Course Listing

MUS 102/122 - Music Theory II/Ear Training II

Piano Class - Piano Class

Vocal Theatre -

Guitar Ensemble -

MUS 564, 554, 574, OR 578 - Ensemble

MUS 564 – Preparation and public performance of representative works from the symphonic literature. All instrumental students must be enrolled in the orchestra program. VAM Symphony Orchestra gives four concerts each year.

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MUS 554 – Vocal Theatre Workshop focuses on staged performances of vocal repertoire. Solo and ensemble pieces will be tailored and assigned to the students. Each term will culminate in a fully-produced show for the public.

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MUS 574 – Each Artist Diploma pianist is expected to organize and present at least one public performance each semester which involves performing with at least one other person. Students report on their project to the College Office by downloading the semester report form from the Student Resources section of the college website.

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MUS 578 -Composition students must arrange a public performance of an original composition. This involves preparation of the score, editing, finding performers, organizing rehearsals and arranging a performance date and venue. It may including performing, or conducting a group of performers. For composition majors only.

MUS 563, 553, 573, OR 577 - Ensemble

MUS 563 – Preparation and public performance of representative works from the symphonic literature. All instrumental students must be enrolled in the orchestra program. VAM Symphony Orchestra gives four concerts each year.

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MUS 553 – Vocal Theatre Workshop focuses on staged performances of vocal repertoire. Solo and ensemble pieces will be tailored and assigned to the students. Each term will culminate in a fully-produced show for the public.

OR

MUS 573 – Each Artist Diploma pianist is expected to organize and present at least one public performance each semester which involves performing with at least one other person. Students report on their project to the College Office by downloading the semester report form from the Student Resources section of the college website.

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MUS 577 -Composition students must arrange a public performance of an original composition. This involves preparation of the score, editing, finding performers, organizing rehearsals and arranging a performance date and venue. It may including performing, or conducting a group of performers. For composition majors only.

MUS 562, 552, 572, OR 576 - Ensemble

MUS 562 – Preparation and public performance of representative works from the symphonic literature. All instrumental students must be enrolled in the orchestra program. VAM Symphony Orchestra gives four concerts each year.

OR

MUS 552 – Vocal Theatre Workshop focuses on staged performances of vocal repertoire. Solo and ensemble pieces will be tailored and assigned to the students. Each term will culminate in a fully-produced show for the public.

OR

MUS 572 – Each Artist Diploma pianist is expected to organize and present at least one public performance each semester which involves performing with at least one other person. Students report on their project to the College Office by downloading the semester report form from the Student Resources section of the college website.

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MUS 576 -Composition students must arrange a public performance of an original composition. This involves preparation of the score, editing, finding performers, organizing rehearsals and arranging a performance date and venue. It may including performing, or conducting a group of performers. For composition majors only.

MUS 561, 551, 571, OR 575 - Ensemble

MUS 561 – Preparation and public performance of representative works from the symphonic literature. All instrumental students must be enrolled in the orchestra program. VAM Symphony Orchestra gives four concerts each year.

OR

MUS 551 – Vocal Theatre Workshop focuses on staged performances of vocal repertoire. Solo and ensemble pieces will be tailored and assigned to the students. Each term will culminate in a fully-produced show for the public.

OR

MUS 571 – Each Artist Diploma pianist is expected to organize and present at least one public performance each semester which involves performing with at least one other person. Students report on their project to the College Office by downloading the semester report form from the Student Resources section of the college website.

OR

MUS 575 -Composition students must arrange a public performance of an original composition. This involves preparation of the score, editing, finding performers, organizing rehearsals and arranging a performance date and venue. It may including performing, or conducting a group of performers. For composition majors only.

MUS 544 - Applied Music

Each college student receives 32 one-hour private lessons during the academic year.  Students also participate in master classes/technique classes/repertoire classes.  Recital appearances are expected.  Students may request a particular private instruction teacher. The CEO will assign the student to the requested teacher whenever space permits.

