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2017-2018 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED BULLETIN]
Courses for Hartt
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Not all courses listed in this Bulletin are offered each year. Offerings for each semester and for Winterterm and Summerterm are listed in the class schedules available during each registration period. The University reserves the right to make changes in academic programs. |
The Hartt School
ACC 110 - The Art of Accompanying I
0.5 credit(s)
Practical approaches to accompanying—sight reading, instant recognition of rhythms, chords, and basic keyboard patterns. Material drawn from the standard vocal and instrumental literature. One hour weekly.
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ACC 111 - The Art of Accompanying II
0.5 credit(s)
Practical approaches to accompanying—sight reading, instant recognition of rhythms, chords, and basic keyboard patterns. Material drawn from the standard vocal and instrumental literature. One hour weekly.
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ACC 115 - Accompanying Laboratory (Choral)
1 credit(s)
Assigned accompanying for Hartt Chorale or Hartt Chorus. May be repeated for additional credit.
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ACC 116 - Accompanying Laboratory (Choral)
1 credit(s)
Assigned accompanying for Hartt Chorale or Hartt Chorus. May be repeated for additional credit.
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ACC 220 - Piano Ensemble I
1 credit(s)
Study and performance of the literature for duo piano and piano duet from the baroque to the 20th century. One and one-half hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): ACC 111 .
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ACC 221 - Piano Ensemble II
1 credit(s)
Study and performance of the literature for duo piano and piano duet from the baroque to the 20th century. One and one-half hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): ACC 110 -ACC 111 .
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ACC 330 - Vocal Repertory for Singers and Pianists
1 credit(s)
Detailed analysis and performance of the standard vocal repertory, including songs, arias from operas, and oratorios. Emphasis on accompanying problems, including transpositions and language considerations. One hour weekly.
Prerequisite(s): ACC 110 -ACC 111 (for pianists).
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ACC 331 - Vocal Repertory for Singers and Pianists
1 credit(s)
Detailed analysis and performance of the standard vocal repertory, including songs, arias from operas, and oratorios. Emphasis on accompanying problems, including transpositions and language considerations. One hour weekly.
Prerequisite(s): ACC 110 -ACC 111 (for pianists).
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ACC 345 - Accompanying Laboratory—Vocal
1 credit(s)
Accompanying in studios of vocal faculty and for student recitals. Two hours weekly.
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ACC 346 - Accompanying Laboratory—Vocal
1 credit(s)
Accompanying in studios of vocal faculty and for student recitals. Two hours weekly.
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ACC 410 - Accompanying Recital
1 credit(s)
Assigned accompanying for a public vocal recital and a public instrumental recital. Two hours weekly.
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ACC 411 - Accompanying Recital
1 credit(s)
Assigned accompanying for a public vocal recital and a public instrumental recital.
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ACC 430 - Accompanying Laboratory—Instrumental
1 credit(s)
Accompanying in studios of instrumental faculty and for student recitals. Two hours weekly.
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ACC 431 - Accompanying Laboratory—Instrumental
1 credit(s)
Accompanying in studios of instrumental faculty and for student recitals. Two hours weekly.
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ACC 440 - Instrumental Accompanying I
1.5 credit(s)
Study of the standard string and wind repertory with piano, including concerto reductions. Emphasis on the varied technical skills needed for collaborating with different instruments. One hour weekly.
Prerequisite(s): ACC 110 -ACC 111 .
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ACC 441 - Instrumental Accompanying II
1.5 credit(s)
Study of the standard string and wind repertory with piano, including concerto reductions. Emphasis on the varied technical skills needed for collaborating with different instruments. One hour weekly.
Prerequisite(s): ACC 110 -ACC 111 .
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AFR 131 - African American Music, 1890–1945
3 credit(s)
Starting with an introductory background on the African empires, the slave trade, and colonial American music, the course focuses on social and stylistic developments from ragtime to the Big Band era. Three hours weekly.
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AFR 132 - African American Music, 1945 to the Present
3 credit(s)
Contemporary African American music, the be-bop revolution, hard bop, free and modal developments of the 1960s, and various artists and trends to the present. Three hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): AFR 131 .
