Department of Music

The Departments of Music offers programs leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Music, and a Bachelor of Music degree with a major in Music. The Music program emphasizes the development of musical knowledge and performance skills in all students. The Bachelor of Music degree helps prepare students for professional careers as performers, composers or teachers. The Bachelor of Arts degree in Music provides a program of study in the general principles of musicianship and performance for students who possess a love of music, who will be involved in music throughout their lifetimes, but may not pursue a full-time career in music. These students integrate their training with a more pragmatic field of study in their minor field. The department also offers a minor in music for students interested in developing a secondary area of interest, and serves non-majors by giving them opportunities to improve their music knowledge and skills. Performances and recitals give students an opportunity to refine their performance skills and help fulfill the outreach mission of the department.

BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE
MAJOR IN MUSIC (160)

General Education Requirements

MUSC 1000 (7 semesters), Band/Choir/Accomp./Orch. (7 semesters), MUSC 1413, MUSC 1423, MUSC 2312, MUSC 2332, MUSC 3313, MUSC 3333, MUSC 3513, MUSC 3523, MUSC 3612, Major Lesson Field 8 hours (minimum 2 hours at 4000 level), Piano 4 hours.
(All music majors (B.A. Degree) must pass a junior standing examination and a keyboard proficiency examination before their junior year.)

BACHELOR OF MUSIC DEGREE
MAJOR IN MUSIC (161)

General Education Requirements

Core Requirements (41 hours) MUSC 1000 (7 semesters), Band/Choir/Accomp/Orch (7 semesters), MUSC 1413, MUSC 1423, MUSC 2312, MUSC 2321, MUSC 2332, MUSC 2341, MUSC 3313, MUSC 3321, MUSC 3333, MUSC 3341, MUSC 3513, MUSC 3523, MUSC 3612, MUSC 3622, MUSC 4322, MUSC 4332, MUSC 4990

Concentration (37 hours) Select one of the following:

Concentration in Instrumental Music Education (Woodwind, Brass, Percussion, Strings) MUSC 1201 Class Voice (2 hours) or MUSC 3801 Private Voice (2 hours), MUSC 3642, MUSC 3652, MUSC 3662, MUSC 3672, MUSC 4343, MUSC 4712, MUSC 4722, Major Lesson Field (12 hours, minimum 4 hours at 4000 level), Piano (4 hours), Electives in Music (4 hours). Major ensembles are: MUSC 1111, MUSC 1121 (Strings), or MUSC 3161 (Guitar). Additional course work and testing requirements beyond this degree concentrat ion must be met in order to pursue a career teaching in the public schools. Students should schedule an advisement session in the first semester in this concentration.

Concentration in Vocal Music Education/Keyboard Music Education MUSC 3812 or 1 course selected from MUSC 3642, 3652, 3662, or 3672, MUSC 4343, MUSC 4712, MUSC 4732, Vocal-- MUSC 3761 (3 semesters - each in a different language), MUSC 4753, Keyboard-MUSC 4743, Major Lesson Field (12 hours, minimum 4 hours at 40 00 level), Piano (vocal major) or Voice (piano major) 6 hours, Electives in Music to total 37 hours. Major ensembles are MUSC 1141 (Vocal), MUSC 3171 (Keyboard). Additional course work and testing requirements b eyond this degree concentration must be met in order to pursue a career teaching in the public schools. Students should schedule an advisement session in the first semester in this concentration.

Concentration in Keyboard Performance MUSC 4743, MUSC 4343, MUSC 3983, MUSC 4312, Major Lesson Field (16 hours, minimum 8 hours at 4000 level), Minor Lesson Field (6 hours), MUSC 3990, MUSC 4981, Electives in Music (6 hours). Major ensemble is: MUSC 3171.

Concentration in Instrumental Performance (Woodwind, Brass, Percussion, Strings) MUSC 4343, MUSC 4312, Major Lesson Field (16 hours, minimum 8 hours at 4000 level), Piano (4 hours), Private Lessons in Secondary Instruments (6 hours), MUSC 3990, MUSC 4981, Electives in Music (5 hours). Major ensembles are: MUSC 1111, MUSC 1121, and MUSC 3161 (Guitar).

