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2006-2007 University of Guelph Undergraduate Calendar |
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2006-2007 University of Guelph Undergraduate Calendar |
X. Degree ProgramsBachelor of Arts (B.A.)Music (MUSC)School of Fine Art and Music, College of Arts The School offers courses in music history, theory, ethnomusicology, and performance. Many courses are open to all students, while others require a knowledge of the rudiments of musical notation or other prerequisites. Students are urged to plan their program in consultation with a Music advisor. Music programs allow considerable flexibility for students to elect one or more areas of interest, such as individual study on an instrument, performing in vocal or instrumental ensembles, specialized historical or theoretical study, directed readings, or an independent project. Physics of Music (MUSC*1090) is strongly recommended for all Music students and will count as one of the courses for the B.A. math/science requirement. Courses in Music are offered in several of the semesters abroad, especially London. Credit for programs of study successfully completed may be applied towards the University of Guelph degree requirements. Applied MusicMUSC*1500 is available only by audition. MUSC*1500 is restricted to students in Semesters 1-4. Students who wish to continue to the 2000 level in Applied Music must be enrolled in a Music program, general program; area of concentration; honours program, major or minor. Applied Music courses are designed to be taken during successive Fall and Winter terms. If this sequence is interrupted for a semester or more, students will be required to reaudition before registering to continue in Applied Music. Students must achieve a minimum grade 70% in Applied Music courses in order to proceed to the next level. Core RequirementsThe Music core is designed to provide the concepts and skills students need for successful study in higher level courses. All students in the general program area of concentration and honours program major must complete the following courses:
Area of Concentration (General Program)A minimum of 6.00 Music credits is required, including:
Major (Honours Program)A minimum of 8.00 Music credits is required, including:
Participation in Applied Music courses and/or performing ensembles is strongly recommended for all honours students. Students contemplating graduate studies in Music should consult music faculty early in their program. Minor (Honours Program)A minimum of 5.00 Music credits is required, including at least 2.00 Music credits at the 3000 or 4000 level. Course GroupsStudents who wish to concentrate in particular areas of Music should consider selecting one of the following course groups: Jazz, Popular, and World Music Studies
Theory and Analysis
History and Literature
Applied Music
Honours students considering graduate work in ethnomusicology, performance, theory, and other music specializations should consult the School Director or an academic adviser early in their program. Students should take MUSC*2290, MUSC*2350, MUSC*3020, MUSC*3030, MUSC*3750 and Topics courses (MUSC*3800 to MUSC*3850) covering a broad range of historical periods and methodologies, and also consider courses in Humanities (HUMN), dramatic theory, art history, anthropology, and English literature. A reading knowledge of at least one language other than English is also recommended. |
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