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Music CoursesTHEORY
MUS 1613 Theory 1
A study of functional harmony, melodic structure, rhythm and form. Includes rudiments, part writing and analysis of music from various style periods.
MUS 1623 Theory 2
A continuation of MUS 1613. Includes the study of counterpoint through the analysis of music from the 16th and 18th centuries. Prerequisite: MUS 1613.
MUS 1631 Ear Training 1
The development of comprehensive musicianship skills through exercises in sight singing and aural perception. Should be taken concurrently with Theory 1
MUS 1641 Ear Training 2
A continuation of MUS 1631. Should be taken concurrently with Theory 2. Prerequisite: MUS 1631.
MUS 1652 Fundamentals of Music Theory
Intensive study of the elements of music including rhythm, notation, scales, intervals, and triads with correlated sight-singing and ear training. Recommended for incoming freshman with no background in theory and for upperclassmen who have not successfully completed Theory 1.
MUS 2613 Theory 3
A study of advanced harmony. Includes part writing and the study of small forms through the analysis of music from various style periods. Prerequisite: MUS 1613, 1623.
MUS 2623 Theory 4
A continuation of MUS 2613. Includes the study of chromatic harmonies and large scale forms through the analysis of music from various style periods. Prerequisite: MUS 2613.
MUS 2631 Ear Training 3
A continuation of MUS 1631 and 1641. Should be taken concurrently with Theory 3. Prerequisite: MUS 1641
MUS 2641 Ear Training 4
A continuation of MUS 2631. Should be taken concurrently with Theory 4. Prerequisite: MUS 2631.
MUS 3613 Theory 5
A study of post-tonal theory and 20th-century compositional techniques. Includes the study of set theory and serialism through the analysis music of the 19th and 20th centuries. Prerequisite: MUS 2613, 2623
CONDUCTING
MUS 3652 Conducting I
An introduction to the basic techniques of conducting, score reading and interpretation. Prerequisite: MUS 1613.
MUS 3662 Conducting II
Introduction to the basic techniques of instrumental conducting. Will include the study and interpretation of works for orchestra, wind ensemble, and orchestral/choral works. Prerequisite: MUS 3652.
MUS 3712 Choral Arranging
An introductory study in the techniques of arranging music for various ensembles. Prerequisite: MUS 1613, 1623.
MUS 4912 Current Strategies for Performance Ensembles
Students practice rehearsal strategies for both vocal and instrumental ensembles Includes warm-up, sequence of rehearsal, and concert and contest preparation. Prerequisite: MUS 1623.
HISTORY AND LITERATURE
MUS 1413 Music Appreciation
An introduction to the most important forms, styles, and movements of Western music. Designed for non-music majors. Recital and concert attendance required.
MUS 1453 Introduction to Music Literature
A broad survey of music from the Renaissance to the present with a focus on general styles and forms. Designed for music majors or non-music majors with music background.
MUS 3472 Piano Literature
A study of composers and representative works from the Baroque period to the present. Prerequisite: MUS 1613, 1623.
MUS 3482 Vocal Literature
A survey of vocal literature from the Renaissance to the present. Prerequisite: MUS 1613, 1623.
MUS 3501, 3502, 3503 Directed Study in Music
A specialized course of study for qualified students. The course is offered on demand, and the credit hours are determined by the nature of the study. Prerequisite: JR/SR standing.
MUS 3573 Music History 1
A survey of the development of Western music with specialization in the composers, literature, and style movements, from antiquity through the Baroque. Emphasis will be given to stylistic and aural analysis. Prerequisites: MUS 1613, 1623, 1453.
MUS 3583 Music History 2
A continuation of MUS 3573, focusing on music from the Pre-Classical style period to the present. Emphasis given to aural and stylistic analysis. Prerequisite: MUS 3573 or permission of the instructor.
MUS 4533 Introduction to Opera
A survey of the history of opera made familiar through listening and analysis. Prerequisite: MUS 1613, 1623.
CHURCH MUSIC
MUS 2533 Worship Forms and Practices
A study of worship forms and practices in the Judeo-Christian tradition from Biblical times to the present. Includes a study of biblical, theological, philosophical, and historical foundations in liturgy. Includes practical application of those foundations in worship planning for various seasons in the church year. Prerequisite: MUS 1453 or Church History 1 recommended.