MUS 543 - Applied Music

Each college student receives 32 one-hour private lessons during the academic year.  Students also participate in master classes/technique classes/repertoire classes.  Recital appearances are expected.  Students may request a particular private instruction teacher. The CEO will assign the student to the requested teacher whenever space permits.

MUS 542 - Applied Music

Each college student receives 32 one-hour private lessons during the academic year.  Students also participate in master classes/technique classes/repertoire classes.  Recital appearances are expected.  Students may request a particular private instruction teacher. The CEO will assign the student to the requested teacher whenever space permits.

MUS 541 - Applied Music

Each college student receives 32 one-hour private lessons during the academic year.  Students also participate in master classes/technique classes/repertoire classes.  Recital appearances are expected.  Students may request a particular private instruction teacher. The CEO will assign the student to the requested teacher whenever space permits.

MUS 414 - Artists As Entrepreneurs

Collaboration, innovation and entrepreneurship in a music career. Preparing for and managing a freelance career is a focus. Includes website development and presentations. Required for Artist Diploma.

MUS 412 - Topics in Performance Success

Exploration of strategies for creating conditions for successful performances, auditions, and lasting careers. Topics include: tactics and solutions for dealing with performance anxiety, centered performance, and skills for focused practice and rehearsal. Required for Artist Diploma.

MUS 101 - Music Theory I

A study of the diatonic practices of harmony in tonal music and species counterpoint in modal music using written and analytical exercises.

MUS 102 - Music Theory II

A study of the diatonic practices of harmony in tonal music and species counterpoint in modal music using written and analytical exercises. Expands upon MUS 101 – Music Theory I.

MUS 121 - Ear-Training I

An intensive ear-training and sight-singing course using the moveable “do” system. Tonal, atonal and multiple part diatonic music is studied.

MUS 122 - Ear-Training II

An intensive ear-training and sight-singing course using the moveable “do” system. Tonal, atonal and multiple part diatonic music is studied. Builds on the foundations established in MUS 121 – Ear Training I

MUS 131 - Music History I

An overview of Western music from the Middle Ages to the present day. Representative scores are studied in conjunction with listening to provide a framework for understanding musical styles and practices.

MUS 132 - Music History II

Exploration of Western music of the Baroque and Classic eras. Score studies are enriched with reference to composers and their cultural context. Includes fundamentals of research and writing about music.

MUS 141 - Applied Music

Each college student receives 32 one-hour private lessons during the academic year.  Students also participate in master classes/technique classes/repertoire classes.  Recital appearances are expected.  Students may request a particular private instruction teacher. The Executive Director will assign the student to the requested teacher whenever space permits.

MUS 141a OR MUS 161 - Piano Class OR Ensemble (Orchestra)

MUS 141a – The examination of piano teaching material for beginning and professional students. Discussion will include the development of good musical taste, technical skills, memorization and intelligent practice. For piano majors only.
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MUS 161 – Preparation and public performance of representative works from the symphonic literature. All instrumental students must be enrolled in the orchestra program. VAM Symphony Orchestra gives three concerts each year.

MUS 142 - Applied Music

Each college student receives 32 one-hour private lessons during the academic year.  Students also participate in master classes/technique classes/repertoire classes.  Recital appearances are expected.  Students may request a particular private instruction teacher. The Executive Director will assign the student to the requested teacher whenever space permits..

MUS 142a OR MUS 162 - Piano Class OR Ensemble (Orchestra)

MUS 142a – The examination of piano teaching material for beginning and professional students. Discussion will include the development of good musical taste, technical skills, memorization and intelligent practice. For piano majors only.
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MUS 162 – Preparation and public performance of representative works from the symphonic literature. All instrumental students must be enrolled in the orchestra program. VAM Symphony Orchestra gives three concerts each year.

MUS 153 - Introduction to Composition I

Students will create basic compositions for one to three instruments after analysis of a variety of 20th- and 21st-century techniques. Includes introduction to notation software. Required for Composition majors and first year students with theory background; open to other interested students with permission of instructor.

