Mar 29, 2024  
2019-2020 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2019-2020 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED BULLETIN]

Course Descriptions


 

Music (MUS)

  
  • MUS 012S - First-Year Seminar

    Semester Hours: 1-3
    Spring
    This course gives first-year students the opportunity to work in a seminar format with a member of the faculty in an area of the faculty member’s research interests.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    The course is open to first-year students only. Topics vary by semester. Students may take only one 12F or 12S seminar.



  
  • MUS 013P - (CP) Violin

    Semester Hours: 1
    Fall, Spring
    Private instruction. Open to all music majors, minors and nonmajors. Enrollment materials available in the Music  Department (101 NAB). As arranged. See MUS 001P-022P  for more information.



  
  • MUS 014F - First-Year Seminar

    Semester Hours: 3-4
    Fall
    This course gives first-year students the opportunity to work in a seminar format with a member of the faculty in an area of the faculty member’s research interests.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:

    The course is open to first-year students only. Topics vary by semester.  This course is offered for distribution credit; consult the Semester Planning Guide for proper category listing. Students may take only one 14F or 12F seminar and only one 14S or 12S seminar.



  
  • MUS 014P - (CP) Viola

    Semester Hours: 1
    Fall, Spring
    Private instruction. Open to all music majors, minors and nonmajors. Enrollment materials available in the Music  Department (101 NAB). As arranged. See MUS 001P-022P  for more information.



  
  • MUS 014S - First-Year Seminar

    Semester Hours: 3-4
    Spring

    This course gives first-year students the opportunity to work in a seminar format with a member of the faculty in an area of the faculty member’s research interests.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:

    The course is open to first-year students only. Topics vary by semester.  This course is offered for distribution credit; consult the Semester Planning Guide for proper category listing. Students may take only one 14F or 12F seminar and only one 14S or 12S seminar.



  
  • MUS 015P - (CP) Violoncello

    Semester Hours: 1
    Fall, Spring
    Private instruction. Open to all music majors, minors and nonmajors. Enrollment materials available in the Music  Department (101 NAB). As arranged. See MUS 001P-022P  for more information.



  
  • MUS 016P - (CP) Double Bass

    Semester Hours: 1
    Fall, Spring
    Private instruction. Open to all music majors, minors and nonmajors. Enrollment materials available in the Music  Department (101 NAB). As arranged. See MUS 001P-022P  for more information.



  
  • MUS 017 - (AA, CC) Introduction to the Sikh Musical Tradition

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    This course, the first of its kind taught in a western university, is designed to offer students an introduction to the Sikh musical tradition, combining aural and oral training in the repertoire with the study of the cultural context in which it developed in northwest India between the late 15th and 20th centuries. Classes are based on the analysis of the theoretical, historical, and cultural aspects of the Sikh musical tradition (Gurbani Sangit), followed by vocal and instrumental practice of basic repertoires. Course activities include lectures and concerts by visiting scholars from abroad, and student research projects and fieldwork among the local Sikh community.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    No prerequisites; however, prior to taking MUS 017, it is recommended that students take one of the following courses: MUS 004 , RELI 157 , or RELI 103 . Credit given for this course or MUS 180A, Special Topics: Sikh Musicology.  (Formerly MUS 180A, Special Topics: Sikh Musicology.)



  
  • MUS 017P - (CP) Guitar

    Semester Hours: 1
    Fall, Spring
    Private instruction. Open to all music majors, minors and nonmajors. Enrollment materials available in the Music  Department (101 NAB). As arranged. See MUS 001P-022P  for more information.



  
  • MUS 018P - (CP) Harp

    Semester Hours: 1
    Fall, Spring
    Private instruction. Open to all music majors, minors and nonmajors. Enrollment materials available in the Music  Department (101 NAB). As arranged. See MUS 001P-022P  for more information.



