Undergraduate Program

A course for the student with no previous musical experience. Topics covered include notation, intervals, chords, and other basic concepts of tonal harmony, with application to the study of a wide range of styles including popular idioms. Students should not be able to read music. Students who complete MUSC 110 may NOT enroll in MUSC 101, credit will NOT be given for both.

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(MW 9:00AM - 10:15AM)

Private carillon instruction, weekly 30-minute lessons or the equivalent. Assignments, public concerts (3+), and open tower workshop sessions are scheduled in addition to 30 min weekly lessons. 

Prerequisites for MUSC 104 are:
- Fluent sight reading of both treble and bass clef.
- No fear of heights.
- Climb or descend 12 flights of steps, as necessary.
- Instruction in keyboard recommended, several years (piano, organ, advanced marimba).
- By audition only, contact instructor a week prior to first day of class.

Permission of instructor required.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

Introduces students to basic musicianship skills. Begins with exercises in pitch matching and basic interval recognition and progresses toward other skills, such as singing simple melodies at sight, sight-reading various rhythmic patterns, and dictating simple melodies and chord progressions. Prospective music majors, especially those with prior singing experience, typically skip this course and begin with MUSC 113.

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(TR 2:00PM - 2:50PM)

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(TR 3:25PM - 4:15PM)

Basic concepts of music theory, addressing students with some musical experience in an instrument or voice, but little or no music theory. Scales, keys, intervals, chords, basic part-writing, and other fundamental aspects of musical structure. Some ear training and aural skills. Prerequisite: The ability to read music, preferably in both treble and bass clefs. Students who have completed MUSC 101 may NOT register for MUSC 110, credit will NOT be given for both.

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(MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM)

This course focuses on the same broad topics as MUSC 111, and draws from a similarly varied repertoire, but introduces more complex concepts, including chromatic harmony and scales, advanced formal analysis, key changes, elaborate rhythmic and metric patterns, and intricate textural layering. Prerequisite: MUSC 111. (Spring only)

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(TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM)

This course focuses on the same broad topics as MUSC 111, and draws from a similarly varied repertoire, but introduces more complex concepts, including chromatic harmony and scales, advanced formal analysis, key changes, elaborate rhythmic and metric patterns, and intricate textural layering. Prerequisite: MUSC 111. (Spring only)

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(TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM)

This course focuses on the same broad topics as MUSC 111, and draws from a similarly varied repertoire, but introduces more complex concepts, including chromatic harmony and scales, advanced formal analysis, key changes, elaborate rhythmic and metric patterns, and intricate textural layering. Prerequisite: MUSC 111. (Spring only)

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(TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM)

This course focuses on the same broad topics as MUSC 111, and draws from a similarly varied repertoire, but introduces more complex concepts, including chromatic harmony and scales, advanced formal analysis, key changes, elaborate rhythmic and metric patterns, and intricate textural layering. Prerequisite: MUSC 111. (Spring only)

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(MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM)

This course focuses on the same broad topics as MUSC 111, and draws from a similarly varied repertoire, but introduces more complex concepts, including chromatic harmony and scales, advanced formal analysis, key changes, elaborate rhythmic and metric patterns, and intricate textural layering. Prerequisite: MUSC 111. (Spring only)

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(MW 12:30PM - 1:45PM)

This course develops basic musicianship skills with an emphasis of diatonic sight-singing, rhythmic sight-reading, and dictation of diatonic melodies and chord progressions. The exercises and in-class activities are similar to MUSC 109 but at a more advanced level. (1 credit)

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(MW 10:00AM - 10:50AM)

This course develops basic musicianship skills with an emphasis of diatonic sight-singing, rhythmic sight-reading, and dictation of diatonic melodies and chord progressions. The exercises and in-class activities are similar to MUSC 109 but at a more advanced level. (1 credit)

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(MW 11:00AM - 11:50AM)

Continuation of MUSC 113 with an increased emphasis on chrom- aticism, especially simple modulation and mode mixture. The course puts emphasis on ensemble singing and aural analysis.

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(TR 11:00AM - 11:50AM)

Continuation of MUSC 113 with an increased emphasis on chrom- aticism, especially simple modulation and mode mixture. The course puts emphasis on ensemble singing and aural analysis.

