Courses listed in this catalog are subject to change through normal academic channels. New courses and changes in existing coursework are initiated by respective departments or programs. Courses numbered 100–199 are primarily for freshmen; 200–299 for sophomores; 300–399 for juniors; 400–499 for seniors. Courses with numbers preceded by zeros represent courses that will appear on the transcript but are not applicable toward graduation requirements.
The Army Officer
Focuses on development of the Army Officer. It is an academically challenging course where you will develop knowledge, skills, and abilities to plan, resource, and assess training at the small unit level. You will also…
American Military History
A historical review and analysis of the development of military strategy and weapons; a detailed study of the history of the United States military; an analysis of contemporary, post-World War II issues; and a study of…
Company Grade Leadership
An academically challenging course where you will develop knowledge, skills, and abilities required of junior officers pertaining to the Army in Unified Land Operations and Company Grade Office roles and responsibilites…
Students design individual plans of study in consultation with a MSCI faculty member. Designed for MSCI students who have excellent records in the department. Prerequisite: Department chair approval. Repeatable for a…
Applied Music Lessons
Private music instruction. Restricted to students with freshman and sophomore standing. May be repeated for credit.
Applied Music Lessons
Private music instruction. Restricted to students with junior standing or higher. May be repeated for credit.
The study of piano will begin with a level commensurate with the skill level of the student. It will include the study of healthy keyboard techniques and pedagogy and artistic expression. Restricted to non-music majors.…
The study of piano will begin with a level comparable to the Bach Two-Part Inventions, classical sonata movements of Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven, Chopin Waltzes, and Bartk Mikrokosmos Vol. IV. Restricted to music…
The study of piano will begin with a level commensurate with the skill level of the student. It will include the study of healthy keyboard techniques and pedagogy and artistic expression. Restricted to non-music majors.…
The study of piano will continue with advanced technique and pedagogy with instruction tailored to the needs of the student and preparation of a public performance of a solo recital. Restricted to music majors and…
Piano Pedagogy Practicum
Practicum experience of the piano pedagogy emphasis in the piano performance program. The practicum includes observation, teaching, recording, and journaling of applied lessons. A pedagogy contract must be submitted to…
Music Essentials
This course presents the rudiments of music (elements of notation, the staff, clefs, scales, chromatic signs, intervals and their inversions, rhythms and rhythmic patterns, time and key signatures, and basic chords and…
Class Piano
Piano instruction for the adult beginner designed to provide the student with basic piano skills. Students learn the fundamentals of music through keyboard patterns (including all major and minor penta-scales, triads,…
Class Voice
A study of basic singing techniques designed for the non-vocal music major. The class includes both individual and group instruction. There is the opportunity to explore different genres of singing with primary focus on…
Piano Proficiency I
The Piano Proficiency I course is the first of three levels designed to provide developing musicians with basic keyboard competency. Specifically, students will develop piano technique and music theory through keyboard…
Aural Skills I
Introduction to the study and development of listening and musicianship skills. This course will cover the applications of moveable-do Solfege and la-based minor, melodic dictation, rhythmic dictation, and sight singing…
Aural Skills II
A continuation of the study and development of listening and musicianship skills. This course will cover the applications of moveable-do solfege and la-based minor, melodic dictation, rhythmic dictation, and sight…
Music Appreciation
Designed for the general student, the course aims to enhance the student146s understanding and enjoyment of music through a survey of Western and non-western musical styles. Activities include: assigned readings,…
Choral Arts
Open to all students and community members, Choral Arts offers singers the opportunity to perform deeply rich, engaging, and varied works in an environment that is welcoming and accommodating. There is no expectation…
Rose Chorale
A treble choral ensemble drawn from all major areas in the university. This ensemble performs two major choral concerts each semester including the "A Viterbo Christmas." This chorale performs a variety of literature,…
Concert Choir
Concert Choir is an auditioned, mixed choral ensemble of 70+ singers drawn from all major areas in the university. The choir performs literature from all musical eras including a wide range of genres and stylistic…
Diamond Edition
A select treble show choir ensemble drawn from all major areas in the college community. Emphasis on performing literature from the pop, rock and Broadway repertoire. Combines voice, movement, and stage presence into…
9th Street Singers
A select, small (12-18 voices) choral ensemble dedicated to performing classical, jazz, Broadway, and pop repertoire. Choreography and solo singing may be included in this versatile organization. Enrollment by audition.…
Theory I
Fundamental melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic elements of music will be explored and developed. Specific content includes the study of melodic and rhythmic notation, meter, tonality/modality, intervals, chords and…
Theory II
Fundamental melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic elements learned in MUSC 151 are further developed. Specific content includes an introduction to form in popular and classical music, melodic analysis, non-chord tones, and…