Presents structure and function of the singing mechanism, current research in physical development, maturation, learning and skill acquisition and the application of these to vocal instruction for individuals and groups; research and class presentations utilizing electronic media; and service-learning vocal instruction experience with area community partners.

Nontraditional Format:

Course includes a service-learning project during the semester that either employs skills or knowledge learned in the course or teaches new skills or knowledge related to course objectives. Students will be involved in the planning and implementation of the project(s) and may spend time outside of the classroom. Students will be engaged in the service-learning component for approximately 25-50% of overall instructional time.

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.