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(TR 12:00PM - 12:50PM)

Continuation of MUSC 114 with greater emphasis on chromaticism and aural analysis.

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(MW 12:00PM - 12:50PM)

Introduces students to the keyboard as a vehicle for broader musical development. Covers basic piano technique, sight-reading of simple chord progressions, realization of figured bass, and basic improvisation. No prior keyboard training required. Permission of instructor required and successful completion of MUSC 111 and MUSC 112. (2 credits)

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(MW 9:00AM - 9:50AM)

Continuation of MUSC 116. Students completing this course fulfill the piano proficiency for the music major. Prerequisite: MUSC 116 or permission of instructor.

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(MW 11:50AM - 12:40PM)

MUSC 119 is a continuation of MUSC 118 (taken in the Fall term).  MUSC 118 is the pre-requisite for MUSC 119.  MUSC 119 is not a course for beginners, nor is it at a beginning level.

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(MW 6:35PM - 7:25PM)

MUSC 119 is a continuation of MUSC 118 (taken in the Fall term).  MUSC 118 is the pre-requisite for MUSC 119.  MUSC 119 is not a course for beginners, nor is it at a beginning level.

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(TR 6:35PM - 7:25PM)

MUSC 119 is a continuation of MUSC 118 (taken in the Fall term).  MUSC 118 is the pre-requisite for MUSC 119.  MUSC 119 is not a course for beginners, nor is it at a beginning level.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

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(M 2:00PM - 3:00PM)

This course focuses on protest music in America during the 20th and 21st centuries. We will examine how music has been used throughout American history to articulate the social and political concerns of Americans. As we examine genres such as folk music, the blues, punk, rock ’n roll, hip hop, and funk, we will focus on how artists within each genre musically and verbally expressed the existential realities facing American culture. We will also look closely at specific social movements and political events - such as the labor movement, the civil rights movement, the Vietnam war, women's liberation, LGBTQ activism, and the Black Lives Matter Movement, among others - to understand how the music in each era impacted, and was impacted by, the American sociocultural milieu. 

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(MW 12:30PM - 1:45PM)

This course surveys rock music in the 1970s, paying special attention to ways in which 70s styles developed out of 60s styles. Artists considered will include Jimi Hendrix, Cream, Yes, Led Zeppelin, The Who, The Allman Brothers, The Eagles, Black Sabbath, The Cars, Tom Petty, The Sex Pistols and Elvis Costello, plus many more. No prerequisites.

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(MW 2:00PM - 3:15PM)

Will include a historical overview of music stars and the publicity campaigns used to promote their careers.From Frank Sinatra-1940s; through Elvis Presley;-1950s; through The Beatles & The Rolling Stones in the 1960s, up through self-indulgent 70s with acts like Elton John, Kiss, and Prince, up to today's high profile campaigns for Justin Bieber, Rhianna and Lady Gaga. Students will be versed in the art of writing an artist bio, press releases, and in the various types of PR events staged to gain publicity, Starmakers will also look at the various types of publicity such as career launching; crisis management(scandals; sudden death of celebrity)and tour press. We will also look at how social media has become a game changer for music publicity.

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(T 5:00PM - 7:00PM)

This is a course devoted to the performance of work--both dramatic scenes and songs--from the musical theatre repertoire. The class follows a workshop model, with students singing, acting and performing material that is then critiqued and reworked. Students will get to work on both contemporary and Golden Age musical theatre repertoire in both solo/monologue format and in scenes. The class is intended for students with some background in musical theatre performance and is by audition only. The class may culminate in a public showing of work undertaken over the course of the semester.

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(W 3:25PM - 6:05PM)

An introduction to the history of Western classical music from the Middle Ages to the present, with emphasis on recognition of the chief stylistic characteristics and understanding of major genres of each period. Prerequisite: MUSC 112 or permission of instructor.

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(TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM)

This class explores the many genres of Western classical music, with examples drawn from the symphonic repertoire, chamber music, solo keyboard works, opera, choral music, and art song.  Music from the Baroque to the present will be included.  The emphasis will be on music being performed in Rochester during the semester.