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AFR 150 - Vocal Technique
1 credit(s)
An invigorating vocal workout class for singers: This weekly course provides students with a progressive series of vocal exercises to condition, develop and strengthen their voices. Aspects of vocal production will be practiced including: body alignment, breath management, support, range, balancing vocal registers, vowel formation, tone quality, resonance, intonation, flexibility, coordination, vocal health and maintenance. This course will provide invaluable tools for both beginning and advanced singers who wish to improve their overall vocal technique and maintain their vocal health. One hour weekly.
Prerequisite(s): Jazz majors only.
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AFR 220 - Jazz Keyboard Class
2 credit(s)
This two-semester course develops facility with harmonic voicing systems, covering seventh chords, extensions, harmonization of melodies, block chord technique, and memorization of standard chord progressions. Two hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): APC 122 -APC 123 .
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AFR 221 - Jazz Keyboard Class
2 credit(s)
This two-semester course develops facility with harmonic voicing systems, covering seventh chords, extensions, harmonization of melodies, block chord technique, and memorization of standard chord progressions. Two hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): APC 123 .
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AFR 222 - Jazz Transcription I
1 credit(s)
Introduction to solfège, rhythmic and melodic dictation, melodic transcription from recordings. Two hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): AFR 221 .
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AFR 223 - Jazz Transcription II
1 credit(s)
Melodic, rhythmic and harmonic dictation, solo transcriptions with harmonic progressions. Two hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): AFR 222 .
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AFR 224 - Jazz Theory I
2 credit(s)
This is a course on the basic elements of the Jazz language. Facility with the following elements will be developed through in-class writing drills and assignments: modal and symmetrical scales, seventh chord structures, upper partials, chord symbols, the Roman Numeral system and standard harmonic progressions.
Prerequisite(s): TH 111 and TH 112 , or permission of instructor.
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AFR 225 - Jazz Theory II
2 credit(s)
This is a course on the study of voicing styles, which include three-part accompaniment and four-part block chord style. Standard songs are analyzed as models of melodic and harmonic form, as well as for the study of reharmonization. Facility with these elements will be developed through in-class drills and writing assignments. Two hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): AFR 224 or permission of instructor.
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AFR 230 - Jazz Appreciation I
3 credit(s)
The American art form known as jazz has a rich history, well chronicled in audio and video performances. This course explores the history through the careers of jazz luminaries starting from the 1920s to 1949 who have influenced generations of jazz musicians. Also examined is the development of jazz styles and sub-genres and American social and cultural influences. Class lectures include audio, video and live jazz performances including discussion on the history and legacy of this unique American art form.
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AFR 231 - Jazz Appreciation II
3 credit(s)
The American art form known as jazz has a rich history, well chronicled in audio and video performances. This course explores that history through the careers of jazz luminaries from 1950 to the present day who have influenced generations of jazz musicians. Also examined is the development of jazz styles and sub-genres and American social and cultural influences. Class lectures include audio, video and live jazz performances and discussion on the history and legacy of this unique American art form.
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AFR 242 - Repertory Building I
1 credit(s)
In-depth study of harmony and theory in the jazz idiom. Analysis of standard African American composition. Two hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): Jazz majors only.
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AFR 243 - Repertory Building II
1 credit(s)
In-depth study of harmony and theory in the jazz idiom. Analysis of standard African American composition. Two hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): Jazz majors only.
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AFR 300 - Jazz Analysis: Individuals and Perspectives I
3 credit(s)
The American art form known as jazz has had many musical and cultural icons. Through this course, an in depth musical and historical aspect will be discussed concerning individuals from the early 1920s to 1954 including Louis Armstrong, Colman Hawkins, Art Tatum, Lester Young, Billie Holiday and Charlie Parker. These musicians and their unique styles are explored through audio and video recordings. Class lectures provide an understanding for students toward writing a final exam essay of the jazz artist of their choosing.
Prerequisite(s): AFR 222 and AFR 223 .
