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USC Thornton School of Music

Since its founding in 1884, the USC Thornton School of Music has become the center of

higher education in music in the western United States and ranks among the top five

schools of music in the nation. Situated in the heart of the vital musical life of Los Angeles,

the Thornton School of Music brings together a distinguished faculty and gifted students from

around the world. It is in this wonderfully diverse cultural milieu that students are offered instruc-

tion in virtually all professional and scholarly branches of music, including instrumental and vocal

performance, jazz, early music, conducting, composition, film scoring, music industry, music educa-

tion, recording arts, pedagogy, choral and church music, conducting and opera. In addition to its

major programs, the Thornton School of Music also offers a wide array of music minors and gener-

al interest courses for students majoring in other disciplines.

The USC Symphony, Chamber Choir, Concert Choir, Opera, Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Winds,

Trojan Marching Band, Jazz Ensemble, Contemporary Music Ensemble, Early Music Ensemble and a

wide variety of large and small choral and instrumental ensembles assure students the broadest

performing experience. More than 500 formal and informal concerts and recitals are presented on

campus each year and the school regularly presents eminent visiting artists and scholars in master

classes, workshops, lectures, seminars and in performance.

Los Angeles is the home of numerous musical organizations whose performances contribute

immeasurably to the cultural life of the region, and also the home of the nation’s major recording,

radio, film and television industries. All offer abundant opportunities to the serious young musician.

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Music Student ServicesUnited University Church-B(213) 740-4721FAX: (213) 740-5950Email: [email protected] Dean: Debora Huffman

Undergraduate StudiesRamo Hall of Music 112(213) 740-7703Director: Stewart Gordon

Graduate StudiesWaite Phillips Hall 304(213) 740-3211Director: Bryan Simms

Music AdmissionsMusic Faculty Building 410(213) 740-8986FAX: (213) 740-8995Director: Christopher Sampson

Choral and Church MusicMusic Faculty Building 416(213) 740-7418Chair: William Dehning

Classical GuitarMusic Faculty Building 305(213) 740-7399Chair: James Smith

ConductingMusic Faculty Building 312(213) 740-3131Acting Chair: Douglas Lowry

Jazz StudiesMusic Faculty Building 305(213) 740-3119Chair: Shelton Berg

Keyboard StudiesRamo Hall of Music 112(213) 740-7703Chair: Stewart Gordon

Music History and LiteratureWaite Phillips Hall 304(213) 740-3211Chair: Janet Johnson

Music EducationWaite Phillips Hall 302(213) 740-3211Chair: Patrice Madura

Music IndustryMusic Faculty Building 416(213) 740-3224Chair: Richard McIlvery

OrganRamo Hall of Music 112(213) 740-7703Chair: Ladd Thomas

StringsRamo Hall of Music 112(213) 740-7704Chair: Ronald Leonard

Studio GuitarMusic Faculty Building 305(213) 740-7399Chair: Richard Smith

Theory and CompositionMusic Faculty Building 308(213) 740-7416Chair: Morten Lauridsen

Vocal ArtsRamo Hall of Music 112(213) 740-7704Chair: Gary Glaze

Winds and PercussionMusic Faculty Building 308(213) 740-7416Chair: Terry Cravens

Electroacoustic MediaMusic Faculty Building 416(213) 740-3224Coordinator: Richard McIlvery

Keyboard Collaborative ArtsRamo Hall of Music 112(213) 740-7703Director: Alan Smith

Recording ArtsMusic Faculty Building 416(213) 740-3224Director: Richard McIlvery

Scoring for Motion Pictures and TelevisionMusic Faculty Building 308(213) 740-7416Director: Norman D. (Buddy) Baker

All departments may be reached by writing to:USC School of MusicMusic Faculty BuildingLos Angeles, CA 90089-0851FAX: (213) 740-3217

AdministrationLarry J. Livingston, M.M., Dean

Douglas Lowry, M.M., Associate Dean

Susan M. Benedict, M.B.A., Assistant Dean forAdministration

Debora L. Huffman, Ed.D., Assistant Dean forAcademic Services

FacultyGregor Piatigorsky Chair in Violoncello: RonaldLeonard, Dipl.

Professors: Arthur C. Bartner, Ed.D.*; HansBeer; Nancy Bricard, M.M.; Terry Cravens,D.M.A.; Donald Crockett, Ph.D.*; WilliamDehning, D.M.A.; Gary Glaze, M.M.; StewartGordon, D.M.A.; Stephen Hartke, Ph.D.;James Hopkins, Ph.D.*; Morten Lauridsen,D.M.A.*; Frederick Lesemann, D.M.A.*;Larry Livingston, M.M.; Thom Mason,D.M.A.; Donald McInnes, M.M.; John Perry,M.M.*; Daniel Pollack, M.S.*; EleonoreSchoenfeld*; Bryan Simms, Ph.D.; LaddThomas, D.Mus.; James Tyler; Jay Zorn,D.M.E.

Associate Professors: Shelton Berg, M.M.;Gilbert Blount, Ph.D.; Bruce Brown, Ph.D.;Kevin Fitz-Gerald, Art. Dipl.; Yehuda Gilad,Dipl.; Janet Johnson, Ph.D.; Norman Krieger,M.M.; Robert Lipsett, B.A.; Thomas J.Lymenstull, D.M.A.; Robert Moore, Ph.D.;Erica Muhl, D.M.A.; Giulio Ongaro, Ph.D.;Alan Smith, D.M.A.; James Smith, M.M.;Richard Smith, M.M.; John Thomas, M.M.;Dennis Thurmond, M.M.; Frank Ticheli,D.M.A.; David Wilson, D.M.A.; Richard J.Wingell, Ph.D.

Assistant Professors: Erik Forrester, M.M.;Maria Anna Harley, Ph.D.; Elizabeth Hynes,B.M.; Timothy Lindberg, M.M.; DouglasLowry, M.M.; Patrice Madura, D.M.E.;David Pfeiffer, B.M.; Frank Potenza, B.M.;Karl Swearingen, D.M.A.

Adjunct Professors: Norman “Buddy” Baker,D.M.A.; James Decker, A.A.; VincentDeRosa; Boyde Hood, M.M.; John T.Johnson, B.M.; David Raksin, M.A.; CherryRhodes, B.M.

Adjunct Associate Professors: Joel Timm,D.M.A.; JoAnn Turovsky, M.M.

Adjunct Assistant Professors: John Clayton,B.M.; David Howard, B.A.; WilliamKanengiser, M.M.; Janice McVeigh, M.A.;Roy Poper, B.M.; Scott Tennant, M.M.;Dennis Trembly

Lecturers: Nico Abondolo; Lucina Agabian-Hubbard; Dale Anderson; John Barnett; JanetBeazley; Richard Bellis; William Biersach;Bernadene Blaha; Timothy Boyle; JonBurlingame; George Burt; Pat Caddick;Glenn Carlos; Lucinda Carver; MartinChalifour; Polli Chambers-Salazar; NdugoChancler; Patricia Cloud; Rose Corrigan; BillCunliffe; Frank Curtis; Neal Desby; TheresaDimond; Joe Diorio; Timothy Emmons;Bruce Eskovitz; Judith Farmer; AnneFarnsworth; Gregg Field; Ralph Fielding;

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Angel Figueroa; Anthony Fox; AndrewGarver; John Girvin; Kirill Gliadkovsky;Pamela Goldsmith; Sara Graef; MitchellHanlon; Joe Harnell; Brian Head; LloydHebert; Lucille Hunt; Clay Jenkins; EdKalnins; Pat Kelley; Brian King; VictoriaKirsch; Tim Kobza; Miran Kojian; MilchoLeviev; Peter Loewen; Kenneth Lopez;Jonathan Mack; Gary Mannon; Peter Marsh;Shigemi Matsumoto; Ingrid Matthews;Stephen Maxym; Thomas Beno May; GeorgeMcIntyre; Vince Mendoza; Cynthia Munzer;Shaun Naidoo; Barbara Northcutt; DavidOakes; Tom Osuna; John Paton; AntoinettePerry; Louise Reichlin; Christine Rosander;Leonard Rosenmann; James Rötter; DanielRothmuller; Chris Rozé; Willis Schaefer;David Scott; James Self; Bob Sheppard; JackSmalley; David Spear; Nick Strimple;Tierney Sutton; Chris Taylor; Richard Todd;Terry Trotter; Stephen Trovato; Alan Vogel;Fred Vogler; James Walker; David Weiss;Terry Woodson; Gary Woodward; Suli Xue;Nancy Yamagata; Christopher Young;Michele Zukovsky

Emeritus Professors: Nancy Bricard, M.M.*;Charles C. Hirt, Ph.D.; Ellis Kohs, M.A.;Arend Koole, D.Litt. et Phil.; Mitchell Lurie;William A. Schaefer, M.A.; Margaret Schaper,M.M.*; Alice Schoenfeld*; Eudice Shapiro;Brooks Smith; William Thomson, Ph.D.

Emeritus Associate Professor: Pierre Tagmann,Ph.D.

*Recipient of university-wide or school teaching award.

Degree ProgramsThe Thornton School of Music offers profes-sional and academic degrees at the bachelor’s,master’s and doctoral levels. These degreesare summarized below.

Bachelor of Music Students working towardthis professional degree have a wide choice ofspecializations: composition, electroacousticmedia, music education, music industry,instrumental performance, jazz studies, andvocal arts. Students can take either a singlemajor program or double majors in severalcombinations such as organ and harpsichordor piano and composition, music educationand wind, string, or percussion instrument.The degree is granted by the School ofMusic.

Bachelor of Arts This degree is for studentswith a strong music background but whowish to combine professional music trainingwith substantial study in other disciplines.

Bachelor of Science Offered by the School ofMusic in the specialized areas of musicindustry and music recording.

Combined Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of MusicStudents wishing to fulfill the requirementsfor both the Bachelor of Arts (with a major inmusic) and the Bachelor of Music degreesmay take a combined curriculum totalingapproximately 160 units.

Minors in Music Five different minors inmusic are offered, each approaching the disci-pline from a unique perspective and with adistinct curriculum: Jazz Studies, MusicalStudies (Composition or Performance),Musical Theatre, Music Industry, and MusicRecording.

Master of Music This degree allows specializa-tion in several areas. It requires a minimumof 30 graduate units, of which 15 must be atthe 500 level or higher. Students completeeither a thesis or recital(s) as part of thedegree requirements. The degree can beearned in choral music, church music, compo-sition, conducting, music education, key-board collaborative arts, guitar, harpsichord,jazz studies, organ, piano, voice or instrumen-tal performance. The degree is granted bythe School of Music.

Master of Music Education This degree isoffered jointly by the Schools of Music andEducation. It is intended for persons who arenow, or who plan to be, school or communitymusic specialists.

Master of Arts This degree, offered throughthe Graduate School in conjunction with theSchool of Music, stresses music history, earlymusic performance or music theory, withemphasis on scholarly research.

Doctor of Musical Arts The D.M.A. is the high-est professional degree offered by the Schoolof Music. Students may specialize in choralmusic, church music, composition, musiceducation, vocal or instrumental performance.

Doctor of Philosophy Offered through theGraduate School, this is an academic degreein the fields of historical musicology or musictheory. A substantial background in music,research and languages is required.

California Single Subject Credential in MusicThe state of California requires five years ofstudy for a clear teaching credential in anyfield. Students who wish a teaching creden-tial in music must first complete a musicdegree. After completing the fifth year ofstudy, including directed teaching and otherprofessional courses, the student will be rec-ommended for the credential. Interested stu-dents should consult the music education fac-ulty as early as possible before completingtheir degrees.

Entrance to the Degree ProgramsAdmission to a degree program is grantedthrough USC’s admission process, describedin the Admission section of this catalogue. A supplementary application form is alsorequired for students seeking admission tothe School of Music, which can be obtainedfrom the School of Music Office ofAdmissions.

Applicants to a program within the school are screened by appropriate faculty selectioncommittees that hold auditions, interviewsand examine supportive materials. Letters ofacceptance are issued by the USC Office ofAdmission.

AuditionA personal audition or recent video or cas-sette tape recording is required of applicantsto most curricula offered by the School ofMusic including the Bachelor of Arts degree.Details may be found on the supplementaryapplication form. If a tape is submitted, itshould contain representative selections inthe applicant’s repertoire and should accom-pany the supplementary application. Tapeswill not be returned unless return postage issupplied.

All new students should be prepared to audi-tion in their principal performance mediumduring their initial registration period prior toplanning a program for the first semester.Sight reading may be included in the audition.

Graduate Record ExaminationsScores from the General Test of the GraduateRecord Examinations (GRE) are required forapplication and admission to the Master ofArts, Doctor of Musical Arts and Doctor ofPhilosophy degrees. (The Music SubjectTest is not required.) Test scores on the GREthat are more than five years old at the timeof application are not accepted.

Placement TestsUndergraduate transfer students who havehad formal study in any of the following areasmust take the appropriate placement exami-nation prior to their first registration: auralskills, theory, music history, conducting,analysis, counterpoint, orchestration and per-formance. The results of these examinationsdetermine placement in appropriate sequen-tial courses.

Music Graduate Entrance ExaminationsAchievement tests in basic musical skills andareas of study are required of all enteringgraduate students during the first semester or summer session in residence. A list ofrequired examinations for each major can beobtained from the Office of Music Admis-sions. Examination dates are announced eachsemester in the Schedule of Classes. A passing


grade in each required examination or a mini-mum grade of B- in corresponding remedialcourses is a prerequisite to formal classifica-tion for any graduate study. Also see Admis-sion to Graduate Standing on page 656.

Advanced Standing Credit for Music Taken inAccredited Schools of MusicMusic courses completed with satisfactorygrades in a member institution of the NationalAssociation of Schools of Music are acceptablefor transfer. The university reserves the right,however, to require a student to take a place-ment test (at no cost) to determine the level ofachievement in any given aspect of music, andto review the student’s credentials at the endof one semester at USC to determine whatcredit will in fact be transferred.

Advanced Standing Credit for Music Not Taken inAccredited Schools of MusicStudents who wish credit for music taken ininstitutions not accredited by the NationalAssociation of Schools of Music must providethe Office of Admissions with information ontheir prior work, showing the subjects stud-ied, the number of lessons in each subject,the length of each lesson, number of years ofstudy and the names of instructors. Such spe-cial requests are dealt with on an individualbasis. Examinations or continuation work orboth may be required before credit allowanceis considered.

General RequirementsAll curricula leading to the Bachelor ofMusic, Master of Music and Doctor ofMusical Arts degrees require proficiency inperformance. This is accomplished by indi-vidual instruction in the areas best suited tothe student’s ability and interests.

Proficiency in piano is required in all curricu-la and may be achieved through class and/orindividual instruction. Some curricula requirecompetency in one additional performancemedium.

Attendance at recitals in the field of the stu-dent’s major is a regular part of the work inapplied music for all music majors. Studentsalso must enroll in either composition or per-formance forums (depending on the student’smajor) presented by the school. Attendance atrecitals is recommended for non-music majorswho take individual instruction as an elective.

Curriculum RequirementsThe curriculum requirements for each majorare listed under each degree. The USCcourse classification and numbering system isexplained on page 47. In addition, musiccourses sometimes carry the following abbre-viations: CD = Conducting; CG = ClassicalGuitar; HC = Harpsichord; OR = Organ; P = Piano; SG = Studio Guitar; VA = Viola;VC = Voice Coaching; VO = Voice.

Change of CurriculumTo change from one curriculum to another, astudent must obtain written approval of all ofthe following: the department chair in thecurriculum which the student is leaving, thedepartment chair for the new curriculum andthe dean of the School of Music.

Non-Degree ProgramsStudents who have highly specialized inter-ests which may not be met through degreeprograms may apply for admission to one ofthe following non-degree programs.

Advanced StudiesThis program is designed for students whohave a basic education in music, have afocused educational goal and do not wish topursue an academic degree. It is particularlyappropriate for non-U.S. citizens (as well asU.S. citizens whose prior musical educationdoes not qualify them for admission to Ameri-can degree programs), postgraduates who wishto complete special educational or scholarlyprojects, and working professionals who wishto enhance or expand their qualifications.

Artist DiplomaThis program is designed for young artists ofexceptional ability and musical sensitivitywho plan careers as solo performers. TheArtist Diploma Program provides youngartists the opportunity to devote their fulltime to concentrated study and practice forthe duration of their assigned programs.

Advanced Studies Certificate Program in Scoringfor Motion Pictures and TelevisionThis one-year program is designed for stu-dents who hold the Bachelor of Music inComposition or its equivalent. Persons whocomplete the Scoring for Motion Pictures andTelevision non-degree curriculum will beawarded an Advanced Studies Certificatefrom the School of Music.

Honor SocietyPi Kappa LambdaPi Kappa Lambda is a national honor societyestablished in 1918 for the promotion andrecognition of scholarship and performance inmusic. Students of the School of Music are eli-gible for election to Eta chapter at the Univer-sity of Southern California, established in 1923.

Undergraduate Degrees

Bachelor of Music

The Bachelor of Music (B.M.) is a profession-al degree granted by the School of Music.The various majors for the degree are listedsubsequently along with special requirementsfor each.

Individual Instruction in ResidenceCandidates for the B.M. degree in perfor-mance must complete a minimum of threesemesters of individual instruction in theirmajor field while in residence.

Senior RecitalAll performance majors must present a seniorrecital consisting of a memorized program onehour long (except in the case of certain windinstruments) in partial fulfillment of the degreerequirements. Composition majors present afull-length recital of their original compositions.A candidate’s program must be ready for pre-sentation before a faculty committee at leastone month before the required public recital.Complete details are available from the MusicOperations Office, School of Music.

General Education RequirementsThe university’s general education programprovides a coherent, integrated introductionto the breadth of knowledge you will need toconsider yourself (and to be considered byother people) a generally well-educated per-son. This new program requires six courses indifferent categories, plus writing and diversi-ty requirements, which are described indetail on pages 167 through 172.

All students who (1) entered the School ofMusic as freshmen in the summer of 1997 or

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later; or (2) began college elsewhere in thesummer of 1997 or later; or (3) began collegeearlier but transfer to USC in the summer of2000 or later, must satisfy the requirementsof the new general education program. Otherstudents whose schedules permit are encour-aged to follow the new program as well.However, continuing and transfer studentswho began college full-time before summer1997 and enter USC before summer 2000may elect to satisfy a “transitional” planinstead, which is outlined on page 172.