Concentration in Vocal Performance MUSC 4343, MUSC 4312, MUSC 4753, MUSC 3761 (3 semesters - each in a different language), Major Lesson Field (16 hours, minimum 8 hours at 4000 level), Piano (6 hours), MUSC 3990, MUSC 4981, Electives in Music (3 hours). Major ensemble is: MUSC 1141.

Concentration in Composition MUSC 4343, MUSC 4312, MUSC 3351 (6 hours), MUSC 4351 (8 hours), MUSC 4362, Private Lesson Piano (4 hours), Minor Lesson Field (6 hours), MUSC 3990, MUSC 4981, Electives in Music (5 hours). Major ensemble is according to minor lesson field: MUSC 1111, MUSC 1121, MUSC 1141, MUSC 3171 or MUSC 3161 (Guitar).

All Music Majors (B.M. Degree) must pass an entrance examination, a junior standing examination, and a keyboard proficiency examination. A music major is required to enroll in the major ensemble of the student's area of concentration for 7 semesters.

MUSIC COURSES (MUSC)

1000 CONCERT AND RECITAL ATTENDANCE, 0 hours credit
Each semester the music faculty will compile a list of concerts and recitals occurring in the Lawton area. To qualify for graduation, music majors must complete seven satisfactory semesters.

1013* AMERICAN POPULAR MUSIC, 3 hours credit
The study of the various styles in American popular music. An introduction to jazz, country-western, folk, musical, theater, blues, rock, electronics, etc. Intended for the non-music major. Lecture 3 hours.

1023* MUSIC APPRECIATION, 3 hours credit
Study of our cultural heritage through an acquaintance with the elements of music and a variety of musical styles. The course includes listening to recorded music and live performance. Lecture 3 hours.

1033 WORLD MUSIC IN CULTURE, 3 hours credit
The study of world music in various cultural contexts. An exploration of the relationships between world music and identity, everyday life, worship and belief, dance, memory, migration, and politics. Fieldwork and written reports emphasize the application of course content. Lecture 3 hours.

1110-1 BAND, 0-1 hours credit
Performance ensemble open to all University students. Rehearsal 3-5 hours per week. Prerequisite: Permission of Director. May be repeated for credit.

1120-1 ORCHESTRA, 0-1 hour credit
Performance ensemble open to all University students. Rehearsal 3-5 hours per week. Prerequisite: Permission of Director. May be repeated for credit.

1130-1 JAZZ ENSEMBLE, 0-1 hour credit
Performance ensemble open to all University students. Rehearsal 3-5 hours per week. Prerequisite: Permission of Director. May be repeated for credit.

1140-1 CHOIR, 0-1 hours credit
Performance ensemble open to all University students. Rehearsal 3-5 hours per week. Prerequisite: Permission of Director. May be repeated for credit.

1201 CLASS LESSONS, 1 hour credit
Class instruction in an orchestral instrument, keyboard, voice or guitar. Lab 2 hours. Requires 5 hours practice per week. May be repeated for credit.

1413* MUSIC LITERATURE I, 3 hours credit
The study of the development of musical styles from antiquity to the Classical period and the associated techniques of listening to music. Lecture 3 hours.

1423* MUSIC LITERATURE II, 3 hours credit
The study of the development of musical styles from the Classical period to the present and the associated techniques of listening to music. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSC 1413.

2201-2 PRIVATE LESSONS, 1-2 hours credit
Private instruction in an orchestral instrument, keyboard, voice or guitar. One half-hour lesson per week per credit enrolled, maximum one hour lesson per week. Requires minimum 5 hours per week of practice per hour enrolled. May be repeated to a maximum 12 hours per instrument. Prerequisite: Departmental permission.

2301* MUSIC FUNDAMENTALS, 1 hour credit
An introduction to the basic signs and symbols and the theory of music. Lab 2 hours.

2312* HARMONY AND STRUCTURE I, 2 hours credit
The study of the harmony and structure of music through music analysis, composition and the development of associated functional keyboard skills. Lecture 1 hour/lab 2 hours. Recommended for music majors only.

2321* SIGHT-SINGING AND EAR TRAINING I, 1 hour credit
The study and development of sight singing and ear training skills through the mastery of written, visual, singing and aural techniques. Lab 2 hours. Concurrent enrollment with MUSC 2312 recommended.

2332* HARMONY AND STRUCTURE II, 2 hours credit
A continuation of MUSC 2312. Lecture 1 hour/lab 2 hours. Prerequisite: MUSC 2312.