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AFR 310 - Jazz Analysis: Individuals and Perspectives II
3 credit(s)
The American art form know as jazz has had many musical and cultural icons ranging from 1955 to the present day. Through this course, an in depth musical and historical aspect will be discussed concerning individuals including Thelonious Monk, Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, John Coltrane, Eric Dolphy, Charles Mingus and Steve Coleman. These musicians and their unique styles are explored through audio and video recordings. Class lectures provide an understanding for students toward writing a final exam essay of the jazz artist of their choosing. (A two-semester sequence)
Prerequisite(s): AFR 222 , AFR 223 , and AFR 300 .
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AFR 321 - Hard Bop Seminar
3 credit(s)
The American art form known as Jazz has a rich history which include several defining eras. This course will examine one such era, the Hard Bop period (mid 1950’s to the mid 1960’s). Hard Bop Seminar looks to explore several key instrumentalists and vocalists who helped to define this era including Art Blakey, Horace Silver, Ahmad Jamal, Betty Carter, Jon Hendricks and Annie Ross. Also examined will be the Hard Bop era and it’s influence on future jazz styles and it’s relevance to the American social climate of the 1960’s. Class lectures will include audio and video performances from the Hard Bop era with discussion concerning it’s birth and evolution.
Prerequisite(s): AFR 300 and AFR 331 .
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AFR 330 - Jazz Composition
1 credit(s)
The American art form known as Jazz has produced many dynamic and influential composers who transcend musical genres. Also, the American Broadway songbook and its composers have provided much in the way of compositions for the Jazz genre. This course will explore the compositional approaches of composers including Fats Waller, Billy Strayhorn, Kurt Weill and Hoagy Carmichael. Lectures will include audio and video examples for an analytical perspective on the composers and their individual harmonic tendencies. In addition, there will be discussion involving the process and technique of writing Jazz melody, including the 12 bar blues, the 32 bar AABA form and non-traditional song forms.
Prerequisite(s): AFR 224 and AFR 225 .
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AFR 331 - Jazz Arranging
1 credit(s)
The American art form known as Jazz has produced many dynamic and influential arrangers who transcend musical genres. This course will explore the arranging styles of artists including Fletcher Henderson, Duke Ellington, Thad Jones and Wayne Shorter. Lectures will include audio and video examples for analytical perspective on the arrangers and their individual harmonic tendencies. In addition, there will be discussion involving the arranging process and technique (i.e., small and large ensembles).
Prerequisite(s): AFR 330 .
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AFR 480 - Independent Study in African American Music
1-3 credit(s)
An independent study project conducted under the direction of an assigned faculty member. Credit determined by scope and nature of project.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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AFR 481 - Independent Study in African American Music
1-3 credit(s)
An independent study project conducted under the direction of an assigned faculty member. Credit determined by scope and nature of project.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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AFR 490 - Special Topics in African American Music
1–3 credit(s)
Selected topics in African American music, varying yearly with needs of curriculum and availability of particular faculty. Credit determined by scope and nature of work required.
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AFR 491 - Special Topics in African American Music
1–3 credit(s)
Selected topics in African American music, varying yearly with needs of curriculum and availability of particular faculty. Credit determined by scope and nature of work required.
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AFT 410 - Jazz Studies Senior Project
3 credit(s)
For graduating seniors. Independent study on a planned project. Includes one of the following: lecture-demonstration, public performance, or original large-scale composition or arrangement, recording, video-sound tape.
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APC 110 - Basic Guitar I
1 credit(s)
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APC 111 - Basic Guitar II
1 credit(s)
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APC 114 - Vocal Seminar for Freshmen
0.5 credit(s)
Students develop basic skills in memorization, art-song analysis, musicianship shills, use of the piano, and finding linguistic resources. One hour weekly.
Prerequisite(s): Voice major.
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APC 115 - Vocal Seminar for Freshmen
0.5 credit(s)
Students develop basic skills in memorization, art-song analysis, musicianship shills, use of the piano, and finding linguistic resources. One hour weekly.
Prerequisite(s): APC 114 .
