http://www.whitworth.edu/music
Mission Statement
The Whitworth Music Department is a community of musicians that recognizes creative expression as an essential aspect of being created in God’s image and is a place where individual and community artistry blend toward a higher purpose. We prepare students for careers in music, further studies and a lifetime of musical engagement.
Performance Outreach
The music department serves the Spokane community by performing nearly 100 recitals and concerts each year on campus, in schools and churches, and at the historic Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox. Through annual international and regional tours, our students share their music with diverse audiences. Our students volunteer their musical gifts in local outreach ministries, retirement communities, churches, schools and other venues.
Student Learning Outcomes
- The learner will be able to accurately display individual technical musicianship skills in both contextual and non-contextual performance settings.
- A strong foundation in music theory, analysis and aural skills.
- Knowledge of a breadth of musical traditions, literature and aesthetics.
- An understanding of the intersection of music with Christian faith and other worldviews throughout history and in contemporary culture.
- Vocational discovery and career preparation in the context of a vibrant liberal arts education.
Note to all music majors: Additional information about course requirements and scheduling is included in the Student Guide to the Music Department, which is available in the music department office.
Courses
MU 101 The Vocation of the Musician | 1 |
Exploration of the concept of vocation, careers in music, as well as advising and orientation to music department policies and expectations. |
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MU 103 Listening to Music | 3 |
A course that will guide students in intelligent listening and understanding of Western classical music as well as of world music traditions and popular music compositions. Fall semester and Jan Term. Fall Semester. |
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MU 104 Music of the Christian Church | 3 |
This course will guide students to listen intelligently and understand music in the history of the Christian Church. Attention will focus on the role of music in the life of Christian communities. This course includes visits to local church services. Periodic offering. |
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MU 110 Music Theory I | 3 |
Notation, scale structure, intervals, simple harmonic progressions. Taken concurrently with MU 111. Fall semester. |
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MU 111 Ear Training I | 1 |
Ear training, sight singing. Taken concurrently with MU 110. Fall semester. |
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MU 112 Music Theory II | 3 |
Seventh chords, inversions, non-harmonic tones, modulations, altered chords, complex chord progressions. Prerequisite: MU 110 with a minimum grade of C. Spring semester. |
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MU 113 Ear Training II | 1 |
Ear training, sight singing. Taken concurrently with MU 112. Prerequisite: MU 111 with a minimum grade of C. Spring semester. |
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MU 139 Beginning Class Piano | 1 |
Class instruction for non-music majors. Periodic offering. Fee. |
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MU 140 Beginning Class Guitar | 1 |
Class instruction. Periodic offering. Fee. |
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MU 141 Class Piano I | 1 |
Class instruction for music majors. Fall and spring semester. Fee. |
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MU 142 Class Voice | 1 |
Class instruction. Spring semester. Fee. |
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MU 204 Introduction to Recording | 3 |
This course will introduce students to the art of audio engineering with a special emphasis on the techniques and equipment for audio recording. Students will study recording terminology, hardware and software interconnectivity, signal flow, signal processing, microphone placement, and microphone types. Through hands-on activities, students will record and mix tracks with modern digital audio workstation software including ProTools and Logic Pro. A culminating recording project will be presented at the end of the term. |
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MU 205 Introduction to Worship Leadership | 3 |
This course is concerned with planning and leading worship services with an emphasis on musical leadership of congregational song. Students will develop skills in musical leadership and communication, music arranging, audio technology, and worship design. Prerequisite: passing grade in MU 110 and MU 111 or by permission of instructor. |