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(MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM)

This course introduces students to Indian popular music across film, independent, and global contexts. Topics include the history of Bollywood and its role in shaping India’s music industry, the musical traditions of regional film industries such as Tollywood and Kollywood, and the emergence of independent artists. The course also examines how Indian popular music circulates in diasporic communities and global markets. Students will listen to and analyze representative works to understand both the cultural contexts and the musical features that define Indian popular genres.

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(MW 3:25PM - 4:40PM)

This course will examine the relationship between the religious and theological beliefs of African American musicians and their musical artistry. We will journey through various African American music genres of the 20th centuryblues, jazz, gospel, soul, funk, hip hop, etcand will study how religion has influenced performance style, lyrical content, vocality, melodic and harmonic contour, among a host of other factors.

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(MW 2:00PM - 3:15PM)

This one semester course introduces a rich tapestry of orchestral literature in film, video, and game music. Through analysis of both scores and the films in which they operate, topic theory (with examples from the very earliest to the very latest), and further deep dives into interpretation and orchestration, we will assemble a working knowledge of the mechanics of musical narrative as it is meant to enhance a visual image. Some musical experience will be helpful, but is not necessary for enrollment the course.

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(MW 2:00PM - 3:15PM)

From Nigerian movies to Zimbabwean dancehall songs, this course uses popular music, dance, film, street art, bus slogans, newspapers and other sources to document African interpretations of contemporary social, political, and cultural issues. We will let African musicians, writers, directors, and artists guide our investigation into the big questions of the class: Why is the gap between rich and poor in African societies increasing? What is happening to gender relations? What do African people think of their political leaders and how do they imagine political situations might improve? Student projects may include teaching a popular African dance style; performing a popular song or theatrical skit from Africa; organizing a film screening or mini-festival; writing a research paper; or producing a podcast on African popular arts.

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(MW 12:30PM - 1:45PM)

Kerfala Fana Bangoura will lead this exploration in Dance, Drumming and Historical Context in Guinea, West Africa. The instructor is a native of Guinea and has been a part of prestigious National companies Les Ballets Africains and Percussion de Guinee. The instruction will include rhythmic foundations for drummers and dancers and will build knowledge of the djembe, dundun, sangban, kenkeni, krins and bell and how they are used culturally for music and dance. Students will learn style, form, technique, and historical context of the dance right in the midst of the vibrant culture and landscape of Guinea. 

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

Participants in the Treble Chorus form a vocal ensemble of high-voiced singers from across the university community. They explore history and cultures by studying diverse repertoire, sharing their understandings in concert performances scheduled throughout the semester.  They also have the opportunity to cultivate healthy vocal production and musicianship skills. To join, simply register for the class. The instructor will arrange voice part hearings during the first week of classes. 

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(R 6:45PM - 8:45PM)

Chamber Singers: Description: A small mixed ensemble of 16 to 20 voices that performs a wide variety of choral repertoire from the Renaissance to the present. By audition only. Auditions are held each semester

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(MW 4:50PM - 6:05PM)

URSO (Symphony Orchestra) is a university-civic orchestra whose members are selected from both UR student body and greater Rochester community. Membership through auditions, occurs prior to the first rehearsal of each season. Other auditions may be held as needed throughout the season.

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(T 7:30PM - 10:00PM)

URCO (Chamber Orchestra) Membership is limited and is granted by the music director through competitive auditions, which occur prior to the first scheduled rehearsal of each season. Auditions may be held as needed during the academic year.

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(M 4:50PM - 6:00PM)

(W 4:50PM - 7:00PM)

The chamber music program facilitates formation and coaching of serious advanced chamber ensembles. One academic credit may be earned by registering and successfully completing all requirements listed under course work. Admission by permission of the coordinator. Participation will not count toward fulfillment of the ensemble requirement.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

Wind Symphony draws its membership primarily from the student body on River Campus and performs music of various styles, genres, and eras. Membership by audition. Coursework: One rehearsal per week; individual practice. At least four concerts per academic year. Attendance required at all rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and concerts, unless excused in advance by conductor.