The Provost has allowed an exception to therules governing the new general educationrequirements for certain groups of studentspursuing performance degrees in music.Students pursuing the Bachelor of Music inJazz Studies or the Bachelor of Music inPerformance (in all tracks except organ) maysatisfy their social issues and first writingrequirement separately by taking WRIT 130(instead of WRIT 140) in the spring of theirfreshman year. In addition those pursuing theBachelor of Music in Performance (vocal arts)may satisfy Category I of the new programwith MUHL 280ab.

In all other respects, students in the Schoolof Music must satisfy the general educationrequirements as described on pages 167through 172.

Bachelor of Music in CompositionEntrance RequirementsKnowledge of basic musical materials such asscales, intervals and chords by sight and sound.Reasonable keyboard facility is required.Composition majors must submit one or twooriginal compositions when applying.

CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS UNITS

General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMUCD 340 (2), 343 (2) 4Large ensemble* 4Ensemble electives 2MUHL 280ab (6), 385ab (6) 12MUPF 250ab (4), 350ab (4), 401P (4) ** 12MUEA 474a or 474b or MUPF 490 2MUTC 132ab (2), 133ab (6), 135 (2),

137ab (4), 220 (2), 232ab (2), 233ab (6), 235 (2), 236 (2), 237ab (8), 320 (2), 332ab (2), 334ab (4), 336ab (4), 337ab (4), 420 (2), 435 (2), 437ab (4) 60

Electives in music 4Senior recital 0

Total required for degree 132

*Transfer credit may not fulfill the large ensemblerequirement.

**Requirement may be fulfilled with MUPF 201P andMUPF 401P if proficiency level equivalent to MUPF350b is demonstrated by examination.

In addition to the above curricular require-ments, B.M. candidates in composition(including film scoring emphasis) must takedepartmental comprehensive examinations insix areas:

(1) instrumental performance at an inter-mediate level;(2) theory and analysis;(3) aural skills;(4) instrumentation;(5) music literature;(6) elementary score-reading.

Students must pass in at least four areas tocontinue on to the senior year of the majorand, in order to graduate, must pass in all sixareas.

Bachelor of Music in Composition(Film Scoring)Entrance RequirementsKnowledge of basic musical materials such asscales, intervals and chords by sight and sound.Reasonable keyboard facility is required.Composition majors must submit one or twooriginal compositions when applying.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMUCD 343 (2) and 442 (2) 4Large ensemble* 4Ensemble electives 2MUHL 280ab (6), 385ab (6) 12MUPF 250ab (4), 350ab (4)** 8MUTC 132ab (2), 133ab (6), 135 (2),

137ab (4), 220 (2), 232ab (2), 233ab (6), 235 (2), 236 (2), 237ab (8), 320 (2), 332ab (2), 334ab (4), 336ab (4), 337ab (4), 436 (2), 437ab (4), 440ab (4), 442ab (4), 443ab (4), 470 (2) 72

Senior recital 0



**Requirement may be fulfilled with MUPF 201P andMUPF 401P if proficiency level equivalent to MUPF350b is demonstrated by examination.

Bachelor of Music in Electroacoustic MediaEntrance RequirementsApplicants must demonstrate proficiency on a non-electronic instrument by audition oraudition tape. They must show a knowledgeof basic musical materials such as scales, inter-vals and chords by submitting an original,hand-notated musical composition. Success incollege preparatory science courses is alsoexpected.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMUCD 340 (2) or 343 (2) 2MUEA 101 (2), 201ab (8), 301ab (8),

401ab (8) 26Large ensemble* 4Ensemble electives 2MUHL 280ab (6), 385ab (6) 12MUPF 180 (2), 250ab (4), 153 (2), 253 (4), 353 (4) 16Four units from the following:MUIN 286 (2), 291 (2), 379ab (4), 380 (2),

389 (2), 475b (2), 477 (2), 478 (2), 488ab (4), 493 (2), 494 (4) 4

MUTC 132ab (2), 133ab (6), 232ab (2), 233ab (6), 332ab (2) or 342ab (2), 338x (2) 20

Electives 14Senior recital 0


*Transfer credit may not fulfill the large ensemblerequirement

Bachelor of Music in Jazz StudiesEntrance RequirementsA performance audition with the appropriateperformance faculty is required of all enter-ing jazz studies majors before admission canbe completed. Technical proficiency shouldbe demonstrated through standard exercises,solos and/or excerpts from traditional jazz lit-erature. Transfer students must meet perfor-mance levels expected in the first two yearsof the major.



General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMUEN 232 (4), 229 (2), 429 (4), 432 (4) 14Large ensemble* 2MUED 443 (2) 2MUHL 280ab (6), 385ab (6), 486 (2) 14MUPF 153 (4), 253 (4), 353 (4), 453 (4),

180 (4), 220 (2), 250ab (4), 252 (2), 341 (2), 451 (4), 452 (2) 36

MUTC 132ab (2), 133ab (6), 200ab (4), 232ab (2), 233ab (6), 338x (2) or 342ab (2), 347 (2), 400 (2) 26




Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies (Vocal)Entrance RequirementsA performance audition with the appropriateperformance faculty is required of all enter-ing jazz studies majors before admission canbe completed. Technical proficiency shouldbe demonstrated through standard exercises,solos and/or excerpts from traditional jazz lit-erature. Transfer students must meet perfor-mance levels expected in the first two yearsof the major.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMUEN 232 (4), 205/405 (6), 432 (4) 14Large ensemble* 2MUED 443 (2) 2MUHL 280ab (6), 385ab (6), 486 (2) 14MUPF 153 (4), 253 (4), 353 (4), 453 (4),

401 (2), 180 or 218 (2), 220 (2), 250ab (4), 252 (2), 311 (2), 341 (2), 452 (4) 36

MUTC 132ab (2), 133ab (6), 200ab (4), 232ab (2), 233ab (6), 342ab (2), 347 (2), 400 (2) 26




Bachelor of Music in Music EducationEntrance RequirementsApplicants who select music education astheir major must perform an instrumental orvocal audition for the appropriate faculty.

All candidates for a Bachelor of Music inMusic Education degree and CaliforniaTeaching Credential in music must give arecital and pass the California Basic Educa-tional Skills Test (CBEST) before they canbe admitted to student teaching. In addition,students should refer to the ProfessionalStudies Requirements: Single Subject foundin the School of Education TeachingCredentials section of this catalogue.

Requirements for the California Single SubjectPreliminary Teaching Credential in MusicWith planning and at least one summer ses-sion, it is possible for students to completeboth a bachelor’s degree in music educationand a California Single Subject PreliminaryTeaching Credential in Music in four years.Those graduates are then permitted to teachvocal and instrumental music (K-12) in thepublic schools of California and most otherstates. Teachers then have five years to com-plete the California Clear ProfessionalTeaching Credential which consists of approx-imately 28 post-bachelor’s degree units.

Twelve of the 16 units required for comple-tion of the preliminary credential may alsoapply toward the required 28 units for theclear credential and toward the Master ofMusic Education degree at USC. Thesecourses include CTSE 409, CTSE 410,CTSE 414, CTSE 474b, MUED 402 andMUED 403.

Performance majors who wish to complete ateaching credential should consult musiceducation faculty advisors as early in theirdegree program as possible to arrange themusic education portion. Performance majorsmay begin work toward the teaching creden-tial as early as their freshman year.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesEducation courses: CTSE 203 (4) 4MUCD 340 (2), 343 (2) 4Large ensemble 4Ensemble electives 3MUED 241a (2), 301 (1), 345ab (4),

346L (2), 347L (2), 348L (2), 430 (3), 443 (2), 448 (2), 452 (2), 474 (4) 26

MUHL 280ab (6), 385ab (6) 12MUPF 153 or 201 (4), 220 (2),

250ab (4), 253 or 201 (4), 350a (2)353 or 401 (2) 18

MUTC 132ab (2), 133ab (6), 232ab (2), 233ab (6), 332ab (2), 338x (2) 20

Electives 9


Bachelor of Music in Performance (ClassicalGuitar)Entrance RequirementsApplicants must be able to play all diatonicmajor and minor scales (e.g., the Segovia edi-tion) and Giuliani 120 Studies for the RightHand; be able to demonstrate a knowledge ofboth apoyando (rest stroke) and tirando (freestroke); and demonstrate an adequate techni-cal command of the instrument by perfor-mance of etudes of the level of CarcassiOp.60; Aguado (from Method of Guitar) andSimple Studies by Brouwer or standard etudesby Giuliani. Applicants must perform a shortcomposition of the level of Tarrega Preludes,Tansman Three Pieces, a Sor minuet fromSonata, Op. 25, or Ponce Six Short Preludes.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMUCD 343 (2) 2MUEN 226 (2), 426 (4) 6Large ensemble* 2Ensemble electives 2MUHL 280ab (6), 385ab (6), 426ab (6) 18MUPF 153CG (4), 159 or 258 (2),

253CG (4), 353CG (4), 453CG (4), 220 (2), 250ab (4), 257 (8), 417 (2), 457 (8), 481 (2) 44


Electives 6Junior recital 0Senior recital 0



Bachelor of Music in Performance (StudioGuitar)Entrance RequirementsAll applicants for this major are required toplay an audition on electric guitar. If theapplicant wishes, the audition may alsoinclude performance on acoustic guitar. Theperformance should demonstrate proficiencyin playing scales and chords in major andminor keys as well as published or originalrepertoire of single note melody, accompani-ment, and solo arrangements at an intermedi-ate level of difficulty.



General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMUCD 343 (2) 2MUEN 226 (2), 426 (4) 6Large ensemble* 2Ensemble electives 2MUHL 280ab (6), 385ab (6), 416 (3),

426a (3) 18MUPF 153SG (4), 253SG (4), 353SG (4),

453SG (4), 158 (2), 159 (2), 220 (2), 250ab (4), 258 (4), 328ab (6), 358 (4), 415 (2), 458 (2) 44





Bachelor of Music in Performance(Harpsichord) or (Piano)Entrance Requirements for Harpsichord MajorA performance audition is required for allentering harpsichord majors. Whether a pianoor harpsichord is played for the audition,memorized performances of four contrastingmovements from a suite by J.S. Bach and twocontrasting sonatas by Scarlatti or Soler mustbe included.

Entrance Requirements for Piano MajorThe applicant in piano must perform frommemory three piano solos from the standardconcert repertoire, each from a different styl-istic period. The applicant must also submit alist of repertoire.

CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS FOR

HARPSICHORD OR PIANO UNITS

General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMUCD 340 (2) or 343 (2) 2MUEN 228 (2), 428 (4) 6Large ensemble* 4MUHL 280ab (6), 385ab (6), 472ab (4) 16MUPF 153P or HC (4), 253P or HC (4),

353P or HC (4), 453P or HC (4), 160ab (4), 170ab (2), 220 (2), 260ab (4), 360ab (4), 431ab (4), 481 (2) 38





Bachelor of Music in Performance (Organ)Entrance RequirementsThe audition should include performance ofworks of moderate difficulty from at least threeof the following periods: Baroque, Classical,Romantic and Contemporary. If the candidatehas not previously studied organ, the auditionmay be taken on piano or harpsichord.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMUCD 340 (2), 343 (2) 4Large ensemble* 4Ensemble electives 2MUHL 280ab (6), 385ab (6) 12MUPF 153OR (4), 253OR (4), 353OR (4),

453OR (4),160ab (4), 260ab (4), 220 (2), 465ab (4), 466ab (4) 34


Electives in music 13Electives 11Senior recital 0



Bachelor of Music in Performance (Violin),(Viola), (Violoncello),(Double Bass) or (Harp)Entrance Requirements for Violin MajorsApplicants must play three-octave scales andarpeggios, and perform such standard etudesas Kreutzer, Fiorillo, and Carl Flesch ScaleSystem. Students should play works corre-sponding in difficulty to the Bach Concerto inA-Minor, Mozart Concerto in G-Minor, anyHandel sonata, and the Spohr Concerto No. 2,as well as the Bruch Concerto in G-Minor andthe Mendelssohn Concerto.

Entrance Requirements for Viola MajorsApplicants must demonstrate a sound founda-tion in all major and minor scales, arpeggios inthree octaves, and include etudes by Kreutzer,Fiorillo, Campagnoli, or Fuchs. Studentsshould play a concerto corresponding in diffi-culty to Stamitz, Hoffmeister, Handel-Casadesus, or J.S. Bach, and a sonata or majorrecital work from the Romantic or contempo-rary period (e.g., Schumann’s ‘Adagio andAllegro,’ or Hindemith’s Trauermusik).

Entrance Requirements for Violoncello MajorsApplicants must demonstrate a sound founda-tion in all major and minor scales and arpeggiosin three octaves and include etudes byDotzauer (Books I and II), Duoport, CossmanExercises for Finger Development. Studentsshould play works corresponding in difficultyto the Bach Suite No. 1, Beethoven Sonata No.1, baroque sonatas by Corelli, Handel, Vivaldi,Eccles, and concertos by Saint-Saëns and Lalo.

Entrance Requirements for Double Bass MajorsApplicants must demonstrate a firm technicalcommand of the instrument through the sixthposition, as presented by a standard bass meth-od such as Franz Simandl’s New Method for theDouble Bass, Book I. They must play major andminor scales in two octaves from E to G, othersin one octave, and easier solos or selectionsfrom Simandl’s 30 Etudes for Double Bass.

Entrance Requirements for Harp MajorsThe candidate must be prepared to demon-strate adequate technical knowledge of suchstandard harp etudes as those of Pozzolli,Lariviere, Bochsa and Posse; and of works forsolo harp at the level of Feerie by Tournier,Dussek and Rosetti sonatas; Handel’s Temacon Variazioni; Hovhaness’ Sonate; Pierne’sImpromptu-Caprice; and Grandjany’s Fantaisie.

CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS FOR VIOLIN, VIOLA AND

VIOLONCELLO MAJORS UNITS

General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesForeign language 2 coursesMUCD 343 (2) 2Ensemble 227 (4), 427 (4) 8Large ensemble* 8MUHL 280ab (6), 385ab (6) 12MUPF 153 (4), 253 (4), 353 (4), 453 (4),

220 (2), 250ab (4), 350ab (4), 471ab (4), 472 (4), 481 (2) 36


Electives** 6Junior recital 0Senior recital 0


*Required each semester in residence.

**Violin majors are required to take MUPF 201VA (2)as two units of the six-unit elective requirement.

CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS

FOR DOUBLE BASS MAJORS UNITS

General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesForeign language 2 coursesMUCD 343 (2) 2MUEN 227 (2), 427 (2) 4Large ensemble* 8MUHL 280ab (6), 385ab (6) 12MUPF 153 (4), 253 (4), 353 (4), 453 (4),

220 (2), 250ab (4), 350ab (4), 262 (4), 462 (4), 472 (4), 481 (2) 40






FOR HARP MAJORS UNITS

General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesForeign language 2 coursesMUCD 343 (2) 2MUEN 227 (4), 427 (4) 8Large ensemble* 8MUHL 280ab (6), 385ab (6) 12MUPF 153 (4), 253 (4), 353 (4), 453 (4),

220 (2), 250ab (4), 350ab (4), 263 (4), 463 (4), 481 (2) 36





Bachelor of Music in Performance (Vocal Arts)Entrance RequirementsApplicants are required to perform at leasttwo songs in contrasting styles. The facultycommittee will base its decision primarily onvocal talent and potential.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesForeign language 4 courses

FREN 120 (4), GERM 101 (4), ITAL 120 (4); FREN 150 (4) or GERM 102 (4) or ITAL 150 (4)

MUCD 340 (2) 2Large ensemble* 4Ensemble electives 2MUHL 280ab (6)*, 385ab (6), 479 (4) 16MUPF 153VO (4), 253VO (4),

353VO (4), 453VO (4), 401VC (3), 220 (2), 250ab (4), 350ab (4), 303 (4), 404 (2), 438 (2), 439 (2), 442ab (4) 43

MUTC 132ab (2), 133ab (6), 232ab (2), 233ab (6), 332ab (2) 18




Bachelor of Music in Performance (Flute),(Oboe), (Clarinet), (Bassoon), (Saxophone),(French Horn), (Trumpet), (Trombone),(Tuba) or (Percussion)Entrance RequirementsThe applicant must demonstrate technicalproficiency on the major instrument by stan-dard exercises, solos, and/or excerpts fromensemble literature.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMUCD 343 (2), 340 (2) or 443 (2) 4MUEN 223 (4), 423 (4) * 8MUEN 225 (4), 425 (4) * 8MUHL 280ab (6), 385ab (6) 12MUPF 153 (4), 253 (4), 353 (4), 453 (4),

252 (4), 452 (4), 250ab (4), 220 (2) 30MUTC 132ab (2), 133ab (6), 232ab (2),

233ab (6), 332ab (2), 338x (2) 20Electives 18Senior recital 0



Bachelor of Music in the Music IndustryEntrance RequirementsThe B.M. degree is offered through theSchool of Music. Applicants will be admittedto the School of Music and the MusicIndustry Department. An audition on theapplicant’s principal performance medium to be reviewed by appropriate faculty isrequired of all Bachelor of Music in theMusic Industry candidates. An overall gradepoint average of 2.0 is required for retentionin the program.


General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesMathematics requirement: MATH 040x

Basic Mathematical Skills or placement examMUCD 340 (2) or 343 (2) 2MUHL 280ab (6), 385ab (6) 12MUIN 270 (4), 280 (4), 360 (4), 450 (8) 20Three courses from the following:

MUIN 370 (4), 385 (4), 425 (4), 430 (4), 435 (4), 440 (4), 443 (4), 445 (4), 447 (4) 12

Recording Arts requirements: MUIN 275ab (8) and 4 units from thefollowing: MUIN 442 (2), 478 (2), 477 (2) or 494 (4) 12

MUPF 201 (8), 250ab (4), 401 (6) 18MUTC 132ab (2), 133ab (6),

232ab (2), 233ab (6) 16Electives 8

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Bachelor of Science in Jazz StudiesEntrance RequirementsThe Bachelor of Science degree is offeredthrough the School of Music and requires alive audition or audition tape on the appli-cant’s principal instrument, to be evaluatedby the jazz studies faculty. The auditionshould include standard jazz repertoire in avariety of styles. Retention in the program iscontingent upon the maintenance of an over-all grade point average of 2.0 and a 3.0 gradepoint average in jazz studies courses.


