Music

Courses

MUSC 101 University Chorus 0-1 Credits

A large chorus that studies and performs music of many styles; performs each term. May be repeated for credit.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC 102 Chamber Singers 1.0 Credit

A select choir that performs advanced choral repertoire; performs frequently on and off campus. May be repeated for credit.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC 103 Naturally Sharp (Vocal Jazz Ensemble) 0-1 Credits

Naturally Sharp is a select group of singers, chosen by audition in the fall from the University Chorus. Naturally Sharp performs vocal jazz repertoire from the past hundred years with a three-piece backup band. Singers must also be able to do solos.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
Corequisite: MUSC 101

MUSC 104 All-College Choir 0-1 Credits

All-College Choir is a non-auditioned, mixed voice ensemble that performs repertoire of various styles, genres and eras - including music of the classical tradition, jazz, spirituals, American musical theater, folk and pop.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC 105 Concert Band 1.0 Credit

Performs a wide variety of music written for a large band; concerts given each term. May be repeated for credit.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC 106 Guitar Ensembles 1.0 Credit

Performs a wide variety of music written for a small guitar ensemble; concerts given at least twice a year. May be repeated for credit.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC 107 Jazz Ensembles 1.0 Credit

Offers rehearsal, study, and performance of jazz compositions for both large and small ensembles; concerts given on and off campus, sometimes with guest soloists. May be repeated for credit.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC 108 Jazztet 0-1 Credits

Jazztet is a subset of the larger Jazz Orchestra. Its size can vary based upon the availability of instrumentation and the desire of the director. Its purpose is to present jazz music in a small instrumentation format. Performances are typically part of the greater Jazz Orchestra concerts at the end of each term.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit
Corequisite: MUSC 107

MUSC 109 University Orchestra 1.0 Credit

This is a full orchestra that performs concert repertoire of various periods from the 18th century to the present day. Wind, brass, and percussionists must be in the concert band in order to participate.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC 110 Keyboard Ensembles 1.0 Credit

Performs a wide variety of music written for a small keyboard ensemble; concerts given at least twice a year. May be repeated for credit.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC 111 Chamber Music Ensemble 1.0 Credit

Various small ensembles performing a variety of music of many periods and styles. May be repeated for credit.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC 112 Fusion Band 1.0 Credit

Performs a wide variety of music written for a small fusion ensemble. The Fusion Band gives concerts at least twice a year. May be repeated for credit.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC 113 Percussion Ensembles 1.0 Credit

Performs a wide variety of music written for a small percussion ensemble. The ensemble gives concerts at least twice a year. May be repeated for credit.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC 114 Mediterranean Ensemble 0-1 Credits

The Drexel University Mediterranean Ensemble is open to any student with an interest in performing traditional music from the Balkans, the Middle East and Northern Africa. All instruments are welcomed.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC 115 Gospel Choir 1.0 Credit

Performs gospel music drawn from both traditional and contemporary sources. Performance opportunities for both singers and instrumentalists. Concerts given on and off campus each term. May be repeated for credit.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC 116 Pep Band 0-1 Credits

Pep Band is a group of roughly forty-five student musicians primarily from the concert band. The purpose of the Pep Band is to support the Drexel Dragons basketball team and play from the bleachers at home games as well as travel to tournaments.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC 117 Rock Ensemble 0-1 Credits

Rock Ensemble is an ensemble where students have the opportunity to gain experience working as a group rehearsing, arranging, organizing, recording, and ultimately performing songs in the rock/pop/contemporary genres. By choosing music that is both of high quality and varied, students have a unique opportunity to develop a strong work ethic while being exposed to various musical challenges.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC 118 Chamber Music: Strings 0-1 Credits

MUSC 118 forms its participants into various sized string groups from trios and quartets to octets. The repertoire spans music of the classical tradition and beyond, from the modern day back to the 17th century. These small groups will perform as part of a larger chamber recital at the end of each term.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC 120 Music Fundamentals 3.0 Credits

Music Fundamentals teaches students essential skills and knowledge relating to Western music. Focus is placed on ear training and core music theory concepts. This course perfectly compliments any student’s musical playing ability, beginning to advanced, and is essential to further musical development.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 121 Music Theory I 3.0 Credits

MUSC 121 covers the foundations of: notation, major/minor scales and keys, intervals, chord construction, phrase construction, small forms, and basic techniques of harmonizing a melody. The methodology centers on analysis combined with application.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 122 Music Theory II 3.0 Credits