2341* SIGHT-SINGING AND EAR TRAINING II, 1 hour credit
A continuation of MUSC 2321. Lab 2 hours. Prerequisite: MUSC 2321. Concurrent enrollment with MUSC 2332 recommended.

3160-1 SMALL ENSEMBLE, 0-1 hour credit
Participation in instrumental, keyboard, vocal or guitar ensemble. Rehearsal 2-4 hours per week. Prerequisite: Departmental permission. May be repeated for credit.

3171 ACCOMPANYING, 1 hour credit
Piano performance experience through accompanying soloists, small and large ensembles and musical/opera productions. Rehearsal 2-4 hours plus practice each week. Prerequisite: Departmental permission. May be repeated for credit.

3313* HARMONY AND STRUCTURE III, 3 hours credit
A continuation of MUSC 2332. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSC 2332.

3321* SIGHT-SINGING AND EAR TRAINING III, 1 hour credit
A continuation of MUSC 2341. Lab 2 hours. Prerequisite: MUSC 2341. Concurrent enrollment with MUSC 3313 recommended.

3333* HARMONY AND STRUCTURE IV, 3 hours credit
A continuation of MUSC 3313. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSC 3313.

3341* SIGHT-SINGING AND EAR TRAINING IV, 1 hour credit
A continuation of MUSC 3321. Lab 2 hours. Prerequisite: MUSC 3321. Concurrent enrollment with MUSC 3333 recommended.

3351-3 COMPOSITION, 1-3 hours credit
An exploration of various compositional styles and techniques. Lecture 1 hour/lab 1 hour. Prerequisite: MUSC 2312. May be repeated for credit.

3513* MUSIC HISTORY I, 3 hours credit
A general study of music development from antiquity through the Baroque era. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSC 1423.

3523* MUSIC HISTORY II, 3 hours credit
A continuation of MUSC 3513 from Classical through Contemporary music. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSC 3513.

3612* FUNDAMENTALS OF CONDUCTING, 2 hours credit
A beginning course in the principles of both choral and instrumental conducting. Lecture 1 hour/lab 2 hours.

3622 ADVANCED CONDUCTING, 2 hours credit
The techniques of reading scores, use of the baton and interpretation. Practical experience in conducting. Prerequisite: MUSC 3612. Lecture 1 hour/lab 2 hours.

3642 WOODWIND METHODS, 2 hours credit
The study of flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and saxophone. Basic concepts of playing and teaching woodwind instruments; survey of methods, materials and field experience. Lecture 1 hour/lab 2 hours.

3652 BRASS METHODS, 2 hours credit
Study of trumpet, french horn, euphonium, trombone and tuba. Basic concepts of playing and teaching brass instruments; survey of methods, materials and field experience. Lecture 1 hour/lab 2 hours.

3662 STRING METHODS, 2 hours credit
The study of the violin, viola, violoncello, double bass and guitar. Basic concepts of playing and teaching string instruments; survey of methods, materials and field experiences. Lecture 1 hour/lab 2 hours.

3672 PERCUSSION METHODS, 2 hours credit
Study of fundamentals of all percussion instruments. Basic concepts of playing and teaching percussion instruments; survey of methods, materials and field experiences. Lecture 1 hour/lab 2 hours.

3683 MUSIC FOR THE ELEMENTARY TEACHER, 3 hours credit
Rudiments for the general teacher. Functional approach to theory, singing, rhythm and piano. Materials and methods for the classroom. Lecture 3 hours.

3761* ITALIAN, FRENCH, GERMAN DICTION, 1 hour credit
An introduction to diction in Italian, German, and French based on the song literature and using the International Phonetic Alphabet. Each language offered separately. Lab 2 hours.

3801-4 PRIVATE LESSONS, 1-4 hours credit
Private instruction in an orchestral instrument, keyboard, voice or guitar. One half-hour lesson per week per credit hour enrolled, maximum one hour lesson per week. Requires minimum 5 hours per week of practice per hour enrolled. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 hours per instrument. Prerequisite: Departmental permission. Open to music majors only.

3812 INSTRUMENTAL METHODS FOR VOCAL AND KEYBOARD EDUCATION, 2 hours credit
A study of brass, woodwind, stringed, fretted and percussion instruments for Vocal Music Education and Keyboard Music Education majors. Students will learn basic techniques, performance skills, and methodology for all instrumental families. Lecture 1 hour/lab 2 hours.