MUS 154 - Introduction to Composition II

Continuation of MUS 153. Students will create basic compositions for one to three instruments after analysis of a variety of 20th- and 21st-century techniques. Includes introduction to notation software. Required for Composition majors and first year students with theory background; open to other interested students with permission of instructor.

MUS 163 - Ensemble (Vocal Theatre)

The Vocal Theatre Workshop provides an eight-week performance workshop in each semester to develop the vocal and dramatic interpretative powers of students through practical experience on selected vocal repertoire.

MUS 164 - Ensemble (Vocal Theatre)

The Vocal Theatre Workshop provides an eight-week performance workshop in each semester to develop the vocal and dramatic interpretative powers of students through practical experience on selected vocal repertoire.

MUS 171 - Diction I

Study of the basics of lyric pronunciation in the following languages: Italian, Latin, German, French, Spanish, and English. Using the International Phonetic Alphabet, singers will learn the rules of pronunciation through the use of examples drawn from the operatic and recital repertoire.

MUS 172 - Diction II

Study of the basics of lyric pronunciation in the following languages: Italian, Latin, German, French, Spanish, and English. Using the International Phonetic Alphabet, singers will learn the rules of pronunciation through the use of examples drawn from the operatic and recital repertoire.

MUS 201 - Music Theory III

A study of the chromatic practices of harmony in tonal music following the same basic approach as presented in MUS 101-102.

MUS 202 - Music Theory IV

A study of the chromatic practices of harmony in tonal music following the same basic approach as presented in MUS 101-102.

MUS 221 - Ear-Training III

Development of dictation and aural skills to include melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic material.

MUS 222 - Ear-Training IV

Development of dictation and aural skills to include melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic material.

MUS 231 - Music History III

Composers, styles, and genres from the nineteenth century to the present. A research project is presented in class.

MUS 232 - Music History IV

The development of European music from Antiquity through the Middle Ages and Renaissance

MUS 241 - Applied Music

Each college student receives 32 one-hour private lessons during the academic year.  Students also participate in master classes/technique classes/repertoire classes.  Recital appearances are expected.  Students may request a particular private instruction teacher. The Executive Director will assign the student to the requested teacher whenever space permits.

MUS 241a OR MUS 261 - Piano Class OR Ensemble (Orchestra)

MUS 241a – The examination of piano teaching material for beginning and professional students. Discussion will include the development of good musical taste, technical skills, memorization and intelligent practice. For piano majors only.
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MUS 261 – Preparation and public performance of representative works from the symphonic literature. All instrumental students must be enrolled in the orchestra program. VAM Symphony Orchestra gives three concerts each year.

MUS 242 - Applied Music

Each college student receives 32 one-hour private lessons during the academic year.  Students also participate in master classes/technique classes/repertoire classes.  Recital appearances are expected.  Students may request a particular private instruction teacher. The Executive Director will assign the student to the requested teacher whenever space permits.

MUS 242a OR MUS 262 - Piano Class OR Ensemble (Orchestra)

MUS 242a – The examination of piano teaching material for beginning and professional students. Discussion will include the development of good musical taste, technical skills, memorization and intelligent practice. For piano majors only.
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MUS 262 – Preparation and public performance of representative works from the symphonic literature. All instrumental students must be enrolled in the orchestra program. VAM Symphony Orchestra gives three concerts each year.

MUS 243 - Secondary Instrument

Students receive half-hour private lessons during the academic year; they may also participate in a performance class, master class, technique class, or repertoire class each week, at the discretion of the teacher.  Composition students are required to achieve a performance level on an instrument equivalent to RCM Grade 10.  If the required performance level is not achieved by the end of second year, students are required to continue instrument lessons, without credit and at additional cost, until their performance level is achieved.  For composition students only.

MUS 244 - Secondary Instrument

Students receive half-hour private lessons during the academic year; they may also participate in a performance class, master class, technique class, or repertoire class each week, at the discretion of the teacher.  Composition students are required to achieve a performance level on an instrument equivalent to RCM Grade 10.  If the required performance level is not achieved by the end of second year, students are required to continue instrument lessons, without credit and at additional cost, until their performance level is achieved.  For composition students only.