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APC 122 - Piano Keyboard Class
2 credit(s)
A first-level piano course that places equal emphasis on the tactile, visual, and harmonic aspects of keyboard playing. Two hours weekly.
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APC 123 - Piano Keyboard Class
2 credit(s)
A first-level piano course that places equal emphasis on the tactile, visual, and harmonic aspects of keyboard playing. Two hours weekly.
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APC 214 - Vocal Seminar for Sophomores
0.5 credit(s)
Students continue to develop skills in score preparation, with the goal of fostering independent musicianship on the level of the vocal repertoire being prepared for the sophomore evaluation. One hour weekly.
Prerequisite(s): APC 115 .
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APC 215 - Vocal Seminar for Sophomores
0.5 credit(s)
Students continue to develop skills in score preparation, with the goal of fostering independent musicianship on the level of the vocal repertoire being prepared for the sophomore evaluation. One hour weekly.
Prerequisite(s): APC 214 .
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APC 222 - Piano Keyboard Class
2 credit(s)
Emphasis on the functional aspects of keyboard playing. Technical, harmonic, and sight-reading skills are integrated. Music majors only. Two hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): APC 123 or permission of instructor.
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APC 223 - Piano Keyboard Class
2 credit(s)
Emphasis on the functional aspects of keyboard playing. Technical, harmonic, and sight-reading skills are integrated. Music majors only. Two hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): APC 222 or permission of instructor.
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APC 310 - Organ Class
2 credit(s)
For non–organ majors. Fundamentals of organ playing techniques in terms of the pedals, keyboard touch, and registration; basic repertory, hymns, anthems, and accompaniments. Essential skills for church-service playing. Two hours weekly. May be repeated for additional credit.
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APC 311 - Harpsichord Class
2 credit(s)
Fundamentals of harpsichord playing techniques in terms of keyboard touch, registration, and basic solo and ensemble repertory. May be repeated for additional credit. Two hours weekly.
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APC 314 - Vocal Performance Seminar
0.5 credit(s)
Vocal Seminar includes informal performances, master classes, and lectures on topics specifically related to vocal performance. One hour weekly.
Prerequisite(s): APC 214 -APC 215 .
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APC 315 - Vocal Performance Seminar
0.5 credit(s)
Vocal Seminar includes informal performances, master classes, and lectures on topics specifically related to vocal performance. One hour weekly.
Prerequisite(s): APC 314 .
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APC 322 - Piano Keyboard Class
2 credit(s)
A two-semester skills course for students whose repertoire placement is beyond APC 223 . Sight reading, transposition, melody harmonization, improvisation, and score reading will be explored. Required of music education piano majors; others by placement tests. Two hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): APC 223 or permission of instructor.
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APC 323 - Piano Keyboard Class
2 credit(s)
A two-semester skills course for students whose repertoire placement is beyond APC 223 . Sight reading, transposition, melody harmonization, improvisation, and score reading will be explored. Required of music education piano majors; others by placement tests. Two hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): APC 223 or permission of instructor.
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APC 410 - Vocal Pedagogy
2 credit(s)
This course is an introduction to voice pedagogy. Students learn the anatomy and physiology of the voice, the mechanics of breath management, as well as the nature of sound. The scientific principles of resonance and acoustics, and how these relate to singing and the teaching of singing, are explored thoroughly. Students are required to create a “Resources in Voice Pedagogy Notebook,” in which they include assignments designed to promote awareness of the rich array of voice pedagogy publications available, a log of their own voice lessons, and observations of voice lessons from other studios. These assignments prepare the students for the discussion and comparison of teaching styles.
Prerequisite(s): Voice performance or music education majors only.
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APC 414 - Electric Guitar Styles I
1 credit(s)
Introduction to electric guitar technique. Emphasis in Styles I on developing plectrum technique, harmonic concept, jazz scales, and general methodology. One hour weekly.
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APC 415 - Electric Guitar Styles II
1 credit(s)
Emphasis in Styles II on basic improvisational skills, rhythm section, and ensemble work. One hour weekly.
