Music Education, Vocal/General, K-12 Licensure (MUSVA.BME)

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School of Music

Provides the pedagogical and musical training necessary for students planning to pursue careers as music teachers or choir directors in elementary or secondary schools. The program meets the Tennessee Department of Education’s requirements for K-12 music education certification.

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General Education Requirements - Total Hours: 41

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Students majoring in Music Education will take ONLY ONE Humanities course: HUMN-201 Foundations of Western Culture.

Specialty Area Requirements

MUSG-286 Piano Proficiency Examination Credit Hours: 0 Requires enrollment in piano according to placement unless waived by initial exam. Must enroll in piano every semester until successfully completed.Applied Study - Primary Instrument - Voice (7 semesters) Credit Hours: 7 MUSA 100VOL Voice Seminar - (7 semesters)Applied Study - Secondary Instrument (2 semesters) Credit Hours: 2 Until all proficiency exams are passed, the secondary instrument must be piano, and may be fulfilled by class or applied piano as assigned.Performance Ensemble Requirements (10)?Required (6) semesters MUSE-101CU Choral Union ORMUSE-101LC ChoraleElective (4) semesters Any other vocal or instrumental ensemble(s)

MUST 111 - Materials of Music Credit Hours: 3

A course in which students learn to use the basic elements of music: intervals, chords, and scales.A grade of "C-" is required to meet the requirements for a music major or minor.

Prerequisites

A minimum grade of "C-" in MUST- 101 and MUST-102 or appropriate score on Music Theory Placement Exam
MUST 112 - Aural Skills I Credit Hours: 1

Practice and training in application of aural skills. A grade of "C-" is required to meet the requirements for a music major or minor.

Prerequisites

A minimum grade of "C-" in MUST 101 and MUST 102 or appropriate score on Music Theory Placement Exam
MUST 121 - Music Theory II Credit Hours: 3

Continued study of the materials of music that emphasizes writing and analysis of music of the common practice period. A grade of "C-" is required to meet the requirements for a music major or minor.

Prerequisites

A minimum grade of "C-" in MUST-111 and MUST-112
MUST 122 - Aural Skills II Credit Hours: 1

Further practice and training in application of aural skills. A grade of "C-" is required to meet the requirements for a music major or minor.

Prerequisites

A minimum grade of "C-" in MUST-111 and MUST-112
MUST 231 - Music Theory III Credit Hours: 3

Continued study of the materials of music emphasizing writing and analysis of chromatic harmonies. A grade of "C-" is required to meet the requirements for a music major or minor.

Prerequisites

A minimum grade of "C-" in MUST-121 and MUST-122
MUST 232 - Aural Skills III Credit Hours: 1

Further practice and training in application of aural and sightsinging skills; special emphasis is given to chromaticism, triplets, and sequences. A grade of "C-" is required to meet the requirements for a music major or minor.

Prerequisites

A minimum grade of "C-" in MUST-121, MUST-122, and MUSG-111 or their equivalents.
MUST 241 - Music Theory IV Credit Hours: 3

Continued study of the materials of music including an introduction to counterpoint, form and 20th-century techniques. A grade of "C-" is required to meet the requirements for a music major or minor.

Prerequisites

A minimum grade of "C-" in MUST-231 and MUST-232
MUST 242 - Aural Skills IV Credit Hours: 1

Further practice and training in application of aural skills. A grade of "C-" is required to meet the requirements for a music major or minor.

Prerequisites

A minimum grade of "C-" in MUST-231 and MUST-232
MUSB 135 - Music Technology Credit Hours: 1

An introduction to using the computer in music.  Includes rudimentary applications of Finale and ProTools to create short projects.

Prerequisites

MUST 111 and MUST 112 as a music major or permission of the instructor
MUED 226 - Introduction to Instrumental Music Credit Hours: 2

An introductory survey of orchestral instruments focusing on developing a functional knowledge of wind, string, fretted and percussion instruments. Basic skills are emphasized through hands-on instruction.

