Composition/Music Theory, Minor
Specific Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses | ||
| MUS 180 | Introduction to Composition (four semesters, 1 hour each: 1-1-1-1) | 4 |
| MUS 438 | Composition Recital | 2 |
| MUS 350 | Theory V | 2 |
| Select one of the following: | 2 | |
MUS 351 | 2 | |
MUS 352 | 2 | |
MUS 353 | 2 | |
| Electives | ||
| Select 8 credits from the following: | 8 | |
| Vocal Techniques and Diction | 1 | |
| Introduction to Composition (additional semesters beyond core) | 1 | |
| Percussion Techniques | 1 | |
| Woodwind Techniques | 1 | |
| String Techniques | 1 | |
| Brass Techniques | 1 | |
| Advanced Conducting | 2 | |
Advanced Music Theory courses (not taken for core) | 2-6 | |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Music majors completing minors in Music Technology, Composition/Theory, Jazz Studies, or Organ Performance must complete a minimum of 18 hours beyond required courses of the BA-Music (General Emphasis) degree, to include required hours in the minor and any electives beyond major and minor degree requirements.