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(M 7:30PM - 10:00PM)

The Jazz Ensemble is open by audition to all U of R community, and performing a wide variety of music. Occasional guests artists and clinicians. (Fall and Spring) (1 credit)

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(R 5:00PM - 6:15PM)

(T 5:00PM - 6:15PM)

Small group playing of selections from the jazz repertoire, with an emphasis on improvisation. Admission is by permission of instructor only. (1 credit)

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(M 5:00PM - 7:00PM)

One rehearsal per week. Two concerts per semester. In addition, there may be off-campus performances in local colleges, churches, and other venues in the greater-Rochester community. The Gospel Choir performs a varied repertoire of sacred music -- spirituals, hymns, traditional and contemporary Gospel, music of the praise-and-worship genre. (Fall and Spring) (1 credit)

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(T 7:00PM - 8:15PM)

A mixed ensemble of voices that performs a wide variety of choral repertoire for large chorus, including regular performances with orchestra. An informalvoicing is required for all potential members; students must demonstrate the ability to sing in tune and read music. Prerequisite: Auditions are held each semester

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(M 6:15PM - 8:05PM)

Introduction to the discipline of music cognition. Topics include empirical methods, psycho-acoustic principles, influence of Gestalt psychology, music and language, metric and tonal hierarchies, music and the brain, aspects of musical development, and research on musical memory, expectation, and emotion.

Prerequisite: One semester of collegiate music theory (MUR 101, MUR 110, MUR 111 or TH 101), AP exam score of 4 or 5, or permission of instructor.

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(TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM)

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(T 3:35PM - 5:25PM)

Led by Master Drummer Fana Bangoura, the West African Drumming Ensemble is dedicated to the dynamic percussive traditions of Guinea. The ensemble combines the iconic djembe hand drum with a trio of drums played with sticks, known as dunun, sangban, and kenkeni. The powerful, multi-part relationships established by this trio of drums provide a rhythmic foundation for the ensemble, enabling djembe players to develop technique in executing both accompaniment and solo parts. Drawing upon his experience as a soloist with the internationally acclaimed groups Les Percussions de Guine and Les Ballets Africains, Fana engages ensemble players with a wide repertory of music from various regions of Guinea, including the rhythms of the Susu, Malinke, and Baga language groups.

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(MW 7:30PM - 8:45PM)

Brass Choir is a 15-20 member ensemble dedicated to performing quality brass music at a high level while fostering a spirit of community among brass players on the RC. Open to experienced trumpet, horn, trombone, euphonium, and tuba players.

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(R 6:15PM - 7:15PM)

The Rock Repertory Ensemble is devoted to performing accurate versions of songs from the rock music repertory, with selections ranging from the early 1950s to the present day. Open to guitarists, bassists, drummers, keyboard players, and singers, with consideration given to winds players depending on repertory for a given semester. Audition required.

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(T 4:00PM - 7:00PM)

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(R 6:30PM - 7:30PM)

Intro to Classical Guitar: Intro to Classical Guitar will introduce students to rudiments of classical guitar technique, including tuning, basic posture and position, chord formation, note reading, and introduction to repertoire. Basic ensemble techniques will be incorporated into class sessions.By the end of the semester, students will be able to:- Individually perform beginning classical guitar repertoire- Accompany songs with arpeggiated technique- Sight-read assigned music selections, using standard music notation**GUITARS ARE NOT SUPPLIED***

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(M 5:15PM - 6:15PM)

Intro to Classical Guitar: Intro to Classical Guitar will introduce students to rudiments of classical guitar technique, including tuning, basic posture and position, chord formation, note reading, and introduction to repertoire. Basic ensemble techniques will be incorporated into class sessions.By the end of the semester, students will be able to:- Individually perform beginning classical guitar repertoire- Accompany songs with arpeggiated technique- Sight-read assigned music selections, using standard music notation**GUITARS ARE NOT SUPPLIED***

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(R 5:15PM - 6:15PM)

Sansifanyi is an ensemble that provides various performance opportunities both on and off-campus for intermediate and advanced students of African dance & drumming. Instructor Kerfala Bangoura trains ensemble members in a performance style that integrates dance, drumming, vocal song, and narrative elements. Dancers who enroll in Sansifanyi will learn choreographic techniques for West African dance and gain experience dancing as soloists. Dancers will also learn focus on rhythmic timing and on drumming while dancing. Drummers enrolled in Sansifanyi will learn extended percussion arrangements and techniques for accompanying choreography. They will also learn how to play the breaks required of lead drummers.
Prerequisites: Audition on First day of class OR for Drummers one of the following: MUSC168A, MUSC168B, MUSC146. For Dancers of the following: DAN181&182, DAN 283, DAN 253, DAN 285. Email kerfala.bangoura@rochester.edu with questions.