General Education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesLarge ensemble 2MUEA 474abx 4MUEN 229 or 429 4MUEN 232 or 432 4MUHL 280ab (6), 486 (2) 8MUIN 270 (4), 280 (4), 360 (4) 12Three courses from the following:

MUIN 370 (4), 385 (4), 425 (4), 430 (4) 435 (4), 440 (4), 443 (4), 445 (4), 447 (4) 12

MUPF 153, 253, 353, 453 8MUPF 180ab (4), 250a (2), 341 (2) 8MUTC 132ab (2), 133ab (6), 200ab (4),

342ab (2) 14Electives 20Senior recital 0


Bachelor of Science in the Music IndustryEntrance RequirementsThe B.S. degree is offered through the Schoolof Music. Applicants will be admitted to theSchool of Music and the Music IndustryDepartment. An overall grade point averageof 2.0 is required for retention in the program.

General Education RequirementsThe university’s general education programprovides a coherent, integrated introductionto the breadth of knowledge you will need toconsider yourself (and to be considered byother people) a generally well-educated per-son. This new program requires six courses indifferent categories, plus writing and diversi-ty requirements, which are described indetail on pages 167 through 172.

All students who (1) entered the School ofMusic as freshmen in the summer of 1997 orlater; or (2) began college elsewhere in thesummer of 1997 or later; or (3) began collegeearlier but transfer to USC in the summer of2000 or later, must satisfy the requirementsof the new general education program. Otherstudents whose schedules permit are encour-aged to follow the new program as well.However, continuing and transfer studentswho began college full-time before summer1997 and enter USC before summer 2000may elect to satisfy a “transitional” planinstead, which is outlined on page 172.

Business-related RequirementsIn addition to the above general educationrequirements, the following courses offeredthrough the Marshall School of Business, theSchool of Engineering and the College ofLetters, Arts and Sciences are required.


ECON 203 1 courseECON 205 1 coursePDP 101x 1 courseMATH 117 1 courseMATH 118x 1 courseBUAD 250ab 2 courses

7 courses


General education requirements 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesBusiness-related requirements 7 coursesSchool of Music requirements:MUEA 474ax (2) 2MUHL 200x (4) 4MUIN 270 (4), 280 (4), 360 (4), 450 (8) 20Three courses from the following:

MUIN 370 (4), 385 (4), 425 (4), 430 (4), 435 (4), 440 (4), 443 (4), 445 (4), 447 (4) 12

Recording Arts requirements: MUIN 275ab (8) and two from the following:MUIN 380 (2), 442 (2), 291 (2), and either 478 (4) or 494 (4) 16

MUPF 150ab (4) 4MUTC 101x (2) 2Electives 8

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Bachelor of Science in Music RecordingEntrance RequirementsApplicants who select the Bachelor ofScience in Music Recording as their majormust be able to read, play and/or sing simplediatonic melodies, show reasonable keyboardfacility and knowledge of major and minorscales, key signatures and intervals. A person-al audition or recent cassette tape recording isrequired of all applicants in their principalperformance medium. A knowledge of calcu-lus and physics is desirable.

General Education RequirementsThe university’s general education programprovides a coherent, integrated introductionto the breadth of knowledge you will need toconsider yourself (and to be considered byother people) a generally well-educated per-son. This new program requires six courses in different categories, plus writing and

diversity requirements, which are describedin detail on pages 167 through 172.



General education 6 coursesWriting 2 coursesForeign language 3 coursesMathematics requirement MATH 040x Basic

Mathematical Skills or placement exam (see page 53)

Ensemble electives 4MUHL 200x 4MUIN 275ab (8), 286 (2), 291 (2),

379ab (4), 380 (2), 389 (2), 392 (2), 477 (2), 478 (2), 488ab (4), 493 (2) 32

MUPF 201 (4), 250ab (4) 8MUTC 132ab (2), 133ab (6), 232ab (2),

233ab (6) 16Electives 20Remote Project 0Studio Recording Projects 0Film Scoring Projects 0Qualifying Exam 0

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Bachelor of ArtsTwo B.A. degrees are available, the B.A. witha major in music and the B.A., Humanities,with an emphasis in music. Both are grantedby the College of Letters, Arts and Sciences.

General Education RequirementsThe university’s general education programprovides a coherent, integrated introductionto the breadth of knowledge you will need toconsider yourself (and to be considered byother people) a generally well-educated

person. This program requires six courses indifferent categories, plus writing, foreign lan-guage and diversity requirements, which aredescribed in detail on pages 167 through 172.


Requirements for the B.A. in MusicLower Division Music Theory and Composition:132ab (1-1), 133ab (3-3), 232ab (1-1), 233ab (3-3); Music History and Literature: 280ab (3-3); Music Performance: 153 or 201 (4), 250ab (2-2); Ensemble electives: (4)

Upper Division Music Theory and Compo-sition: 332ab (1-1), 338x (2); Music Historyand Literature: 302x (4); 385ab (3-3); MusicPerformance: 401 (2); Music electives: (12)

Requirements for the B.A., Humanities, with anEmphasis in MusicLower Division Music Theory and Compo-sition: 132ab (1-1), 133ab (3-3), 232ab (1-1),233ab (3-3); Music Performance: 153 or 201(4), 250ab (2-2); Ensemble electives: (4)

Upper Division 36 units, 20 of which must bein the School of Music

Combined Curriculum for B.A. and B.M.DegreesStudents who wish to do so may pursue theBachelor of Arts with a major in music andthe Bachelor of Music concurrently by takinga combined curriculum totaling approximate-ly 160 units. Information on this program isavailable in advisement.

Minors in Music

Minor in Music RecordingA minor in music recording is offered forundergraduate students to provide them withthe background necessary to enter the field ofrecording engineering and to familiarize themwith the design needs of recording equipment.The minor is not available to B.M. or B.S.music majors.

PrerequisiteAcceptance into the program will requireeither MUIN 475a or the equivalent and apersonal interview by the School of Music toassure that the student has sufficient musicalbackground and skill.

Students admitted to this minor will beexpected to have a minimum GPA of 3.0 andto maintain that average with no grade lowerthan a “C” for all courses taken in the minor.


REQUIRED COURSES UNITS

MUIN 286 Recording ProductionManagement 2

MUIN 291 The Mixing Console 2MUIN 380 Tape and Tape

Recorders 2MUIN 389 Digital Equipment and

Recording 2MUIN 392 Acoustics and Speaker

Design 2MUIN 475abx Recording Arts

Workshop 8

MUIN 477 Remote RecordingTechniques 2

MUIN 478 Advanced MultichannelRemix 2

MUIN 493 Audio Signal ProcessingEquipment 2

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Minor in Music IndustryA minor in the music industry is offered forundergraduate students to provide them withthe background necessary to enter variedfields in the music business and to familiarizethem with standard practices and procedures.A minimum of 24 units is required for com-pletion of this minor. The minor is not avail-able to B.M. or B.S. music majors.

PrerequisiteAcceptance into the program will require apersonal interview by the School of Music.

Students admitted to this minor will beexpected to have a minimum GPA of 3.0 andto maintain that average with no grade lowerthan a “C” for all courses taken in the minor.


MUIN 270 Introduction to the Music Industry 4

MUIN 280 Communications in theMusic Industry 4

MUIN 360 Introduction to Music Law 4

Three courses from the following:MUIN 370 Distribution of Recorded

Music and Music Publishing 4

MUIN 385 Radio in the Music Industry 4

MUIN 425 Live Music Production and Promotion 4

MUIN 430 Artist Management and Development 4

MUIN 435 Manufacture andDistribution of Musical Products 4

MUIN 440 Arts Management 4MUIN 443 Supervision of Music

for Television and Film 4MUIN 447 Radio Management 4

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Minor in Jazz StudiesThis 26-unit minor program in jazz studiesincorporates course work in individualinstruction, the history of jazz masters, tech-niques of jazz improvisation, jazz styles analy-sis, and aural skills for improvisors. Theminor is not available to B.M. majors.

Requirements for admission are: GPA peruniversity regulations, freshman standing andan audition.


MUEN 405 Vocal Jazz Ensemble, orMUEN 429 Jazz Ensemble 2MUHL 486 Jazz Masters of the

20th Century 2MUPF 180 Techniques of Jazz

Improvisation 4MUPF 401 Individual Instruction 6MUTC 200ab Jazz Styles Analysis 4MUTC 342ab 2Electives in Jazz 300-499 6

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Minor in Musical TheatreThe minor in musical theatre, interdiscipli-nary in nature, is a 27-unit program incorpo-rating the study of acting, dance or move-ment, vocal arts and related musical subjects.Admission to the minor requires an auditionfor music but not for theatre.

For students majoring in theatre or anothernon-music discipline.REQUIRED COURSES UNITS

MUED 400 The Broadway Musical: Reflection of American Diversity, Issues, and Experiences 4

MUPF 124ab Beginning Guitar, orMUPF 150ab Beginning Piano, orMUED 330x Fundamentals of Music 4MUPF 401 Individual Instruction (6)orMUPF 141 Class Voice (2), orMUPF 241 Intermediate Class

Voice (2), andMUPF 401 Individual Instruction (4) 6MUPF 402* Musical Theatre

Workshop 8Two units to be selected from:THTR 181-189, orTHTR 216 Movement for Actors, orTHTR 316 Advanced Movement

for Actors 2THTR 343 Musical Theatre Audition 3

Total units 27

*2 units of MUPF 402 may be satisfied by taking THTR397 Theatre Practicum I.

For students majoring in music performance(vocal arts):REQUIRED COURSES UNITS

MUPF 402* Musical Theatre Workshop 8

THTR 101 Introduction to Acting 4THTR 343 Musical Theatre Audition 3MUED 400 The Broadway Musical:

Reflection of American Diversity, Issues, and Experiences 4

Two units to be selected from:THTR 181-189, orTHTR 216 Movement for Actors, orTHTR 316 Advanced Movement

for Actors 2Six units to be selected from:THTR 252ab Intermediate Acting I, orTHTR 352ab Intermediate Acting II 6

Total units 27


For students majoring in music (non-vocalarts performance):REQUIRED COURSES UNITS

MUPF 401VO Individual Instruction 4MUPF 402* Musical Theatre

Workshop 8THTR 101 Introduction to Acting 4THTR 343 Musical Theatre Audition 3MUED 400 The Broadway Musical:

Reflection of American Diversity, Issues, and Experiences 4

Two units to be selected from:THTR 181-189, orTHTR 216 Movement for Actors, orTHTR 316 Advanced Movement

for Actors 2Two units to be selected from:THTR 252ab Intermediate Acting I, orTHTR 352ab Intermediate Acting II 2

Total units 27


Minor in Musical StudiesThis 26-unit program in musical studies, withan emphasis in composition or performance,incorporates the study of music theory, musichistory, performance or composition, ensem-bles and electives. Students may enter theprogram in their freshman year. An auditionis required for the performance emphasis butnot for the composition emphasis. This minoris not available to music majors with theexception of music industry and musicrecording majors who may declare the com-position emphasis of this minor.

Graduate Degrees 655

COMPOSITION EMPHASIS UNITS

MUHL 350abx Music, Culture and Ideas 6

MUTC 130abx Basics of Music Theory 6MUTC 221ab Composition for

Non-Majors 4MUTC 420 Composition Forum III 2MUTC 421ab Composition for

Non-Majors II 4Music Electives 300-499 4

Total 26

Graduate Degrees

PERFORMANCE EMPHASIS UNITS

MUEN 300-499 2MUHL 350abx Music, Culture and

Ideas 6MUPF 250a Keyboard Instruction I 2MUPF 401 Individual Instruction 6MUTC 130abx Basics of Music Theory 6Music Electives 4

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Minor in Performing Arts StudiesThe minor in Performing Arts provides an interdisciplinary inquiry into the nature and aesthetics of the performing arts. It combines the disciplines of cinema-television, dance, music and theatre. The minor is a unique course of study that looks at how the performing arts con-tribute to a culturally literate society. See the School of Theatre section of this cata-logue, page 760.

Admission-Audition Requirements

In addition to USC admission requirementsfor graduate students, the following supple-mentary procedures are necessary for admis-sion to graduate study in the ThorntonSchool of Music.

Choral MusicApplicants should submit a statement ofobjectives along with evidence of at least twoyears’ experience as a choral conductor forthe M.M. degree, four years for the D.M.A. Atape recording of at least 30 minutes durationof a choral group conducted by the applicantshould be submitted. Choral works of severalperiods and styles, and at least one work fromthe contemporary period must be included.

Church MusicApplicants for the major in church musicshould submit a statement of career objec-tives and a 15-minute tape recording of theapplicant’s performance in the principal per-formance medium.

CompositionTwo or three carefully prepared scores ofrecent works should be submitted with theapplication for admission. Recordings ofthese works should be included if possible.

ConductingSelected applicants will be invited to presenta live audition with the university orchestra.Such applicants will be contacted to deter-mine repertoire.

Music EducationApplicants must submit a resume of theirteaching and other relevant professionalexperience, including a statement indicatingthe progress and achievement students haveattained under their guidance.

Music History and LiteratureM.A. candidates must submit a statement ofobjectives and one or two representative his-torical or analytical term papers, andGraduate Record Examinations scores.Applicants for the Ph.D. should submit astatement of objectives, a copy of the mas-ter’s thesis, and Graduate RecordExaminations scores.

Music TheoryApplicants must submit an analytical study ofa large composition.

PerformanceA personal audition or recent video or cas-sette tape recording of representative selec-tions is required for all applicants seekingadmission as a performance major. If a cassetteis submitted, it should accompany the sup-plementary application; it will not bereturned unless return postage is supplied.

Keyboard Collaborative ArtsThe audition, preferably performed in per-son, is in two parts. The piano solo partshould include two piano solos, performedfrom memory, from contrasting stylistic peri-ods. The keyboard collaborative part shouldinclude two complete instrumental sonatas,performed with music, four songs from con-trasting stylistic periods and one aria, per-formed with music. The collaborative reper-toire must be selected from an approved list,available from the department. Additionally,students will be tested on their sight-readingability and demonstration of skills in dictionand translation. Submission of a solo andensemble repertoire list is required.

GuitarApplicants will be expected to perform 30minutes of solo and/or ensemble music fromthe classical guitar or the studio/jazz reper-toire. An in-person audition is recommended;however, a recent, high-fidelity recording isacceptable.

Early Music PerformanceThe audition must be performed on one ormore historical instruments, and it shouldconsist of representative selections for thosemedia.

OrganThe audition should include performance ofworks of moderate difficulty from at leastthree of the following periods: Baroque,Classical, Romantic and Contemporary.

PianoThe M.M. applicant in piano must performfrom memory one major work from three dif-ferent stylistic periods and an etude byChopin, Liszt, Rachmaninoff or a similarcomposer. The D.M.A. applicant must per-form four selections from different stylisticperiods and an etude.

String InstrumentApplicants should prepare an audition ofapproximately 30-40 minutes in length.Repertoire should be selected from standardliterature such as concerti, sonatas or unac-companied works.


Vocal ArtsApplicants are required to prepare a memo-rized program of at least five selections. Therepertoire should include at least one operaticaria, represent contrasting styles, and demon-strate diction facility in at least two foreignlanguages.

Wind or Percussion InstrumentApplicants will be required to perform theirchoice of standard exercises, solos, and/or

excerpts from the ensemble repertoire whichdemonstrate musicianship and technical proficiency.

Admission to Graduate StandingStudents accepted into a graduate degreeprogram are required to take entrance exami-nations prior to their registration in School ofMusic courses. If all examinations are notpassed by the end of two semesters of course

work, then further registration must includeremedial courses in all areas where deficien-cies exist. In addition, all entrance examina-tions must be passed or corresponding reme-dial course work must be completed with aminimum grade of B- before permission topresent a graduate recital is given. This poli-cy applies also to students pursuing M.A. andPh.D. degrees.

This degree is granted by the ThorntonSchool of Music.

Unit and Grade RequirementsThirty units of graduate work are required; aminimum of 15 units (excluding thesis) mustbe at the 500 level or higher. All studentsmust satisfy the special requirements of theirmajor department (see departmental advisor).Students must complete at least 26 semesterunits at USC, including the thesis or recital.A grade point average of not less than 3.0 (A = 4.0) is required for all graduate coursesin music, and a grade of B or higher isrequired for all courses in the major depart-ment. Students who transfer credits mustachieve this average on all combined trans-ferred and residence units.

Transferred CreditsAll credits transferred must be the equivalentof corresponding current work at USC. Trans-fer work must have been completed withinseven years from the date of admission to amaster’s degree program to be applied towardthat degree.

Time LimitAll requirements for the Master of Musicdegree must be completed within five calen-dar years following the date on which the stu-dent is admitted to regular standing.

Thesis Requirements and GuidanceCommitteesA thesis is required of candidates for theMaster of Music degree in composition andmusic education. For composition majors, itwill consist of a work in three or more move-ments for four or more instruments; for musiceducation majors, the thesis will consist of anextended written essay on a topic approvedby the home department. Before registeringfor 594a Thesis, a student must choose aguidance committee composed of three regu-lar faculty, approved by the department chair,of which at least two come from the homedepartment. The chair of the guidance com-mittee directly supervises the preparation ofthe thesis, the final acceptance of which is

Master of Music

based upon the unanimous recommendationof all three members of the committee.

Master’s RecitalAt least one public recital is required of allcandidates for the Master of Music degreewith a major in choral music, composition,harpsichord, organ, strings or vocal arts. Twopublic recitals are required for majors in con-ducting, guitar, jazz studies, keyboard collab-orative arts, wind and percussion instruments,and piano. Candidates should apply at theMusic Operations Office for recital dates.Some departments require that a candidatebe prepared to play or conduct the programfor the approval of a faculty committee inadvance of the recital.

Students majoring in conducting may com-plete the recital requirements with a formalpublic recital or with special projects assigned,approved and attended by faculty from theconducting department, who also judge theacceptability of all such performances.

Master of Music in Choral MusicPrerequisiteApplicants must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree or its equivalent. Completed coursework must include at least the following:Conducting 340, 343 and 441; Music Historyand Literature 280b and 385b; Theory andComposition 233b, 332b and 338x. One yearof German or French is strongly recom-mended. Applicants must have attainedsenior standing in a principal performancemedium.

Keyboard ProficiencyA keyboard proficiency test will be given bythe choral faculty during the student’s firstsemester in residence to determine if addi-tional study in keyboard is required.

Final Oral ExaminationA final oral examination in choral literature,conducting and rehearsal techniques will beadministered by the choral music faculty.