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MU 206 Jazz in America | 3 |
Comprehensive review of the cultural settings from which jazz emerged. Major jazz styles, composers/ performers, and recordings. Spring semester. |
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MU 210 Music Theory III | 3 |
Continuation of topics in MU 112. Emphasis on traditional musical forms such as theme and variations, rondo and sonata, with some writing in these forms. Prerequisite: MU 112 with a minimum grade of C. Fall semester. |
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MU 211 Ear Training III | 1 |
Ear training, sight singing. Taken concurrently with MU 210. Prerequisite: MU 113 with a minimum grade of C. Fall semester. |
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MU 212 Music Theory IV | 3 |
An introduction to contemporary harmonic idioms. Composition assignments of varied natures. Prerequisite: MU 112. Spring semester. |
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MU 213 Ear Training IV | 1 |
Ear training: jazz and commercial music and improvisation. Prerequisite: MU 113 with a minimum grade of C. Spring semester. |
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MU 225 General Conducting | 2 |
Basic techniques of choral and instrumental conducting. Prerequisites: MU 110 and MU 111. Fall semester. Fee. |
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MU 235 Classical Music of the Western World | 3 |
A music appreciation course covering basic techniques for listening to classic pieces of music. Exploration of the historical forces that have influenced the great compositions of our culture. Periodic offering. Continuing Studies only. |
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MU 240 Intermediate Class Guitar | 1 |
Class instruction. Prerequisite: MU 140. Periodic offering. Fee. |
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MU 241 Class Piano II | 1 |
Class instruction for music majors. Fall and spring semesters. Fee. |
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MU 249 Jazz Combo | 1 |
By audition. Small jazz groups of three to six students learn jazz standards and apply improvisational skills. May be repeated for credit. |
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MU 252 Private Brass | 1-2 |
Weekly half-hour to one-hour lessons, available to all Whitworth students. May be repeated for credit at the same level. Fee. |
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MU 253 Private Guitar | 1-2 |
Weekly half-hour to one-hour lessons, available to all Whitworth students. May be repeated for credit at the same level. Fee. |
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MU 255 Private Organ | 1-2 |
Weekly half-hour to one-hour lessons, available to all Whitworth students. May be repeated for credit at the same level. Fee. |
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MU 256 Private Percussion | 1-2 |
Weekly half-hour to one-hour lessons, available to all Whitworth students. May be repeated for credit at the same level. Fee. |
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MU 257 Private Piano | 1-2 |
Weekly half-hour to one-hour lessons, available to all Whitworth students. May be repeated for credit at the same level. Fee. |
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MU 258 Private Strings | 1-2 |
Weekly half-hour to one-hour lessons, available to all Whitworth students. May be repeated for credit at the same level. Fee. |
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MU 259 Private Voice | 1-2 |
Weekly half-hour to one-hour lessons, available to all Whitworth students. May be repeated for credit at the same level. Fee. |
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MU 260 Private Woodwinds | 1-2 |
Weekly half-hour to one-hour lessons, available to all Whitworth students. May be repeated for credit at the same level. Fee. |
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MU 261 Private Jazz Improvisation | 1-2 |
Weekly half-hour to one-hour lessons, available to all Whitworth students. May be repeated for credit at the same level. Fee. |
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MU 262 Private Composition | 1-2 |
Weekly half-hour to one-hour lessons, available to all Whitworth students. May be repeated for credit at the same level. Fee. |
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MU 263 Private Jazz Arranging | 1-2 |
Weekly half-hour to one-hour lessons, available to all Whitworth students. May be repeated for credit at the same level. Fee. |
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MU 264 Applied Algorithmic Music Composition | 1 |
Applied Algorithmic Composition explores the intersection of music, computer science, and (optionally) microcontrollers. Students will use a programming language such as C, C++, JavaScript, or Max to create original music through the creative application of algorithms and data structures. |
