Catalog Review

For Course Qualities In Effect For 2024-25

Process Date: 21-NOV-2024

MUTH - Music Theory

100 FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC THEORY Active
  Long Title: Fundamentals of Music Theory  
Units: 3 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: 16 IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: No Schedule Type: 05 - Lab/Studio Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL02 - 100-199 Introductory Course
Prerequisites:
Description: An introduction to the structural components of music from a variety of musical cultures and traditions. Students will explore a range of musical practices to discover how musical elements such as rhythm, timbre, pitch, and harmony participate in the creation, notation, performance, and experience of music. N.B.: course does not apply toward the B.Mus degree program.

151 MUSIC FUNDS/THEORY/ANALYSIS 1 Active
  Long Title: Music Fundamentals, Theory, and Analysis 1  
Units: 6 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 03 - Standard Plus Additional Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M056 - Music Theory 1
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL02 - 100-199 Introductory Course
Prerequisites: Placement Corequisites: MUTH 161, 171
Description: An expanded version of MUTH 201, this course provides a comprehensive introduction to tonal harmony, counterpoint, and associated formal procedures in conjunction with a thorough grounding in music fundamentals. Placement determined by the Music Theory Placement Exam. Corequisites: MUTH 161 and 171 PREREQUISITES: Placement Corequisites: MUTH 161, 171

152 MUSIC FUNDS/THEORY/ANALYSIS 2 Active
  Long Title: Music Fundamentals, Theory, and Analysis 2  
Units: 6 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 03 - Standard Plus Additional Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M058 - Music Theory 2
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL02 - 100-199 Introductory Course
Prerequisites: MUTH 151 Corequisites: MUTH 162, 172
Description: An expanded version of MUTH 202, this course provides a comprehensive introduction to tonal harmony, counterpoint, and associated formal procedures in conjunction with a thorough grounding in music fundamentals. Corequisites: MUTH 162, 172. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 151 Corequisites: MUTH 162, 172

161 AURAL SKILLS FUNDAMENTALS 1 Active
  Long Title: Aural Skills Fundamentals 1  
Units: 1 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 05 - Lab/Studio Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M036 - Aural Skills 1
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL02 - 100-199 Introductory Course
Prerequisites: Placement Corequisites: MUTH 151, 171 Credit does not count toward the B. Mus. degree
Description: Ear training commensurate with MUTH 151. Melodic, harmonic, and contrapuntal dictation, error detection, and aural perception of basic formal procedures. Placement determined by the Music Theory Placement Exam. Credit does not count toward the B. Mus. degree. Corequisites: MUTH 151, 171. PREREQUISITES: Placement Corequisites: MUTH 151, 171 Credit does not count toward the B. Mus. degree

162 AURAL SKILLS FUNDAMENTALS 2 Active
  Long Title: Aural Skills Fundamentals 2  
Units: 1 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 05 - Lab/Studio Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M038 - Aural Skills 2
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL02 - 100-199 Introductory Course
Prerequisites: MUTH 161 Corequisites: MUTH 152, 172 Credit does not count toward the B.Mus degree
Description: Ear training commensurate with MUTH 152. Melodic, harmonic, and contrapuntal dictation, error detection, and aural perception of basic formal procedures. Credit does not count toward the B.Mus. degree. Corequisites: MUTH 152, 172. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 161 Corequisites: MUTH 152, 172 Credit does not count toward the B.Mus degree

171 SIGHT SINGING FUNDAMENTALS 1 Active
  Long Title: Sight Singing Fundamentals 1  
Units: 1 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 05 - Lab/Studio Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M046 - Sight Singing 1
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL02 - 100-199 Introductory Course
Prerequisites: Placement Corequisites: MUTH 151, 161 Credit does not count toward the B. Mus. degree
Description: Sight singing commensurate with MUTH 151. Solo and ensemble singing using solfège; treble and bass clefs only. One- and two-part rhythmic exercises. Improvisation. Placement determined by corequisite course placement. Credit does not count toward the B. Mus. degree. Corequisites: MUTH 151, 161. PREREQUISITES: Placement Corequisites: MUTH 151, 161 Credit does not count toward the B. Mus. degree