MUS 251 - Chamber Music

Coaching in representative repertoire by members of the VAM teaching staff. Students are auditioned and placed in an ensemble.

MUS 252 - Chamber Music

Coaching in representative repertoire by members of the VAM teaching staff. Students are auditioned and placed in an ensemble.

MUS 253 - Performance of an original composition

Composition students must arrange a public performance of an original composition.  This involves preparation of the score, editing, finding performers, organizing rehearsals and arranging a performance date and venue.  It may include performing, or conducting a group of performers.  In second year the original composition will normally be short and involve one or two performers.  In third and fourth years, compositions can be longer and for larger ensembles.  Compositions may be used on the final graduation recital.  For composition majors only.

MUS 254 - Performance of an original composition

Composition students must arrange a public performance of an original composition.  This involves preparation of the score, editing, finding performers, organizing rehearsals and arranging a performance date and venue.  It may include performing, or conducting a group of performers.  In second year the original composition will normally be short and involve one or two performers.  In third and fourth years, compositions can be longer and for larger ensembles.  Compositions may be used on the final graduation recital.  For composition majors only.

MUS 263 - Ensemble (Vocal Theatre)

The Vocal Theatre Workshop provides an eight-week performance workshop in each semester to develop the vocal and dramatic interpretative powers of students through practical experience on selected vocal repertoire.

MUS 264 - Ensemble (Vocal Theatre)

The Vocal Theatre Workshop provides an eight-week performance workshop in each semester to develop the vocal and dramatic interpretative powers of students through practical experience on selected vocal repertoire.

MUS 271 - Diction III

Study of the basics of lyric pronunciation in the following languages: Italian, Latin, German, French, Spanish, and English. Using the International Phonetic Alphabet, singers will learn the rules of pronunciation through the use of examples drawn from the operatic and recital repertoire.

MUS 272 - Diction IV

Study of the basics of lyric pronunciation in the following languages: Italian, Latin, German, French, Spanish, and English. Using the International Phonetic Alphabet, singers will learn the rules of pronunciation through the use of examples drawn from the operatic and recital repertoire.

MUS 301 - Music Theory V

Aural and visual analysis of song form, variations, rondo, sonata allegro, concerto, and symphony, focusing on the music of the Classical and Romantic periods.

MUS 302 - Music Theory VI

Aural and visual analysis of song form, variations, rondo, sonata allegro, concerto, and symphony, focusing on the music of the Classical and Romantic periods. Continuation of MUS 301.

MUS 341 - Applied Music

Each college student receives 32 one-hour private lessons during the academic year.  Students also participate in master classes/technique classes/repertoire classes.  Recital appearances are expected.  Students may request a particular private instruction teacher. The Executive Director will assign the student to the requested teacher whenever space permits.

MUS 341a OR MUS 361 - Piano Class OR Ensemble (Orchestra)

MUS 341a – The examination of piano teaching material for beginning and professional students. Discussion will include the development of good musical taste, technical skills, memorization and intelligent practice. For piano majors only.
OR
MUS 361 – Preparation and public performance of representative works from the symphonic literature. All instrumental students must be enrolled in the orchestra program. VAM Symphony Orchestra gives three concerts each year.

MUS 342 - Applied Music

Each college student receives 32 one-hour private lessons during the academic year.  Students also participate in master classes/technique classes/repertoire classes.  Recital appearances are expected.  Students may request a particular private instruction teacher. The Executive Director will assign the student to the requested teacher whenever space permits.

MUS 342a OR MUS 362 - Piano Class OR Ensemble (Orchestra)

The examination of piano teaching material for beginning and professional students. Discussion will include the development of good musical taste, technical skills, memorization and intelligent practice. For piano majors only.

MUS 351 - Chamber Music

Coaching in representative repertoire by members of the VAM teaching staff. Students are auditioned and placed in an ensemble.