3981-3 SEMINAR, 1-3 hours credit
A course designed to give students the opportunity to study a subject not covered in the regular course offerings or not covered in sufficient depth for their needs. Prerequisite: Departmental permission.

3990 JUNIOR RECITAL, 0 hours credit
A pre-senior performance in the student's major area of study, normally one half-hour in length. Prerequisite: Permission of the Department Chairman.

4312* COUNTERPOINT, 2 hours credit
A study of Eighteenth Century species counterpoint through analysis and composition. Lecture 2 hours. Prerequisite: MUSC 3333.

4322* TWENTIETH CENTURY TECHNIQUES, 2 hours credit
A study of 20th Century harmonic and melodic techniques approached through original composition, analysis and performance. Lecture 2 hours. Prerequisite: MUSC 3333.

4332* FORM AND ANALYSIS, 2 hours credit
A study of the standard polyphonic and homophonic forms of the 18th and 19th centuries. Lecture 2 hours. Prerequisite: MUSC 3333.

4343* ARRANGING, 3 hours credit
The study of the art of arranging for instrumental and vocal ensembles. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSC 3333.

4351-3 COMPOSITION, 1-3 hours credit
An exploration of various compositional styles and techniques. Lecture 1 hour/lab 1 hour. Prerequisite: Junior standing in composition. May be repeated for credit. Open to music composition majors only.

4362 COMPUTER MUSIC, 2 hours credit
An introduction to the literature, equipment and techniques of computer music. This course is designed to provide the student with practical experience in the manipulation of sound in a computerized music studio. Lecture 1 hour/lab 2 hours. Prerequisite: Departmental permission.

4702 MARCHING BAND TECHNIQUES, 2 hours credit
The study of marching band drill design, show concepts and marching pedagogy. Lecture 1 hour/lab 2 hours.

4712 ELEMENTARY METHODS, 2 hours credit
A professional training course for students preparing to teach elementary school music. Includes philosophies and practices of current leading music educators with classroom experience relating to conceptual approach. Teacher Certification students must be admitted to teacher education prior to enrollment in this course. Lecture 2 hours. Prerequisite: Restricted to students admitted to teacher education.

4722 SECONDARY INSTRUMENTAL METHODS, 2 hours credit
A professional training course for students preparing to teach secondary school instrumental music. Study of philosophy, psychology and pedagogy as applied to the teaching of instruments. Teacher Certification students must be admitted to teacher education prior to enrollment in this course. Lecture 2 hours. Prerequisite: Restricted to students admitted to teacher education.

4732 SECONDARY VOCAL METHODS, 2 hours credit
A professional training course for students preparing to teach secondary school vocal music. Study of philosophy and pedagogy as applied to the teaching of vocal music. Teacher Certification students must be admitted to teacher education prior to enrollment in this course. Lecture 2 hours. Prerequisite: Restricted to students admitted to teacher education.

4733* KEYBOARD LITERATURE, 3 hours credit
Survey of keyboard literature. Lecture 3 hours.

4743 KEYBOARD PEDAGOGY, 3 hours credit
The study of teaching techniques and materials for class and private instruction. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: Departmental permission.

4753 VOCAL PEDAGOGY, 3 hours credit
The study of vocal training techniques including anatomy of vocal tract, physiological process and acoustical properties, methods and materials. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: Departmental permission.

4801-4 PRIVATE LESSONS, 1-4 hours credit
Private instruction in an orchestral instrument, keyboard, voice or guitar. One half-hour lesson per week per credit hour enrolled, maximum one hour lesson per week. Requires minimum 5 hours per week of practice per hour enrolled. May be repeated to a maximum 16 hours per instrument. Prerequisite: Junior standing. Open to music majors only.

4910-4 WORKSHOP, 0-4 hours credit
A concentrated specific activity utilizing lectures and practical application exercises. May be repeated for credit to a maximum of 8 hours credit.

4981-3 INDEPENDENT STUDY, 1-3 hours credit
A special study based on the needs of the individual student directly related to the student's major. Individual guidance will be provided by a faculty member. Prerequisite: Departmental permission. The total number of hours earned in independent study may not exceed four.

4990 SENIOR RECITAL, 0 hours credit
Culminating performance in the student's major area of study. Normally one hour in length. Prerequisite: Permission of the Department Chair.

*Liberal arts and science course