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(TR 6:45PM - 8:15PM)

This course covers the fundamentals in becoming an audio engineer. Topics covered include: Acoustics, Psychoacoustics, Microphones, Signal Processing, Tape Recording, Digital Audio Theory, Signal Flow, Studio Etiquette, Digital Audio Workstations, Music Business, Recording Audio, and Mixing Audio. You do not need any previous experience in recording, however some familiarity with music and how it is created is needed.
There are four group recording projects that make up the bulk of the course, each with their own guidelines and challenges. This course requires considerable time to be spent on projects outside of the lecture and lab times. The labs are required to take this course.
First-year non-AME Major students are ineligible to take this course.
Prerequisites: None
INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION ONLY.

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(TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM)

This course covers the fundamentals in becoming an audio engineer. Topics covered include: Acoustics, Psychoacoustics, Microphones, Signal Processing, Tape Recording, Digital Audio Theory, Signal Flow, Studio Etiquette, Digital Audio Workstations, Music Business, Recording Audio, and Mixing Audio. You do not need any previous experience in recording, however some familiarity with music and how it is created is needed.
There are four group recording projects that make up the bulk of the course, each with their own guidelines and challenges. This course requires considerable time to be spent on projects outside of the lecture and lab times. The labs are required to take this course.
First-year non-AME Major students are ineligible to take this course.
Prerequisites: None
INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION ONLY.

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(T 4:50PM - 6:05PM)

This course covers the fundamentals in becoming an audio engineer. Topics covered include: Acoustics, Psychoacoustics, Microphones, Signal Processing, Tape Recording, Digital Audio Theory, Signal Flow, Studio Etiquette, Digital Audio Workstations, Music Business, Recording Audio, and Mixing Audio. You do not need any previous experience in recording, however some familiarity with music and how it is created is needed.
There are four group recording projects that make up the bulk of the course, each with their own guidelines and challenges. This course requires considerable time to be spent on projects outside of the lecture and lab times. The labs are required to take this course.
First-year non-AME Major students are ineligible to take this course.
Prerequisites: None
INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION ONLY.

Location

(T 7:40PM - 8:55PM)

The course is intended to provide students a basic understanding of SOUND DESIGN and working with sound for picture. The emphasis is on demonstrations and hands-on experience to enable students to gain a practical knowledge of sound and music production using computers.

Topics include synthesizers & samplers; recording and editing with Pro Tools and Logic Pro; sound effect creation; foley & automatic dialog replacement; basic soundtrack composition; and working to picture. Many techniques are explored, employing software and hardware-based sound creation tools throughout the course. Students will complete a major sound design project at the conclusion of the course.

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(TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM)

This course is intended to provide students with a basic understanding of the process and the skills for creating music for picture. The course emphasizes hands-on experience where students gain practical skills in scoring to picture using computers and it features guest lectures by industry leading professionals, who will share their insights on creating music for TV Shows, Advertising, Movies, Gaming, Animation, and Industrial Work. Topics also include soft synthesizers, samplers and virtual instruments; recording and editing with Pro Tools and Logic. Students will complete a number of projects throughout the course.

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(MW 12:30PM - 1:45PM)

Continuation of MUSC 201.

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(MW 6:15PM - 7:15PM)

Private carillon instruction, weekly 60-minute lessons.

Prerequisites for MUSC 204 are:
- One semester of MUSC 104 completed or prior experience performing on a carillon.
- By audition only, contact instructor a week prior to first day of class.

Permission of instructor required.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

Continuation of MUSC 211. Explores the theoretical and aesthetic principles of twentieth-century music, especially in relation to earlier compositional procedures. Introduces basic post-tonal theory, including set-class analysis, transformational theory, and serial techniques. Prerequisite: MUSC 211.

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(MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM)

Survey of Western classical music from ca. 1600 to b1800, with emphasis on the stylistic, generic, and performance innovations of the period; opera receives special attention. Workshops investigate specific problems posed by notation, performance, ethics, and so on.