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APC 420 - Communicating with an Audience
1 credit(s)
A course designed to give students information, skill, and practical application in programming and presenting themselves in a variety of concert venues. Topics include programming, presentational and performance skills, repertoire selection, and educational presentations.
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APC 422 - Piano Keyboard Class
2 credit(s)
Advanced-level course that encompasses score reading, accompanying of choral scores, and improvisation. Two hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): APC 323 .
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APC 423 - Building a Music Career
1 credit(s)
Career preparation for instrumental and vocal performance majors beyond the mastery of their technical discipline. The course is in a modular format with each module dealing with a specific area of career development. Some of the topics are résumé writing, auditions, producing a demotape/CD, beginning a solo/chamber music career, and beginning and developing a teaching career.
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APC 450 - Orchestra Repertory Class
1 credit(s)
A course designed to familiarize students with the standard orchestral repertory through actual rehearsal. Wind, brass, and percussion students are grouped together. String students are placed in separate sections for violin, viola, violoncello, and double bass, respectively. The course content covers the major orchestral compositions from Haydn through Stravinsky. One hour weekly.
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APC 451 - Orchestra Repertory Class
1 credit(s)
A course designed to familiarize students with the standard orchestral repertory through actual rehearsal. Wind, brass, and percussion students are grouped together. String students are placed in separate sections for violin, viola, violoncello, and double bass, respectively. The course content covers the major orchestral compositions from Haydn through Stravinsky. One hour weekly.
Prerequisite(s): APC 450 .
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APC 452 - Orchestra Repertory Class
1 credit(s)
A course designed to familiarize students with the standard orchestral repertory through actual rehearsal. Wind, brass, and percussion students are grouped together. String students are placed in separate sections for violin, viola, violoncello, and double bass, respectively. The course content covers the major orchestral compositions from Haydn through Stravinsky. One hour weekly.
Prerequisite(s): APC 451 .
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APC 453 - Orchestra Repertory Class
1 credit(s)
A course designed to familiarize students with the standard orchestral repertory through actual rehearsal. Wind, brass, and percussion students are grouped together. String students are placed in separate sections for violin, viola, violoncello, and double bass, respectively. The course content covers the major orchestral compositions from Haydn through Stravinsky. One hour weekly.
Prerequisite(s): APC 452 .
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APC 480 - Independent Study in Performance Studies
1-4 credit(s)
An independent study project conducted under the direction of an assigned faculty member. Credit determined by scope and nature of project.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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APC 481 - Independent Study in Performance Studies
1-4 credit(s)
An independent study project conducted under the direction of an assigned faculty member. Credit determined by scope and nature of project.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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CHU 112 - Organ Performance Class
0.5 credit(s)
Performance observation, critical analysis, registration problems, performance practices, and general musicianship. One hour weekly. May be repeated for additional credit.
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CHU 113 - Organ Performance Class
0.5 credit(s)
Performance observation, critical analysis, registration problems, performance practices, and general musicianship. One hour weekly. May be repeated for additional credit.
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CHU 312 - Church-Service Playing
2 credit(s)
The standard service music of various churches and its proper performance. Special emphasis given to hymns, their history, their suitability for worship and performance. Two hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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CHU 313 - Church-Service Playing
2 credit(s)
Choral conducting from the console, rehearsal procedure, interpretation of standard anthems and oratorios. Research and study. Two hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): CON 314 or permission of instructor.
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CHU 314 - Liturgies
2 credit(s)
The historical development of liturgies and a study of their music. The function of music in worship; practical analysis of the church musician. Two hours weekly.
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CHU 390 - Special Topics in Liturgical Music
2–3 credit(s)
Selected topics in liturgical music, varying yearly with needs of curriculum and availability of particular faculty.
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CHU 391 - Special Topics in Liturgical Music
2–3 credit(s)
Selected topics in liturgical music, varying yearly with needs of curriculum and availability of particular faculty.
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CHU 415 - Foundations of Organ Performance
2 credit(s)
An introductory course to gain the technical and musical skills of organ playing. Pedal technique, registration, articulation, and touch are emphasized. Two hours weekly. May be repeated for credit once.
Prerequisite(s): Major-level (1) piano skills.