  
  • MUS 019P - (CP) Percussion

    Semester Hours: 1
    Fall, Spring
    Private instruction. Open to all music majors, minors and nonmajors. Enrollment materials available in the Music  Department (101 NAB). As arranged. See MUS 001P-022P  for more information.



  
  • MUS 020 - (CP) Ensemble

    Semester Hours: 0-0.5
    Fall, Spring
    Special projects in music designed to give qualified students an opportunity to study performance techniques and to increase knowledge in the chamber literature of their instrument. Includes Collegium Musicum, Opera Theatre, Jazz Ensemble and Chamber Singers.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Audition and permission of department. Credit on Pass/D+/D/Fail basis only. See Note 4 in Music  Department and the Musical Organizations section  of this Undergraduate Bulletin.



  
  • MUS 020A - Concert Attendance

    Semester Hours: No credit
    Fall, Spring
    Students are required to attend a minimum of ten (10) concerts per semester for a total of eight (8) semesters.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Required of all students in the BS in Music  and BSEd in Music Education  degree programs.  Grading is mandatory Pass/Fail.



  
  • MUS 020P - (CP) Composition

    Semester Hours: 1
    Fall, Spring
    Private instruction. Open to all music majors, minors and nonmajors. Enrollment materials available in the Music  Department (101 NAB). As arranged. See MUS 001P-022P  for more information.



  
  • MUS 021 - (CP) University Band

    Semester Hours: 0-0.5
    Fall, Spring
    Band plays at concerts, commencements and special events. Through practice and performance of band literature, students broaden their musical experience and raise the level of proficiency.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Audition and permission of department. Credit on Pass/D+/D/Fail basis only. See Notes 4 and 5 in Music Department section .



  
  • MUS 021P - (CP) Theory

    Semester Hours: 1
    Fall, Spring
    Private instruction. Open to all music majors, minors and nonmajors. Enrollment materials available in the Music  Department (101 NAB). As arranged. See MUS 001P-022P  for more information.



  
  • MUS 022 - (CP) University Symphony Orchestra

    Semester Hours: 0-0.5
    Fall, Spring
    Orchestra plays a range of literature, both classic and contemporary, and performs at concerts, assemblies and special affairs. Open to students, faculty and staff of the University, and to members of the community.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Audition and permission of department. Credit on Pass/D+/D/Fail basis only. See Notes 4, 5 in Music Department section .



  
  • MUS 022P - (CP) Harpsichord

    Semester Hours: 1
    Fall, Spring
    Private instruction. Open to all music majors, minors and nonmajors. Enrollment materials available in the Music  Department (101 NAB). As arranged. See MUS 001P-022P  for more information.



  
  • MUS 023 - (CP) University Mixed Chorus

    Semester Hours: 0-0.5
    Fall, Spring
    Chorus sings at assemblies, concerts, commencements and similar campus activities. Designed to provide significant musical experience for all participants.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Audition and permission of department. Credit on Pass/D+/D/Fail basis only. See Notes 4, 5 in Music Department section .



  
  • MUS 024 - (CP) University Wind Ensemble

    Semester Hours: 0-0.5
    Fall, Spring
    A traditional wind ensemble of 35-38 players representing the finest woodwind, brass, and percussion performers at the University. The Ensemble consists of one or two performers on a part, playing music from various periods designed to be performed by a wind ensemble. The Ensemble offers performances on and off campus. Audition required.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Audition and permission of department. Credit on Pass/D+/D/Fail basis only.



  
  • MUS 025 - (CP) University Chorale

    Semester Hours: 0-0.5
    Fall, Spring
    The Hofstra Chorale is a select choral ensemble of 45-55 skilled singers, chosen by audition. The Chorale performs repertoire from all styles and eras of choral literature, with a particular emphasis on contemporary, avant garde, and world music. The Chorale rehearses two hours per week, and offers performances on and off-campus.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Permission of instructor, audition and permission of department. Credit on Pass/D+/D/Fail basis only. See Notes 4, 5 in Music Department section . Audition required.