MUCM 540 (2), 541 (2), 542 (2), 543 (2), 590 (2) 10

MUCD 443 (2), 541 (6) 8Ensemble 2MUHL 570 (2), electives at 500 level (4) 6MUPF 439 (2), 401VO (2) 4Graduate recital 0

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Master of Music in Church MusicPrerequisiteApplicants must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree or its equivalent. Completed coursework must include at least the following:Conducting 340, 343 and 441; Music Historyand Literature 280b and 385b; Theory andComposition 233b, 332b and 338x. One yearof German or French is strongly recommend-ed. Applicants must have attained seniorstanding in a principal performance medium.

Keyboard and Voice ProficiencyProficiency tests in keyboard and voice willbe given by the choral and church music fac-ulty during the student’s first semester in residence to determine if additional study ineither medium is required.

Final Oral ExaminationA final oral examination in church music andrelated areas will be administered by thechurch and choral music faculty.


MUCM 540 (2), 541 (2), 542 (2) 6MUCH 470 (3), 473 (2), 474 (2) or

MUPF 439 (2), 571 (2), 590 (2) 11MUCD 541 (4) 4Ensemble 2MUHL 570 (2), electives at the

500 level (2) 4MUPF 401 or 453 (OR or VO) 3Graduate recital or project 0

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Master of Music in CompositionPrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in composition or theory.


Ensemble 2MUHL 570 (2), 578 (2), electives

at the 500 level (4) 8MUPF 401, 453 or 553 in any

performance medium 4MUTC 537 (8), 592 (2), 594ab (4) 14Electives 2Graduate recital 0

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Master of Music in ConductingPrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a bachelor’s degreewith a music major and have at least one yearof experience conducting an orchestra. Classinstruction in both choral and orchestral con-ducting is required.


MUCD 541 (2), 543 (2), 550 (8) 12Ensemble (preferably chamber music) 4MUHL 570 (2) 2One course from MUHL 573 (2),

574 (2), 575 (2), 576 (2), 577 (2), 578 (2) or MUPF 450 (2) 2

MUTC 532ab (4) 4Electives 6Two graduate recitals 0

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Master of Music in Jazz StudiesPrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in jazz studies or itsequivalent.


MUEN 429 (4), 532 (4) 8MUED 443 (2) or 547 (2) 2MUHL 570 (2), 578 (2), MUHL electives

at the 500 level (2) 6MUPF 553 (8) 8MUTC 547 (2) 2Electives 4Two graduate recitals 0

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Master of Music in Music EducationPrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in music education andhave one year of teaching experience beyondsupervised student teaching.


Ensemble 2MUHL 570 (2), MUHL electives at

the 500 level (6) 8MUED 500 (2), 505 (2), 594ab (4),

electives (4) 12MUPF (organ, piano, string instrument,

vocal arts, or wind or percussion instrument) 4

Electives in music or education 4

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Master of Music in Performance (KeyboardCollaborative Arts)PrerequisiteApplicants must hold the Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in piano or keyboard col-laborative arts or equivalent background asdetermined by the accompanying faculty.


MUHL 570 (2), 578 (2), MUHL electives at the 500 level (4) 8

MUPF 481 (2), 553AC (8), 560 (2), 561 (2) 14

Electives in music which should include MUPF 442ab and MUHL 479ab if comparable courses have not been taken previously 8

Two graduate recitals, one with voice(s), the other with instrument(s) 0

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Master of Music in Performance (Guitar)Students may emphasize either ClassicalGuitar (CG) or Studio Guitar (SG).

PrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a bachelor’s degreewith a major in music with guitar as the prin-cipal instrument.


MUEN 426 (2), electives (2) 4MUHL 570 (2), 578 (2), MUHL

electives at the 500 level (2) 6MUPF 553CG or 553SG (8), 557 (4)

or 558 (4) 12Music electives 4Electives 4Two graduate recitals 0

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Master of Music in Performance(Harpsichord)PrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in harpsichord or inanother keyboard instrument.


Ensemble 2MUHL 570 (2), 578 (2), MUHL

electives at the 500 level (4) 8MUPF 481 (2), 553HC (8) 10Music electives (at least two from

the 500 level) 6Electives 4Graduate recital 0

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Master of Music in Performance (Organ)PrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in organ or equivalent.


Ensemble 2MUHL 570 (2), 578 (2),

MUHL electives at the 500 level (4) 8MUPF 481 (2), 553OR (8) 10Music electives (at least two from

the 500 level) 6Electives 4Graduate recital 0

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Master of Music in Performance (Piano)PrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree in piano or equivalent.


Ensemble 2MUED 450a (2) 2MUHL 570 (2), MUHL electives

at 500 level (6) 8MUPF 553P (8); 520 (6) 14Electives 4Two graduate recitals 0

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Master of Music in Performance (Violin),(Viola), (Violoncello), (Double Bass) or (Harp)PrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in a string instrument orequivalent.


MUCD 443 (2) 2Ensemble 427 (2), electives (2) 4MUHL 570 (2), 578 (2),

MUHL electives at the 500 level (4) 8MUPF 481 (2), 553 (8) 10Music electives (at least two from

the 500 level) 6Graduate recital 0

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Master of Music in Performance (Vocal Arts)PrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in vocal arts or equivalent.


Ensemble 2MUHL 570 (2), electives at 500 level (2) 4MUPF 443 (2), 540 (2), 541 (2), 553VO (8) 14Electives in music (400 or 500 level) 5Electives 5Graduate recital 0

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USC OperaUSC Opera is an integral part of the VocalArts Department, providing career develop-ment opportunities for singers, coach/pianists,conductors and directors. The programincludes instruction in opera history and liter-ature, coaching techniques, stage direction,body movement for singers, stage training,role study and analysis.

The opera workshop is a repertory experi-ence involving preparation and performanceof operatic works and excerpts for perfor-mance both on and off the USC campus.

Master of Music in Performance (Flute),(Oboe), (Clarinet), (Bassoon), (Saxophone),(French Horn), (Trumpet), (Trombone),(Tuba) or (Percussion)PrerequisiteThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree with a major in a wind instrument orpercussion or equivalent.


MUCD 443 (2) 2MUEN 425 (4), large ensemble (4) 8MUHL 570 (2), 578 (2), electives at the

500 level (4) 8MUPF 452 (2), 481 or 482 (2), 553 (8) 12Two graduate recitals 0

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Master of Music Education

PrerequisitesThe applicant must hold a Bachelor of Musicdegree or its equivalent, with a minimumundergraduate grade point average of 3.0.

Additional RequirementsCandidates must complete the equivalent ofat least one year of full-time teaching prior tocompletion of the degree. Thirty units ofgraduate work are required; a minimum of 15 units must be taken at the 500 level orhigher. Students must complete at least 26 units at USC, including MUED 592 FinalProject. A grade point average of not lessthan 3.0 (A = 4.0) is required of all graduatecourses in music, and a grade of B or higher isrequired for all courses in music education.Students who transfer credit must achievethis average on all combined transfer or resi-dence units.

Candidates whose undergraduate degrees are not from USC must achieve passingscores or take assigned course work in allareas of the USC Music Graduate EntranceExaminations. The complete battery ofexaminations must be taken at the time thecandidate registers for the first graduatecourse.

Candidates other than USC graduates maynot enroll in 500-level music history coursesor 400-level conducting, theory, or composi-tion courses without having passed the appro-priate sections of the Music GraduateEntrance Examinations.

The culmination of the degree will consist of acreative project developed under the guidanceof a member of the music education faculty.Projects must be reported in written form butneed not be limited to traditional written

material. Candidates may produce, design,arrange or implement innovative ideas, materi-als or curricula for specific application inschool or community musical settings.

Transferred CreditsUp to four units of graduate credit of B (3.0)or higher may be transferred. Courses mustbe the equivalent of corresponding currentwork at USC.


MUED 500 (2) , 505 (2) 4MUED 592 Final Project 2Electives in music education 6Electives in music 6Electives 12

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Master of Arts

This degree is under the jurisdiction of theGraduate School. Students should also referto the Graduate School section of this cata-logue for general regulations, page 555. Allcourses applied toward the degree must becourses accepted by the Graduate School.

Departmental RequirementsApplicants will be evaluated on the basis ofthe Music Graduate Entrance Examinationsand the Graduate Record Examinations,scholastic record, performance in at least onefield of applied music, including piano, andin a particular subject of graduate research.

Regular (classified) standing is achievedwhen the general test of the GraduateRecord Examinations has been taken, andwhen the Music Graduate EntranceExaminations have been completed satisfac-torily. Remedial course work, if recommend-ed, may be substituted for repetition ofexaminations.


Language RequirementStudents are required to demonstrate a read-ing knowledge by passing an examination inone foreign language chosen by the studentfrom among French, German, Italian orLatin. This requirement must be passedprior to the comprehensive examination.

PrerequisitesApplicants should have an undergraduatedegree with a major in music; competency inFrench or German; 18 units or equivalent intheory, including harmony, analytical tech-niques and counterpoint; eight units orequivalent in music history and literature;and at least 16 units in history, literature orthe arts other than music.

Degree Requirements for the Music Historyand Literature EmphasisThirty units of course work, of which at least18 must be chosen from the following:MUHL courses numbered 500 or higher,

MUTC 533ab and MUTC 534ab. At leasteight units must be in history, language, liter-ature or the arts other than music. A compre-hensive examination, normally given in thelast semester of course work, is required inlieu of a thesis.

Degree Requirements for the Music TheoryEmphasisREQUIREMENTS UNITS

MUTC 533ab (4), 534ab (4), 540 (2), 550 (2) 12

MUHL 570 (2) and one 500-level MUHL elective (2) 4

Music electives 4Electives in letters, arts and sciences 4MUTC 594ab (4) 4

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Degree Requirements for the Early MusicPerformance EmphasisREQUIREMENTS UNITS

MUEN 450 (3) 3MUHL 570 (2), 572 (3), 574 (2), 575 (2),

589ab (2-2),594ab (2-2), MUHL electives (2) * 19MUPF 450 (2), 553 (5) 7Electives in letters, arts and sciences 4

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*Chosen from MUHL 573, 576, 583-586, 595, 683-686.

The thesis will include the planning, research,preparation and leadership of a full-length pro-gram in early music. This practical work willbe supported by a written essay that deals, asappropriate, with historical data sources,authentic performance practices and a stylisticassessment of the repertoire that is performed.In lieu of a comprehensive examination, can-didates for the Early Music PerformanceEmphasis will be required to pass periodicreviews to demonstrate progress.

Non-Degree Programs

Advanced Studies Certificate Program inScoring for Motion Pictures and TelevisionThis one-year program is designed for stu-dents who hold the Bachelor of Music inComposition or its equivalent. Persons whocomplete the Scoring for Motion Pictures andTelevision non-degree curriculum will beawarded an Advanced Studies Certificatefrom the School of Music.

Entrance Requirements1. Five to eight minutes of music the studenthas composed, recorded on a chrome-tapeaudiocassette (non-Dolby). Send a copy, notthe master. Music should show fluency in anumber of styles. Include a cassette contentssheet which lists title, duration and any addi-tional information concerning the music.

2. A score or sketch for three pieces of musicrecorded on the audiocassette. The preferredscore size is 8.5" x 11" paper.

3. If available, a VHS videocassette of a com-pleted project(s).


MUCD 521ab 4MUTC 440ab (4), 442ab (4),

443ab (4), 520ab (2), 522ab (4), 523ab (4), 545ab (4) 26

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Doctor of Musical Arts

The Doctor of Musical Arts (D.M.A.) is acomprehensive professional degree grantedby the School of Music in choral music,church music, composition, music educationor performance.

Degree PrerequisitesD.M.A. applicants must complete the appro-priate master of music degree program or itsequivalent.

AdmissionRefer to School of Music Graduate Degrees,Admission Requirements.

Graduate Record ExaminationsScores from the General Test of the GraduateRecord Examinations (GRE) are required forapplication and admission to the Doctor ofMusical Arts degree. (The Music SubjectTest is not required.) Test scores on the GREthat are more than five years old at the timeof application are not accepted.

Graduate Committee InterviewBefore the completion of 16 units beyond themaster’s degree and before permission to pre-sent the second doctoral recital is requested,doctoral students must submit a detailed cur-riculum vitae to the Graduate Committee ofthe School of Music summarizing their back-ground and objectives. The student will be

evaluated on musicianship and general acade-mic qualifications, teaching experience andthe validity and quality of creative, literary orperformance projects submitted. The com-mittee determines the student’s continuationin the program, proposed areas of concentra-tion and the guidance committee members.

Course RequirementsEach student is required to prepare four areasof concentration: the major field, music histo-ry and literature, and elective areas chosen inconsultation with his or her advisor from twoof the following: theory and composition(composition, counterpoint, film music,orchestration, analysis, band arranging, or


choral arranging); performance, early music,or jazz studies; music education; church orchoral music; conducting; pedagogy (perfor-mance or theory); electro-acoustic media; afield outside of music.

Each of the elective fields must be preparedby taking six to eight units of course work inthat area, excluding courses from the basiccurriculum, as determined by the departmentin which the minor fields are administered. Nomore than two of the four fields may be underthe guidance of the same department withinthe School of Music, and at least one of theelective fields must result in a written exami-nation as part of the qualifying examinations.

Required courses for each major curriculumare listed subsequently in this catalogue.Special requirements in any of the four areasof concentration (if any) are determined bythe guidance committee member responsiblefor that area.

A minimum of 65 graduate units beyond thebachelor’s degree are required to completethe degree. Fifty-five or more units must bein music, 12 of these beyond the master’slevel must be in the major. At least 40 ofthese must be at the 500 level or higher. Allcourse work earned under these require-ments for a doctoral degree is considered tobe obsolete after 10 years from the date ofcompletion of such work and may not beused to fulfill degree requirements.

Residence RequirementA minimum of two years of full-time studybeyond the Master of Music degree isrequired for the Doctor of Musical Arts. Atleast one year of full-time study beyond themaster’s degree (eight units or more persemester) must be in residence at USC.

Grade Point Average RequirementsA minimum grade point average of 3.0 (A = 4.0) is required for all graduate courseunits in music. A grade of B or higher isrequired for all courses in the major.

Transfer CreditTransfer work must have been completedwithin 10 years of admission to the D.M.A.program to be applied toward that degree.

Foreign LanguageA reading knowledge of French, German,Italian or Spanish is required of all students.Departments within the School of Music mayrequire additional language skills. All lan-guage requirements must be fulfilled onesemester before the qualifying examinationat the latest.

Guidance CommitteeThe guidance committee is composed of atleast five members: two faculty from themajor department, one of whom will serve aschair; a faculty member from music historyand literature; and one faculty member fromeach of the student’s elective fields. At leastfour members of a committee must be drawnfrom tenured and tenure-track faculty.

The committee administers the written andoral parts of the qualifying examination. Thecommittee continues to serve until the qualify-ing examination has been passed, the disserta-tion topic approved, and the student is admit-ted to candidacy. For students in curriculawhich require recitals, the guidance committeeserves as the recital committee and is responsi-ble for the format, content, scheduling, andapproval of the required performances.

Qualifying ExaminationThe qualifying examination for the D.M.A. isadministered by the student’s guidance com-mittee. It is comprehensive, partly writtenand partly oral, and designed in part to testthe student’s fitness for independence as aperformer, composer, teacher, researcherand/or scholar. The student must obtain per-mission from the guidance committee to takethe qualifying examination and schedule it atleast two months in advance to ensure thecommittee’s availability. The examinationmay be taken at any time during or followingthe final semester of course work (except dis-sertation or individual instruction), providedthat all members of the guidance committeeare available to administer it. Qualifyingexaminations will not be scheduled duringsummer sessions except under extraordinarycircumstances and only with the writtenapproval of all guidance committee members.All portions of the examination must be com-pleted within one month.

Written examinations are prepared and readby the guidance committee. All of the stu-dent’s areas of concentration, except perfor-mance, conducting and composition, will becovered in a written examination or compara-ble project. The examination in performance,conducting or composition normally is a pub-lic recital, evaluated by appropriate membersof the guidance committee. If the writtenexamination is judged to be satisfactory, anoral examination is then given. This exami-nation covers in depth topics discussed in thewritten examinations and/or new material,particularly when a recital in one or moreareas of concentration has been presented.

All members of the guidance committeemust be present at the oral examination andrender a judgment on the acceptability of thequalifying examinations as a whole. Theexaminations will be reported as passing if

there is no more than one dissenting vote onthe guidance committee. A student must passboth the written and oral examinations topass the qualifying examination. A pass onthe examination cannot be made contingentupon any form of additional work.

If a student fails the qualifying examination,the guidance committee may permit the stu-dent to repeat it once at a mutually satisfacto-ry time within a period of not less than sixmonths nor more than one year from the dateof the first examination. A student may nottake the qualifying examination more thantwice.

Admission to CandidacyAdmission to candidacy occurs after the stu-dent has passed the qualifying examination,upon formal action of the dean of the Schoolof Music. The dissertation, treatise, or onefinal recital must be completed after admis-sion to candidacy.

Doctoral DissertationA dissertation based on original investigationis required of candidates in church music,composition, and music education, and a trea-tise is required in choral music. Either docu-ment must reveal scholarly ability, technicalmastery, capacity for independent researchand originality in creative thought.

Dissertation CommitteeAfter the guidance committee recommendsadmission to candidacy and approves the dis-sertation or treatise topic, it is reduced to threemembers. This smaller committee guides thestudent through the completion of the finalproject. Additional members may be added atthe discretion of the chair of the committee ifthe topic requires special expertise.

RegistrationThe student must register in 794 Dissertationeach semester after admission to candidacyuntil degree requirements are completed.Registration for the dissertation in no lessthan two regular term semesters followingadmission to candidacy entitles the candidateto supervision by the dissertation committee.If the dissertation is not completed and acceptedwithin two semesters, the candidate must registerfor 794 each semester thereafter until the documenthas been accepted. No more than eight units ofcredit in 794 may be accumulated regardlessof the number of semesters the candidatemay be required to register.

A candidate who must withdraw temporarilyfrom registration in 794 for a semester mustformally report this before the beginning ofthat semester to the Office of StudentServices, School of Music, requesting by peti-tion a leave of absence. During a leave of


absence the candidate will not be entitled toassistance from the guidance committee or tothe use of university facilities. A leave ofabsence does not change the candidate’sresponsibility for meeting the time schedulesfor the completion of degree requirements.Leave will be granted only under exceptionalcircumstances.

Format for Theses and DissertationsAll theses and dissertations submitted forrequirements for graduate degrees must con-form to university regulations in format andmethod of preparation. See DoctoralDissertation, page 560.

