M.M. in Conducting - Instrumental Concentration
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements | ||
| MTC 501 | Music Theory Essentials 1 | 3 |
| MHL 501 | Music History Essentials 2 | 3 |
| MUS 600 | Research Seminar in Music | 2 |
| CON 511 | Applied Instrumental Conducting I | 3 |
| CON 512 | Applied Instrumental Conducting II | 3 |
| CON 513 | Applied Instrumental Conducting III | 3 |
| CON 514 | Applied Instrumental Conducting IV | 3 |
| ENS 514 | Wind Ensemble 3 | 2 |
| or ENS 535 | Symphony Orchestra | |
| CON 613 | Chamber Recital | 2 |
| Concentration Requirements | ||
| CON 611 | Wind Band Literature 2 | 3 |
| or MHL 655 | History Of Orchestral Music | |
| Supportive Electives 1, 2, 4 | 9 | |
| Comprehensive Exit Exam 5 | ||
| Total Minimum Credits Required | 30-36 | |
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A minimum score of 70% on the required Music Theory Assessment Test waives the MTC 501 course requirement. Students scoring below 70% on the Music Theory Assessment Test are required to take MTC 501 prior to enrolling in other Music Theory course(s).
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A minimum score of 70% on the required Music History Assessment Test waives the MHL 501 course requirement. Students scoring below 70% on the Music History Assessment Test are required to take MHL 501 prior to enrolling in other Music History course(s).
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Two (2) semesters required, one (1) credit each.
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Select from Music Theory, Musicology or other music courses. At least six (6) credits must be non-performance academic coursework. 502-level or higher. Selected under advisement.
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Completion of a comprehensive exit examination is required.
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The following is a sample suggested course sequence for this program; course offerings and availability are not guaranteed. Students should consult their academic advisor with any questions.
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester One | Credits | |
| MHL 501 or MTC 501 |
Music History Essentials 1 or Music Theory Essentials |
0-3 |
| CON 511 | Applied Instrumental Conducting I | 3 |
| Supportive Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 6-9 | |
| Semester Two | ||
| MTC 501 or MHL 501 |
Music Theory Essentials 1 or Music History Essentials |
0-3 |
| CON 512 | Applied Instrumental Conducting II | 3 |
| Supportive Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 6-9 | |
| Year Two | ||
| Semester Three | ||
| CON 513 | Applied Instrumental Conducting III | 3 |
| CON 613 | Chamber Recital | 2 |
| ENS 514 or ENS 535 |
Wind Ensemble or Symphony Orchestra |
1 |
| Supportive Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Semester Four | ||
| CON 514 | Applied Instrumental Conducting IV | 3 |
| CON 611 or MHL 655 |
Wind Band Literature or History Of Orchestral Music |
3 |
| ENS 535 or ENS 514 |
Symphony Orchestra or Wind Ensemble |
1 |
| MUS 600 | Research Seminar in Music | 2 |
| Comprehensive Exit Exam | ||
| Credits | 9 | |
| Total Credits | 30-36 | |
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If required. Students who test out of one or both classes will have less than 36 total credits to complete.