Prerequisites

None
MUCO 330 - Fundamentals of Conducting Credit Hours: 2

Basic techniques of conducting simple and complex beat patterns, use of the left hand for cuing and introductory baton techniques.

Prerequisites

A minimum grade of C in MUST- 121 and MUST-122
MUCO 331 - Advanced Choral Conducting Credit Hours: 2

A continuation of Fundamentals of Conducting focusing on choral music.

Prerequisites

MUCO-330; a minimum grade of C in MUST-231 and MUST-232
MUHL 212 - Music History: 1700 - 1850 Credit Hours: 3

A study of the history of significant trends in the history of Western music and musical styles in their social, political and historical contexts from c. 1700 to 1850.  The music of selected non-Western cultures forms an essential counterpoint at appropriate points in the course.

Prerequisites

MUST-121 and MUST-122.
MUHL 311 - Music History: Antiquity to 1700 Credit Hours: 3

A study of the history of significant trends in the history of Western music and musical styles in their social, political and historical contexts from antiquity to c. 1700.  The music of selected non-Western cultures forms an essential counterpoint at appropriate points in the course.

Prerequisites

MUHL-212, MUST-231 and MUST-232
MUHL 312 - Music History: 1850 - Present Credit Hours: 3

A study of the history of significant trends in the history of Western music and music styles in their social, political and historical contexts from c. 1850 to the present time.  Exploration of the music of selected non-Western cultures is integrated at appropriate points in the course.

Prerequisites

MUHL-212, MUST-231 and MUST-232
MUST 341 - Orchestration and Arranging Credit Hours: 2

An introduction to the principles of scoring for instruments of band and orchestra, including range, technique, timbre and transposition, applying them to arranging for church and educational ensembles. A grade of "C-" is required to meet the requirements for a music major or minor.

Prerequisites

A minimum grade of "C-" in MUST-241 and MUST-242 (or MUSB-243 and MUSB-244), or permission of instructor.
MUSG 185 - Performance Seminar

A class designed to expose students to various types of music in the vocal, instrumental, and keyboard genres. This course is required of all music majors for seven semesters. Graded on a pass/fail basis.

Prerequisites

None
MUSA 288 - Upper Division Admission Examination

A 10-minute, juried performance at the end of four semesters of applied study on the music major's primary instrument. The student performs music of contrasting styles for a committee of music faculty. Successful completion of the Upper Division Admission Examination (UDAE) is required for admission into upper-level applied study.  For transfer students, the applied study may or may not have been done at Lee University.

Prerequisites

Two semesters of MUSA 201 or their approved equivalents
MUSA 495 - Senior Recital Credit Hours: 0 to 1

One-half hour of public recital (one hour for Bachelor of Music students). Students in Bachelor of Music degree programs will receive 1 hour of credit; all others receive no credit.

Prerequisites

Approval of Faculty Committee
MUSW 495 - Senior Seminar in Music (Capstone) Credit Hours: 2

Examines the roles of music in the Christian life and contemporary life in general.  The potential professional music performer, teacher, church musician, administrator, and others in the music professions will explore ways to integrate principles of Christian faith and learning into their professions and everyday lives.

Prerequisites

MUST-242 or MUSB-244, THEO-231, and MUHL-212 & 312.

Professional Education Requirements

MUED 225 - Introduction to Music Education Credit Hours: 2

A course designed to give prospective music educators an overview of the music education profession and to strengthen their understandings of the importance of music education for K-12 students. This course includes 20 clock hours of observation assignments in the public schools.

Prerequisites

None
MUED 350 - General Secondary Methods - Music Education Credit Hours: 1

A course designed to introduce students to the knowledge of methods, skills and strategies they will need as they become effective teachers in secondary classrooms. The course unites theory and practices by using the instructional methods of classroom discussion and presentations, simulated teaching opportunities and a teaching assignment in area schools.