MUSC 122 covers: texture and textural reduction, chromatic harmony, modulation, and large forms. This is a continuation of MUSC 121 and provides more depth into the topics of that course as well as offers advanced material. The methodology combines musical analysis with application.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MUSC 121 [Min Grade: D]

MUSC 124 Jazz Theory 3.0 Credits

Jazz Theory introduces musical concepts and skills as they pertain to this specific style of music. The material discussed is foundational knowledge for jazz composition, arranging, and improvisation. Therefore, this course is suitable for students interested in jazz performance or composition.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MUSC 121 [Min Grade: D]

MUSC 125 Ear Training I 1.0 Credit

Introduces the basics of ear training and sight singing.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MUSC 121 [Min Grade: D]

MUSC 126 Ear Training II 1.0 Credit

Continues MUSC 125.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MUSC 125 [Min Grade: D]

MUSC 130 Introduction to Music 3.0 Credits

Provides an introduction to music, including elements of melody, harmony, rhythm, texture, structure, history, and an introduction to various genres. Emphasizes listening with understanding.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 134 Mambo, Samba, Salsa, and More 3.0 Credits

This course introduces the various Latin American musical traditions, as well as their historical contexts, evolution, inter-connectivity and current importance.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 152 Survey of Songwriting 3.0 Credits

This course will examine the art and craft of songwriting. Students will listen to and analyze many examples from folk and popular music, from the 1930’s through to the present day. Students will use this knowledge, as well as that of basic music fundamentals, to compose a song at the end of the term.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 190 Class Piano I 2.0 Credits

Uses a group situation to teach basic performance skills and beginning instruction on piano.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 191 Class Guitar I 2.0 Credits

Uses a group situation to teach basic performance skills and beginning instruction on guitar.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 192 Class Percussion I 2.0 Credits

Uses a group situation to teach basic performance skills and beginning instruction on percussion.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 193 Class Voice I 2.0 Credits

Uses a group situation to teach basic performance skills and beginning instruction in voice.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 194 Class Bass I 2.0 Credits

Class Bass I uses group instruction to teach basic performance skills and techniques on electric bass guitar and upright bass.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 3 times for 6 credits

MUSC 195 Class Bass II 2.0 Credits

Class Bass II uses group instruction to teach advanced performance skills and techniques on electric bass guitar and upright bass.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated 3 times for 6 credits

MUSC 196 Jazz Class Piano 2.0 Credits

Students will learn the fundamentals in jazz piano playing by studying the melodic, harmonic and rhythmic aspects associated with jazz. Students will learn how to read, “lead sheets” and improvise over modal and standard chord changes.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 229 Modern Arranging Techniques 3.0 Credits

Modern Arranging Techniques. Discusses the capabilities and ranges of varying instruments. Students study modern arranging techniques utilizing strategies and standard music material.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MUSC 122 [Min Grade: D]

MUSC 231 European Classical Music History I 3.0 Credits

Surveys and analyzes compositions from antiquity through the Baroque period in European classical music history.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 232 European Classical Music History II 3.0 Credits

This course surveys and analyzes compositions from the Romantic Era through the 21st Century in European classical music history.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 234 The Beatles 3.0 Credits

This course will examine the cultural phenomena of The Beatles from their early history as a band through the end of their regular collaboration in 1970. While The Beatles have been examined in many different ways, this course will concentrate on their productivity as a rock band through the single pop song, the pop album, and film. It will also serve to provide a more in depth study of the group and their influence on other popular culture.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 235 History of Film Music 3.0 Credits

This course surveys film music from the silent film era to the present. Topics will include the composers of the genre, the changing musical styles through the decades, and the techniques used by film composers.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 236 Rock Music Through the Mid-60s 3.0 Credits

Surveys rock music from its roots through the mid-60s.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 238 Rock Music Since the Mid-60s 3.0 Credits

Surveys rock music from the mid-60s through the mid-90s.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 241 Private Lesson 2.0 Credits

Weekly private music lessons on an instrument or voice as indicated by the section number. Lessons are fifty minutes per week. The specific day and time is mutually agreed upon by the instructor and the student. Musical style, level of ability, and learning objectives are individually based. Students are encouraged to contact the instructor if they have questions. Students are charged a lab fee every term they register.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC 249 Digital Music Composition 3.0 Credits