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MU 265 Applied Music Production | 1 |
Applied Music Production focuses on technical, creative, and aural skills that foster professional music productions. As with other applied lessons, students develop their craft through daily creative and technical exercises and weekly feedback from their applied instructor. |
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MU 266 Applied Songwriting | 1 |
Applied songwriting focuses on the craft of composing art music and popular genres with a special emphasis on lyrics, melody, harmony, linear techniques, form, text setting, developmental process, and music production. |
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MU 267 Whitworth Community Concert Band | 1 |
No audition required. Students may join if they have played an instrument in band at least through their junior year in high school, or have the consent of the instructor. Meets one evening a week and performs on campus once each semester. May be repeated for credit. |
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MU 270 Chamber Ensemble | 1 |
By permission. Performance in a small instrumental ensemble. May be repeated for credit. |
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MU 271 Whitworth Choir | 1 |
By audition. Works of all periods, a cappella and accompanied. Annual tour. May be repeated for credit. |
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MU 272 The Forest Treble Choir | 1 |
By audition. Works from all periods for treble voices, a cappella and accompanied. Christmas and spring concerts. May be repeated for credit. |
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MU 273 Wind Symphony | 1 |
By audition. Primarily original works for band and wind ensemble. Bi-annual tour. May be repeated for credit. |
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MU 274 Whitworth Jazz Orchestra | 1 |
By audition. All jazz styles. Annual concerts with guest artists, jazz festivals, tours. International travel opportunities during Jan Term. May be repeated for credit. |
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MU 275 Chamber Singers | 1 |
A select, small choral ensemble, the members being chosen from the Whitworth Choir. By audition. May be repeated for credit. |
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MU 277 The Ponderosa Tenor Bass Choir | 1 |
Must be able to match pitches; no previous choral experience required. Works of various styles and musical periods for men's tenor/bass voices, a cappella and accompanied. On-campus and local performance. May be repeated for credit. |
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MU 278 Whitworth Orchestra | 1 |
By audition. Works for full orchestra from all musical periods. Frequent concerts and bi-annual tour. May be repeated for credit. |
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MU 279 Whitworth Community Chorale | 1 |
The Whitworth Community Chorale is a unique choral ensemble in that it exists at the intersection of university and community. The WCC is a space where students, faculty, staff, and community choristers connect and create music across generational, educational, and social boundaries-unified through the choral art. The ensemble is open to all choristers of a variety of ages, skillsets, previous levels of experience-no audition required. |
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MU 284 Opera Workshop | 2 |
Preparation of roles from opera and/or operetta, with performance at the end of the term. Acting, vocal techniques, stage movement. Audition required. Periodic Jan Term offering. |
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MU 285 Elective Recital | 0-1 |
Elective course for students taking private lessons. Departmental approval required. Fall and spring semesters. Fee. |
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MU 302W The Western Music Tradition I | 3 |
An examination of the history and literature of Western music from antiquity through the Classical era. Prerequisite: MU 210 or permission. |
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MU 303 The Western Music Tradition II | 3 |
Continuation of the topics in MU 302W. Covers music from the early 19th century to the present. Prerequisite: MU 302W. Spring semester. |
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MU 304 World Music Traditions | 3 |
Musical traditions of a variety of cultures, including Native American, African, East European and Indian. Special attention will be given to unique instruments, particularly those from Africa. The relationship of music to religion and politics will also be explored. Periodic offering. |
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MU 305 Leadership in Music | 3 |