172 SIGHT SINGING FUNDAMENTALS 2 Active
  Long Title: Sight Singing Fundamentals 2  
Units: 1 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 05 - Lab/Studio Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M048 - Sight Singing 2
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL02 - 100-199 Introductory Course
Prerequisites: MUTH 171 Corequisites: MUTH 152, 162 Credit does not count toward the B. Mus. degree
Description: Sight singing commensurate with MUTH 152. Solo and ensemble singing using solfège; treble and bass clefs only. One- and two-part rhythmic exercises. Improvisation. Credit does not count toward the B. Mus. degree. Corequisites: MUTH 152, 162. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 171 Corequisites: MUTH 152, 162 Credit does not count toward the B. Mus. degree

191 DIRECTED STUDY IN MUSIC THEORY Active
  Long Title: Directed Study in Music Theory  
Units: 1 TO 98 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: Yes
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: Yes
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 14 - Directed Study Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL02 - 100-199 Introductory Course
Prerequisites: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.
Description: Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.

195 INTERNSHIP IN MUSIC THEORY Active
  Long Title: Internship in Music Theory  
Units: 1 TO 98 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: Yes
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: Yes
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 08 - Internship/Practica Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
A010 - Internship
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL02 - 100-199 Introductory Course
Prerequisites: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor
Description: An experience-based project in music developed in consultation with a designated supervisor and a conservatory faculty member, comprising a work component and an academic component. The academic component of the internship, carried out under the supervision of the faculty member, may include readings related to the substance of the internship, discussions with the faculty member, and a written report or other culminating project appropriate to the discipline. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor

201 MUSIC THEORY & ANALYSIS 1 Active
  Long Title: Music Theory and Analysis 1  
Units: 4 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 01 - Standard Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M056 - Music Theory 1
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: Placement Corequisites: MUTH 211, 221
Description: A comprehensive introduction to the structural principles and compositional techniques of tonal music. Emphasis on diatonic harmony and elementary counterpoint through written exercises, model composition, and analysis. Introduction to associated formal procedures. Section assignment determined by the Music Theory Placement Exam. Corequisites: MUTH 211 and 221. PREREQUISITES: Placement Corequisites: MUTH 211, 221

202 MUSIC THEORY & ANALYSIS 2 Active
  Long Title: Music Theory and Analysis 2  
Units: 4 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 01 - Standard Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M058 - Music Theory 2
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: MUTH 201 Corequisites: MUTH 212, 222
Description: A comprehensive introduction to the structural principles and compositional techniques of tonal music. Emphasis on diatonic harmony and elementary counterpoint through written exercises, model composition, and analysis. Introduction to associated formal procedures. Corequisites: MUTH 212 and 222. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 201 Corequisites: MUTH 212, 222

211 AURAL SKILLS 1 Active
  Long Title: Aural Skills 1  
Units: 1 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 05 - Lab/Studio Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M036 - Aural Skills 1
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: Placement Corequisites: MUTH 201, 221
Description: Ear training commensurate with MUTH 201. Melodic, harmonic, and contrapuntal dictation, error detection, and aural perception of basic formal procedures. Section assignment determined by the Music Theory Placement Exam. Corequisites: MUTH 201, 221. PREREQUISITES: Placement Corequisites: MUTH 201, 221

212 AURAL SKILLS 2 Active
  Long Title: Aural Skills 2  
Units: 1 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 05 - Lab/Studio Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M038 - Aural Skills 2
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: MUTH 211 Corequisites: MUTH 202, 222
Description: Ear training commensurate with MUTH 202. Melodic, harmonic, and contrapuntal dictation, error detection, and aural perception of basic formal procedures. Corequisites: MUTH 202, 222. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 211 Corequisites: MUTH 202, 222