Defense of the DissertationAfter meeting all requirements including thequalifying examination, the candidate mustdefend the dissertation. This defense occursto determine for the committee that the candi-date has attained the stage of scholarlyadvancement and power of investigationdemanded for recommendation to the doctor-ate. While this oral defense is open to the gen-eral university community, only the membersof the dissertation committee have the author-ity to recommend its acceptance or denial.The recommendation must be unanimous.

Departments differ in their ordering of thesefinal steps, some holding the oral defenseprior to approval for final typing, some hold-ing it after the final typing. The followingschedules apply in the two cases.

Defense of the Dissertation Prior to Approval forFinal TypingIn this case a candidate defends the disserta-tion on the basis of an approved preliminarycopy. If the defense is satisfactory, the com-mittee then signs the approval for final typ-ing; if additional work is required, the form is left unsigned until that work has beenapproved.

At the time the approval for final typingreaches the dean of the School of Music, thecandidate submits the typed copy for theabstract of the dissertation.

The final typewritten copy of the disserta-tion, together with signed signature sheetand approval cards, must be presented to the Thesis Editor, the Graduate School, GFS 315, at least two weeks prior to the endof the semester in which the degree is to bereceived. Approval of format and acceptanceby the Graduate School must be presented tothe dean of the School of Music at least oneweek before the end of the semester.

Defense of the Dissertation Subsequent to FinalTypingAt least seven weeks before the scheduleddate of the defense of the dissertation, writ-ten approval for final typing by all membersof the candidate’s dissertation committeemust be filed with the dean of the School ofMusic. The typed copy for the abstract of thedissertation is due at this time.

At least five weeks before the date of thefinal oral examination, the original copy ofthe final draft of the dissertation, accompa-nied by a signature sheet and cards ofapproval signed by all members of the disser-tation committee, must be submitted to theThesis Editor for approval. This final draftmust conform to the regulations provided bythe university. See Doctoral Dissertation,page 560.

Abstract of DissertationSince the abstract of the dissertation is pub-lished in Dissertation Abstracts International,it should be written with care and be repre-sentative of the final draft of the dissertation.

Time ScheduleThe D.M.A. is established on the assumptionthat a well-qualified student can complete itin three years of full-time work. If the studentpursues part-time graduate study, or if thefield of graduate work is not that of under-graduate study, more time may be required.

The student is required to complete thedegree within seven years from the date doc-toral work at USC was begun. Extensionswill be granted by petition to the School ofMusic for only the most compelling reasons.

Basic D.M.A. CurriculumREQUIRED FOR ALL D.M.A. CANDIDATES UNITS

MUCD 441 (2), 443 (2) 4MUHL 570 (2) 2Four courses numbered MUHL 573

through 578 8MUHL electives numbered 500

through 695 4Ensemble 2MUTC 532ab (2-2) 4

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Courses with similar content taken for gradu-ate credit in another accredited institutionmay be substituted, subject to departmentalapproval. Master’s degree credit for ensembletaken at USC may fulfill this requirement,subject to departmental approval.

Choral Music MajorA keyboard proficiency test will be given bythe choral faculty during the student’s firstsemester in residence to determine if addi-tional study in keyboard is required.


Basic D.M.A. curriculum 24MUCM 540* (2), 541* (2), 542 *(2),

641 (2), 643 (4), 694 (2), 790 (2) 16MUCH 571 (2) 2MUCD 641 6Ensemble (400 level; choral music

majors must participate in a choral ensemble each semester if enrolled for 4 or more units) 2

MUPF 401VO (2), 439 (2), 653CD (2) 6MUTC 441 2Electives 7Conduct two principal choral concerts

(at least one of which will includeinstrumental ensemble) and one lecture-recital or appropriate appearance as conductor, soloist oraccompanist. No more than two of the three recitals or appearances may take place before the successful completion of the qualifying examination. 0

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*May be taken as part of the master’s degree.

Church Music MajorProficiency tests in both keyboard and voicewill be given by the choral and church musicfaculty during the student’s first semester inresidence to determine if additional study ineither area is required.


Basic D.M.A. curriculum 24MUCM 540* (2), 541* (2), 542* (2),

641 (2), 643 (2) 10MUCH 474* (2), 470 * (3), 473* (2),

571* (2), 790 (2), 794ab (4) 15MUCD 641 4Choral Ensemble (400 level; church

music majors must participate in a choral ensemble each semester if enrolled for 4 or more units) 2

MUPF 439 (2), 401 or 453 or 553 (P, OR or VO) (4) 6

MUTC 434a (2) or 441 (2) 2Electives 2



Dissertation OptionsFor the D.M.A. in church music there are twooptions for fulfilling dissertation requirements,the choice to be made by the candidate inconsultation with the guidance committee.

Option I The candidate will write a disserta-tion conforming to USC regulations in formatand method of preparation. Refer to DoctoralDissertation, page 560.


Option II The candidate will present two lec-ture-recitals or a performance of a sacredchoral work, or works, as the culmination ofthe historical and stylistic study of a circum-scribed body of literature. This study and ananalysis of the problems encountered in per-formance will be dealt with in a documentwhich, although shorter than a dissertation,will conform to the technical requirements ofOption I.

Composition MajorCURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS UNITS

Basic D.M.A. curriculum 24MUTC 536 (4), 592 (4), 637 (4),

737 (4), 794ab (4) 20Electives 21Graduate recital 0

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Jazz Studies MajorCURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS UNITS

Basic D.M.A. curriculum 24MUED 443 (2), 547 (2) 4MUEN 532 4MUPF 688 (4), 653 (8) 12MUTC 547 4Electives 17Two recitals of original compositions

and arrangements written while in the D.M.A. program 0

Lecture-recital in conjunction with an appropriate research project 0

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Music Education MajorCURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS UNITS

Basic D.M.A. curriculum 24MUED 502* (2), 503* (2), 550* (2),

601 (2), 602 (2), 603 (2), 604 (2), 790 (2), 792 (2), 794ab (4) 22

Electives 19

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Performance MajorIt is the objective of the performance curric-ulum to combine high standards of perfor-mance with intellectual accomplishmentsappropriate to a university degree. Candidateselecting this major must present at least fourmajor public appearances: two solo recitalsand two other appropriate appearances. Theexact format, content and scheduling of thefour appearances are the responsibility of thecandidate’s guidance committee.


Basic D.M.A. curriculum 24MUPF 653 (take harpsichord, organ,

string instrument, vocal arts, wind instrument or percussion for a maximum of 12 units) 12

Electives 29Two solo recitals and two other

appropriate performances 0

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Performance Major — PianoCURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS UNITS

Basic D.M.A. curriculum 24MUPF 653 (12); 520 (6) 18Electives 23Four graduate recitals: two solo

recitals, one chamber recital, and one lecture-recital 0

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Performance Major — KeyboardCollaborative ArtsCURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS UNITS

Basic D.M.A. curriculum 24MUPF 653 12MUPF 481, 560, 561 6Electives 23Four doctoral level recitals; one with

voice(s), one with instrument(s), one lecture recital, and other recital as approved 0

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The exact format, content and scheduling ofthe four graduate recitals are the responsibili-ty of the candidate’s major professor.

Performance Major — Early MusicCURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS UNITS

Basic D.M.A. curriculum* 24MUPF 653 (8); 650 (4) 12MUHL elective (500 level or above) 2MUEN 650 4Electives 23Four graduate recitals: two as soloist

and ensemble director, one lecture-recital, and one recital of the student’s choice 0

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*The eight required MUHL classes must include MUHL570, 572, 574, 575 and 589ab.

Doctor of Philosophy

The Doctor of Philosophy degree with amajor in music is granted by the GraduateSchool. Candidates for the Ph.D. in musicshould also refer to the Graduate School sec-tion of this catalogue for general regulations,page 555. All courses applied toward thedegree must be courses accepted by theGraduate School.

A substantial background in music and liberalarts is required. Two emphases are available:historical musicology and theory. The appro-priate master of arts curriculum is basic to

each Ph.D. emphasis. Graduate courserequirements for the Ph.D. are adapted tothe needs and research interests of the indi-vidual student. A minimum of 60 post-bac-calaureate units is required.

Foreign Language RequirementsStudents are required to demonstrate a read-ing knowledge by passing an examination inGerman and one other foreign language cho-sen by the student from among French, Italianor Latin. The language requirement for the

M.A. degree may be applied toward the Ph.D.Doctoral language requirements should bepassed as early as possible, but, at latest, dur-ing the fourth semester of course work. If forthe purpose of dissertation research an addi-tional language or research tool is needed, theappropriate examination must be passed priorto the qualifying examination.

Courses of Instruction 663

Screening ProcedureBefore the completion of 16 units of graduatework at USC and with the approval of thedepartment chair, students (with the excep-tion of Ph.D. candidates in musicology whodid not receive their M.A. degrees in musi-cology from USC) must be interviewed bythe Graduate Committee of the School ofMusic. Continuance in course work will becontingent upon approval of the committee.Ph.D. candidates in musicology who did notreceive their M.A. degrees from USC must

take the M.A. Comprehensive Examinationsin Historical Musicology in lieu of theGraduate Committee interview. Continuancein course work will be contingent upon pass-ing these examinations.

Historical Musicology EmphasisIn addition to the 30 units for the M.A. inmusic history and literature, a minimum of 26 units of course work is required plus794ab Dissertation. Students should consult

their guidance committees to devise appro-priate courses of study.

Music Theory EmphasisIn addition to the 28 units for the M.A. inmusic theory, 32 units are required as follows:MUTC 599, 633ab, 634ab, MUHL 581, 582;12 units of electives; and MUTC 794abDissertation.

Courses of Instruction

The terms indicated are expected but are notguaranteed. For the courses offered during anygiven term, consult the Schedule of Classes.

CHORAL MUSIC (MUCM)

390 Special Problems (1-4) Supervised, indi-vidual studies. No more than one registrationis permitted. Enrollment by petition only.

490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8) Indi-vidual research and readings. Not availablefor graduate credit. Prerequisite: departmentalapproval.

540 Choral Development (2) Problems ofachieving proper balance, blend, intonation,diction, precision, etc., in choral groups; criteriafor selection of repertoire for particular groups.

541 Choral Literature I (2) Choral composi-tion from c. 1500 to 1800. Performance andanalysis of representative works.

542 Choral Literature II (2) 19th and 20thcentury choral works; criteria for programbuilding.

543 Seminar in Choral Music (2, max 4)Advanced choral techniques; historical, ana-lytical and performance problems. Prerequisite:MUCM 641 or permission of instructor.

590 Directed Research (1-12) Supervisedresearch in preparation for the Master’srecital. Graded CR/NC.

641 Choral Literature III (2) Detailed studyof selected major choral works; historical con-text, score analysis, performance practices.Prerequisite: MUCM 541, MUCM 542.

643 Seminar in Choral Music II (2, max 4, Sp)Continuation of MUCM 543, with concentra-tion on the conducting problems in majorchoral-orchestral works.

694 Treatise (2, max 4) A major researchpaper designed to complement performancestudies in choral music. Credit on acceptanceof treatise. Graded CR/NC.

790 Research (1-12) Research leading to thedoctorate. Maximum units which may beapplied to the degree to be determined bythe department. Graded CR/NC.

CHURCH MUSIC (MUCH)

390 Special Problems (1-4) Supervised, indi-vidual studies. No more than one registrationpermitted. Enrollment by petition only.

470 The Practice of Church Music (3) Thenature of music in worship; developing andadministering the music program of thechurch; techniques and repertoire for thegraded choir program.

473 Hymns and Service Music (2) Historyand uses of the hymn and hymn tune; evalu-ation of anthems and other service music forworship.

474 The Church Organist (2) Accompanying;hymn playing; transposition; improvisation;vocal score reading; conducting from the con-sole; service repertoire. Basic knowledge ofthe organ for conductors who are not organists.


571 Music of the Great Liturgies (2) Com-parison of the Jewish, Eastern Orthodox,Roman Catholic, Lutheran, and Anglicanliturgies and their music; relation to music inthe nonliturgical service; the church year.

590 Directed Research (1-12) Research lead-ing to the master’s degree. Maximum unitswhich may be applied to the degree to bedetermined by the department. GradedCR/NC.


794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0)Credit on acceptance of dissertation. GradedIP/CR/NC.

CONDUCT ING (MUCD)

340 Choral Conducting I (2) Basic conduct-ing techniques; score analysis; conductingpatterns; problems of tempo, dynamics, artic-ulation and text. Laboratory, 3 hours. Prereq-uisite: ability to read a music score.

343 Instrumental Conducting I (2, FaSp)Communicating musical ideas to instrumen-tal ensembles; reading and conducting fromfull score of orchestral compositions. Labora-tory, 3 hours. Prerequisite: ability to read amusic score.


441 Choral Conducting II (2) Refinement oftechniques developed in MUCD 340; studyof styles and interpretations of choral musicfrom the Renaissance to the present. Labora-tory, 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUCD 340,MUCD 343, or departmental approval.

442 Contemporary Composition Conduct-ing Techniques (2) Problems of preparingand conducting contemporary music. Prereq-uisite: MUCD 340 or MUCD 343.


443 Instrumental Conducting II (2, FaSpSm)Principal composers and representativeinstrumental works since the 18th century;studies of styles and interpretations based onscores and the performance of works in class.


499 Special Topics (2-4, max 8) Selected top-ics of current interest.

521ab Film Conducting (2-2, FaSp) Conduct-ing “free-time” to stop watch and pictureusing streamers and punches.

541 Choral Conducting III (2, max 6) Prob-lems of preparing and conducting contempo-rary choral music and major choral-orchestralworks from full score; special projects accord-ing to student’s development and interests.Laboratory, 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUCD 441.

543 Instrumental Conducting III (2, max 4,FaSp) Problems in advanced conducting. Prerequisite: MUCD 443.

550 Orchestral Conducting Seminar (2, max 8, FaSp) Advanced instrumental conducting techniques. Literature drawnfrom music of all periods. Prerequisite: MUCD 441, MUCD 443, and admission ascandidate for M.M. degree in conducting.


641 Choral Conducting IV (2, max 8) Con-tinuation of MUCD 541, including choralconducting pedagogy. Prerequisite: MUCD541 or departmental approval.

ELECTROACOUST IC MEDIA (MUEA)

101 Electronic Studio Techniques (2) Elec-tronic Music procedures in a multi-track stu-dio. Computer applications.

201ab Music with Computers (4-4) Comput-ers in music composition, realization and per-formance. Representative hardware, softwareand languages. Recommended preparation:MUEA 101.

301ab Electroacoustic Media I (4-4) Compo-sition, arranging, performance and/or fixedmedium realization of electroacoustic music.Critical/analytic listening. History of themedium. Prerequisite: MUEA 201b or depart-mental approval.

401ab Electroacoustic Media II (4-4) Contin-uation of MUEA 301ab. Prerequisite: MUEA301b or departmental approval.

474abx Electronic Synthesizer Techniques(2-4; 2-4, FaSp) a and b: Electronic musicprocedures in a multi-track studio. b: Com-puter applications. Not available for majorcredit to electroacoustic media majors.

481 Programming the MIDI Interface (2, FaSp) Programming MIDI Interface Soft-ware using the C Programming Language.Developing original applications software forsequencing and real-time event processing.Prerequisite: prior experience in electronicmusic or computers, and departmentalapproval.

MUSIC EDUCAT ION (MUED)

241abL Voice Class: Performance and Teach-ing Strategies (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Develop-ment of technical knowledge, tone produc-tion, and performance skills for voice appro-priate for school music teaching. Class andlab required. Prerequisite: MUED 241aL forMUED 241bL.

301 Introduction to Music Education (1, Fa)Orientation course for music majors. Requiredof undergraduate music education majors intheir first semester in residence.

330x Fundamentals of Music (4, FaSp)Introduction to the content of music throughan investigation of its melodic, rhythmic, andharmonic structure. Not available for credit tomusic majors.

345abL String Instruments Class: Perfor-mance and Teaching Strategies (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Development of technical knowl-edge, tone production, and performance skillsfor string instruments appropriate for schoolmusic teaching. Class and lab required.

346L Brass Instruments Class: Performanceand Teaching Strategies (2, Fa) Develop-ment of technical knowledge, tone produc-tion, and performance skills on brass instru-ments appropriate for school music teaching.Class and lab required.

347L Woodwind Instruments Class: Perfor-mance and Teaching Strategies (2, Sp)Development of technical knowledge, toneproduction, and performance skills on wood-wind instruments appropriate for schoolmusic teaching.

348L Percussion Instruments Class: Perfor-mance and Teaching Strategies (2, Sp)Development of technical knowledge, toneproduction, and performance skills on percus-sion instruments appropriate for school musicteaching. Class and lab required.

390 Special Problems (1-4, FaSp) Supervised,individual studies. No more than one regis-tration permitted. Enrollment by petitiononly.

400m The Broadway Musical: Reflection ofAmerican Diversity, Issues, and Experiences(4, FaSpSm) Selected Broadway musicalsserve as a catalyst for inquiry into humandiversity, cross-culturalism, and significantsocial and political issues.

402 Teaching Choral Music (3, Sp) Problemsof school choral organizations; the changingand adolescent voice; appropriate repertoireand materials.

403 Teaching Instrumental Music (3, Sp)Problems of school instrumental organiza-tions; teaching wind, string, and percussioninstruments; appropriate repertoire and materials.

420 Teaching Beginning Improvisation (2, Irregular) Strategies for teaching begin-ning improvisation in K-12 music classes;includes playing/singing and teaching inmany styles. No improvisation experiencenecessary.

430 Music for Children (3, FaSp) Concepts,activities and materials for teaching music ingrades K-6. Peer teaching and field observa-tion required. Corequisite: CTSE 203.

443 Jazz Pedagogy (2, Sp) Concepts, meth-ods, and resources; examination and compari-son of textbooks, recordings, tapes, and mate-rials related to the study and teaching of jazz.

448 Teaching General Music (2, Irregular)Development of a philosophy of music edu-cation which emphasizes appreciation; practi-cal application to teaching music in theschools; choice and presentation of music forlistening.

449 Teaching Marching Band (2, Fa) Modernschool marching band techniques; precisiondrill; administration; rehearsal techniques.

450ab Piano Pedagogy: Intermediate Litera-ture and Functional Skills (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp)Methods, study of college curriculum key-board classes. Studio/group instruction. Busi-ness practices; audition, interview tech-niques. 450a: Survey and observation. 450b:practice teaching; secondary piano classes.Prerequisite: a: MUPF 431b; b: MUED 450a ordepartmental approval.


