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Music (MUSE, MUSM, MUSP) Undergraduate Programs

238 PERFORMING ARTS CENTER/(320) 308-3223
www.stcloudstate.edu/music

Also see College of Liberal Arts and School of the Arts description and requirements.

Chairperson: Terry Vermillion
Faculty: Carucci, Ferrell, Gast, Givens, Hansen, Judish, Krause, Layne, Miller, Moore, O'Bryant, Smale, Springer, Tuomaala, Twombly, Vermillion, Verrilli, Wilhite

The Department of Music is a fully accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music. The Department of Music prepares students for careers in music and offers diverse musical experiences to all, enriching the musical fabric of our university and community, regionally and globally. We accomplish this through a nationally accredited curriculum that emphasizes creativity, individual student learning and vibrant performance opportunities fostered by highly experienced and accessible faculty.

Advising. Course work for the music major follows an established sequential pattern. To ensure proper sequencing and timely completion of course work, students must seek the advice of a faculty member in the music department. It is the student's responsibility to seek this advice at the beginning of the freshman year.

Applying for the major. Application to the B.A. degree should be made upon completion of 15 semester credit hours. Application to the B.M. and B.S. degrees typically occurs at the end of the second year. Contact your music adviser for more information.

A grade of "C" or above in all music classes is required for all music major or minor degree programs. A "C-" in a music course is not considered a passing grade for the music major.

Transfer students. Students wishing to transfer to St. Cloud State University should contact the department chairperson for evaluation of music credits before entering the degree program. Placement exams in theory, musicianship, piano, history and applied areas may be required for transfer credit acceptance consideration.

Instrumental music majors and minors. A minimum of three years of high school experience in band or orchestra is recommended for prospective instrumental music majors and minors.

Vocal Music majors and minors. A minimum of three years of high school experience in a vocal group is recommended for prospective vocal music majors and minors. Incoming freshman students who have not had one year previous study may be advised to take class voice prior to private lessons in voice.

Private applied lessons. Students should pick up an application or download one from www.stcloudstate.edu/music. All incoming students must audition for private lessons during the first week of each semester or during scholarship audition days.

    1 Credit lessons meet 1/2 hour weekly.
    2 Credit lessons meet 1 hour weekly.
    3 Credit lessons meet 1 l/2 hours weekly (B.M. majors only)

Students not majoring in music may register for private lessons as electives if they are registered in a music department performing organization. Priority for private lessons is given to music majors and minors.

Departmental fees. Students will be charged an extra fee for each credit of private instruction. Students using university owned instruments will be charged an annual rental fee. Students taking piano instruction will be charged a piano usage fee.

Departmental juries. All undergraduate students enrolled in applied lessons are required to perform a jury at the end of the semester. A recital may take the place of a jury. Non majors, at the discretion of the applied teacher, may be excused from a jury the first semester of study.

Piano proficiency. All music major degree programs require a piano proficiency examination. The exam is designed to ensure that all students master practical piano performance skills. Content of the proficiency examination is available from the music office.

Students are strongly encouraged to begin piano study during the freshman year, and continue lessons until the piano proficiency exam is completed. Students may take the piano proficiency exam at any time during piano study but no later than the second semester of the sophomore year.

Theory placement exam. Students must pass this exam in order to enroll in MUSM 101/111 in the spring semester. Students who do not pass this exam must take MUSM 100 fall semester prior to taking MUSM 101/111.

Freshman students. Freshman students interested in a music degree should enroll in the following courses for fall semester and should contact the music office regarding theory placement exam, applied lessons and auditions for performing organizations.

1. MUSM 125. Music in World Culture.
2. Applied music lessons. Instrumental or vocal. Applications for applied music lessons are available in the music office or online at www.stcloudstate.edu/music. In addition to lessons in an applied major, applied piano lessons are recommended for all music majors as preparation for the piano proficiency.
3. Performing organization. Musical performing organizations are available for all levels of musical experience. Auditions are held during the first week of classes. Contact department or go online for audition dates and director contact information.

Upper Division Writing Requirement. Completion of MUSM 323 fulfills the Upper Division Writing Requirement for all bachelor's degree programs offered by the Department of Music. BES majors in music and transfer students may seek permission through the department chair and the instructor of record to accept the completion of MUSM 321 or 322 to fulfill the UDWR.

Bachelor of Arts

This program is primarily for those interested in music as personal enrichment, as background for a career in the music industry or preparation for further studies in music.

