Percussion methods course for music therapy majors that will cover the following topics: introduction of African percussion instruments, tone production techniques, the djembe drum, the Afro-Cuban conga and quinto. In addition, the course covers an introduction to the drumset, drumset improvisation, and performance techniques.

An overview of jazz curriculum development, rehearsal techniques, and performance for secondary school teachers and prospective teachers.

Functional guitar skills and repertoire appropriate for use in therapeutic work.

Nontraditional Format:

Required of all music therapy majors.

Basic principles and methods of guitar performance and pedagogy.

Basic instrumentation for all instruments (including basic vocal types) involving ranges, characteristics, and basic arranging.

The history of western music from the Classical style period to the present day.

History of western music from its beginnings through the Baroque era.

Elementary exercises and study of composition for non-music majors and music majors not majoring in composition.

Independent research topics directed by a faculty member at the masters level.

Current trends and issues in music education, the historical and social foundations of American music education, music education bibliography, and the role of research in music education.