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CHU 460 - Organ Literature
2 credit(s)
A historic survey of organ literature with attention given to works suitable for recital and church service. Works for organ and instruments. Survey of editions and publishers. Two hours weekly.
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CHU 470 - History and Design of the Organ
2 credit(s)
An approach to contemporary organ design based on the study of the great historical schools of organ building. Emphasis given to the function of the organ in relation to organ literature. Discussion of the proper registration of the various schools of organ composition in relation to contemporary organ design. Two hours weekly.
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COM 110 - First Course Composition
3 credit(s)
These courses develop the student’s ability and technique in musical composition and explore concepts of musical language and rhythm. For COM 210 -COM 411 , a weekly individual lesson is taken with a faculty composer. Courses are open to non-music majors by permission of the department chair.
Prerequisite(s): Open to Hartt students only.
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COM 111 - First Course Composition
3 credit(s)
These courses develop the student’s ability and technique in musical composition and explore concepts of musical language and rhythm. For COM 210 -COM 411 , a weekly individual lesson is taken with a faculty composer. Courses are open to non-music majors by permission of the department chair.
Prerequisite(s): COM 110 ; open to Hartt students only.
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COM 210 - Second Course Composition
3 credit(s)
These courses develop the student’s ability and technique in musical composition and explore concepts of musical language and rhythm. For COM 210-COM 411 , a weekly individual lesson is taken with a faculty composer. Courses are open to non-music majors by permission of the department chair.
Prerequisite(s): COM 111 ; open to Hartt students only.
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COM 211 - Second Course Composition
3 credit(s)
These courses develop the student’s ability and technique in musical composition and explore concepts of musical language and rhythm. For COM 210 -COM 411 , a weekly individual lesson is taken with a faculty composer. Courses are open to non-music majors by permission of the department chair.
Prerequisite(s): COM 210 ; open to Hartt students only.
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COM 310 - Third Course Composition
3 credit(s)
These courses develop the student’s ability and technique in musical composition and explore concepts of musical language and rhythm. For COM 210 -COM 411 , a weekly individual lesson is taken with a faculty composer. Courses are open to non-music majors by permission of the department chair.
Prerequisite(s): COM 211 ; open to Hartt students only.
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COM 311 - Third Course Composition
3 credit(s)
These courses develop the student’s ability and technique in musical composition and explore concepts of musical language and rhythm. For COM 210 -COM 411 , a weekly individual lesson is taken with a faculty composer. Courses are open to non-music majors by permission of the department chair.
Prerequisite(s): COM 310 ; open to Hartt students only.
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COM 314 - Composing for the Theatre
3 credit(s)
Students learn the role of music in primarily non-musical theatre performances and compose music within the constraints imposed by theatrical considerations. Students gain knowledge of theatrical production through lecture and discussion with the instructor, Hartt theatre faculty and staff and theatre professionals. Each student gains practical experience by collaborating with a Hartt faculty director and the Hartt Recording Studio in the composing and recording a score for use in a Hartt play production.
Prerequisite(s): COM 211 .
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COM 320 - Compositional Techniques
3 credit(s)
In-depth study of compositional techniques, primarily for composers and theorists. Emphasis on writing and drill instead of analysis, giving the student a foundation in most technical aspects of composition. Course includes some discussion of aesthetics issues and music’s relation to the other arts. Usually offered alternate years.
Prerequisite(s): TH 211 .
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COM 340 - Orchestration
3 credit(s)
The study of acoustic instruments, their techniques and roles in the symphony orchestra. Exercises in arranging music for orchestra and study of works from the standard orchestral repertoire. Three hours weekly.
Prerequisite(s): COM 111 .
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COM 390 - Special Topics in Composition
1–3 credit(s)
Selected topics in composition, varying yearly with needs of curriculum and availability of particular faculty. Credits determined by scope and nature of work required.
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COM 391 - Special Topics in Composition
1–3 credit(s)
Selected topics in composition, varying yearly with needs of curriculum and availability of particular faculty. Credits determined by scope and nature of work required.
