Class Instruction All class instruction courses earn 1 credit. |
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MUSC 1910 - Class Guitar I (1)
Introductory course in fundamentals of guitar playing to enable leading and accompanying group singing. Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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MUSC 1911 - Class Guitar II (1)
Advanced course for fundamentals of guitar playing so students can lead and accompany group singing. Prereq: MUSC 1910 . Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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MUSC 1912 - Class Fretted Instruments (1)
This course will familiarize students with fundamental characteristics and typical uses of fretted instruments employed in educational and congregational settings. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 1920 - Class Voice I (1)
First course for fundamentals of singing, including vocal technique and solo vocal performance. Offered: Fall.
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MUSC 1921 - Class Voice II (1)
Second course for fundamentals of singing, including vocal technique and solo vocal performance. Prereq: MUSC 1920 . Offered: Spring.
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MUSC 1941 - Class Piano I (1)
Students must pass this course with a grade of C- or better to advance to Class Piano II (MUSC 1942 ).
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MUSC 1942 - Class Piano II (1)
Students must pass this course with a grade of C- or better to advance to Class Piano III (MUSC 2941 ).
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MUSC 2941 - Class Piano III (1)
Advanced course for fundamentals of piano playing. This is the final course in the Class Piano sequence. Prereqs: MUSC 1941 and MUSC 1942 with a grade of C- or higher, or approval by Coordinator of Class Piano. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 2942 - Class Piano IV (1)
Includes the administration of the piano proficiency exam.
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MUSC 3931 - Class Strings (1)
Offered: On rotation.
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MUSC 3932 - Class Woodwinds (1)
Offered: On rotation.
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MUSC 3933 - Class Brass (1)
Offered: On rotation.
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MUSC 3934 - Class Percussion (1)
Offered: On rotation.
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Music - Graduate - Church Music |
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MUSC 5115 - Music Ministry on the Lord’s Day (3)
Explores theological, historical, and practical dimensions of Christian worship, examining issues related to the planning and implementation of worship on the Lord’s Day in various Christian traditions. Particular attention devoted to the liturgical functions of music. Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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MUSC 5125 - Singing the Faith (3)
Survey of the history and practice of congregational song, with primary focus on texts and secondary attention to functional use of music. Application of this literature in the design and leadership of worship. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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MUSC 5135 - Music as Theological Expression (3)
Explores theological and philosophical assumptions undergirding the practices of music in Christian faith and worship. A variety of models are considered. Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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MUSC 5145 - Worship Arts in the Church (3)
Explores theological, pastoral, and artistic frameworks undergirding the practices of arts ministry in Christian faith and worship. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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MUSC 5155 - Performance Document (2)
This discipline-based course explores significant research on topics related to the student’s applied area of study, concentration, and coursework. Prereq: MUSC 5300 . Offered: Spring.
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MUSC 5160 - Congregational Song (4)
Survey of the history and practice of congregational song, with primary focus on texts and secondary attention to functional use of music. Application of this literature in the design and leadership of worship. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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MUSC 5165 - Graduate Thesis in Church Music (2)
The graduate thesis is an integrative and culminating project of the master of music in church music degree. It provides students the opportunity to carefully and reflectively integrate their coursework with their particular musical, theological, and pastoral interest. This course is taken for two semesters and is guided by a church music faculty mentor. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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Music - Graduate - Conducting |
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MUSA 5160 - Composition (1)
Students acquire compositional skills through applied lessons, practice, and performance. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 5221 - Seminar in Choral Conducting (2)
Integrated study of score analysis, choral styles, rehearsal techniques, and conducting gesture. Permission of the instructor is required. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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MUSC 5230 - Seminar in Instrumental Conducting (2)
Advanced studies in instrumental conducting. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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MUSC 5240 - Graduate Conducting (2)
Advanced study of score analysis, rehearsal techniques, and conducting gesture. Special projects assigned according to student’s development and interests. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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Music - Graduate - Music Education & Pedagogy |
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MUSC 5000 - Graduate Theory Review (3)
Review of music theory from late Renaissance to the present with focus on chromatic harmony through part-writing and analysis. Offered: Fall.
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MUSC 5300 - Research in Music (3)
Study of bibliographical material and research techniques in music. Offered: Fall.
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MUSC 5310 - Curriculum and Teaching in the Elementary School (3)
Survey of methodologies and techniques for teaching elementary age children. This course is designed for graduate music education students pursuing the master of music education degree (fifth year non-traditional program). Offered: Fall.