452 Introduction to Technology in MusicEducation (2, Fa) Applications of computersand electronic music to music education; sur-vey of current approaches and materials.

474 Directed Teaching: Public School Music(4, FaSp) Observation and teaching under theguidance of a university supervisor and adirecting teacher. (Duplicates credit in for-mer CTSE 474a.) Prerequisite: MUED 430and admission by Committee on Personneland Credentials.

479x Music for the Elementary ClassroomTeacher (4, FaSp) The nature and structureof music, its processes, and its notationalsymbols. Not available for credit to musicmajors. Recommended preparation: MUED 330.

490x Directed Research (2-8, max 8, FaSpSm)Individual research and readings. Not avail-able for graduate credit. Prerequisite: depart-mental approval.

499 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, Irregular)Selected topics of current interest reflectiveof changing trends in music education.

500 Introduction to Research in Music Edu-cation (2, Sp) Survey of research literature;interpreting research and research reports;organizing and writing research reports.

502 Social and Historical Foundations ofMusic Education (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp)American musical tradition; development ofmusic teaching and learning in the changingcontext of American society.

503 Philosophical and Psychological Foun-dations of Music Education (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) Implications of psychology of musicand aesthetic theory for music teaching andlearning.

505 Teaching and Learning Music (2, Irregular) Studies of the latest resourcesconcerning the teaching and learning ofmusic so that musicians can function moreeffectively as both teachers and performers.

520 Early Childhood Music (2, Irregular) An overview of significant developmentalissues, current research, and appropriate prac-tices for children from birth to age eight. Professor-guided practicum teaching.

530 Teaching Vocal Jazz (2, Irregular) Strate-gies for teaching the principles of vocal jazz;historical perspective, repertoire, recordings,improvisation, scat, accompaniment, amplifi-cation, rehearsing, teaching sequences. Noprior jazz experience necessary.

542 Orchestra Development (2, Irregular)Repertoire and rehearsal techniques appro-priate for school and community orchestrasuseful in solving specific problems of techni-cal and tonal growth. Prerequisite: MUCD 343.

545 String Class Pedagogy (2, Irregular)Approaches to beginning through intermedi-ate string class instruction in school and othergroup setting derived from principles ofSuzuki, Bornoff, Rolland, and other leadingteachers. Prerequisite: MUED 345abL.

546 Wind Band Pedagogy (2, Irregular)Beginning and intermediate wind banddevelopment in school and community. Sur-vey of method books; new approaches andrepertoire useful in solving specific problemsof technical and tonal growth. Prerequisite:MUCD 343.

547 Jazz Ensemble Development (2, Irregular) Techniques, approaches, teaching materials, and music useful in developing jazz ensembles in educational settings, from junior high school through college.

548 Orchestral Bowing (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp)Introduction to bowing function and stylewith application to typical repertoire; practi-cal experience for teachers and conductors ineducational and community settings.

550 Teaching Music Fundamentals andAppreciation Courses (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp)Purpose and objectives of music in generaleducation. Survey of current approaches andmaterials.

552 Music Education Courseware Develop-ment (2, Sp) Development of music educa-tion courseware using current technology.Two lecture hours per week. Prerequisite:MUED 452.

590 Directed Research (1-12, FaSpSm)Research leading to the master’s degree.Maximum units which may be applied to thedegree to be determined by the department.Graded CR/NC.

592 Final Project (2, max 2) Required for the Master of Music Education degree.Credit upon acceptance. Graded CR/NC.Prerequisite: MUED 500.

594abz Master’s Thesis (2-2-0, FaSpSm)Credit on acceptance of thesis. GradedIP/CR/NC.

599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, Irregular)Selected topics of current interest reflectiveof changing trends in music education

601 Field Seminar in Elementary SchoolMusic Education (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp)Observation in schools. Identification andanalysis of problems; strategies for improve-ment; alternative approaches including thoseof Orff and Kodaly. Readings, examination ofteaching materials. Prerequisite: MUED 501.

602 Field Seminar in Choral Music Educa-tion (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) Observation inschools. Current practice; identification andanalysis of problems; strategies for improve-ment; readings, examination of music andteaching materials. Prerequisite: MUED 501.

603 Field Seminar in Instrumental MusicEducation (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) Observationin schools. Identification and analysis of prob-lems; strategies for improvement. Readings,examination of music and teaching materials.Prerequisite: MUED 501.

604 Preparing School Music Teachers (2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) Analysis of best prac-tices in teacher training; faculty, curriculum,schedule, materials, methods, and supervi-sion of directed teaching. Prerequisite: threeyears of teaching music in public schools ortwo years of college teaching.

641 Administration of College and Univer-sity Music (2, Irregular) Faculty, curricula,budgets, equipment; committee organization;concerts and recitals; preparatory program;standard practices of the National Associationof Schools of Music.

790 Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research lead-ing to the doctorate. Maximum units whichmay be applied to the degree to be deter-mined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

792 Critique of Research in Music Education(2, 2 years, Fa or Sp) Problems of research inMusic Education. Consideration of neededareas and appropriate methodology based ona critical analysis of recent research andrelated writings.

794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0,FaSpSm) Credit on acceptance of disserta-tion. Graded IP/CR/NC.


MUSIC ENSEMBLE (MUEN)

Large ensemble requirements in undergradu-ate curricula must be fulfilled by the follow-ing ensembles: University Chorus (207, 407);Men’s Chorus (208, 408); Women’s Chorus(209, 409); Oriana Choir (211, 411); Univer-sity Concert Choir (210, 410); USC ChamberChoir (212, 412); University Orchestra (220,420); Community Orchestra (221, 421); Uni-versity Wind Ensemble (223, 423); or Univer-sity Band (224, 424).

Exceptions to the above policies include:Contemporary Music Ensemble and EarlyMusic Ensemble may fulfill the large ensem-ble requirement for instrumental majors, withthe approval of the conductor of UniversityOrchestra or Wind Ensemble and the chair ofthe student’s major department.

Music Education majors may count towardtheir ensemble requirement only one semes-ter of Trojan Marching Band (to apply towardensemble elective credit, not large ensemble).Instrumental emphasis majors must take onesemester of a choral ensemble.

Theory/Composition majors must register forat least two units in a choral ensemble.

Students majoring in Strings, Vocal Arts, orWind and Percussion may not count Commu-nity Orchestra toward their large ensemblerequirement.

Vocal Arts majors must register for UniversityConcert Choir or USC Chamber Choir to ful-fill their large ensemble requirement.

Further exceptions may be made subject todepartmental approval and approval of theconductor of the appropriate large ensemble.

205 Vocal Jazz Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp)Study and performance of vocal ensemble lit-erature from the Jazz idiom, with emphasison improvisational techniques. GradedCR/NC. Prerequisite: by audition or depart-mental approval.

207 University Chorus (1, max 4, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of choral litera-ture from all periods of music history. GradedCR/NC. Open to all students.

208 USC Men’s Chorus (1) Rehearsal and per-formance of choral repertoire from all periodswritten for male voices. Graded CR/NC.Open to all students.

209 USC Women’s Chorus (1) Rehearsal andperformance of choral repertoire from allperiods written for treble voices. GradedCR/NC. Open to all students.

210 University Concert Choir (1, max 4, FaSp)Performance of choral works of all styles andperiods. Graded CR/NC. Open to all stu-dents by audition.

211 USC Oriana Choir (1) Rehearsal and per-formance of advanced chamber music writtenfor women’s voices. Graded CR/NC. Open toall students by audition.

212 USC Chamber Choir (1, max 4, FaSp)Performance of vocal chamber music andchoral masterworks from the 16th century tothe present. Graded CR/NC. Open to all stu-dents by audition.

214 Opera Chorus (1, max 4, FaSp) Studyand performance of operatic choruses andextended ensembles of all styles and periods.Graded CR/NC. Open to students byaudition.

220 USC Symphony (1, max 4, FaSp)Rehearsals requiring practice periods of three hours each per week and participationin concert programs. Graded CR/NC. Opento all students by audition.

221 USC Community Orchestra (1, max 4,FaSp) Rehearsal and performance of orches-tra repertoire. Graded CR/NC. Open to allstudents, faculty, staff, and members of thecommunity. Audition not required.

222 Trojan Marching Band (1, max 4)Rehearsal and participation in performancesfor athletic and other university functions.Graded CR/NC. Open to all students byaudition.

223 University Wind Ensemble (1, max 4,FaSp) Rehearsal and participation in concertprograms. Graded CR/NC. Open to all stu-dents by audition.

224 University Band (1, max 4) Rehearsaland performance of standard repertoire.Graded CR/NC. Open to all students byaudition.

225 Wind and Percussion Chamber Music(1, max 4, FaSp) Performance of chambermusic for wind and percussion instruments.Graded CR/NC. Open to all students byaudition.

226 Guitar Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of literature com-posed, transcribed and arranged for small gui-tar ensembles, including literature for smallensembles of guitar and other instruments, aswell as voice. Graded CR/NC.

227 String Chamber Music (1, max 4, FaSp)Preparation and performance of small ensem-ble literature for strings. Graded CR/NC.

228 Keyboard Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp)Preparation and performance of literature forpiano duets and duo-piano. Graded CR/NC.

229 Jazz Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of literature writ-ten for large jazz ensemble. Graded CR/NC.Open to all students by audition.

230 Contemporary Music Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp) Performance of 20th-century music; readings of student and fac-ulty compositions; experimental music; guestconductors, composers, performers; annualconcert series. Graded CR/NC.

232 Jazz Chamber Music (1, max 4, FaSp)Preparation and performance of literature forjazz chamber groups. Graded CR/NC. Opento all students by audition.

235 University Brass Band (1, Sp) The study,rehearsal and performance of standard brasschoir and brass band literature. GradedCR/NC.

244 Vocal Chamber Music (1, max 4, Fa)Study of solo ensemble vocal literature suchas duets, trios, quartets, madrigals, etc.Graded CR/NC. Open to all students byaudition.

250 Early Music Ensemble (1, max 4, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of vocal andinstrumental ensemble music of the Renais-sance, and Baroque, with emphasis on cham-ber music for solo voices and bowed andplucked strings. Instrumentalists are requiredto perform on either their own or the School’shistorical instruments. Graded CR/NC. Pre-requisite: audition.

322 Trojan Marching Band (1, max 4) Con-tinuation of MUEN 222. Graded CR/NC.

405 Vocal Jazz Ensemble (1, max 8, FaSp)Continuation of MUEN 205. GradedCR/NC.

407 University Chorus (1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 207. Graded CR/NC.

408 USC Men’s Chorus (1) Rehearsal andperformance of choral repertoire from allperiods written for male voices. GradedCR/NC. Open to all students.

409 USC Women’s Chorus (1) Rehearsal andperformance of choral repertoire from allperiods written for treble voices. GradedCR/NC. Open to all students.

410 University Concert Choir (1, max 8,FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 210. GradedCR/NC.


411 USC Oriana Choir (1) Rehearsal and per-formance of advanced chamber music writtenfor women’s voices. Graded CR/NC. Open toall students by audition.

412 USC Chamber Choir (1, max 8, FaSp)Performance of vocal chamber music andchoral masterworks from the 16th century tothe present. Graded CR/NC. Open to all stu-dents by audition.

414 Opera Chorus (1, max 8, FaSp) Continu-ation of MUEN 214. Graded CR/NC.

420 USC Symphony (1, max 8, FaSp) Con-tinuation of MUEN 220. Graded CR/NC.

421 USC Community Orchestra (1, max 8,FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 221. GradedCR/NC.

423 University Wind Ensemble (1, max 8,FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 223. GradedCR/NC.

424 University Band (1, max 8) Continua-tion of MUEN 224. Graded CR/NC.

425 Wind and Percussion Chamber Music(1, max 8, FaSp) Performance of chambermusic for wind and percussion instruments.Graded CR/NC. Open to all students byaudition.

426 Guitar Ensemble (1, max 8, FaSp)Rehearsal and performance of literature com-posed, transcribed and arranged for smallensembles, including literature for smallensembles of guitar and other instruments, aswell as voice. Graded CR/NC.

427 String Chamber Music (1, max 8, FaSp)Continuation of MUEN 227. GradedCR/NC.

428 Keyboard Collaboration (1, max 4, FaSp)Preparation and performance of literature forpiano with voice and string, woodwind, brassand percussion instruments. Graded CR/NC.

429 Jazz Ensemble (1, max 8, FaSp) Contin-uation of MUEN 229. Graded CR/NC.

430 Contemporary Music Ensemble (1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUEN 230. Graded CR/NC.

432 Jazz Chamber Music (1, max 4, FaSp)Continuation of MUEN 232. GradedCR/NC.

435 University Brass Band (1, Sp) The study,rehearsal and performance of standard brasschoir and brass band literature. GradedCR/NC.

444 Vocal Chamber Music (1, max 8, Fa)Continuation of MUEN 244. GradedCR/NC.

450 Early Music Ensemble (1, max 8, FaSp)Continuation of MUEN 250. GradedCR/NC.

528 Keyboard Collaboration (1, max 4, FaSp)Continuation of MUEN 428.

532 Jazz Chamber Music (1, max 4, FaSp)Preparation and performance of advanced lit-erature for jazz chamber groups. Open tograduate students, by audition.

628 Keyboard Collaboration (1, max 4, FaSp)Continuation of MUEN 528.

650 Early Music Ensemble (1, max 8, FaSp)Rehearsal and public performance of vocal andinstrumental music of the Renaissance andBaroque era; emphasis is on large- and small-scale chamber works. Instrumentalists arerequired to perform on historical instruments.

MUSIC H ISTORY AND L I TERATURE(MUHL)

100x Jazz, Ragtime, and Blues (4) Gatewayto the minor in Jazz Studies. Historical evolu-tion of jazz from its origins to present day;elements of musical structures and jazzstyles. Not available for credit to jazz studiesmajors.

200x Introduction to Concert Music (4, FaSpSm) Gateway to the Bachelor of Artsdegree in Music. Elements of music andmedia of performance in historical perspec-tive. Listening sections and concert atten-dance integrated with lectures. Not availablefor credit to Bachelor of Music and Bachelorof Arts in Music majors.

220x The Great Composers (4, FaSp) A sur-vey of the life and musical works of one ofthe great composers of Western art music. Noreading knowledge of music required. Notavailable for credit to music majors.

280ab Music from 1750 to the Present (a: 3, Fa; b: 3, Sp) Major classical, romantic,and modern composers, styles, and musicalgenres. Detailed analysis of selected works.Prerequisite: MUTC 132ab and MUTC 133ab.

302 Musical Cultures of the World (4, FaSp)Survey of the world’s major musical cultures;aesthetic and social values, theoretical sys-tems, musical style and structure, instru-ments, and performance traditions.

333 Music History Review (1-2, FaSpSm)Supervised review of the materials covered inundergraduate music history courses for stu-dents whose music history examinations indi-cate the need for further study.

350abx Music, Culture, and Ideas (3-3, FaSp)Study of music and its relation throughouthistory to science, letters, and the fine arts.Close examination of selected works in a cul-tural context. Not available for credit to B.M.majors. Preparation: Reading knowledge ofmusic is required. Prerequisite: MUTC 130abor MUTC 133ab.

385ab Music from Antiquity to 1750 (a: 3, Fa;b: 3, Sp) Musical styles and genres, perfor-mance practices, research methods, andrelated topics. Detailed analyses of selectedworks. Prerequisite: MUTC 232ab andMUTC 233ab.


403 Introduction to Armenian Music (2, Sp)Folk and church music; text, origins, genres,and general characteristics.

416 Evolution of the Guitar in the UnitedStates (3) Historical survey of styles, litera-ture and performance practice; emphasis onplaying technique and interpretation. A time-line study relating guitar to popular musicand historical events.

426ab Classical Guitar History and Litera-ture (3-3) Studies in the history and literatureof the classical guitar and its antecedents, thelute and vihuela.

428 Women in Music (2, Irregular) Womenas composers, performers and teachers, fromthe Middle Ages to the present; women’s rolein non-western traditions; issues in feministmusic aesthetics.

471 Opera History and Literature (2, Irregular) Musical theater — its histori-cal, political, and economic foundations; sig-nificant milestones in opera; interrelationbetween the dramatic theater, opera, con-cert, and church music. Prerequisite: formusic majors, MUHL 280ab; for nonmusicmajors, MUHL 200x.

472ab Piano History and Literature (a: 2, Fa;b: 2, Sp) Solo piano literature; emphasis oncomposers’ influences, performance practicesand the development of the pianoforte. a: Late Baroque through Beethoven. b: Schu-bert to the present. Prerequisite: for musicmajors, MUHL 280ab; for nonmusic majors,MUHL 200x and departmental approval.


476 Music Criticism (2) Procedure and prac-tice in forming critical judgments of musicand in writing music criticism; practical jour-nalism; professional and community ethics.Prerequisite: for music majors, MUHL 280ab;for nonmusic majors, MUHL 200x.

479 Song Literature (2, max 4, FaSp) Songliterature of Italy, France, Germany, Russia,Norway, Sweden, England, America; compar-ative analysis of various composers and theirinfluence on song literature. Prerequisite: formusic majors, MUHL 280ab; for nonmusicmajors, MUHL 200x.

486 Jazz Masters of the 20th Century (2)Examination of major artists of the jazz tradition with emphasis on the innovators ofeach period. Detailed analysis of selectedrepertoire.


499 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, FaSpSm)Selected topics of current interest.

560 Studies in World Music (2, Sp) Theindigenous and transcultural musics of Africa,India, Indonesia, the Balkans, the Common-wealth of Independent States, the Far East,the Middle East, and Latin America. Prereq-uisite: MUHL 570.

570 Introduction to Graduate Study (2, FaSp) Basic bibliography, literature, andresearch techniques useful in graduate musicstudy. Required of all graduate studentsmajoring in music.

572 Seminar in Notation (3, Fa) Musicalnotation of the Middle Ages, the Renais-sance, and Baroque; transcriptions and scor-ing. Text abbreviations and translations; edi-torial practice. Problems of modern notation.Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

573 Music of the Middle Ages (2, Sp; 2 years, Sm) Chief musical developments inWestern Europe from the beginning of theChristian era to the middle of the 14th cen-tury. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

574 Music of the Renaissance (2, Sp; 2 years, Sm) Chief musical developments in Western Europe from the middle of the14th century to the end of the 16th. Prerequi-site: MUHL 570.

575 Music of the Baroque Era (2, Fa; 2 years, Sm) Styles, forms, composers, andcompositions of the Baroque era. Prerequisite:MUHL 570.