MUS 353 - Performance of an original composition

Composition students must arrange a public performance of an original composition.  This involves preparation of the score, editing, finding performers, organizing rehearsals and arranging a performance date and venue.  It may include performing, or conducting a group of performers.  In second year the original composition will normally be short and involve one or two performers.  In third and fourth years, compositions can be longer and for larger ensembles.  Compositions may be used on the final graduation recital.  For composition majors only.

MUS 354 - Performance of an original composition

Composition students must arrange a public performance of an original composition.  This involves preparation of the score, editing, finding performers, organizing rehearsals and arranging a performance date and venue.  It may include performing, or conducting a group of performers.  In second year the original composition will normally be short and involve one or two performers.  In third and fourth years, compositions can be longer and for larger ensembles.  Compositions may be used on the final graduation recital.  For composition majors only.

MUS 355 - Performance of an Original Composition

Composition students must arrange a public performance of an original composition. This involves preparation of the score, editing, finding performers, organizing rehearsals and arranging a performance date and venue. It may including performing, or conducting a group of performers. For composition majors only.

MUS 356 - Performance of an Original Composition

Composition students must arrange a public performance of an original composition. This involves preparation of the score, editing, finding performers, organizing rehearsals and arranging a performance date and venue. It may including performing, or conducting a group of performers. For composition majors only.

MUS 361 OR 363 OR 341a OR 355 - Ensemble

MUS 341a – The examination of piano teaching material for beginning and professional students. Discussion will include the development of good musical taste, technical skills, memorization and intelligent practice. For piano majors only.

OR

MUS 355 -Composition students must arrange a public performance of an original composition. This involves preparation of the score, editing, finding performers, organizing rehearsals and arranging a performance date and venue. It may including performing, or conducting a group of performers. For composition majors only.

OR

MUS 361 – Preparation and public performance of representative works from the symphonic literature. All instrumental students must be enrolled in the orchestra program. VAM Symphony Orchestra gives three concerts each year.

OR

MUS 363 – The Opera Studio provides a six-week Scene Study Workshop in each semester to develop the vocal and dramatic interpretative powers of students through practical experience on a selected operatic repertoire.

MUS 362 OR 364 OR 342a OR 356 - Ensemble

MUS 341a – The examination of piano teaching material for beginning and professional students. Discussion will include the development of good musical taste, technical skills, memorization and intelligent practice. For piano majors only.

OR

MUS 356 – Composition students must arrange a public performance of an original composition. This involves preparation of the score, editing, finding performers, organizing rehearsals and arranging a performance date and venue. It may including performing, or conducting a group of performers. For composition majors only.

OR

MUS 362 – Preparation and public performance of representative works from the symphonic literature. All instrumental students must be enrolled in the orchestra program. VAM Symphony Orchestra gives three concerts each year.

OR

MUS 364 -The Opera Studio provides a six-week Scene Study Workshop in each semester to develop the vocal and dramatic interpretative powers of students through practical experience on a selected operatic repertoire.

MUS 363 - Ensemble (Vocal Theatre)

The Vocal Theatre Workshop provides an eight-week performance workshop in each semester to develop the vocal and dramatic interpretative powers of students through practical experience on selected vocal repertoire.

MUS 364 - Ensemble (Vocal Theatre)

The Vocal Theatre Workshop provides an eight-week performance workshop in each semester to develop the vocal and dramatic interpretative powers of students through practical experience on selected vocal repertoire.

MUS 371 - Orchestration I

Introduction to the difficulties and techniques of scoring for the string choir. Transcriptions for the string orchestra. Timbres, ranges, and transpositions for instruments of the orchestra and band.

MUS 372 - Orchestration II

Introduction to the difficulties and techniques of scoring for woodwinds, brass and percussion. Scoring for diverse combinations of instruments from small groups to full orchestra.

MUS 381 - Conducting I

Study of basic conducting techniques pertinent to instrumental performance. Development of baton technique and score reading through conducting small ensembles.