Principles of leadership in the context of a study of famous composers of classical music. Study the lives of composers and explore the specific ways composers shaped the development of a rich artistic tradition. Fulfills the fine arts or humanities requirement. Continuing Studies only |
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MU 306 History and Theology of Worship | 3 |
History and theology of the practice of corporate worship and the role of music in worship from the Old Testament to the present. Particular emphasis will be placed on the evolving role of congregational song in worship. Also listed as TH 306. Fall semester, odd years. |
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MU 329 String Pedagogy | 2 |
This course is designed to teach the art of studio teaching to string players. Through classes, observation, and a teaching practicum, students gain the tools and experiences necessary to become a highly qualified teacher. Prerequisites: music major or minor, or instructor permission. Jan Term, periodic offering. |
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MU 330 Piano Pedagogy | 2 |
Exploration of concepts, materials and methods. Prerequisite: music major, music-education major, or music minor. |
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MU 331 String Techniques | 1 |
Techniques, materials, methods, application of scoring. Prerequisite: music or music education major. Fall semester, even years. |
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MU 332 Percussion Techniques | 1 |
Techniques, materials, methods and pedagogy for percussion instruments. Prerequisite: music or music education major. Spring semester, odd years. |
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MU 333 Woodwind Techniques | 1 |
Techniques, materials, concepts, and pedagogy for woodwind instruments. Prerequisite: music or music education major. Fall semester, odd years. |
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MU 334 Brass Techniques | 1 |
Techniques, materials, concepts, and pedagogy for brass instruments. Prerequisite: music or music education major. Spring semester, even years. |
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MU 335 Survey of Diction for Singers | 2 |
An introduction to the sounds of foreign language lyric diction including Latin, Italian, German and French for singers. Introduction to the International Phonetic Alphabet and its application to foreign language choral and song text pronunciation. Fall Semester, even years. |
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MU 337 Piano Literature | 2 |
Study of the major repertoire and its composers from the Renaissance to the present. Prerequisite: music major, music education major, or music minor. Fall semester, odd years. |
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MU 344 Elementary Music: Music and Movement | 1 |
Curriculum and methods for teaching music and movement in the elementary school. Procedures, materials for teaching music in the self-contained elementary classroom. Designed for non-music majors. Fall and spring semesters, Jan Term. Prerequisite: EDU-201. |
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MU 350 Music Production and Recording | 3 |
Music Production and Recording covers multitrack recording, mixing, and editing with a special focus on the use of dynamic and effect processors, synthesizers, drum machines, and related technologies to create and produce original music. |
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MU 383 Junior Recital | 0-1 |
Music majors only. Department approval required. Fall and spring semesters. Fee. |
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MU 384 Junior Music Portfolio | 0-1 |
Music Production and Songwriting majors only. Department approval required. Fall and spring semesters. Fee. |
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MU 385 Elective Recital | 0-1 |
Elective course for students taking private lessons. Departmental approval required. Fee. |
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MU 394 Music Practicum | 2 |
Supervised piano teaching experience, primarily intended for students in piano pedagogy track. Prerequisites: junior standing; music major, music education major, or music minor. Fall and spring semesters. |
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MU 415 Choral Literature | 2 |
History of choral literature from the Renaissance to the present. Prerequisite: MU 210 (MU 301 recommended). Spring semester, even years. |
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MU 416 Wind Literature | 1 |
History of symphonic and wind band/ensemble literature from the baroque period to the present. Prerequisite: MU 210. Fall semester, odd years. Music Education students must take concurrently with MU 417. |
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MU 417 String Literature | 1 |