221 SIGHT SINGING 1 Active
  Long Title: Sight Singing 1  
Units: 1 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 05 - Lab/Studio Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M046 - Sight Singing 1
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: Placement Corequisites: MUTH 201, 211
Description: Sight singing commensurate with MUTH 201. Solo and ensemble singing using solfège; treble and bass clefs only. One- and two-part rhythmic exercises. Improvisation. Placement determined by corequisite course placement. Corequisites: MUTH 201, 211. PREREQUISITES: Placement Corequisites: MUTH 201, 211

222 SIGHT SINGING 2 Active
  Long Title: Sight Singing 2  
Units: 1 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 05 - Lab/Studio Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M048 - Sight Singing 2
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: MUTH 221 Corequisites: MUTH 202, 212
Description: Sight singing commensurate with MUTH 202. Solo and ensemble singing using solfège; treble and bass clefs only. One- and two-part rhythmic exercises. Improvisation. Taken in sequence. Corequisites: MUTH 202, 212. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 221 Corequisites: MUTH 202, 212

240 JAZZ THEORY & AURAL TRAINING Active
  Long Title: Jazz Theory and Aural Training  
Units: 3 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 03 - Standard Plus Additional Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites:
Description: A comprehensive introduction to jazz scales, modes, chords, harmonic progressions, nomenclature, and notation. Emphasis on linking essential jazz theoretic functions to performance practice, composition, and arranging.

251 MUSIC THEORY & ANALYSIS 3 Active
  Long Title: Music Theory and Analysis 3  
Units: 4 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 01 - Standard Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M060 - Music Theory 3
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: MUTH 152 or MUTH 202 Corequisites: MUTH 261, 271
Description: Continued study of the harmonic techniques and structural principles of tonal music, with emphasis on chromatic harmony and contrapuntal elaboration through written exercises, model composition, and analysis. Introduction to binary, ternary, rondo, and variation forms. Corequisites: MUTH 261, 271. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 152 or MUTH 202 Corequisites: MUTH 261, 271

252 MUSIC THEORY & ANALYSIS 4 Active
  Long Title: Music Theory and Analysis 4  
Units: 4 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 01 - Standard Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M062 - Music Theory 4
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: MUTH 251 Corequisites: MUTH 262, 272
Description: Continued study of the harmonic techniques and structural principles of tonal music, with emphasis on chromatic harmony and contrapuntal elaboration through written exercises, model composition, and analysis. More complex binary, ternary, and rondo forms. Sonata form and fugue. Corequisites: MUTH 262, 272. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 251 Corequisites: MUTH 262, 272

261 AURAL SKILLS 3 Active
  Long Title: Aural Skills 3  
Units: 1 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 05 - Lab/Studio Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M040 - Aural Skills 3
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: MUTH 162 or MUTH 212 Corerequisites: MUTH 251, 271
Description: Ear training commensurate with MUTH 251. Continued work in melodic, harmonic, and contrapuntal dictation, error detection, and aural perception of small-scale forms of tonal music. Corequisites: MUTH 251, 271. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 162 or MUTH 212 Corerequisites: MUTH 251, 271

262 AURAL SKILLS 4 Active
  Long Title: Aural Skills 4  
Units: 1 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 05 - Lab/Studio Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M042 - Aural Skills 4
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: MUTH 261 Corerequisites: MUTH 252, 272
Description: Ear training commensurate with MUTH 252. Continued work in melodic, harmonic, and contrapuntal dictation, error detection, and aural perception of large-scale forms of tonal music. Corequisites: MUTH 252, 272. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 261 Corerequisites: MUTH 252, 272

