Note: Only six degree credits, including MU101 plus one 3-credit course combining MU200 courses, may apply toward degree requirements.
101. Music Appreciation 3 Credits
A survey course of western music from the medieval through the contemporary periods.
200. Applied Music 1 Credit
A course that provides studio instruction in keyboard instruments, orchestra and band instruments, and voice under the guidance of a performing artist. Offered at various levels of advancement appropriate to the individual student. Objectives include analysis and mastery of technical problems and the study of literature characteristic of the instrument or voice. This course is repeatable for credit. Prerequisites: permission of instructor and audition, if required. Three accumulated hours will comprise one three-degree-credit course upon petition by the student.
210. Campus Choraleers 1 Credit
A select group of 40 mixed voices organized for the study and performance of advanced choral works of all periods. Repeatable for credit to three accumulated hours. Repeatable without credit indefinitely. Three accumulated hours will comprise one three-degree-credit course upon petition by the student. Prerequisite: audition
230. Instrumental Ensemble 1 Credit
A course that provides study, analysis, and performance of music for small instrumental groups of verse combinations. An objective is to become acquainted with a wide variety of music and styles pertaining to the student's instrument and to other instruments as well. (This requires several sections to accommodate combinations. Sections are scheduled by the instructor with the students). Three accumulated hours will comprise a three-degree-credit course upon petition by the student.
260. Regimental Band 1 Credit
A course that provides study and performance of marching band literature and technique, as well as rehearsal and presentation of small ensemble pep band music. Membership is open, through audition, to members of the Corps of Cadets. Three accumulated hours will comprise a three-degree-credit course upon petition by the student.
300. The Vermont Philharmonic Orchestra 1 Credit
A major project in community arts development through study and performance. The Vermont Philharmonic orchestra presents, throughout the state, a series of symphonic concerts each season. Membership is open to qualified players of orchestral instruments by audition. Three accumulated hours will comprise a three-degree-credit course upon petition by the student.