  
  • MUS 026 - (CP) Chamber Orchestra

    Semester Hours: 0-0.5
    Fall, Spring
    A traditional String Orchestra playing a range of literature from various style periods, both classic and contemporary, representing the core of literature for string orchestra. Its primary emphasis is on improving the ensemble skills of string players and familiarizing them with this very significant, but often ignored, body of repertoire.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Open to all students, faculty, and staff of the University. Audition and permission of department. Credit on Pass/D+/D/Fail basis only. See notes 4, 5.   (Formerly (CP) String Orchestra.)



  
  
  
  • MUS 032A - Advanced Percussion Techniques

    Semester Hours: 1
    Once a Year
    Students will experience an in-depth study of the percussion instrument family with regard to playing techniques, maintenance, tuning and common repair issues. In addition, students will explore basic drum set beats, literature recommendations for various performing levels and numerous other topics.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis. See Note 8 .



  
  
  • MUS 033A - Advanced Woodwind Techniques

    Semester Hours: 1
    Once a Year
    Students will experience an in-depth study of the woodwind instruments with regard to playing techniques, maintenance, tuning, and common repair issues. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis. See Note 8 .



  
  
  • MUS 034A - Advanced Brass Techniques

    Semester Hours: 1
    Periodically
    Students will study advanced brass techniques with special attention to performance, maintenance, tuning, and common repair issues. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 034  or equivalent, or permission of instructor.  No liberal arts credit.  May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis.



  
  
  
  • MUS 035B - Intermediate Piano Class

    Semester Hours: 1
    Fall
    This course provides students with opportunities to advance their piano performance skills, enabling them to make use of keyboards while teaching children. This course also aids students’ abilities to utilize sequencing programs needed in music technology.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 035A . Not for liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 035C - Advanced Piano Class

    Semester Hours: 1
    Spring
    This course is intended to reinforce and extend course work offered in MUS 035B . Students will be provided with work offered in MUS 035B . Students will be provided with opportunities to improve their piano performance abilities and complete the Piano Proficiency Requirement.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 035B . Not for liberal arts credit.



  
  
  
  
  
  
  • MUS 048 - (AA) Musical Styles and Structures

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    A survey of the elements of music, the main formal structures and the principal musical genres found in the various style periods of Western music.


    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Ability to read music. Designed primarily for music majors and minors, but can be suitable for advanced non-majors with strong musical backgrounds.



  
  • MUS 051 - Music Theory and Musicianship for Non-Majors I

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall
    A survey of principles of harmony, analysis, sight-singing, and aural skills, intended to provide useful background and musicianship skills for students with an active interest in music, but not intending to be music majors. Particularly designed to meet the needs of students minoring in musical theater, or majoring in drama or dance, it will focus on the tonal language of American popular and theatrical music. It is also suitable for music minors and other non-majors with substantial musical backgrounds.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 001  or a passing grade on the placement examination in music theory/aural skills. May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 052 - Music Theory and Musicianship for Non-Majors II

    Semester Hours: 3
    Spring
    A continuation of MUS 051 , concluding a survey of principles of harmony, analysis, sight-singing, and aural skills intended to provide useful background and musicianship skills for students with an active interest in music, but not intending to be music majors. Particularly designed to meet the needs of students minoring in musical theater, or majoring in drama or dance, it will focus on the tonal language of American popular and theatrical music. It is also suitable for music minors and other non-majors with substantial musical backgrounds.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 051  or equivalent. May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis. No liberal arts credit.



  
  
  
  
  
  • MUS 063 - Advanced Eartraining

    Semester Hours: 2
    Once a Year
    Sightsinging, dictation, rhythm and aural harmony paralleling the work in Harmony.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 062  or 062A . Corequisite: MUS 071  or permission of the department. Students should register for this course and 071  in the same semester and 064  and 072  in the following semester.