271 SIGHT SINGING 3 Active
  Long Title: Sight Singing 3  
Units: 1 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 05 - Lab/Studio Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M050 - Sight Singing 3
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: MUTH 172 or MUTH 222 Corequisites: MUTH 251, 261
Description: Sight singing commensurate with MUTH 251. Continued solo and ensemble singing (modes, alto and tenor clefs added), rhythmic exercises, and improvisation. Corequisites: MUTH 251, 261. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 172 or MUTH 222 Corequisites: MUTH 251, 261

272 SIGHT SINGING 4 Active
  Long Title: Sight Singing 4  
Units: 1 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 05 - Lab/Studio Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M052 - Sight Singing 4
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: MUTH 271 Corerequisites: MUTH 252, 262
Description: Sight singing commensurate with MUTH 252. Continued solo and ensemble singing (modes, alto and tenor clefs added), rhythmic exercises, and improvisation. Corequisites: MUTH 252, 262. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 271 Corerequisites: MUTH 252, 262

301 MUSIC THEORY & ANALYSIS 5 Active
  Long Title: Music Theory and Analysis 5  
Units: 4 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 01 - Standard Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M064 - Music Theory 5
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: MUTH 252 Corequisites: MUTH 311, 321
Description: An introduction to the structural principles and formal procedures of music from the early 20th century to the present. Corequisites: MUTH 311, 321. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 252 Corequisites: MUTH 311, 321

311 AURAL SKILLS 5 Active
  Long Title: Aural Skills 5  
Units: 1 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 05 - Lab/Studio Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M044 - Aural Skills 5
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: MUTH 262 Corequisites: MUTH 301, 321
Description: Ear training commensurate with MUTH 301. Corequisites: MUTH 301, 321. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 262 Corequisites: MUTH 301, 321

321 SIGHT SINGING 5 Active
  Long Title: Sight Singing 5  
Units: 1 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 05 - Lab/Studio Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
M054 - Sight Singing 5
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: MUTH 272 Corequisites: MUTH 301, 311
Description: Sight singing commensurate with MUTH 301. Corequisites: MUTH 301, 311. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 272 Corequisites: MUTH 301, 311

345 POST-CORE SIGHT SINGING Active
  Long Title: Post-Core Sight Singing  
Units: 1 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: Yes
S/U Only: Yes Enr Limit per Sec: 18 IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: No Schedule Type: 05 - Lab/Studio Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: MUTH 321
Description: An elective course in sight singing for students who have completed the core sequence. Repertoire includes various styles of part music from the Renaissance to the present day. Improvisation. May be repeated for credit. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 321

350 TOPICS IN MUSIC ANALYSIS Active
  Long Title: Topics in Music Analysis  
Units: 6 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: No Schedule Type: 01 - Standard Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
A015 - Topics Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: MUTH 301
Description: Intermediate studies in music theory and analysis, focusing on a particular theoretical model, analytical approach, or corpus of works. Topics vary from year to year. Course may be repeated when the topic is different.

390 TUTORIAL IN MUSIC THEORY Active
  Long Title: Tutorial Studies in Music Theory  
Units: 1 TO 98 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: Yes
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: Yes
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 09 - Tutorial Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.
Description: A tutorial is a primarily student-driven course of study undertaken by an individual student or small group of students in collaboration with one or more faculty members. The primary goal of a tutorial is expansion, refinement, and synthesis of knowledge and abilities through in-depth exploration of a specific topic. Tutorials supplement regular course offerings, especially in the junior and senior years, by extending the curriculum in depth or breadth according to the intersecting interests of students and faculty members. A tutorial may be undertaken to satisfy personal academic interest, to prepare for advanced or graduate study, or to lay the groundwork for an independent study, senior experience, or honors project. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.

391 DIRECTED STUDY IN MUSIC THEORY Active
  Long Title: Directed Study in Music Theory  
Units: 1 TO 98 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: Yes
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: Yes
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 14 - Directed Study Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.
Description: Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.