576 Music of the Classical Period (2, Sp; 2 years, Sm) Development of classical stylein symphonic music, opera, and chambermusic. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

577 Music of the 19th Century (2, Fa; 2 years, Sm) Vocal and instrumental music ofthe Romantic era from late Beethoventhrough Brahms. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

578 Music of the 20th Century (2, Sp; 2 years, Sm) Chief musical developments inWestern Europe and the Americas from 1890to the present. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

580 Historical Perspectives in Jazz (2) Chiefmusical developments in the principal stylesof Jazz from their inception to the present.Prerequisite: graduate standing or departmen-tal approval.

581 History of Music Theory from Antiquityto 1750 (2) Study of major writers and topicsin theoretical literature from antiquitythrough the early 18th century. Prerequisite:MUHL 570.

582 History of Music Theory from 1750 tothe Present (2) Study of major writers andtopics in theoretical literature from approxi-mately 1750 to the present. Prerequisite:MUHL 570.

583 Special Studies in Medieval Music (2, max 4, Irregular) Music problems andcomposers of the period. Specific emphasis tobe determined by the department. Prerequi-site: MUHL 570.

584 Special Studies in Renaissance Music (2, max 4, Irregular) Music problems andcomposers of the period. Specific emphasis tobe determined by the department. Prerequi-site: MUHL 570.

585 Special Studies in Baroque Music (2, max 6, Irregular) Music problems andcomposers of the period. Specific emphasis tobe determined by the department. Prerequi-site: MUHL 570.

586 Special Studies in the Music of theClassical Period, 1730-1800 (2, max 6, Irregular) Music problems and composers ofthe period. Specific emphasis to be deter-mined by the department. Prerequisite:MUHL 570.

587 Special Studies in the Music of the 19thCentury (2, max 6, Irregular) Music prob-lems and composers of the period. Specificemphasis to be determined by the depart-ment. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

588 Special Studies in Music of the 20thCentury (2, max 6, Irregular) Music prob-lems and composers of the period. Specificemphasis to be determined by the depart-ment. Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

589ab Seminar in the Repertory of EarlyMusic (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) In-depth study of musical sources and treatises for instru-ments, voice, and ensembles. Prerequisite:MUHL 570.

590 Directed Research (1-12, FaSpSm)Research leading to the master’s degree.Maximum units which may be applied to thedegree to be determined by the department.Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 and departmental approval.

594abz Master’s Thesis (2-2-0) Credit onacceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.

595 Seminar in Performance Practices (2, max 4) Scholarly preparation and authen-tic performance of music written before c. 1770. Ornamentation and improvisation,tunings and temperaments, early languagepronunciation, historical instruments, etc.Prerequisite: MUHL 570.

599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, Irregular)Selected topics of current interest.

683 Seminar in Medieval Music (2-3, max 6,Irregular) Problems and composers of theperiod; specific emphasis determined by thedepartment. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 anddepartmental approval.

684 Seminar in Renaissance Music (2-3, max 6, Irregular) Problems and com-posers of the period; specific emphasis deter-mined by the department. Prerequisite:MUHL 570 and departmental approval.

685 Seminar in Baroque Music (2-3, max 6,Irregular) Problems and composers of theperiod; specific emphasis determined by thedepartment. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 anddepartmental approval.

686 Seminar in Classical Music (2-3, max 6,Irregular) Problems and composers of theperiod; specific emphasis determined by thedepartment. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 anddepartmental approval.

687 Seminar in Romantic Music (2-3, max 6,Irregular) Problems and composers of theperiod; specific emphasis determined by thedepartment. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 anddepartmental approval.


688 Seminar in 20th-Century Music (2-3,max 6, Irregular) Problems and composers ofthe period; specific emphasis determined bythe department. Prerequisite: MUHL 570 anddepartmental approval.

695 Seminar in Music History (3, Sm)Chronological and systematic studies. Prereq-uisite: 12 units of graduate Music History andLiterature.

790 Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research lead-ing to the doctorate. Maximum units whichmay be applied to the degree to be deter-mined by the department. Graded CR/NC.Prerequisite: MUHL 570 and departmentalapproval.

794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0,FaSpSm) Credit on acceptance of disserta-tion. Graded IP/CR/NC.

MUSIC INDUSTRY (MUIN)

270 Introduction to the Music Industry (4, Sp) A survey of the music business withemphasis on distribution of recorded music,music publishing, performance rights soci-eties, record companies, agents, personalmanagers and contracts. Open to musicindustry majors and minors only.

275ab Recording Arts Workshop (4,-4, FaSp)Principles, techniques, and aesthetic possibil-ities of the recording studio chain and itsapplication to various media. Open to record-ing arts and music industry majors only.

280 Communications in the Music Industry(4) A survey of the music industry communi-cations including radio, television, film, satel-lite communications, records, compact disc,cassette, cable and any future forms of trans-mission and delivery systems.

286 Record Production Management (2, FaSp) Function of the record producer, stu-dio procedures, music business law, union rela-tions, artist management, copyright and pub-lishing agreements, record company structure.

291 The Mixing Console (2, Fa) Professionalmixing console design, layout, operation, micpreamps, switching, VCAs, automation, com-puterized recall. Prerequisite: MUIN 275b.

360 Introduction to Music Law (4) A studyof entertainment law with a focus on themusic industry. Areas of study include con-tracts, domestic practices, international prac-tices, copyright protection, trademarks. Pre-requisite: MUIN 270.

370 Distribution of Recorded Music andMusic Publishing (4, Sp) A survey of variousmethods used to distribute music to the pub-lic. Record distribution, manufacturing, retailoutlets, accounting, publishing and perfor-mance rights. Prerequisite: MUIN 360.

377 Microphones and Their Applications (2)An in-depth study of microphones and theirapplications including design, operation,polarity patterns and multi-micing in locationand studio situations. Prerequisite: MUIN 291.

379ab Recording Studio Theory (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Basic electronic concepts needed tounderstand operational parameters of a state-of-the-art recording studio; schematics, inter-face, capacitance, resistance, and problemsolving. Prerequisite: MUIN 275b.

380 Tape and Tape Recorders (2, Fa) Profes-sional analog tape recorders and tape includ-ing tape composition, formats, head design,logic, and locator design and operation. Prerequisite: MUIN 275b.

385 Radio in the Music Industry (4, Fa)A survey of radio; its operation and effect onthe music industry. Topics include advertis-ing, playlists, program direction, FCC, net-works, news, promotion, payola and formatdevelopment.

389 Digital Equipment and Recording (2, Fa)Digital equipment including computers,sequencers, digital signal processors, digitalsynthesizers, MIDI, and rotary and stationarydigital recording. Prerequisite: MUIN 275b.

392ab Acoustics and Speaker Design (2-2, FaSp) Principles of acoustics relating tostudio construction, wall treatment and fur-nishings; natural reverberation, speaker mate-rials, passive and active crossovers, and timealignment. Prerequisite: MUIN 291.

425 Live Music Production and Promotion (4)A survey of the presentation of the live musi-cal experience. Both classical and popularconcert presentation will be examinedincluding venue selection, promotion andsecurity.

430 Artist Management and Development(4) A study of issues relating to the personalmanagement of music artists including nego-tiating contracts, image, career development,agents, touring, merchandising, fees andduties.

435 Manufacture and Distribution of Musi-cal Products (4, Sp) An in-depth study ofmusical instrument manufacture and distribu-tion in the United States. Topics coveredinclude sheet music, instrument rentals,lessons and band operations.

440 Arts Management (4, Fa) A survey ofthe management of non-profit and for-profitarts organizations with emphasis on funding,donor development tax status and promotion.

442 Operation of the Radio Studio (2, Fa)An in-depth study of radio studio technicaloperations. Topics include consoles, micro-phones, transmission considerations, net-works, satellites, and digital and analog pro-duction situations. Prerequisite: MUIN 275ab.

443 Supervision of Music for Television andFilm (4, Sp) Introduction to music designedfor synchronization to picture including his-tory of music in cinema, music editing, super-vision, performance rights licensing, produc-tion and music scoring procedures. Prerequi-site: MUIN 270.

445 International Music Industry (4, Sp) Asurvey of international operations of music dis-tribution, publishing, touring, law, promotion,customs and practices. Prerequisite: MUIN 370.

446ab Computer Assisted Recording andEditing (2-2, FaSp) Techniques and applica-tions of recording and editing sound on per-sonal computers. Hardware, software, editingfor song, sound effects and dialog for film.

447 Radio Management (4, Fa) An in-depthstudy of radio management includingstaffing, revenue management, programdevelopment, communications, regulationsand international networking. Prerequisite:MUIN 385.

450 Practicum in Music Industry Issues(Internship) (2-4, max 8, FaSp) Field applica-tion of music industry theories and practices;part-time employment. Project jointlydefined by student, employer and professor.Junior or senior standing. Graded CR/NC.Prerequisite: MUIN 370.

475abx Recording Arts Workshop (a: 2-4, Fa;b: 2-4, Sp) Principles, techniques, and aes-thetic possibilities of the recording studiochain and its application to various media.Not available for credit to recording arts ormusic industry majors.

476ab Advanced Sound Reinforcement (2-2, FaSp) Special problems of multimediamixing with simultaneous audio re-processingfor live performance situations including rig-ging, house mix, monitor mix, venues andpower distribution.

477 Remote Recording Techniques (2, Sp)Special problems of location recording; spe-cialized equipment; microphone design andoperation. Prerequisite: MUIN 380.


478 Advanced Multichannel Remix (2-4)Special problems of multichannel remixingwith simultaneous audio re-processing.Album, film, television and multimedia for-mats will be covered. Prerequisite: MUIN 291,MUIN 380.

488ab Recording Studio Maintenance (2-2)Fundamentals needed to perform mainte-nance on professional audio equipmentincluding trouble-shooting, interface, andalignment procedures. Prerequisite: MUIN 475ab.

493 Audio Signal Processing Equipment (2, FaSp) Principles and design characteristicsof digital and analog signal processing equip-ment including plate and digital reverbs, syn-chronizers, digital editing systems and mas-tering systems. Prerequisite: MUIN 291,MUIN 380.

494 Classical Music Recording (4, FaSm)Principles of classical music recording withemphasis on history, equipment, techniques,and locations. Differences in orchestral,choral, opera, and small ensemble recording.

499 Special Topics (2, max 8) Selected topicsof current interest.

570 The Music Industry (4, FaSpSm) A grad-uate level survey of the music business withemphasis on distribution of recorded music,music publishing, performance rights soci-eties, musical products and live music.

PERFORMANCE (MUPF )

120ab Beginning Pop/Rock Guitar (2-2,FaSpSm) Introduction to the performancetechnique of pop and rock guitar, exploringrepertoire by groups such as the Beatles,Metallica, Led Zeppelin, Nirvana, and theStones, as well as acquiring valuable musictheory fundamentals. Beginning and interme-diate levels.

124ab Beginning Guitar (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp)a: Playing of accompaniments and melodies;note reading and basic musicianship. b: Ele-mentary arranging techniques and solo guitarplaying.

141 Class Voice (2, max 4, FaSp) Introduc-tion to the fundamental principles of singing:breath control, tone production, diction, andthe use of appropriate song material.

150abcd Beginning Piano (2-2-2-2, FaSp)Techniques of performance, note reading,and basic musicianship. Not open to musicmajors.

153 Individual Instruction (1, 2, or 4, max 8,FaSpSm)

158 Guitarists in the U.S. (2) Study of thelives and music of influential guitarists; analy-sis of musical and technical details. Open toall university students.

159 Functional Skills for Studio Guitarists I(2) Study of technique, theory and aural skillsas applied to guitar; fingerboard organizationof melodic and chordal topics; sight reading.

160ab Functional Skills for KeyboardMajors I (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Sight-reading andprinciples of style as related to intermediateliterature; c-clef and open score reading;improvisation and functional harmony. Intro-duction to standard reference works, periodi-cals. Required of all keyboard majors.

163abcd Beginning Harp (2-2-2-2, FaSp)Basic instruction in the fundamentals of soloharp playing, note reading, and basic musi-cianship. Open to music and non-musicmajors.

170ab Introduction to Piano Repertoire andPerformance (a: 1, Fa; b: 1, Sp) Survey ofbasic piano repertoire and styles through lec-ture, discussion, and performance. a: LateBaroque through Beethoven; b: Schubert tothe present. Prerequisite: piano performancemajor status or departmental approval.

174 Fundamentals of Music Technology (2)Introductory microphone technique, signalprocessing, and computer literacy for musicalperformers.

180 Techniques of Jazz Improvisation (2, max 4) Development of improvisationalskills through instrumental performance.

201 Individual Instruction (1 or 2, max 8,FaSpSm) Secondary instrument for lowerdivision students. Will not substitute forMUPF 153 or MUPF 253.

218ab Afro-Latin Percussion Instruments (2-2) Instruction in the performance of per-cussion instruments associated with African,South American, and Caribbean music tradi-tions, with special emphasis on adaptation tojazz music.

220 Performance Forum (1, max 4, FaSp) Aseries of meetings for all music students,dealing with practical matters related to pro-fessional careers in music. Graded CR/NC.

241 Intermediate Class Voice (2, max 4, FaSp)Continued development of the fundamentalsof singing, diction, and repertoire building.Prerequisite: MUPF 141 or departmentalapproval.

250ab Keyboard Instruction I (2-2, FaSp)Beginning and elementary instruction;emphasis on reading skills, harmonization,transposition, score reading; group instructionin a keyboard laboratory facility.

252 Individual Instrument PerformanceClass I (1, max 4, FaSp) Solo and orchestrarepertoire, professional preparation, reedmaking, and other matters appropriate togroup study. Required of all first and secondyear wind and percussion majors each semes-ter in residence.


257 Classical Guitar Performance Class (2, max 8, FaSp) Technical problems; soloand ensemble literature; interpretation; pro-fessional preparation. Required of first andsecond year Classical Guitar majors eachsemester in residence.

258 Functional Skills for Studio Guitarists II(2, max 4, FaSp) Melodic and chordal topicsapplied to the total fingerboard; successfulcompletion required for junior standing. Prerequisite: MUPF 159.

260ab Functional Skills for Keyboard MajorsII (2-2, FaSp) Sight-reading and principles ofstyle as related to lower advanced literature;extended score reading; improvisation andfunctional harmony. Mini-survey; basic key-board literature. Prerequisite: MUPF 160b.

262 Double Bass Performance Class (1, max 4, FaSp) Study of solo and orchestrarepertoire, professional preparation, andteaching techniques. Required of all first andsecond year double bass majors each semes-ter in residence. Prerequisite: music major ordepartmental approval.

263 Harp Performance Class (1, max 4, FaSp)Study of solo and orchestra repertoire, profes-sional preparation, and teaching technique.Required of all first and second year harpmajors each semester in residence. Prerequi-site: music major or departmental approval.

303 Operatic Stage Training I (2, max 8,FaSp) Use of dramatic techniques in theinterpretation and performance of music.Basic acting for the operatic stage; move-ment, improvisation, makeup; period dancesand techniques of relaxation.

311 Vocal Jazz Techniques (2, max 4) Devel-opment of skills needed for the professionalvocal jazz musician. Study of the standardjazz repertoire, vocal improvisation, leadsheet writing, and working with rhythm sec-tions. Prerequisite: MUPF 180 or departmentalapproval.


328ab Improvisation and Arranging forGuitar (3-3) Principles of improvisation andimpromptu arranging; comparison and appli-cation of techniques and musical styles of thevarious kinds of guitars and related frettedinstruments.

341 Keyboard Skills for Improvisors (2)Reading skills related to jazz accompanying;“fake” books, chord progressions commonlyused in jazz. Prerequisite: MUPF 250ab ordepartmental approval.

350ab Keyboard Instruction II (2-2, FaSp)Intermediate and advanced instruction;development of skills necessary for profi-ciency examinations. Group and individual-ized instruction in a keyboard laboratoryfacility. Prerequisite: MUPF 250b.


358 Performance Practices for Studio Guitarists (2, max 4) Rehearsal procedures;stage deportment; interpretation of solo andensemble literature; preparation for recitalsand professional performance. Prerequisite:MUPF 258.

360ab Accompanying (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp)Techniques of vocal and instrumental accompanying.

390 Special Problems (1-4, Irregular) Super-vised, individual studies. No more than oneregistration permitted. Enrollment by peti-tion only.

401 Individual Instruction (1 or 2, max 8,FaSpSm) Secondary instrument for upperdivision or graduate students. Will not substi-tute for MUPF 353, MUPF 453, MUPF 553,or MUPF 653.

402 Musical Theatre Workshop (2, max 8,Irregular) Stylistic and technical features ofdramatic and musical elements involved inperformance of American musical and stan-dard operetta repertoire; staging of scenes.Prerequisite: departmental approval.

403 Operatic Stage Training II (2, max 8,FaSp) Continuation of MUPF 303. Acting ofoperatic roles in different periods and styles;specific recital and audition techniques.

404 Word and Music in Opera (2, max 8,Irregular) Performance class for singers andpianists; analysis of recitatives, arias, andensembles of various operatic styles; study ofthe technique of effective musical delivery.By audition only.

405 USC Opera (2, max 12, FaSp) Prepara-tion, rehearsal, and performance of operaticworks and excerpts; study of different oper-atic styles; public appearances. By auditiononly.

406 Opera Coaching Techniques (2, max 8,Irregular) Score study for pianists, coaches,and conductors; role analysis; transcriptiontechniques for one or two pianos of anorchestral score.

407 Directing for the Operatic Stage (2, max 8, FaSp) Various approaches to oper-atic style; basic blocking; stage management.Student direction of scenes produced in USCOpera.

410 Movement Training for Musicians (2, max 4, FaSp) Movement training for musi-cians, stressing body awareness and controlthrough a combination of dance and mind/body techniques. Includes alignment, energyflow, relaxation techniques, music/movementcoordination.

415 Studio Guitar Pedagogy (2) Teachingtechniques and literature; function of thehands; acoustical properties of instruments.

417 Classical Guitar Pedagogy (2) Teachingtechniques and literature; function of thehands; acoustical properties of instruments.

419m The Jazz Experience: Myths and Culture (4, FaSp) An examination of themusic, culture, and mythology of jazzrevealed through the study of jazz fiction,film, poetry, and recorded examples.

422 The Beatles: Their Music and TheirTimes (4) Music, lyrics, recordings, produc-tion techniques, career strategy, social ramifi-cations, and especially the technologicalimpact of the musical group known as theBeatles.