  
  • MUS 064 - Advanced Eartraining

    Semester Hours: 2
    Once a Year
    Sightsinging, dictation, rhythm and aural harmony paralleling the work in Harmony.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 062  or 062A ; MUS 063 . Corequisite: MUS 072  or permission of the department. Students should register for 063  and 071  in the same semester and this course and 072  in the following semester.



  
  • MUS 065 - Advanced Musicianship

    Semester Hours: 2
    Periodically
    Advanced sight singing, dictation, and rhythm, with emphasis on modern musical styles including chromatic and atonal melodies and harmonies, complex and asymmetrical rhythms, and mixed meters and tempo modulation.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 064  and 072 . May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 066 - Beginning Composition

    Semester Hours: 3
    Spring
    Application of basic principles of music composition, including melody writing, 2- and 3-voice species counterpoint, melody writing with simple harmonizations, basic phrase and cadence structures, and simple forms.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 069  or 069A  and 061  or 061A  or permission of the department chairperson. May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis.



  
  • MUS 068 - (AA) Introduction to Jazz

    Semester Hours: 3
    Spring
    A fundamental analysis of the jazz style with a strong emphasis on its recorded performance practice and basic theoretical foundations.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Ability to read music.



  
  • MUS 069 - Music Fundamentals and Species Counterpoint

    Semester Hours: 2
    Fall
    The first required course for all music majors that should be taken concurrently with MUS 061  or 061A . It is organized in two parts: 1) an intensive and comprehensive survey of the fundamentals of music theory and notation; 2) training in the writing and analysis of two-part species counterpoint in the manner of Fux. Emphasis on the development of a general understanding of fundamental principles of music theory and notation, and on the principles of voice leading and melodic structure that are most useful in the study of tonal harmony.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Corequisite: MUS 061  or 061A  or permission of the department. Enrollment limited to music majors or prospective music majors. May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis. See Notes 1, 2 in Music Department General Information .



  
  • MUS 069A - Music Fundamentals and Species Counterpoint

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall
    May be substituted for MUS 069  as the first required course for music majors in the music theory sequence, and should be taken concurrently with MUS 061  or 061A . It is intended for students who, on the basis of a placement examination, have demonstrated a need for intensive training in music fundamentals beyond that normally covered in MUS 69. It is organized in two parts: 1) an intensive and comprehensive survey of the fundamentals of music theory; 2) training in the writing and analysis of two-part species counterpoint in the manner of Fux. Emphasis is given to the development of a general understanding of fundamental principles of music theory and to the principles of voice leading and melodic structure that is most useful in the study of tonal harmony.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Corequisite: MUS 061  or 061A  or permission of the department. Enrollment limited to music majors or prospective music majors.



  
  • MUS 070A - Introduction to Harmony and Analysis

    Semester Hours: 3
    Spring
    Eighteenth- and 19th-century harmony from written and analytical perspectives, beginning with a review of rudiments and continuing through the study of fundamentals of diatonic harmony. Includes one hour per week of keyboard harmony that concentrates on drill at the keyboard designed to obtain a working performance familiarity with the materials presented in written and analytical phases of the course.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 069  or 069A .Corequisite: MUS 062  or 062A  or permission of the department. Should be taken concurrently with MUS 062  or 062A . See Note 1 in Music Department General Information .



  
  • MUS 071 - Harmony

    Semester Hours: 4
    Once a Year
    Eighteenth- and 19th-century harmony through 7th chords, extended dominants, chromaticism and modulation.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 070A . Corequisite: MUS 063  or permission of the department. Credit given for these courses or MUS 071A  and 073 . Students should register for 063  and this course in the same semester and 064  and 072  in the following semester.



  
  • MUS 071A - Harmony

    Semester Hours: 3
    Once a Year
    Eighteenth- and 19th-century harmony through 7th chords, extended dominants, chromaticism and modulation.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 070A , 073  and 074 , or approval of department chairperson. Credit given for this course or MUS 071 . Students should register for 063  and 071A  in the same semester and 064  and 072A  in the following semester.