MUS 2543 Hymnology
A survey of Christian hymnody from the beginning of the Christian Era to the present. Historical analysis of hymns of the church with emphasis on their sources, development and application in contemporary worship. Prerequisites: MUS 1613, 1631 or permission of instructor.
MUS 3532 Introduction to Sacred Music Literature
A study of sacred solo and choral literature from the Renaissance to the present. Compositions are analyzed for stylistic interpretation, musical and textual merit, and usefulness in worship. Prerequisite: MUS 1613, 1623 or permission of instructor.
MUS 3552 Introduction to Church Music Education
Study and practice of current and traditional philosophies, methods, and materials, for use in the educational elements of music ministry. Includes principles of instruction in preschool through youth choirs, as well as handbell and Orff techniques. Prerequisites: 1613 or 1652.
MUS 3563 Introduction to Church Music Administration
A study of the principles involved in organizing and implementing a full-graded music ministry, including budgeting, programming, and multiple staff relationships.
MUS 4573 Internship in Church Music Administration
A 12-week internship in an area church under the direct supervision of the minister of music. Class will meet on a weekly basis to discuss relevant topics. Prerequisite: MUS 3563 and permission of instructor. SR level.
METHODS
MUS 3852 Music Methods and Curriculum PreK-12
A study of contemporary teaching strategies and procedures recommended by Jacques-Dalcroze, Orff, Kodaly, and Comprehensive Musicianship. Includes curriculum development for general music class, Choral and instrumental ensembles are also included. Prerequisite: MUS 1613, 1623 or permission of instructor.
MUS 3861 Instrumental Methods PreK-12
A study of instrumental methods and literature for use in the classroom. Prerequisite: MUS 1613, 1623 or permission of instructor.
APPLIED MUSIC PEDAGOGY
(The following courses may not be substituted for applied voice or instrumental study.)
MUS 1310, 1320, 2310, 2320, 3310, 3320 Performing Arts Lab
Regular recitals and concerts are presented by faculty, guest artists, and selected students from the studios of applied music instructors. Attendance at these recitals is intended to provide a variety of live music and theater experiences for the student. A specified number of these recitals are required of all music degree candidates for six semesters. P/F grading system will be used.
MUS 4832 Piano Pedagogy
The study and application of principles for teaching piano. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
MUS 4842 The Art of Accompanying
The study and application of the principles of vocal and instrumental accompanying. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
MUS 4852 Vocal Pedagogy and Diction
A study of the working of the vocal mechanism, and the diagnosis and correction of vocal faults. An introduction to the International Phonetic Alphabet and its use in the study of the pronunciation of English, Latin, Italian, German and French. Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor.
MUS 4882 Managing the Private Studio
Directed towards the music instructor setting up a private studio. Should include information on taxes, bookkeeping, and marketing. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
APPLIED MUSIC INSTRUCTION
Class Instruction
Class Voice MUS 1031, 1041, 2031, 2041, 3031, 3041, 4031, 4041
An introductory course presenting the basics of vocal technique, interpretation, and communication through discussion, listening, and individual Coaching. Meets twice a week for one hour. May be taken as an elective for non-music majors. Prerequisite for private voice instruction.
Class Piano MUS 1071, 1081, 2071, 2081, 3071, 3081, 4071, 4081
An introductory course in piano technique. Course numbers represent difficulty level. May be taken as an elective for non-music majors, or in preparation for the piano proficiency by music majors.
Private Instruction
These courses are designed for the more advanced student. Literature and technical studies will be assigned based on the student's level of achievement. Instruction is sequential and the student must complete each course number with a passing grade before enrolling in the following course number.
Private Voice MUS 1011, 1021, 2011, 2021, 3011, 3021, 4011, 4021
One half-hour lesson per week. This course number is recommended for Music Minors and for Music Majors for whom this is their secondary applied instrument. Prerequisite: Class Voice MUS 1031 or permission of the instructor
Private Organ MUS 1091, 1101, 2091, 2101, 3091, 3101, 4091, 4101
Private Piano MUS 1051, 1061, 2051, 2061, 3051, 3061, 4051, 4061
Private Guitar MUS 1271, 1281, 2271, 2281, 3271, 3281, 4271, 4281
One half-hour lesson per week. This course number is recommended for Music Minors and for Music Majors for whom this is their secondary applied instrument. Prerequisite: Permission of the department head.