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MUSC 5320 - Curriculum and Teaching in the Secondary School: Choral (3)
Survey of methodologies and techniques for teaching secondary vocal/choral students, with emphasis upon vocal development and choral techniques. This course is designed for graduate music education students pursuing the master of music education degree (fifth year non-traditional program). Offered: Spring.
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MUSC 5321 - Vocal Techniques (1)
Overview of the structure, function, and care of the human voice as it is used in singing. Offered: Fall.
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MUSC 5330 - Curriculum and Teaching in the Secondary School: Instrumental (3)
Survey of methodologies and techniques for teaching secondary instrumental students, with emphasis upon building curricular models for instrumental students, developing administrative skills, and creating a healthy environment for music learning. This course is designed for graduate music education students pursuing the master of music education degree (fifth year non-traditional program). Offered: Fall.
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MUSC 5340 - Foundations and Curricular Trends in American Music Education (3)
Comprehensive review of the internal components (what, when, how, why) and external impact of music curricula, with special demands of writing and implementing curricula for the future. Offered: Spring.
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MUSC 5360 - Orff Schulwerk, Level I (3)
Orff Schulwerk is a child-centered approach to music education based on the principles of German educator and composer, Carl Orff (1895-1982). It combines speaking, singing, playing instruments, and movement in a creative atmosphere that encourages participation, creates enjoyment, and enables learning. Level I Orff Schulwerk is limited to pentatonic scale only. Offered: Summer.
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MUSC 5361 - Orff Schulwerk, Level II (3)
Continuation of Level I as it reviews and reinforces Level I concepts using more advanced materials, including the diatonic scale. In addition, Level II refines the teaching process through searching for materials from all cultures, assessing musical growth and development, and practicing with advanced orchestration. Prereq: MUSC 5360 , or instructor permission. Offered: Summer, on rotation.
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MUSC 5380 - Assessment of Music and Reading Across the Curriculum (2)
Study of the purpose and process of evaluation in music education. Trains pre-service music teachers to quantify and interpret assessment results to make informed judgments in the reflective teaching process. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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MUSC 5391 - National Board Professional Teaching Standards for Music I (3)
Study of aspects of practice that distinguish accomplished teachers. Cast in terms of actions that teachers take to advance student achievement, this course addresses the standards for National Board certification while incorporating the essential knowledge, skills, dispositions, and commitments that allow teachers to practice at a high level. Offered: Fall.
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MUSC 5392 - National Board Professional Teaching Standards for Music II (3)
Continuation of the study of aspects of practice that distinguish accomplished teachers. Cast in terms of actions that teachers take to advance student achievement, this course addresses the standards for National Board certification while incorporating the essential knowledge, skills, dispositions, and commitments that allow teachers to practice at a high level. Prereq: MUSC 5391 . Offered: Spring.
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MUSC 5399 - Student Teaching Grades P-12 (6)
Supervised teaching experiences. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 5597 - Curriculum Integration of Music Technology (3)
Introduction to the practice of technology in music. Includes hands-on experience with computer notation, sound sequencing, audio podcasting, and short film editing. Prereq: Permission of the instructor. Offered: Summer, on rotation.
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MUSC 5620 - Seminar in Vocal Pedagogy (2)
Development of a sophisticated understanding of vocal function, together with effective patterns of studio teaching and application of research skills to this discipline. Offered: Fall.
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MUSC 5630 - Seminar in Instrumental Pedagogy/Literature (2)
This course is designed to acquaint graduate music students with current methods and materials in teaching and their practical applications. This course will provide insights on business practices for music teachers and an introduction to the latest pedagogical methods, music teaching technology, and apps that aid in teaching lessons. Offered: On rotation. Note: Course offered for 1 credit through Summer 2018; It will be offered for 2 credits beginning Fall 2018.
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MUSC 5640 - Piano Pedagogy I (3)
In-depth study of methods, materials, and curriculum for teaching piano. Additional topics include the history of piano pedagogy, current trends, professionalism, and the philosophical and psychological bases for piano study. Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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MUSC 5642 - Piano Pedagogy II (3)
In-depth study of methods, materials, and curriculum for teaching piano. Additional topics include the history of piano pedagogy, current trends, professionalism, and the philosophical and psychological bases for piano study. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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MUSC 5650 - Organ Pedagogy (2)
Introduction to pedagogical techniques that enable students to teach organ to persons who already have basic keyboard skills. Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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MUSC 5662 - Special Studies in Music Education (2)
Directed, independent studies in music education.
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MUSC 5663 - Special Studies in Music Education (3)
Directed, independent studies in music education.