395 INTERNSHIP IN MUSIC THEORY Active
  Long Title: Internship in Music Theory  
Units: 1 TO 98 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: Yes
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: Yes
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 08 - Internship/Practica Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
A010 - Internship
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.
Description: An experience-based project in music developed in consultation with a designated supervisor and a conservatory faculty member, comprising a work component and an academic component. The academic component of the internship, carried out under the supervision of the faculty member, may include readings related to the substance of the internship, discussions with the faculty member, and a written report or other culminating project appropriate to the discipline. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.

399 INDEP STUDY IN MUSIC THEORY Active
  Long Title: Independent Study in Music Theory  
Units: 1 TO 98 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: Yes
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: Yes
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 10 - IS Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL03 - 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Prerequisites: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.
Description: Students considering an honors project should register for independent study for one or more terms. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.

401 COUNTERPOINT Active
  Long Title: Counterpoint in the Style of J.S. Bach  
Units: 6 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: 12 IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: No Schedule Type: 01 - Standard Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course
Prerequisites: MUTH 301 or consent of instructor
Description: A survey of the techniques of 18th-century counterpoint. Imitative and non-imitative counterpoint in two and three voices, leading to the composition of dance suite movements, canons, and three-voice fugues. Complementary work in analysis. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 301 or consent of instructor

402 COUNTERPOINT II Active
  Long Title: Counterpoint in the Style of J.S. Bach II  
Units: 6 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: 15 IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: No Schedule Type: 01 - Standard Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course
Prerequisites: MUTH 401
Description: A continuation of MUTH 401. Imitative counterpoint in three and four voices, leading to the composition of a four-voice fugue. Complementary work in analysis. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 401

421 THEORY/ANALYS MUSIC SINCE 1900 Active
  Long Title: Theory & Analysis of Music Since 1900  
Units: 6 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: 12 IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: No Schedule Type: 01 - Standard Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course
Prerequisites: MUTH 301
Description: Study of a range of advanced analytical approaches to selected works composed between ca. 1900 and the present. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 301

520 SCHENKERIAN ANALYSIS Active
  Long Title: Schenkerian Analysis  
Units: 6 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: 12 IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: No Schedule Type: 01 - Standard Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course
Prerequisites: MUTH 301 or consent of instructor
Description: An introduction to the theory and analytical techniques of Heinrich Schenker (1868-1935), one of the most influential twentieth-century theorists of tonal music. The course explores Schenkerian concepts of prolongation, composing-out, structural levels, and linear progression as applied to significant works of tonal music from Bach to Brahms, providing as well a thorough grounding in Schenker’s elegant techniques of graphic analysis. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 301 or consent of instructor

550 TOPICS IN MUSIC ANALYSIS Active
  Long Title: Topics in Music Analysis  
Units: 6 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: No
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: 12 IP Allowed: No
Permission Req.: No Schedule Type: 01 - Standard Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
A015 - Topics Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course
Prerequisites: MUTH 301
Description: Advanced studies in music analysis, such as Schenkerian analysis, late 19th-century chromaticism, and analysis and performance. Topics vary from year to year. Course may be repeated with consent of instructor.

Topic for Winter 2025: Global Music Theory and Analysis

An exploration of systems of music theory and analysis from musical cultures around the globe. Students will apply a variety of theoretical and analytical approaches to questions of melody, rhythm/meter, form, etc. from such genres as Hindustani classical music, Balkan folk dance, and Afrobeat. PREREQUISITES: MUTH 301


590 TUTORIAL IN MUSIC THEORY Active
  Long Title: Tutorial Studies in Music Theory  
Units: 1 TO 98 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: Yes
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: Yes
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 09 - Tutorial Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course
Prerequisites: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.
Description: A tutorial is a primarily student-driven course of study undertaken by an individual student or small group of students in collaboration with one or more faculty members. The primary goal of a tutorial is expansion, refinement, and synthesis of knowledge and abilities through in-depth exploration of a specific topic. Tutorials supplement regular course offerings, especially in the junior and senior years, by extending the curriculum in depth or breadth according to the intersecting interests of students and faculty members. A tutorial may be undertaken to satisfy personal academic interest, to prepare for advanced or graduate study, or to lay the groundwork for an independent study, senior experience, or honors project. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.

