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Music Theory Emphasis

Music Theory Emphasis 10 units
The music theory emphasis provides students who wish to work in the field of music composition, arranging, orchestrating, and multimedia scoring with skills necessary for entry level positions or advanced study.
Course Number Name Units Offered Recommended Year
MUS 321Counterpoint 3 S Junior or Senior
MUS 423Orchestration3 C Junior or Senior
Select remaining units from:
MUS 323Arranging I*2 C Junior or Senior
MUS 421Interpretive Arranging*2 On demand Junior or Senior
MUS 422Music Composition*2 S Junior or Senior
MUS 424Projects in Music Theory*2 On demand Junior or Senior
MUS 427Form and Analysis* 2 F Junior or Senior
MUS 428Arranging II* 2 S Junior or Senior
*Elective courses

Course Requirements Legend:
C = every semester (continuous)
F = every fall
S = every spring
EF = even number falls
ES = even number springs
OF = odd number falls
OS = odd number springs

Note: This information is current for the 2007-08 academic year. To view 2008-09 program information, visit the Academic Catalogs page. For additional information, please contact the appropriate office.
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