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(MW 2:00PM - 3:30PM)

Survey of Western classical music from ca. 1600 to b1800, with emphasis on the stylistic, generic, and performance innovations of the period; opera receives special attention. Workshops investigate specific problems posed by notation, performance, ethics, and so on.

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(F 2:00PM - 2:50PM)

Addressing the devastating effects of HIV/AIDS in the United States, United Kingdom, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Uganda, Haiti, and elsewhere, this uniquely interdisciplinary course will incorporate insights from the fields of public health, medical anthropology, and ethnomusicology. Studying the HIV/AIDS epidemic through the lens of musical expression, we will ask how individuals and communities affected by HIV/AIDS have mobilized musical sound in response to the disease. Topics addressed within the class will include musical representations of HIV/AIDS within queer communities; the use of music in public health campaigns to raise awareness about the disease; and the mobilization of musical performance within grassroots support groups for individuals affected by HIV/AIDS.

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(TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM)

This course provides undergraduate students the opportunity to pursue in-depth, independent exploration of a topic not regularly offered in the curriculum, under the supervision of a faculty member in the form of independent study, practicum, internship or research. The objectives and content are determined in consultation between students and full-time members of the teaching faculty. Responsibilities and expectations vary by course and department. Registration for Independent Study courses needs to be completed through the Independent Study Registration form (https://secure1.rochester.edu/registrar/forms/independent-study-form.php)

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides undergraduate students the opportunity to pursue in-depth, independent exploration of a topic not regularly offered in the curriculum, under the supervision of a faculty member in the form of independent study, practicum, internship or research. The objectives and content are determined in consultation between students and full-time members of the teaching faculty. Responsibilities and expectations vary by course and department.  Registration for Independent Study courses needs to be completed through the Independent Study Registration form (https://secure1.rochester.edu/registrar/forms/independent-study-form.php)

Location

( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides undergraduate students the opportunity to pursue in-depth, independent exploration of a topic not regularly offered in the curriculum, under the supervision of a faculty member in the form of independent study, practicum, internship or research. The objectives and content are determined in consultation between students and full-time members of the teaching faculty. Responsibilities and expectations vary by course and department.  Registration for Independent Study courses needs to be completed through the Independent Study Registration form (https://secure1.rochester.edu/registrar/forms/independent-study-form.php)​

Location

( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

Addressing the devastating effects of HIV/AIDS in the United States, United Kingdom, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Uganda, Haiti, and elsewhere, this uniquely interdisciplinary course will incorporate insights from the fields of public health, medical anthropology, and ethnomusicology. Studying the HIV/AIDS epidemic through the lens of musical expression, we will ask how individuals and communities affected by HIV/AIDS have mobilized musical sound in response to the disease. Topics addressed within the class will include musical representations of HIV/AIDS within queer communities; the use of music in public health campaigns to raise awareness about the disease; and the mobilization of musical performance within grassroots support groups for individuals affected by HIV/AIDS.

Location

(TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM)

Led by Master Drummer Fana Bangoura, the West African Drumming Ensemble is dedicated to the dynamic percussive traditions of Guinea. The ensemble combines the iconic djembe hand drum with a trio of drums played with sticks, known as dunun, sangban, and kenkeni. The powerful, multi-part relationships established by this trio of drums provide a rhythmic foundation for the ensemble, enabling djembe players to develop technique in executing both accompaniment and solo parts. Drawing upon his experience as a soloist with the internationally acclaimed groups Les Percussions de Guinée and Les Ballets Africains, Fana engages ensemble players with a wide repertory of music from various regions of Guinea, including the rhythms of the Susu, Malinke, and Baga language groups.

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(MW 7:30PM - 8:45PM)

The Eastman Mbira Ensemble provides a hands-on introduction to the ancient and sophisticated musical tradition of the Shona mbira of Zimbabwe. Visiting Zimbabwean guest artists will also offer students the opportunity to delve more deeply into traditional musical practices and their cultural and spiritual context. Songs are taught aurally so no musical experience or training is required. **Participation will not count toward fulfillment of the ensemble requirement.**

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(M 6:30PM - 8:00PM)