MUS 382 - Conducting II

Advanced in-depth study of orchestral score reading covering elements of style, form, instrumental balance, articulation and phrasing.

MUS 391 - Song Repertoire

A survey of the solo song repertoire from 1600 to the present day. Songs will be studied in their historical, stylistic and literary contexts.

MUS 392 - Opera Repertoire

A study of representative operas and their composers in terms of their relation to the social, political and cultural currents of their time.

MUS 598 - Artist Diploma Recital

First year Artist Diploma recital, consisting of a full length program with at least 60 minutes of music.  It will be adjudicated by the applied music teacher and one other juror.  Repertoire for the recital must be approved by the applied music teacher. For the AD in Composition, in place of the full recital in first year, the student can opt to submit a Portfolio of at least four original compositions of contrasting instrumentation presented in the form of printed scores (arrangements/orchestrations are not acceptable).  At least three of the pieces should have performance documentation from the period of the school year, including programs and if possible recordings.  These performances should have occurred within the period of the first year of study, and at least one of them should have taken place at VAM.  Since it is encouraged for composition students to promote their work elsewhere, recordings of performances outside of the school environment are valued. A written statement of 750-1000 words about all submitted works and general thoughts on the composer’s style and ideas must be included.  A short composer talk or lecture is also encouraged.  If the Portfolio option is chosen, performances cannot be the same as those used for MUS 575 and 576.

MUS 399 - Preparatory Recital

Preparatory Recital for Bachelor of Music students: A one-half solo recital presenting at least 30 minutes of music, adjudicated by the applied music teacher and one other examiner.  Repertoire for the recital must be approved by the applied music teacher.  A degree recital will take the place of a jury for that academic year.

MUS 411 - Career Development

Topics include: defining artistic and professional objectives; job application, interview and audition processes; understanding the concert presenter’s perspective; concert programming; audience development; marketing and expanding opportunities; and arts business realities. The goal is to enable students to achieve greater impact and forge successful musical careers.

MUS 441 - Applied Music

Each college student receives 32 one-hour private lessons during the academic year.  Students also participate in master classes/technique classes/repertoire classes.  Recital appearances are expected.  Students may request a particular private instruction teacher. The Executive Director will assign the student to the requested teacher whenever space permits.

MUS 441a OR MUS 461 - Piano Class OR Ensemble (Orchestra)

MUS 441a – The examination of piano teaching material for beginning and professional students. Discussion will include the development of good musical taste, technical skills, memorization and intelligent practice. For piano majors only.
OR
MUS 461 – Preparation and public performance of representative works from the symphonic literature. All instrumental students must be enrolled in the orchestra program. VAM Symphony Orchestra gives three concerts each year.

MUS 442 - Applied Music

Each college student receives 32 one-hour private lessons during the academic year.  Students also participate in master classes/technique classes/repertoire classes.  Recital appearances are expected.  Students may request a particular private instruction teacher. The Executive Director will assign the student to the requested teacher whenever space permits.

MUS 442a OR MUS 462 - Piano Class OR Ensemble (Orchestra)

MUS 442a – The examination of piano teaching material for beginning and professional students. Discussion will include the development of good musical taste, technical skills, memorization and intelligent practice. For piano majors only.
OR
MUS 462 – Preparation and public performance of representative works from the symphonic literature. All instrumental students must be enrolled in the orchestra program. VAM Symphony Orchestra gives three concerts each year.

MUS 451 - Chamber Music

Coaching in representative repertoire by members of the VAM teaching staff. Students are auditioned and placed in an ensemble.

MUS 453 - Performance of an Original Composition

Composition students must arrange a public performance of an original composition.  This involves preparation of the score, editing, finding performers, organizing rehearsals and arranging a performance date and venue.  It may include performing, or conducting a group of performers.  In second year the original composition will normally be short and involve one or two performers.  In third and fourth years, compositions can be longer and for larger ensembles.  Compositions may be used on the final graduation recital.  For composition majors only.n

MUS 455 - Performance of an Original Composition

Composition students must arrange a public performance of an original composition. This involves preparation of the score, editing, finding performers, organizing rehearsals and arranging a performance date and venue. It may including performing, or conducting a group of performers. For composition majors only.