591 DIRECTED STUDY IN MUSIC THEORY Active
  Long Title: Directed Study in Music Theory  
Units: 1 TO 98 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: Yes
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: Yes
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 14 - Directed Study Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course
Prerequisites: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.
Description: Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.

595 INTERNSHIP IN MUSIC THEORY Active
  Long Title: Internship in Music Theory  
Units: 1 TO 98 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: Yes
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: Yes
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 08 - Internship/Practica Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
A010 - Internship
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course
Prerequisites: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.
Description: An experience-based project in music developed in consultation with a designated supervisor and a conservatory faculty member, comprising a work component and an academic component. The academic component of the internship, carried out under the supervision of the faculty member, may include readings related to the substance of the internship, discussions with the faculty member, and a written report or other culminating project appropriate to the discipline. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.

599 INDEP STUDY IN MUSIC THEORY Active
  Long Title: Independent Study in Music Theory  
Units: 1 TO 98 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: Yes
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: Yes
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 10 - IS Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL04 - 400-599 Advanced Course
Prerequisites: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.
Description: Students considering an honors project should register for independent study for one or more terms. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.

690 TUTORIAL IN MUSIC THEORY Active
  Long Title: Tutorial Studies in Music Theory  
Units: 1 TO 98 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: Yes
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: Yes
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 09 - Tutorial Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL05 - 600-699 Capstone Course
Prerequisites: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.
Description: A tutorial is a primarily student-driven course of study undertaken by an individual student or small group of students in collaboration with one or more faculty members. The primary goal of a tutorial is expansion, refinement, and synthesis of knowledge and abilities through in-depth exploration of a specific topic. Tutorials supplement regular course offerings, especially in the junior and senior years, by extending the curriculum in depth or breadth according to the intersecting interests of students and faculty members. A tutorial may be undertaken to satisfy personal academic interest, to prepare for advanced or graduate study, or to lay the groundwork for an independent study, senior experience, or honors project. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.

691 DIRECTED STUDY IN MUS THEORY Active
  Long Title: Directed Study in Music Theory  
Units: 1 TO 98 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: Yes
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: Yes
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 14 - Directed Study Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL05 - 600-699 Capstone Course
Prerequisites: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.
Description: Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.

695 INTERNSHIP IN MUSIC THEORY Active
  Long Title: Internship in Music Theory  
Units: 1 TO 98 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: Yes
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: Yes
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 08 - Internship/Practica Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
A010 - Internship
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL05 - 600-699 Capstone Course
Prerequisites: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.
Description: An experience-based project in music developed in consultation with a designated supervisor and a conservatory faculty member, comprising a work component and an academic component. The academic component of the internship, carried out under the supervision of the faculty member, may include readings related to the substance of the internship, discussions with the faculty member, and a written report or other culminating project appropriate to the discipline. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.

699 INDEP STUDY IN MUSIC THEORY Active
  Long Title: Independent Study in Music Theory  
Units: 1 TO 98 Cross-Listing Parent: Repeatable: Yes
S/U Only: No Enr Limit per Sec: None IP Allowed: Yes
Permission Req.: Yes Schedule Type: 10 - IS Campus: Appleton Main Campus
Attributes: A003 - Music Course
G034 - GER Fine Arts Div
S029 - Music Theory Course
UD01 - Division of Fine Arts
UL01 - Upper Level Degree Cr (200+)
UL05 - 600-699 Capstone Course
Prerequisites: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.
Description: Students considering an honors project should register for independent study for one or more terms. PREREQUISITES: To register student must complete the Student Initiated Course Form with consultation of supervising instructor.