Prerequisites

Admission to Teacher Education Program and successful completion of the Upper Division Admission Exam
SPED 316 - Exceptional Child Credit Hours: 3

An introduction to special education including historical foundations, special education law and current practice. The course will introduce all current information pertinent to those who will work with students with disabilities especially those students included in the general education classroom. Issues and trends that address techniques, strategies and procedures for working with students with disabilities will be emphasized. A summary of each category of disability will be offered as well as suggestions for accessing school and community resources.

Prerequisites

None
MUED 405 - Methods of Teaching Music in the Elementary School Credit Hours: 2

Fundamentals of music and the teaching of music from kindergarten through sixth grade.

Prerequisites

Admission to Teacher Education Program and successful completion of Upper Division Admission Exam
MUED 421 - The Teaching of Vocal and General Music, Grades 6-12 Credit Hours: 2

This course equips the vocal music education major with aspects of directing a comprehensive choral program in a middle or high school. Topics covered are choral administration, rehearsal and performance planning, and choral techniques.

Prerequisites

Admission to the Teacher Education Program and successful completion of the Upper Division Admission Exam
EDUC 496 - Student Teaching I Credit Hours: 5

Upon completion of all education courses, students will complete student teaching practicums for a total of 15 weeks in the public schools under the guidance of public school teachers and a university supervisor(s). The student will be assigned to at least two different classrooms, which may be at different schools. Students must enroll in EDUC-496, EDUC-497, and EDUC-498 for a total of 12 hours. This will constitute the maximum load for the student teaching semester. No other classes may be taken during the student teaching semester.

Prerequisites

Admission to Teacher Education Program, admission to Student Teaching, pass all required Praxis II exams, and completion of required methods courses
EDUC 497 - Student Teaching II Credit Hours: 5

Upon completion of all education courses, students will complete student teaching practicums for a total of 15 weeks in the public schools under the guidance of public school teachers and a university supervisor(s). The student will be assigned to at least two different classrooms, which may be at different schools. Students must enroll in EDUC-496, EDUC-498, and EDUC-498 for a total of 12 hours. This will constitute the maximum load for the student teaching semester. No other classes may be taken during the student teaching semester.

Prerequisites

Admission to Teacher Education Program, admission to Student Teaching, pass all required Praxis II exams, and completion of required methods courses.
EDUC 498 - Student Teaching Seminar Credit Hours: 2

A seminar designed to be taken by all student teachers during their enhanced student teaching semester. The purpose is to help bridge the gap between coursework and enhanced student teaching. Discussion of a variety of topics related to instructional management and interaction is the focus of the seminar.

Prerequisites

Admission to Teacher Education Program, admission to Student Teaching, pass all required Praxis II exams, and completion of all methods courses
SCED 315 - Historical, Philosophical, and Sociological Foundations of Education (for Music Education majors) Credit Hours: 3

A course designed to provide Music Education majors with an understanding of the significance of the influence of historical, philosophical and sociological factors and trends in school administration, materials and methods of instruction and the needs of the pupil and society.  Includes a 20-clock-hour service component, which requires co-requisite registration in SCED-315S.

Prerequisites

MUED-225.

OR

EDMG 315 - Foundations of Middle Grades Education Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed to give the prospective teacher an overview of the theoretical models of middle level education and to provide a broad overview of the historical, sociological and philosophical foundations of the American education system. Students will explore preadolescent and young adolescent characteristics, middle grades teaching, student learning, and organizational characteristics of a middle level school. Twenty hours of tutoring or observations must be completed.

Prerequisites

EDUC-199 and EDUC-299.

Choose one from the following:

PSYC 312 - Educational Psychology Credit Hours: 3

A study of the psychological foundations for learning and the procedures by which learning is accomplished. Also covered is an evaluation of teaching methods and learning tools.
PSYC 361 - Child Development Credit Hours: 3

A review of the principles of behavior in infancy and childhood; physical, intellectual, social, emotional and language development in the normal child.

Prerequisites

PSYC 200 & PSYC 260 or EDUC 199