423 Classic Rock: Popular Music of the Six-ties and Seventies (2) Critical examination ofthe lyrics, structure, associated mythology,technology, and evolving styles of popularmusic reflecting the turbulent societalchanges during the Sixties and Seventies.

431ab Piano Pedagogy: Introduction andPracticum (2-2, FaSp) The learning process atthe keyboard; pedagogy and methodology ofbeginning methods. Studio/group instruction:children/adults. MUPF 431a: survey and obser-vation. MUPF 431b: practice teaching: begin-ners. Prerequisite: MUPF 253, MUPF 260b.

435 Technology of the Pianoforte andHarpsichord (3, Irregular) Analysis of techni-cal innovations and maintenance of thepianoforte and harpsichord as related to musi-cal performance.

438 Vocal Pedagogy (2, Fa) Voice physiologyand function. (Duplicates credit in formerMUPF 441a.)

439 Vocal Pedagogy Practicum (2, Sp) Peda-gogical approaches and methodology; practiceteaching. (Duplicates credit in former MUPF 441b.) Prerequisite: MUPF 438.

442ab Diction (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp) Principlesof pronunciation and enunciation; use ofinternational phonetic alphabet. a: Frenchand Italian. b: German and English.

443 Cantata and Oratorio (2, 2 years, Fa)Historical survey of literature, style and per-formance practice; emphasis on performingsolo and small ensemble sections of largerworks.

450 Collegium Workshop (1, max 8, FaSp)Study and rehearsal of music of the MiddleAges, Renaissance, and Baroque; technique,interpretation, improvisation, and ornamenta-tion. Open to all students.

451 Advanced Jazz Improvisation (2, max 4, Sp) Development of advancedimprovisational skills, including Lydian-chromatic and bi-modal techniques, throughinstrumental performance. Prerequisite: juniorstanding and departmental approval.

452 Individual Instrument PerformanceClass II (1, max 4, FaSp) Solo and orchestrarepertoire, professional preparation, reedmaking, and other matters appropriate togroup study. Required of all third and fourthyear wind and percussion majors each semes-ter in residence.


457 Classical Guitar Performance Class (2, max 8, FaSp) Technical problems; soloand ensemble literature. Required of all thirdand fourth year classical guitar majors eachsemester in residence.

458 Current Electric Guitar Styles (2) Analy-sis and performance of music and techniquescurrently in use in the recording, TV andmotion picture studios; includes study ofrecordings, videos and guitar equipment. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

460 Advanced Accompanying (2, max 4,FaSp) Continuation of MUPF 360ab. Prereq-uisite: MUPF 360b.


462 Double Bass Performance Class (1, max 8, FaSp) Continuation of MUPF 262.Required of all third and fourth year doublebass majors each semester in residence. Prereq-uisite: music major or departmental approval.

463 Harp Performance Class (1, max 8, FaSp)Continuation of MUPF 263. Required of allthird and fourth year harp majors each semes-ter in residence. Prerequisite: music major ordepartmental approval.

465ab Organ Class I (2-2) Mechanics oforgan construction; literature and perfor-mance practices of various national and his-torical schools; service playing; pedagogy.

466ab Organ Class II (2-2) Continuation ofMUPF 465ab.

471ab String Pedagogy (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp)Survey of teaching literature; techniques ofteaching beginning, intermediate, andadvanced students.

472 Orchestra Repertoire — Strings (1, max 8, FaSp) Orchestral literature forstring players, covering a broad spectrum ofthe repertoire; emphasis on preparation forauditions.

476ab Advanced Electronic Studio Tech-niques (2-4; 2-4) a: Digital devices and spe-cialized audio processing modules applied toelectronic music. Prerequisite: MUPF 474b. b: Continuation of MUPF 476a. Emphasis onindividual projects.

481 Interpretation of Baroque Music (2, max 6, FaSp) Repertoire and performancepractice in music of the period: style, phras-ing, embellishments, dynamics, tempi. Per-formance in class of solo and ensembleworks, instrumental and vocal.

482 Interpretation of Classic, Romantic, and20th Century Wind and Percussion Music(2) Analysis and performance of 18th, 19th,and 20th century ensemble music, octetthrough symphonic band; historical perspec-tives of instruments including technicaldevelopments.



520 Special Studies in Solo Repertoire forPiano (2, max 12, FaSp) Historical, stylisticand pedagogical aspects of solo repertoire.Special emphasis to be determined by thedepartment.

540 Special Studies in Vocal Literature (2, max 6, Sp) Art song, concert and operaticrepertoire. Emphasis to be determined bythe department.

541 Comparative Vocal Pedagogy (2, 2 years, Sp) Survey of pedagogicalsources from early 17th century to present;major historic figures, terminologies andmethods; relevance to modern-day singingand teaching practice.

544 Acoustics of Speech and Singing Pro-duction (2, Irregular) Acoustic properties ofphonation and articulation in speech andsinging production; survey of experimentalliterature; suggestions for practical applicationof knowledge.


557 Advanced Classical Guitar PerformanceClass (1, max 4) Study of advanced classicalguitar solo and ensemble literature; interpre-tation; professional preparation and other top-ics appropriate for group study. Prerequisite:bachelor’s degree with music major; principalinstrument, classical guitar.

558 Advanced Studio Guitar PerformanceClass (1, max 4) Study of advanced studioguitar and ensemble literature; interpretation;professional preparation and other topicsappropriate for group study. Prerequisite: bach-elor’s degree with music major; principalinstrument, studio guitar.

560 Song Interpretation Master Class (2, max 12, FaSp) For advanced singers andpianists.

561 Chamber Music Interpretation MasterClass (2, max 12, FaSp) For advancedpianists and instrumentalists.

588 Special Studies in Jazz Performance (2, max 6) Performance problems, composersand/or stylistic analysis of music from thejazz idiom. Specific emphasis to be deter-mined by the Jazz Studies department. Pre-requisite: graduate standing or departmentalapproval.

590 Directed Research (1-12, FaSpSm)Research leading to the master’s degree.Maximum units which may be applied to thedegree to be determined by the department.Graded CR/NC.

650 Collegium Directing (2, max 4) Practicaltraining in the direction of a CollegiumMusicum or other early music ensemble; pro-gram planning, repertory search and prepara-tion, historical instrumentation and arranging,rehearsal procedure, improvisational tech-niques, and maintenance of instruments.

653 Performance (1, 2, or 4, max 12,FaSpSm) Individual or master class instruc-tion for D.M.A. Performance majors.

688 Special Topics in Jazz Performance (2, max 4, Fa) Examination and analysis ofsolo and compositional repertory of the jazzidiom through transcription and comparativeresearch. Specific emphasis to be determinedby the Jazz Studies department.

MUSIC THEORY AND COMPOSIT ION(MUTC)

101x Fundamentals of Music Theory (2, FaSp) An introductory course in musictheory required for those majors in need ofremedial training, and available to the generalstudent who wishes to develop music writingskills. Music majors assigned to MUTC 101xmust enroll concurrently in the Aural Skillsprogram (MUTC 132ab sequence). Not avail-able for credit for music majors. Recommendedpreparation: ability to read music.

130abx Basics of Music Theory (a: 3, Fa; b: 3, Sp) Introduction to music theory formusic minors; scales, intervals, principles ofcommon practice harmony; melodic, har-monic, and structural analysis; 20th centurydevelopments. Not available for credit toB.M. majors.

132ab Aural Skills I (a: 1, Fa; b: 1, Sp)Sight-singing, dictation, related keyboardapplication.

133ab Theory I (a: 3, Fa; b: 3, Sp) a: Nota-tion, scales, intervals; introduction to counter-point; harmonic principles of the commonpractice period; analysis, written work. b: Continuation of MUTC 133a; elements of form; application of analysis to perfor-mance. Concurrent registration in Aural Skills required.

135 Counterpoint I (2, Sp) The study of thetechniques of modal counterpoint; exercisesin two-, three- and four-part writing in 16thcentury style. Prerequisite: MUTC 133a.

137ab Introduction to Composition (2-2, FaSp) Beginning exercises in compo-sition, study and class discussion of assignedscores and recordings.

200ab Jazz Styles Analysis (2-2) Theoreticalskills and analytical techniques related to jazzstyles from Dixieland to the present. a: Stylesthrough Progressive Swing. b: Bebop to thepresent.


220 Composition Forum I (1, max 2, FaSp)Performance and discussion of student com-positions; guest composers and lecturers; spe-cial events. Required for all first and secondyear Theory-Composition majors. GradedCR/NC.

221abx Composition for Non-Majors (2-2, FaSp) Introduction to the compositionof concert music, involving set exercises aswell as free composition, and the study anddiscussion of assigned scores and recordings.Intended for interested, qualified studentsnot majoring in composition. Not availablefor credit to theory and composition majors.Prerequisite: MUTC 130bx, MUTC 133b ordepartmental approval.

232ab Aural Skills II (a: 1, Fa; b: 1, Sp) Con-tinuation of MUTC 132ab.

233ab Theory II (a: 3, Fa; b: 3, Sp) a: Analy-sis of representative pieces from the classicand romantic periods; exercises in composi-tion. b: Survey of 20th century developments;composition utilizing 20th century tech-niques. Prerequisite: MUTC 133b.

235 Counterpoint II (2, Sp) Studies in tonalcounterpoint; two-, three- and four-part coun-terpoint in 18th century style; polyphonic vari-ations; inventions. Prerequisite: MUTC 236.

236 Orchestration I (2, Fa) Introduction tothe principles of instrumentation; rangestechniques, timbres; transpositions of orches-tral instruments; beginning exercises inorchestration. Prerequisite: MUTC 135.

237ab Composition I (4-4, FaSp) Composi-tion in shorter forms, continuation of scoreanalysis and listening assignments. Prerequi-site: MUTC 137b or departmental approval.

250 Songwriting I (2, FaSp) Development ofmusical and lyrical skills, composing, listen-ing, analysis, and critiques of popular originalmusic.

252 Songwriting II: Arranging and Perform-ing (2, FaSp) Continuation of Songwriting Iwith emphasis on development of arrange-ments and performance of original popularmusic in preparation for songwriting show-cases. Prerequisite: MUTC 250 or departmen-tal approval.

254 Songwriting III: Demo Production (2, FaSp) Music arranging and recording oforiginal songs for demonstration purposesincluding mixing, editing, functions of midiand production techniques. Prerequisite:MUTC 252 or departmental approval.

300 Theory Review (1, FaSpSm) Review ofmaterials covered in Theory I and II. For stu-dents whose entrance examination in musictheory indicates the need for further study.

320 Composition Forum II (1, max 2, FaSp)Continuation of MUTC 220. Required of allthird year composition majors.

332ab Aural Skills III (a: 1, Fa; b: 1, Sp) Con-tinuation of MUTC 232ab.

333 Aural Skills Review (1, FaSp) Review ofthe materials covered in Aural Skills I, II, andIII. For students whose entrance examinationin aural skills indicates the need for furtherstudy.

334ab Analytical Techniques (2-2, FaSp)Selected analytical topics. Prerequisite: MUTC232b and MUTC 233b.

336ab Orchestration II (a: 2, Fa; b: 2, Sp)Intermediate exercises in orchestration,including scoring for chamber ensembles andorchestra; study of the history of orchestra-tion. (Duplicates credit in MUTC 436a.)Prerequisite: MUTC 235 or MUTC 338x.

337ab Composition II (2-2, FaSp) Continua-tion of MUTC 237; composition in largerforms. Prerequisite: MUTC 237b.

338x Elementary Orchestration (2, Fa)Range, techniques, timbre, transposition oforchestral instruments; exercises in orchestra-tion. Not available for credit to Theory andComposition majors. Prerequisite: MUTC 232band MUTC 233b.

339 Orchestration Review (1, FaSm) Reviewof materials covered in elementary orchestra-tion; for students whose entrance examina-tion in orchestration indicates a need for fur-ther study.

341 Counterpoint Review (1, SpSm) Reviewof materials covered in tonal counterpoint.For students whose entrance examination incounterpoint indicates the need for furtherstudy. For graduate students only.

342ab Aural Skills for Improvisors (1-1, FaSp)Sight-singing and dictation applied to jazzrepertoire. Vocalization of modal and syn-thetic jazz scales and chordal qualities. Prereq-uisite: MUTC 132b, MUTC 200ab or depart-mental approval.

347 Jazz Composition (2, max 4) Composingin the jazz medium.

360 Music Notation and Copying (1) Devel-opment of skills in music calligraphy.

370ab Arranging for the Recording Media(2-2) Arranging and composing for studiorecording ensembles. Prerequisite: departmen-tal approval.


400 Arranging for Jazz Ensemble (2) Scor-ing for jazz ensemble with emphasis on writ-ing for sections of like and mixed instru-ments as well as full ensemble.

406ab Contemporary Notation (2-2) Notat-ing new music; study and comparison of rep-resentative scores.

420 Composition Forum III (1, max 2, FaSp)Continuation of MUTC 320. Required for allfourth year composition majors.

421abx Composition for Non-Majors II (2-2,FaSp) Continuation of MUTC 221abx. Notavailable for credit to theory and compositionmajors. Prerequisite: MUTC 221bx or depart-mental approval.

425 Instrumental Music of Debussy andRavel (2) Critical examination of the piano,chamber, and orchestral scores; comparison ofstyles, techniques and aesthetics of these“Impressionist” composers. Prerequisite:MUTC 336a or MUTC 338x; MUHL 280b.

432ab Advanced Theory (1 or 2; 1 or 2)Special problems in music theory.

434ab Advanced Analytical Techniques I (2-2) Analysis of extended works in the largerforms. Prerequisite: MUTC 237b.

435 Counterpoint III (2, Fa) Canon and fugue;19th and 20th century developments. Prereq-uisite: MUTC 336b.

436 Orchestration III (2, Sp) Continuation ofOrchestration II. Prerequisite: MUTC 336ab.

437ab Composition III (2-2, FaSp) Individualinstruction in composition; preparation forsenior recital. Not intended for SMPTV stu-dents. Prerequisite: MUTC 337b.

438 Arranging for Marching Band (2) Fun-damental concepts; instrumental capabilities;notation; color and scoring; modulation; per-cussion writing. Prerequisite: MUTC 336b orMUTC 338x.

439 Band Arranging (2, max 4) Characteris-tics and use of individual instruments; writingfor separate choirs; chamber and solo writing;scoring piano, organ, and orchestral music forband. Prerequisite: MUTC 237b, MUTC 336bor MUTC 338x.


440ab Composition for Films and Television(2-2) Planning, timing, composing, and orches-trating music for dramatic and documentaryfilms and television programs. Prerequisite:MUTC 336b or MUTC 338x, MUTC 337b.

441 Choral Arranging (1 or 2, max 4) Prac-tice in arranging and composing for chorus.Prerequisite: MUTC 340x or MUTC 237b.

442ab Film Music Production (2-2) Thiscourse encompasses the entire preparationand recording of music for a motion picture.Prerequisite: departmental approval.

443ab Film Score Analysis (2-2) A chronolog-ical and analytical study of motion picturescore literature. Prerequisite: departmentalapproval.

470 Electroacoustic Composition (2) Elec-tronic music for the composer: history ofmeans and styles, aesthetic issues and practi-cal problems, computer usages, bibliographyand repertoire. Recommended preparation:MUEA 474a.



520 Composition Forum IV (1, max 2, FaSp)Continuation of MUTC 420. Graded CR/NC.

522ab Film Orchestration (2-2, FaSp) Scor-ing for chamber ensembles and orchestra,with an emphasis on unusual musical combi-nations used in films and television.

523ab Electronic Music for Film (2-2, FaSp)The use of synthesizers in full electronicscores as well as in conjunction with theacoustic orchestra; incorporates keyboard,EW1, EB1, and electronic guitar synthesizers.

532ab Musical Analysis (2-2) a: Survey ofapproaches to analysis. Emphasis on majorforms and procedures of the tonal period. b: 20th century approaches to organization ofpitch, rhythm, texture, form, etc.

533ab Analysis of Tonal Music (2-2) Surveyof systematic approaches to musical analysisand their application to selected tonal works.Prerequisite: MUTC 434b or the equivalent.

534ab Analysis of Post-Tonal Music (2-2)Analytic methods and applications to selected20th century works. Prerequisite: MUTC 434b.

536 Advanced Orchestration I (1 or 2, max4, FaSp) Continuation of Orchestration IIIwith emphasis on contemporary techniques.Prerequisite: MUTC 436b.

537 Advanced Composition I (1 or 2, max 8)For graduates with evidence of preparationfor advanced work. Prerequisite: MUTC 437b.

540 Readings in the Theory of Music (2)Survey of major theoretical writings through-out history, focusing on recurrent questionsand major lines of development. Prerequisite:MUTC 434b, MUHL 280b, MUHL 385b.

545ab Advanced Film Composition (2-2, FaSp) The technique of fragmenteddevelopment of musical themes necessary in film composition.

547 Jazz Composition (2, max 4, Fa) Appli-cation of theoretical and compositional tech-niques used in jazz to written music. Analysisand performance of historical and contempo-rary examples will be included.

550 Teaching Music Theory (2) Comparativestudy of curricula, text materials, and teach-ing strategies in music theory.


592 Selected Topics in Graduate Composi-tion (2, max 8, Irregular) Seminar for gradu-ate students in composition that addressesaesthetic, technical and analytical issues froma composer’s perspective. Open only to The-ory and Composition majors.

594abz Master’s Thesis (2-2-0) Credit onacceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.

599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8) Seminars inselected areas of study.

633ab Advanced Analysis of Tonal Music(2-2) Continuation of MUTC 533ab.

634ab Advanced Analysis of Post-TonalMusic (2-2) Continuation of MUTC 534ab.

636 Advanced Orchestration II (1 or 2, max4, FaSp) Continuation of Advanced Orches-tration I with emphasis on historical survey oforchestral compositions and advanced orches-tration projects. Prerequisite: MUTC 536.

637 Advanced Composition II (1 or 2, max 4)Continuation of MUTC 537. For studentsholding the M.M. degree in composition. Pre-requisite: MUTC 537.

737 Advanced Composition III (1 or 2, max 8)Continuation of MUTC 637. Prerequisite:MUTC 536, MUTC 637.


794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0)Credit on acceptance of dissertation. GradedIP/CR/NC.

Documents

USC Thornton School of Musiccataloguepubs.usc.edu/cat99/pdf/21_Music.pdf · USC Thornton School of Music S ... Classical Guitar Music Faculty Building 305 (213) ... Sight reading