A survey of the educational literature for public school orchestra programs. Students will explore the most commonly taught literature, learn how to assess technical and musical skills required, and learn how to sequence music for best skill acquisition. Fall semester, odd years. Music Education students must take concurrently with MU 416. |
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MU 427 Advanced Conducting | 2 |
Advanced techniques of choral and instrumental conducting. Score study. Prerequisite: MU 225 with a grade of "C" or better. Spring semester. |
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MU 432 Instrumental and Choral Arranging | 2 |
Practical application of arranging techniques for a variety of instrumental and choral ensembles. Transpositions, instrument and vocal ranges, principles of voicing and score production will be studied. Prerequisite: MU 210. Spring semester, odd years. |
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MU 436W Survey of the Music Industry | 3 |
Survey of the Music Industry is a writing-intensive course designed to familiarize students with the primary components of the music industry including artists, management, promotion, tour support, publishing, advertising, merchandising, arts administration, and recording. Students will learn concepts and terminology associated with contracts, music licensing, and copyrights. They will also explore career options, learn the basics of entrepreneurship, taxes, and money management; and learn to write effective business letters, resumes, approach emails, and other business correspondence. |
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MU 439 Vocal Pedagogy | 2 |
A systematic study of vocal physiology and anatomy. Consideration of current teaching trends and preparation of materials for teaching. Prerequisite: music major, music education major, or music minor. Fall semester, odd years. |
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MU 440 Music Methods in the Elementary School | 2 |
Procedures, materials for elementary-school music teaching. For music majors and minors who may become elementary school music specialists. Teaching, observation of lessons, performance organization. Prerequisite: music major, music education major, or music minor. Spring semester, even years. |
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MU 442 Contemporary/Jazz Methods | 2 |
The study of instrumental and vocal jazz styles, pedagogy and technology. Primarily for music education majors, although it may be taken as an elective for those students wishing to learn about the technical and pedagogical side of jazz and contemporary music. Prerequisite: MU 112. Spring semester, odd years. |
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MU 443 Secondary Music Teaching Techniques | 2 |
Techniques, problems in middle and high school instrumental and choral conducting, rehearsal procedure. Prerequisite: MU 225; music major or music education major. Fall semester, even years. |
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MU 444 Instrumental Methods and Materials | 3 |
Rehearsal techniques, instrumental literature and materials, marching band techniques, program utilization. Prerequisite: music major or music education major. Fall semester, even years. |
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MU 449 Jazz Combo | 1 |
See MU 249. |
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MU 452 Private Brass | 1-2 |
See MU 252. |
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MU 453 Private Guitar | 1-2 |
See MU 253. |
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MU 455 Private Organ | 1-2 |
See MU 255. |
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MU 456 Private Percussion | 1-2 |
See MU 256. |
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MU 457 Private Piano | 1-2 |
See MU 257. |
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MU 458 Private Strings | 1-2 |
See MU 258. |
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MU 459 Private Voice | 1-2 |
See MU 259. |
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MU 460 Private Woodwinds | 1-2 |
See MU 260. |
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MU 461 Private Jazz Improvisation | 1-2 |
See MU 261. |
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MU 462 Private Composition | 1-2 |
See MU 262. |
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MU 463 Private Jazz Arranging | 1-2 |
See MU 263. |
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MU 464 Applied Algorithmic Music Composition | 1 |
Applied Algorithmic Composition explores the intersection of music, computer science, and (optionally) microcontrollers. Students will use a programming language such as C, C++, JavaScript, or Max to create original music through the creative application of algorithms and data structures. |
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MU 465 Applied Music Production | 1 |