Private Voice MUS 1012, 1022, 2012, 2022, 3012, 3022, 4012, 4022
Private Piano MUS 1052, 1062, 2052, 2062, 3052, 3062, 4052, 4062
Private Organ MUS 1092, 1102, 2092, 2102, 3092, 3102, 4092, 4102
Private Guitar MUS 1272, 1282, 2272, 2282, 3272, 3282, 4272, 4282
One hour lesson per week. This course number is recommended for Music Majors for whom this is their primary applied instrument. Prerequisite: Class instruction or permission of instructor or department head.
MUS 3810 Piano Proficiency
Student will receive credit for this after passing all levels of the proficiency. For specific guidelines see the Music Student Handbook available from the Fine Arts Office. Required of all music majors, except keyboard concentrations. Music Education and Church Music concentrations should pass this before entering student teaching or church music practicum. Prerequisites: permission of instructor.
MUS 3890 Junior Recital
Recommended for Applied pedagogy concentrations. Student will prepare thirty minutes of literature from the standard repertoire representing all style periods. For further guidelines see the Music Student Handbook available from the Fine Arts Office. Prerequisites: two years applied study at the college level, permission of instructor.
MUS 4810 Senior Recital I
Required for Church Music and Music Education concentrations. Student will prepare 40-45 minutes of literature from the standard repertoire representing all style periods. For further guidelines see the Music Student Handbook available from the Fine Arts Office. It is recommended that the student complete this course before entering their student teaching or church music practicum. Prerequisites: three years applied study at the college level.
MUS 4890 Senior Recital II
Required for Applied pedagogy concentrations. Students will prepare 50-60 minutes of literature from the standard repertoire, representing all style periods. For further guidelines see the Music Student Handbook available from the Fine Arts Office. Prerequisites: three years applied study at the college level.
APPLIED MUSIC ORGANIZATIONS
MUS 1311 Masterworks Chorale
This chorus combines the talents of both college and community voices and specializes in large-scale musical works and projects. Rehearsals are on Monday evenings from 7-9 p.m. Masterworks is open to anyone in the area without audition and is always seeking new members. The Chorale presents large scale classical works and performs twice a year as part of the Bluefield College Performing Arts Series. The group participates in the Southwest Virginia Community College Fine Arts Festival and in the Bluefield Ministerial Alliance Holy Week Services.
MUS 1331 Bluefield Singers
This choir performs classical, folk and contemporary church music, meets on Tuesdays and Thursday at 2:30-3:45, and is made up of students of all majors. "Singers" specializes in contemporary Christian music and also incorporates scenes from Broadway shows into the Spring Choral Gala. There is no audition for this choir. All Bluefield College students must earn three fine arts credits to graduate and many sing in Bluefield Singers to obtain those credits. "Singers" is very active in the Bluefield area, singing frequently at local churches and at such in-house activities as the Homecoming Banquet, alumni dinners, open houses, and many other on-campus events. The choir also performs often as part of the college's weekly convocations.
MUS 1371 Variations
An auditioned, mixed ensemble that performs on campus and also tours each year. Variations is very active in the Bluefield area. The choir performs works from the Renaissance to the present, from both classical and popular genres. It is open to all students at Bluefield College, regardless of major. Auditions are held at the beginning of each semester. Variations takes a six-day tour each spring. Tour stops include all parts of Virginia (including Bristol, Richmond, Roanoke, Virginia Beach, and the Washington D.C. area), plus Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, and West Virginia. The group has also sung for the Baptist General Assembly of Virginia, and the West Virginia State Evangelism Conference.
MUS 1351 Women’s Chorus
A chorus consisting of only female voices.
MUS 1391 Praise Singers
The newest addition to the ensemble groups at Bluefield College, the Praise Singers are an auditioned ensemble that performs contemporary Christian music.
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