  
  • MUS 072 - Harmony

    Semester Hours: 4
    Once a Year
    Eighteenth- and 19th-century harmony through 7th chords, extended dominants, chromaticism and modulation.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 070A  and 071 . Corequisite: MUS 064  or permission of the department. Credit given for this course or 072A  and 074 . Students should register for 063  and 071  in the same semester and 064  and this course in the following semester.



  
  • MUS 072A - Harmony

    Semester Hours: 3
    Once a Year
    Eighteenth- and 19th-century harmony through 7th chords, extended dominants, chromaticism and modulation.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 070A , 071 , 073  and 074 , or approval of department chairperson. Credit given for this courses or MUS 072 . Students should register for 063  and 071A  in the same semester and 064  and 072A  in the following semester.



  
  • MUS 073 - Keyboard Harmony

    Semester Hours: 2
    Periodically
    Training in basic musicianship through use of the keyboard, paralleling the work of Harmony and Advanced Eartraining.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 035A . Credit given for this course or MUS 071 , not both.



  
  • MUS 074 - Keyboard Harmony

    Semester Hours: 2
    Periodically
    Training in basic musicianship through use of the keyboard, paralleling the work of Harmony and Advanced Eartraining.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 035A , 073 . Credit given for this course or MUS 072 , not both.



  
  • MUS 100 - Departmental Honors Candidacy: Essay

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    The research for and the completion of a substantial essay in the field of music.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Open only to senior music majors who are eligible for and desire to graduate with departmental honors and who secure, before registration, written permission of the instructor who will supervise the essay.



  
  • MUS 101C - Piano

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    Advanced Private Instruction. An instructional fee (see Tuition and Fees ), nonrefundable, is required upon registration. See MUS 101C-122C  for more information.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 101C-122C - Advanced Private Instruction

    Semester Hours: 3
    Numbers in the 101C-122C courses refer to the same areas of study as the MUS P sequence courses.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. No liberal arts credit. Repeatable for credit up to 6 s.h.



  
  • MUS 101D - Piano

    Semester Hours: 4
    Fall, Spring
    A required recital will be evaluated by a jury consisting of the private instructor, the chairperson or a designate and another member of the music faculty. An instructional fee, nonrefundable (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), is required upon registration.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Two semesters of Private Instruction in the C sequence. Students must continue with the same numbered course. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 101D-122D - Advanced Private Instruction and Senior Recital

    Semester Hours: 4
    Numbers in the 101D-120D and 122D courses refer to the same areas of study as the MUS P sequence courses.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. Repeatable for credit up to 8 s.h.



  
  • MUS 102C - Organ

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    Advanced Private Instruction. An instructional fee (see Tuition and Fees ), nonrefundable, is required upon registration. See MUS 101C-122C  for more information.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 102D - Organ

    Semester Hours: 4
    Fall, Spring
    A required recital will be evaluated by a jury consisting of the private instructor, the chairperson or a designate and another member of the music faculty. An instructional fee, nonrefundable (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), is required upon registration.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Two semesters of Private Instruction in the C sequence. Students must continue with the same numbered course. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 103C - Voice

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    Advanced Private Instruction. An instructional fee (see Tuition and Fees ), nonrefundable, is required upon registration. See MUS 101C-122C  for more information.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 103D - Voice

    Semester Hours: 4
    Fall, Spring
    A required recital will be evaluated by a jury consisting of the private instructor, the chairperson or a designate and another member of the music faculty. An instructional fee, nonrefundable (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), is required upon registration.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Two semesters of Private Instruction in the C sequence. Students must continue with the same numbered course. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 104C - Flute & Piccolo

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    Advanced Private Instruction. An instructional fee (see Tuition and Fees ), nonrefundable, is required upon registration. See MUS 101C-122C  for more information.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 104D - Flute & Piccolo

