X. Degree Programs
Bachelor 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 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 Music
MUSC*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 more than one semester, students may be required to reapply (re-audition) 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.
Applied Composition
Private instruction is offered in music composition. In order to register in Applied Composition (MUSC*2410), students must submit a portfolio of compositions (scores and recordings) to the School of Fine Art and Music at the time of course selection. Interviews are held prior to the first day of classes each semester (see School of Fine Art and Music for interview schedule). In order to enrol in Applied Composition, students must be registered in a Music program: Area of Concentration (General Program), Major or Minor (Honours Program). Applied Composition courses are designed to be taken during successive Fall and Winter terms. If this sequence is interrupted for more than one semester, students may be required to reapply before registering to continue in Applied Composition. Students must achieve a minimum grade of 70% in Applied Composition courses in order to proceed to the next level.
Core Requirements
The 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:
| MUSC*1180 | [0.50] | Musicianship I |
| MUSC*1250 | [0.50] | Melody and Counterpoint |
| MUSC*2180 | [0.50] | Musicianship II |
| MUSC*2360 | [0.50] | Tonal Harmony I |
| MUSC*2370 | [0.50] | Tonal Harmony II |
| MUSC*2600 | [0.50] | Music History: Chant to Josquin |
| MUSC*2610 | [0.50] | Music History: The Reformation to J.S. Bach |
| MUSC*2620 | [0.50] | Music History: Classical and Romantic Eras |
| MUSC*3630 | [0.50] | 20th Century Music |
| Note: MUSC*1130 does not count toward either the Major (Honours), Minor (Honours), or Area of Concentration (General Program). | ||
Area of Concentration (General Program)
Major (Honours Program)
A minimum of 9.00 Music credits is required, including:
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the Music core (4.50 credits)
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2.00 additional Music credits at the 3000 or 4000 level
Participation in Applied Music courses 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 MUSC*1180 and at least 2.00 Music credits at the 3000 or 4000 level. Students should be aware that courses at the 3000 or 4000 level may require additional prerequisites.
Honours students considering graduate work in ethnomusicology, performance, theory, and other music specializations should consult the School Director or a faculty adviser early in their program. Students should take courses 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.