Applied Music Production focuses on technical, creative, and aural skills that foster professional music productions. As with other applied lessons, students develop their craft through daily creative and technical exercises and weekly feedback from their applied instructor. |
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MU 466 Applied Songwriting | 1 |
Applied songwriting focuses on the craft of composing art music and popular genres with a special emphasis on lyrics, melody, harmony, linear techniques, form, text setting, developmental process, and music production. |
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MU 467 Whitworth Community Concert Band | 1 |
See MU 267. |
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MU 470 Chamber Ensemble | 1 |
See MU 270. |
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MU 471 Whitworth Choir | 1 |
See MU 271. |
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MU 472 The Forest Treble Choir | 1 |
See MU 272. |
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MU 473 Wind Symphony | 1 |
See MU 273. |
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MU 474 Whitworth Jazz Orchestra | 1 |
See MU 274. |
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MU 475 Chamber Singers | 1 |
See MU 275. |
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MU 477 The Ponderosa Tenor Bass Choir | 1 |
See MU 277. |
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MU 478 Whitworth Orchestra | 1 |
See MU 278. |
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MU 479 Whitworth Community Chorale | 1 |
See MU 279. |
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MU 483 Senior Recital | 0-2 |
For music majors with performance track only. Prerequisite: MU 383. Fall and spring semesters. Fee. |
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MU 485 Elective Recital | 0-2 |
Elective course for students taking private lessons. Department approval required. Fall and spring semesters. Fee. |
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Requirements for a Music Major, B.A. (48-51) |
MU 101 | The Vocation of the Musician | 1 |
MU 110 | Music Theory I | 3 |
MU 111 | Ear Training I | 1 |
MU 112 | Music Theory II | 3 |
MU 113 | Ear Training II | 1 |
MU 210 | Music Theory III | 3 |
MU 211 | Ear Training III | 1 |
MU 212 | Music Theory IV | 3 |
MU 213 | Ear Training IV | 1 |
MU 225 | General Conducting | 2 |
MU 301 | Global Music, Culture, and Society | 3 |
MU 302W | The Western Music Tradition I | 3 |
MU 303 | The Western Music Tradition II | 3 |
MU 383 | Junior Recital | 0-1 |
MU R99 | Recital Hours (Seven semesters) | 0 |
| 6 |
| 6 |
| 8 |
| 0-2 |
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In addition to the requirements listed above, students may elect one or more of the following tracks:
Track I: Composition (53-59) |
| 42-45 |
| 4 |
MU 432 | Instrumental and Choral Arranging | 2 |
MU 204 | Introduction to Recording | 3 |
| 2-3 |
| Jazz in America | |
| String Techniques | |
| Percussion Techniques | |
| Woodwind Techniques | |
| Brass Techniques | |
MU 483 | Senior Recital | 0-2 |
Track II: Instrumental Performance (49-54) |
| 42-45 |
| 4 |
MU 427 | Advanced Conducting | 2 |
| 1 |
| Jazz Combo | |
| Chamber Ensemble | |
MU 483 | Senior Recital | 0-2 |
Track III: Jazz Performance (53-58) |
| 41-44 |
| 4 |
| 4 |
| Jazz Combo | |
| 1 |
| Private Jazz Arranging | |
MU 206 | Jazz in America | 3 |
MU 483 | Senior Recital | 0-2 |
Track VIII: String Pedagogy (53-56) |
| 42-45 |
| 4 |
MU 329 | String Pedagogy (two semesters) | 4 |
MU 417 | String Literature | 1 |
MU 394 | Music Practicum | 2 |
Track VII: Voice Performance (50-55) |
| 42-45 |
| 4 |
MU 335 | Survey of Diction for Singers | 2 |
MU 439 | Vocal Pedagogy | 2 |
MU 483 | Senior Recital | 0-2 |
Requirements for a Music Education Major, B.A. (58-62) |
MU 101 | The Vocation of the Musician | 1 |
MU 110 | Music Theory I | 3 |
MU 111 | Ear Training I | 1 |
MU 112 | Music Theory II | 3 |
MU 113 | Ear Training II | 1 |
MU 210 | Music Theory III | 3 |
MU 211 | Ear Training III | 1 |
MU 212 | Music Theory IV | 3 |
MU 213 | Ear Training IV | 1 |
MU 225 | General Conducting | 2 |
MU 301 | Global Music, Culture, and Society | 3 |
MU 302W | The Western Music Tradition I | 3 |
MU 303 | The Western Music Tradition II | 3 |
MU 383 | Junior Recital | 0-1 |
MU 427 | Advanced Conducting | 2 |
MU 432 | Instrumental and Choral Arranging | 2 |
MU 440 | Music Methods in the Elementary School | 2 |
MU 442 | Contemporary/Jazz Methods | 2 |
MU 443 | Secondary Music Teaching Techniques | 2 |
MU R99 | Recital Hours (Seven semesters) | 0 |
| 6 |
| 7 |
| 0-2 |
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| 7-8 |
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Must be taken in conjunction with a B.A. in secondary education. Refer to the School of Education section in this catalog.