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MUSC 5664 - Special Studies in Music Education (4)
Directed, independent studies in music education.
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Music - Graduate - Music History & Literature |
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MUSC 5401 - History and Application of Performance Practices I (2)
Study of vocal and instrumental performance practice in historical context. Students explore primary sources and apply the principles to problems of musical performance and pedagogy. Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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MUSC 5402 - History and Application of Performance Practices II (2)
Seminar in performance practice in students’ individual musical disciplines. Participants engage in research using primary sources and present their findings in a public forum. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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MUSC 5421 - Seminar in Vocal Literature (2)
Study of the vocal repertoire of representative composers from Europe, the United States, and South America. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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MUSC 5422 - Survey of Choral Literature (2)
Study of choral forms and literature from c. 1450 to the present. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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MUSC 5430 - Survey of Symphonic Literature (2)
Study of major developments in symphonic literature, with emphasis upon major contributors and their compositions. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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MUSC 5440 - Survey of Piano Literature (2)
Study of major contributors to piano literature and their compositions. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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MUSC 5450 - Survey of Organ Literature (2)
Study of major contributors to organ literature and their compositions. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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MUSC 5462 - Topics in Music History (2)
Courses offered by music professors based on an in-depth study of a particular topic. Offered: Fall and Spring, on rotation.
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Music - Graduate - Music Theory & Composition |
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MUSC 5500 - Analytical Techniques (2)
Graduate-level studies in analyzing music from major periods of music history, beginning with the medieval period. Offered: Spring and Summer, on rotation.
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MUSC 5520 - Choral Arranging (2)
Introduction to basic principles of arranging for choral ensembles, both unaccompanied and with instrumental accompaniment. Students develop choral arranging skills through practical exercises exploring a variety of voicings and accompaniments. Offered: Fall.
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MUSC 5530 - Instrumental Arranging (2)
Practical experience in the craft of arranging for instruments. Offered: Spring.
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Music - Graduate - Performance-Related |
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MUSC 5699 - Graduate Recital (0)
Certification of completion of graduate performance recital. Registration for this requirement should be done the same semester the recital will be given. Grading is pass/fail.
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Music - Graduate - Ensembles |
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MUSC 5720 - University Chorale (0-1)
Performs a cross-section of quality literature in major concerts and University events each year. No audition is required.
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MUSC 5721 - A Cappella Choir (0-1)
Performs both regionally and internationally, as well as for important University functions throughout the year. Auditions for membership in the A Cappella Choir are held before July 1.
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MUSC 5723 - Samford Opera (0-1)
Performance of operas and operettas. Audition only, open to any major. May be repeated for credit. Offered: Fall or Spring.
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MUSC 5724 - Opera Workshop (0-1)
Study of stagecraft related to opera and other forms of music theatre, including basic acting and movement. Students will workshop and perform short selections from operas, plays, and musicals. Open to all music majors and musical theatre majors. Non-majors need to request an interview with the instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. Offered: Fall or Spring.
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MUSC 5730 - Wind Ensemble (0-1)
Performance of appropriate wind ensemble works from all areas. Auditions are held at the beginning of each semester. May be repeated for credit. For advanced students. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 5731 - Orchestra (0-1)
Performs standard orchestral literature, operas, oratorios, concerti, and musical theatre shows. Admission by audition only.
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MUSC 5732 - Graduate Chamber Ensemble (0-1)
Chamber ensemble groupings of varying combinations including, but not limited to, Jazz Ensemble, Bells of Buchanan, Percussion Ensemble, etc. May be repeated four times, for a maximum of 4 credits. Grading is pass/fail.
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MUSC 5739 - Marching Band (0-1)
Performs at home football games and away games as needed. Offered: Fall.
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MUSC 5750 - Worship Arts Ensemble (0-1)
A versatile ensemble that collaborates to perform music, dance, drama, and visual art from diverse worshiping traditions in service to the church. By audition only, open to any major. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 5751 - Campus Worship Team (0-1)
A vocal and instrumental ensemble that plans and leads worship for the campus community. By audition only, open to any major. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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Music - Graduate - Performance Instruction Credit for performance study is consistent with the National Association of Schools of Music minimum standard of three hours of practice per week for each credit. For performance study, the first number of the course indicates classification level (1000-Freshman, 2000-Sophomore, 3000-Junior, 4000-Senior, 5000-Graduate) while the second number indicates the amount of course credits: i.e., MUSA 5111 Violin (1); MUSA 5251 Piano (2); MUSA 5357 Voice (3).
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