    Semester Hours: 4
    Fall, Spring
    A required recital will be evaluated by a jury consisting of the private instructor, the chairperson or a designate and another member of the music faculty. An instructional fee, nonrefundable (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), is required upon registration.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Two semesters of Private Instruction in the C sequence. Students must continue with the same numbered course. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 105A - Jazz Improvisation I

    Semester Hours: 3
    Periodically
    An introduction to the techniques of jazz improvising through a study of chords, scales and various jazz styles. Performance is required.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 072  or permission of instructor.



  
  • MUS 105B - Jazz Improvisation II

    Semester Hours: 3
    Spring
    Advanced techniques in jazz improvisation through the study of scales, chords and various jazz styles including current practices. Performance is required.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 105A  or permission of instructor.



  
  • MUS 105C - Oboe

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    Advanced Private Instruction. An instructional fee (see Tuition and Fees ), nonrefundable, is required upon registration. See MUS 101C-122C  for more information.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 105D - Oboe

    Semester Hours: 4
    Fall, Spring
    A required recital will be evaluated by a jury consisting of the private instructor, the chairperson or a designate and another member of the music faculty. An instructional fee, nonrefundable (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), is required upon registration.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Two semesters of Private Instruction in the C sequence. Students must continue with the same numbered course. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 106C - Bassoon

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    Advanced Private Instruction. An instructional fee (see Tuition and Fees ), nonrefundable, is required upon registration. See MUS 101C-122C  for more information.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 106D - Bassoon

    Semester Hours: 4
    Fall, Spring
    A required recital will be evaluated by a jury consisting of the private instructor, the chairperson or a designate and another member of the music faculty. An instructional fee, nonrefundable (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), is required upon registration.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Two semesters of Private Instruction in the C sequence. Students must continue with the same numbered course. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 107A - Instrumental Conducting

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall
    This course is designed to provide students with an overview of techniques using the common misunderstandings and errors made by conductors, offering practical ideas to solve these problems.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 072 . Not for liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 107C - Clarinet

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    Advanced Private Instruction. An instructional fee (see Tuition and Fees ), nonrefundable, is required upon registration. See MUS 101C-122C  for more information.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 107D - Clarinet

    Semester Hours: 4
    Fall, Spring
    A required recital will be evaluated by a jury consisting of the private instructor, the chairperson or a designate and another member of the music faculty. An instructional fee, nonrefundable (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), is required upon registration.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Two semesters of Private Instruction in the C sequence. Students must continue with the same numbered course. No liberal arts credit.



  
  
  • MUS 108C - Saxophone

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    Advanced Private Instruction. An instructional fee (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), nonrefundable, is required upon registration. See MUS 101C-122C  for more information.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 108D - Saxophone

    Semester Hours: 4
    Fall, Spring
    A required recital will be evaluated by a jury consisting of the private instructor, the chairperson or a designate and another member of the music faculty. An instructional fee, nonrefundable (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), is required upon registration.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Two semesters of Private Instruction in the C sequence. Students must continue with the same numbered course. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 109 - Advanced Instrumental Conducting

    Semester Hours: 2
    Fall
    This course will explore advanced conducting techniques, gestures, nuances, score study and rehearsal techniques.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Completion of MUS 107A  or equivalent. May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 109C - Trumpet

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    Advanced Private Instruction. An instructional fee (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), nonrefundable, is required upon registration. See MUS 101C-122C  for more information.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 109D - Trumpet

    Semester Hours: 4
    Fall, Spring
    A required recital will be evaluated by a jury consisting of the private instructor, the chairperson or a designate and another member of the music faculty. An instructional fee, nonrefundable (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), is required upon registration.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Two semesters of Private Instruction in the C sequence. Students must continue with the same numbered course. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 110 - Advanced Choral Conducting