MUS 456 - Performance of an Original Composition

Composition students must arrange a public performance of an original composition. This involves preparation of the score, editing, finding performers, organizing rehearsals and arranging a performance date and venue. It may including performing, or conducting a group of performers. For composition majors only.

MUS 461 OR 463 OR 441a OR 455 - Ensemble

MUS 441a – The examination of piano teaching material for beginning and professional students. Discussion will include the development of good musical taste, technical skills, memorization and intelligent practice. For piano majors only.

OR

MUS 455 – Composition students must arrange a public performance of an original composition. This involves preparation of the score, editing, finding performers, organizing rehearsals and arranging a performance date and venue. It may including performing, or conducting a group of performers. For composition majors only.

OR

MUS 461 – Preparation and public performance of representative works from the symphonic literature. All instrumental students must be enrolled in the orchestra program. VAM Symphony Orchestra gives three concerts each year.

OR

MUS 463 – The Vocal Theatre Workshop provides an eight-week performance workshop in each semester to develop the vocal and dramatic interpretative powers of students through practical experience on selected vocal repertoire.

MUS 462 OR 464 OR 442a OR 456 - Ensemble

MUS 442a – The examination of piano teaching material for beginning and professional students. Discussion will include the development of good musical taste, technical skills, memorization and intelligent practice. For piano majors only.

OR

MUS 456 – Composition students must arrange a public performance of an original composition. This involves preparation of the score, editing, finding performers, organizing rehearsals and arranging a performance date and venue. It may including performing, or conducting a group of performers. For composition majors only.

OR

MUS 462 – Preparation and public performance of representative works from the symphonic literature. All instrumental students must be enrolled in the orchestra program. VAM Symphony Orchestra gives three concerts each year.

OR

MUS 464 – The Vocal Theatre Workshop provides an eight-week performance workshop in each semester to develop the vocal and dramatic interpretative powers of students through practical experience on selected vocal repertoire.

MUS 463 - Ensemble (Vocal Theatre)

The Vocal Theatre Workshop provides an eight-week performance workshop in each semester to develop the vocal and dramatic interpretative powers of students through practical experience on selected vocal repertoire.

MUS 464 - Ensemble (Vocal Theatre)

The Vocal Theatre Workshop provides an eight-week performance workshop in each semester to develop the vocal and dramatic interpretative powers of students through practical experience on selected vocal repertoire.

MUS 491 - Theory VII

A study of the main trends, styles and techniques of post tonal music with emphasis on analysis and composition exercises.

MUS 492 - Theory VIII

Continuation of analysis and composition of post tonal music.

MUS 599 - Artist Diploma Recital

Graduation Recital for Artist Diploma students.  A full-length solo recital adjudicated by the applied music teacher and one other juror, presenting at least 60 minutes of music.  Repertoire for the recital must be approved by the applied music teacher.  For the AD in Composition , the student is required to organize a recital of his or her own original compositions.

MUS 499 - Graduation Recital

Graduation Recital: A full length recital adjudicated by the applied music tacher and one other juror, consisting of a minimum of 60 minutes of music.  Repertoire for the recital must be approved by the applied music teacher.  Degree recitals take the place of the jury for that academic year.

Elective - General Education Elective

General education electives are by distance education or credit transfer.

Elective - General Education Elective

General education electives are by distance education or credit transfer.

Elective - General Education Elective

General education electives are by distance education or credit transfer.

Elective - Language Elective

Singers are required to take 6 credits (2 courses) of French, German, Italian, Russian, or Spanish.

Elective - General Education Elective

General education electives are by distance education or credit transfer.

Student Recitals -

Student recitals are held throughout the school year. All students are required to perform in recitals at least once each year as part of their applied music curriculum. The student will consult with the private teacher regarding when and what to perform.

Public Concerts -

Every applied music student is expected to participate in a minimum of two public performances each year.