Major (40)
MUSM 101, 111, 125, 202, 205, 212, 303, 313, 352, 353; MUSP 373
4 semesters of applied, pass level 200
4 semesters of performing organization
1 semester of class piano
3 credits music electives

Optional Emphases:
Jazz (19)
MUSM 229, 423, 433, 434, 468, 469
2 semesters MUSP 157 or 158
2 credits of applied major

Composition and New Media (22)
MUSM 304, 433, 434, 435
2 semesters MUSM 301
2 semesters MUSM 437
2 semesters MUSM 401

MUSM 438 (fulfills 3 cr. B.A. elective)

MUSP 497

Composition (22)
MUSM 304, 351, 402, 403, 433, 434
2 semesters MUSM 301
2 semesters MUSM 401

MUSP 497

Fulfill B.A. 3 cr. elective from: MUSM 435, 437 or 438

Minor (18)
MUSM 101, 111, 123, 125
2 semesters of applied instrument
2 semesters of performing organization
3 credits of music electives

New Media - Music and Art Minor (24)

This multi-disciplinary minor complements any major, including those in art or music. It focuses on the intellectual, creative, and technical skills associated with new media. Minors need art department permission to register for art courses.

ART 105, 202, MUSM 433, 434, 435 (15)

Select one course from the following (3): MUSM 437, 438

Select two courses from the following (6): ART 381, 382, 383, 384, 385, 386

Bachelor of Music

This program is developed to prepare students for private studio teaching and/or further graduate study for careers in professional performance and college teaching.

Admission to the BM degree is contingent upon passing the sophomore review.

Major (82-89)
Core (62-63):
MUSM 101, 111, 125, 202, 205, 212, 303, 304, 313, 351, 352, 353, 402
MUSP 373
2 semesters at 2 credits of applied major (at 100 level)
2 semesters at 3 credits of applied major (at 200 level)
4 semesters at 3 credits of applied major (at 300-400 level)
MUSP 396 (corequisite of 300 level applied major), 496 (corequisite of 400 level applied major), The following applies to piano pedagogy only: MUSP 396 for 2 cr. or MUSP 496 for 2 cr.

Electives (6) Choose one: MUSM 301 (2 semesters required to fulfill elective requirement), 403, or 433
4 semesters of applied piano (non-pianists) and completion of piano proficiency or
4 semesters of applied minor instrument (pianists)

Choose one of the following emphases:

Vocal Performance (21)
4 semesters of major performing organization
2 semesters of elective ensemble
2 semesters of MUSP 360
MUSE 442, MUSP 350
2 semesters of foreign language (consult with your adviser before selecting a language emphasis)

Instrumental performance (17)
6 semesters of major performing organization
2 semesters of elective ensemble
MUSE 345
7 credits of music electives (must be chosen from music courses at the 300 and 400 level and approved by advisor).

Piano Performance (14)
4 semesters of major performing organization
3 semesters of elective ensemble or chamber music
MUSE 430, 431; MUSM 436, MUSP 405

Piano Pedagogy (16)
2 semesters of major performing organization
3 semesters of elective ensemble or chamber music
MUSE 334, 430, 431, 477, 478; MUSM 436, MUSP 405

Bachelor of Science

This program is primarily for those preparing to teach music in the elementary and secondary schools. Entering freshmen are encouraged to seek academic advice early regarding specific requirements in order to plan their program efficiently. Entering students with limited background in applied study, piano skills, and/or music theory should elect additional courses to strengthen those skills.

Major (69)
Core (54):
MUSM 101, 111, 125, 202, 205, 212, 303, 304, 313, 351, 352, 353;
MUSP3730; MUSE 240, 331, 332, 468
2 semesters of applied major at 100 level
6 semesters of major performing organization
2 semesters of applied piano (non-pianists) with completion of piano proficiency OR 2 semesters of applied minor (pianists) with completion of 200-level proficiency
Junior Recital (co-requisite of 1 semester applied lessons at 300 level or above).

Vocal Emphasis (15)
2 semesters of applied major at 200 level
2 semesters of applied major at or above 200 level (one semester required at 300 level)
MUSP 375; MUSE 244, 334, 442
2 credits of applied piano (non-pianists) OR 2 credits of applied voice (pianists) with completion of 200 level proficiency

Instrumental Emphasis (15)
2 semesters of applied major at 200 level
2 semesters of applied major at or above 200 level (one semester required at 300 level)
MUSP 374; MUSE 346, 347, 348, 349

Liberal Education Requirements and the BS in Music

Students pursuing a BS in Music Education, either vocal or instrumental emphasis, must consult with the Music Department for recommended sequencing of liberal education and music classes.

Bachelor of Elective Studies

Major (32)
Completion of 32 credits with the approval of the department.

*MUSM, Music/Musicianship; MUSP, Music Performance; MUSE, Music Education