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COM 410 - Fourth Course Composition
3 credit(s)
These courses develop the student’s ability and technique in musical composition and explore concepts of musical language and rhythm. For COM 210 -COM 411 , a weekly individual lesson is taken with a faculty composer. Courses are open to non-music majors by permission of the department chair.
Prerequisite(s): COM 311 ; open to Hartt students only.
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COM 411 - Fourth Course Composition
3 credit(s)
These courses develop the student’s ability and technique in musical composition and explore concepts of musical language and rhythm. For CMM 210 -COM 411, a weekly individual lesson is taken with a faculty composer. Courses are open to non-music majors by permission of the department chair.
Prerequisite(s): COM 410 ; open to Hartt students only.
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COM 420 - Directed Studies in Composition
3 credit(s)
Special projects assigned on an individual basis. May be repeated for additional credit.
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COM 421 - Directed Studies in Composition
3 credit(s)
Special projects assigned on an individual basis. May be repeated for additional credit.
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COM 461 - Music Technology I
3 credit(s)
Introduction to traditional and contemporary music notation through the use of Finale. Course work includes the clear notation and copying of excerpts from the published literature as well as student-composed works. Simple, single-line melodies; chamber, choral, percussion, full orchestral, or band scores; as well as the creation of MIDI demonstration recordings and extraction and preparation of parts are covered in depth. Extensive use of computer workstations by students.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
Laboratory fee.
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COM 462 - Music Technology II
3 credit(s)
Introduction to MIDI theory, sequencing, and digital audio through the use of Logic and a variety of software synthesizers and signal-processor plug-ins. Special emphasis on the composition of a variety of pieces in varied styles through the use of the available technology. Class lectures, demonstrations, and extensive laboratory work in the electronic music studio.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
Laboratory fee.
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COM 463 - Music Technology III
3 credit(s)
Directed independent composition or research projects utilizing the facilities of the music technology studios.
Prerequisite(s): COM 462 and permission of instructor.
Laboratory fee.
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COM 466 - Introduction to Computer Music
3 credit(s)
Introduction to fundamentals of digital synthesis, sound editing, sampling, and aesthetic issues of electronic and computer-aided music composition. Topics include construction of timbres using sampling, editing, signal processing, various kinds of synthesis, and interactive composition. Includes introduction to ProTools, Metasynth, Unity Session, and other computer applications.
Prerequisite(s): COM 461 or COM 462 , and permission of instructor.
Laboratory fee.
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COM 468 - Scoring for Film, TV, and Video
3 credit(s)
This course is for composers who are interested in writing music for film and video. Students study the technical aspects of film scoring, including synchronization, SMPTE code, click tracks, stopwatch and free timing, spotting procedures, orchestration, and music software. The aesthetics of film music are studied, and major film scores, past and present, are analyzed. In addition, there is an exploration of the business aspects of film scoring.
Prerequisite(s): COM 462 and permission of instructor.
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COM 470 - Composers’ Seminar
0 credit(s)
A forum for students to discuss issues related to their compositional activities. Topics include new compositions and contemporary composers, the role of the composer in contemporary society, issues of aesthetics and style, and the workings of professional organizations that support composers (e.g., universities, foundations, performing organizations, licensing organizations, etc.). Students have the opportunity to speak with professional composers who will be guests. Composition majors (except doctoral students) are required to enroll every semester.
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COM 471 - Composers’ Seminar
0 credit(s)
A forum for students to discuss issues related to their compositional activities. Topics include new compositions and contemporary composers, the role of the composer in contemporary society, issues of aesthetics and style, and the workings of professional organizations that support composers (e.g., universities, foundations, performing organizations, licensing organizations, etc.). Students have the opportunity to speak with professional composers who will be guests. Composition majors (except doctoral students) are required to enroll every semester.
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COM 472 - Composers’ Ensemble
0.5 credit(s)
This ensemble is required for junior and senior composition majors who are not enrolled in any other ensemble. It is also open to other students with permission of the instructor. Students rehearse existing repertoire as well as new pieces composed by members of the ensemble. Students plan, rehearse, and present one public presentation per semester.
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