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  Jun 10, 2025
 
2011-2012 USC Union Bulletin 
    
2011-2012 USC Union Bulletin [Archived Catalog]

Music, B.M. (Music Education - Choral Emphasis)


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Learning Outcomes School of Music 
Curriculum  

Learning Outcomes


  • Candidates will perform on their primary instrument a series of jury exams. Each exam will engage the candidate in performance of a wide array of musical styles reflective of undergraduate-level literature.
  • Candidates will demonstrate fundamental piano skills, including performing, transposing, harmonizing, and sight-reading at levels appropriate for undergraduate music majors.
  • Candidates with a performance or jazz studies emphasis will perform one half-recital and one-full recital on their primary instrument. Each recital will consist of a wide array of musical styles reflective of undergraduate-level repertoire, and will engage the candidate in performing both solo pieces and works for chamber ensembles.
  • Candidates in music education will demonstrate the ability to plan level-appropriate lessons and execute plans successfully in authentic teaching contexts in their area of specialty (band, choir, orchestra, elementary).

Curriculum


See School of Music  for information about entrance requirements, progression requirements, and special academic opportunities.

Additional information is available in the “Academic Regulations” chapter of this bulletin, the School of Music’s Handbook for Undergraduate Students, or from the Office of Music Studies.

Music, B.M. (Music Education - Instrumental Emphasis), Music, B.M. (Music Education - Choral Emphasis)


Degree Requirements (132 Hours)


1. General Education Requirements (38 Hours)


English (6 Hours)


Numerical and Analytical Reasoning (6 hours)


Arts and Sciences (Curriculum I) (12 Hours)


Must include:


  • 3 hours in history
  • 3 hours in fine arts (must include MUSC 455  - History of Western Music III)

Natural Sciences (7-8 Hours)


Nonmusic electives (6-7 Hours)


Must include demonstration of proficiency in one foreign language equivalent to the minimal passing grade in the 110 or 121 course.

Choral Emphasis


2. Music Requirements (49 Hours)


Applied music (primary instrument) (14 Hours)


(1 Hour)


    (16 hours)


      (6 Hours)


        (4 hours)


          Ensembles (8 Hours)


          3. Music Education Requirements (23 Hours)


          Courses required for choral emphasis

          Applied music (secondary instrument) (8 Hours)


          (4 Hours)


            (4 Hours)


            • MUED 104P
            • MUSC 359 

            (7 Hours)


              4. Professional Education Requirements (22 hours)


              (10 Hours)


                Directed Teaching (12 Hours)


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