Track I: Choral/General Track (58-61) |
| 51-54 |
MU 335 | Survey of Diction for Singers | 2 |
MU 415 | Choral Literature | 2 |
MU 439 | Vocal Pedagogy | 2 |
MU 257 | Private Piano | 1 |
Track II: Instrumental/General Track (57-60) |
| 48-51 |
MU 331 | String Techniques | 1 |
MU 332 | Percussion Techniques | 1 |
MU 333 | Woodwind Techniques | 1 |
MU 334 | Brass Techniques | 1 |
MU 416 | Wind Literature | 1 |
MU 444 | | 3 |
| 1 |
| Class Voice | |
| Private Voice | |
Requirements for Music Production and Recording, B.A. (51-53) |
MU 101 | The Vocation of the Musician | 1 |
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MU 110 | Music Theory I | 3 |
MU 111 | Ear Training I | 1 |
MU 112 | Music Theory II | 3 |
MU 113 | Ear Training II | 1 |
MU 212 | Music Theory IV | 3 |
MU 213 | Ear Training IV | 1 |
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MU 103 | Listening to Music | 3 |
| 3 |
| Jazz in America | |
| Global Music, Culture, and Society | |
| The Western Music Tradition I | |
| The Western Music Tradition II | |
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| 1 |
| Beginning Class Piano | |
| Beginning Class Guitar | |
| 1 |
| Private Guitar (minimum grade of B) | |
| Intermediate Class Guitar | |
| Class Piano II (minimum grade of B) | |
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MU 204 | Introduction to Recording | 3 |
MU 350 | Music Production and Recording | 3 |
MU 436W | Survey of the Music Industry | 3 |
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| 5-6 |
| Time-Based Art I | |
| Marketing | |
| Integrated Marketing Communication | |
| Marketing Strategy | |
| Computer Science I | |
| Internet Applications Development | |
| How to Make Darn-Near Anything | |
| Introduction to Video & Audio Production | |
| Film Noir Hardboiled Lit | |
| Introduction to Creative Writing | |
| Introduction to Creative Writing |
| Introduction to Film Studies | |
| Audio Storytelling | |
| Digital Storytelling | |
| Poetry Writing | |
| World Cinema | |
| Music Theory III | |
| Instrumental and Choral Arranging | |
| Film Performance & Production | |
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| 4 |
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MU 262 | Private Composition | 2 |
or MU 462 | Private Composition |
MU 266 | Applied Songwriting (two semesters) | 2 |
| 4 |
| Applied Songwriting | |
| Applied Music Production | |
| Applied Algorithmic Music Composition | |
| Private Composition | |
| Private Composition |
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| 0-1 |
| Junior Recital | |
| Junior Music Portfolio | |
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| 4 |
MU R99 | Recital Hours (Seven semesters) | 0 |
Requirements for a Music Minor (19) |
| 4 |
| 4 |
MU 110 | Music Theory I | 3 |
MU 111 | Ear Training I | 1 |
MU 112 | Music Theory II | 3 |
MU 113 | Ear Training II | 1 |
| 3 |
| Listening to Music | |
| Music of the Christian Church | |
| Jazz in America | |
| Global Music, Culture, and Society | |
| 0 |
Worship Leader Minor
The worship leadership minor is an interdisciplinary minor designed to prepare students of any major to lead music in church. The program balances music studies (music theory/ear training and private lessons, Music of the Christian Church) and theology (Christian Theology and History and Theology of Worship) with a semester-long internship in a local church and Intro to Worship Leadership, in which students regularly prepare and receive feedback on music that they prepare to lead in worship.
Requirements for Worship Leadership Minor (20) |
MU 104 | Music of the Christian Church | 3 |
MU 110 | Music Theory I | 3 |
| 2 |
MU 111 | Ear Training I | 1 |
MU 205 | Introduction to Worship Leadership | 3 |
MU 306 | History and Theology of Worship | 3 |
or TH 306 | History and Theology of Worship |
TH 361 | Christian Theology | 3 |
TH 436 | Internship in Ministry - Music | 2 |
Dean
ERICA SALKIN
Chair
BENJAMIN BRODY
Professors
PHILIP BALDWINBENJAMIN BRODYBRENT EDSTROMSCOTT MILLERRICHARD STRAUCH
Assistant professors
JARED HALLXIAOSHA LIN