Digital Music Composition teaches students how to compose music intended to be produced by a computer and related to software, opposed to composing for acoustic instruments. Students will learn how to use specific music software and explore contemporary compositional techniques.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MUSC 121 [Min Grade: D]

MUSC 252 Music Composition 3.0 Credits

Music Composition engages students in writing music for ensembles ranging from solo performer to large ensemble. Techniques of the common practice period as well as modernist harmonic techniques will be introduced and applied. Live performance of student projects will be provided and is an important feature of the course.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MUSC 229 [Min Grade: D]

MUSC 290 Class Piano II 2.0 Credits

Class Piano II is a continuation of Class Piano I. By the end of the term students will be able to perform a number of simple songs, play several scales and chord progressions, and have basic note reading skills.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MUSC 190 [Min Grade: D]

MUSC 291 Class Guitar II 2.0 Credits

Class Guitar II is a continuation of Class Guitar I. In this course students continue to work on note reading in first position, develop rhythmic skills and reading ability in different keys, learn movable barred chords and power chords, and learn basic finger picking technique.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MUSC 191 [Min Grade: D]

MUSC 300 Improvisation 0.0-3.0 Credits

Provides study and practice of various improvisatory styles in music. Includes classroom lectures, listening, and solo and ensemble performance.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 323 Songwriting 3.0 Credits

Addresses basic songwriting techniques including form, melody, rhythm, lyrics, and production. Projects are required.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MUSC 121 [Min Grade: D]

MUSC 331 World Musics 3.0 Credits

Surveys various musical traditions from around the world in their cultural contexts. Includes selected music from Africa, the Americas, Europe, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Northeast Asia, West Asia, and Oceania.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 333 Afro-American Music USA 3.0 Credits

Examines the African heritage and related New World forms outside the United States. Covers work songs, spirituals, blues, folk music, ragtime, gospel, rhythm and blues, jazz, etc.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 334 The Power of Black American Music 3.0 Credits

Provides an overview of American Folk music established by Black Americans in the early 1600s. Attention will be given to the African and Caribbean heritage exploring the religious, economic, cultural, and social environment that gave birth to work songs, spirituals, ragtime, blues, jazz, country, gospel, rock ‘n’ roll, rhythm & blues, soul, and hip hop. The course provides the opportunity to listen to music and highlight the musical inventions Black Americans brought to the new world.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 336 History of Jazz 3.0 Credits

Surveys the music popularly known as jazz from before 1900 through the stylistic changes and trends of the 20th century. Covers precursors, early jazz, big bands, bebop, the new music, etc.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 337 Hip-Hop Music History 3.0 Credits

Hip-Hop Music History is a comprehensive exploration of the origins of hip-hop music, and its meteoric rise to a preeminent genre of popular American music today. Instruction for this course comprises of the examination of hip-hop's noteworthy practitioners, the corroborative technology and propitious media which support it, and the often innovative practice of musical and lyrical creativity that defines the genre.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 338 [WI] American Popular Music 3.0 Credits

Examines popular music (dances, marches, ragtime, jazz, musical comedy, movie music, swing, rock, etc.) from Colonial times to the present, with cultural-historical contexts.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit

MUSC 342 Applied Music-Recital 2.0 Credits

Students will present a public recital featuring significant solo repertoire. Repertoire choices for recital must be made through the Applied Music instructor.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: MUSC 241 [Min Grade: D]

MUSC I199 Independent Study in MUSC 0.0-12.0 Credits

Self-directed within the area of study requiring intermittent consultation with a designated instructor.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC I299 Independent Study in MUSC 0.0-12.0 Credits

Self-directed within the area of study requiring intermittent consultation with a designated instructor.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC I399 Independent Study in MUSC 0.0-12.0 Credits

Self-directed within the area of study requiring intermittent consultation with a designated instructor.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC I499 Independent Study in MUSC 0.0-12.0 Credits

Self-directed within the area of study requiring intermittent consultation with a designated instructor.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC T180 Special Topics in Music 0.0-12.0 Credits

Topics decided upon by faculty will vary within the area of study.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC T280 Special Topics in Music 0.0-12.0 Credits

Topics decided upon by faculty will vary within the area of study.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC T380 Special Topics in Music 0.5-12.0 Credits

Topics decided upon by faculty will vary within the area of study.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

MUSC T480 Special Topics in Music 0.0-12.0 Credits

Topics decided upon by faculty will vary within the area of study.

College/Department: Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
Repeat Status: Can be repeated multiple times for credit

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