    Semester Hours: 2
    Fall
    Students will explore the many challenges of conducting and leading a choir through specifically targeted exercises and study of representative musical scores. The course combines many disciplines within the field of music, incorporating elements of ear training, music theory, formal analysis, practice technique, and performance.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    MUS 108  or equivalent. May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 110C - French Horn

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    Advanced Private Instruction. An instructional fee (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), nonrefundable, is required upon registration. See MUS 101C-122C  for more information.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 110D - French Horn

    Semester Hours: 4
    Fall, Spring
    A required recital will be evaluated by a jury consisting of the private instructor, the chairperson or a designate and another member of the music faculty. An instructional fee, nonrefundable (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), is required upon registration.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Two semesters of Private Instruction in the C sequence. Students must continue with the same numbered course. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 111C - Trombone

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    Advanced Private Instruction. An instructional fee (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), nonrefundable, is required upon registration. See MUS 101C-122C  for more information.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 111D - Trombone

    Semester Hours: 4
    Fall, Spring
    A required recital will be evaluated by a jury consisting of the private instructor, the chairperson or a designate and another member of the music faculty. An instructional fee, nonrefundable (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), is required upon registration.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Two semesters of Private Instruction in the C sequence. Students must continue with the same numbered course. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 112C - Baritone Horn or Tuba

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    Advanced Private Instruction. An instructional fee (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), nonrefundable, is required upon registration. See MUS 101C-122C  for more information.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 112D - Baritone Horn or Tuba

    Semester Hours: 4
    Fall, Spring
    A required recital will be evaluated by a jury consisting of the private instructor, the chairperson or a designate and another member of the music faculty. An instructional fee, nonrefundable (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), is required upon registration.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Two semesters of Private Instruction in the C sequence. Students must continue with the same numbered course. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 113C - Violin

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    Advanced Private Instruction. An instructional fee (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), nonrefundable, is required upon registration. See MUS 101C-122C  for more information.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 113D - Violin

    Semester Hours: 4
    Fall, Spring
    A required recital will be evaluated by a jury consisting of the private instructor, the chairperson or a designate and another member of the music faculty. An instructional fee, nonrefundable (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), is required upon registration.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Two semesters of Private Instruction in the C sequence. Students must continue with the same numbered course. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 114C - Viola

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    Advanced Private Instruction. An instructional fee (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), nonrefundable, is required upon registration. See MUS 101C-122C  for more information.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 114D - Viola

    Semester Hours: 4
    Fall, Spring
    A required recital will be evaluated by a jury consisting of the private instructor, the chairperson or a designate and another member of the music faculty. An instructional fee, nonrefundable (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), is required upon registration.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Two semesters of Private Instruction in the C sequence. Students must continue with the same numbered course. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 115C - Violoncello

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    Advanced Private Instruction. An instructional fee (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), nonrefundable, is required upon registration. See MUS 101C-122C  for more information.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 115D - Violoncello

    Semester Hours: 4
    Fall, Spring
    A required recital will be evaluated by a jury consisting of the private instructor, the chairperson or a designate and another member of the music faculty. An instructional fee, nonrefundable (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), is required upon registration.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Two semesters of Private Instruction in the C sequence. Students must continue with the same numbered course. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 116C - Double Bass

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    Advanced Private Instruction. An instructional fee (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), nonrefundable, is required upon registration. See MUS 101C-122C  for more information.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate students may take these courses after four semesters of Private Instruction if they are candidates for the BS in Music  and have passed a Hofstra departmental jury examination. No liberal arts credit.



  
  • MUS 116D - Double Bass

    Semester Hours: 4
    Fall, Spring
    A required recital will be evaluated by a jury consisting of the private instructor, the chairperson or a designate and another member of the music faculty. An instructional fee, nonrefundable (see Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships ), is required upon registration.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Two semesters of Private Instruction in the C sequence. Students must continue with the same numbered course. No liberal arts credit.



 

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