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Music (MUS)
A major in music is designed to prepare graduates for careers as music educators (elementary and secondary), private studio teachers and church musicians. The major also provides required academic and performance preparations for graduate study in music. The courses in music theory and music history provide foundations based on the traditions of the past and seek to provide an understanding of practices and expanding tonal concepts of the 20th century. The performing ensembles and courses also provide opportunities for the nonmusic major to enjoy enriching interdisciplinary experiences in music.

The Dakota Wesleyan Choir, Highlanders, Wesleyan Brass, Wesleyan Woodwinds, Wesleyan Bells and Wesleyan University/Community Band provide students various performing opportunities. Grand pianos, studio upright pianos, organs and an inventory of band instruments are available for student and faculty use. An extensive library of compact disks, tapes and LPs is available. Several computerized music composition programs are also available for student and faculty use. Music majors are among those participating in eConnections@DWU, the wireless laptop program.

Dakota Wesleyan University offers Bachelor of Arts degrees in music, music education and church music. A music minor is also available. All music degrees include a common sequence of courses known as the music core.

Music Core
The Bachelor of Arts in music degrees revolve around a common core of courses that identify and develop a significant degree of appreciation, comprehension and performance ability for each student.

Music Core for All Degrees

Bachelor of Arts in Music

Music majors are required to participate in ensembles for a minimum of six semesters.

Each student in this degree program will present a full recital in the senior year, approximately one hour long.

Music Education K-12 Vocal Program
Students interested in teacher certification in K-12 vocal music must complete the following program and exceed the minimum score on the appropriate PRAXIS exam. Exceeding the minimum score of the music education composite exam will also provide certification for the student in instrumental music. For further clarification, see “Education,” speak to your adviser or speak to the education department chair.

EDU300, EDU330SE and MUS 340 must be taken simultaneously.

Vocal music majors are required to participate in choral ensembles for a minimum of six semesters.

Students in this degree program will present a recital in their junior year, approximately 30 minutes long.

Students must pass a keyboard proficiency test by the end of the fifth semester.

K-12 Music Education-Vocal Endorsement
This endorsement requires a teaching major in 7-12, K-8 or K-12. A student may complete the following coursework or exceed the minimum score on the appropriate PRAXIS exam. Exceeding the minimum score will also endorse the candidate in instrumental music. The following courses are only suggested content in preparation for passing the PRAXIS II series test. These classes are not required for this endorsement; see your adviser or the education department chair for any clarification.

Bachelor of Arts in Church Music

*in addition to music core requirements

Church music majors are required to participate in ensembles for a minimum of six semesters.

Minor
The music minor consists of a series of music courses that will identify and develop a significant degree of appreciation, comprehension and performance ability for each student. The following courses are required for completion of the music minor:

Course Descriptions
101/201/301/401 Applied Piano 0-1 hour F,S
Students will receive one half-hour lesson each week. Significant practice time is required. Participation in a student recital and semester jury is required. Students may repeat this course up to four times, and it partially fulfills requirements leading to K-12 certification in vocal music. An additional fee is required.

102/202/302/402 Applied Voice 0-1 hour F,S
Students will receive one half-hour lesson each week. Significant practice time is required. Participation in a student recital and semester jury is required. Students may repeat this course up to four times, and it partially fulfills requirements leading to K-12 certification in vocal music. An additional fee is required.

103/203/202/403 Applied Organ 0-1 hour F,S
Students will receive one half-hour lesson each week. Significant practice time is required. Participation in a student recital and semester jury is required. Students may repeat this course up to four times. An additional fee is required.

104/204/304/404 Applied Instrument 0-1 hour F,S
Students will receive one half-hour lesson each week. Significant practice time is required. Participation in a student recital and semester jury is required. Students may repeat this course up to four times. An additional fee is required.

105 Class Voice 0-1 hour F,S
Students will receive group instruction in voice.

115 Music Theory I 3 hours F
Students will learn tonal harmony in four-part writing using diatonic triads and seventh chords in all inversions. They will analyze musical excerpts related to voice leading, chord use and non-chord tones, and develop keyboard and aural skills. Original compositions and other written projects are required. This course partially fulfills requirements leading to K-12 certification in vocal music.

120 Introduction to Western Music 3 hours F
This course discusses the major trends in music from the late 17th century to the present.
General Education: The Arts

131/231/331 Ensemble 0-1 hour F,S
Various performing ensembles, both vocal and instrumental, will meet. Students may take this class for credit and repeat it up to four times. It may be used to partially fulfill requirements leading to K-12 certification in vocal music.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

215 Music Theory II 3 hours S
Students will learn tonal harmony in four-part writing using chromatically altered chords, secondary dominant and leading tone chords, mode mixture, augmented sixth and Neapolitan chords, and modulation to closely related keys. Students will analyze musical excerpts related to voice leading, chromatic chord use and modulation, and continue to develop keyboard and aural skills. Original compositions and other written projects are required. This course partially fulfills requirements leading to K-12 certification in vocal music.
Prerequisite: MUS 115.

232/332 Dakota Wesleyan Choir 0-1 hour F,S
Membership in the Dakota Wesleyan Choir is open by audition to all students. The choir presents two major concerts each semester, concerts off campus at schools and churches, and occasionally music for special community events. The choir performs music from the Renaissance to the 20th century. Students may take this class for credit up to four times.

233/333 Highlanders 0-1 hour F,S
This is a select vocal performing ensemble, open by audition only. Students may take this class for credit and repeat it up to four times. It may be used to partially fulfill requirements leading to K-12 certification in vocal music.
Prerequisites: Audition and consent of instructor.

240 Introduction to Music Education 3 hours F
This course is an introduction to music teaching and the education profession. Students will consider relevant philosophies and practices; formulate instructional objectives; establish and evaluate learning experiences; and develop instructional techniques for classes, small groups and individuals. Students will develop an initial philosophy of music education and a bibliography. This course partially fulfills requirements leading to K-12 certification in vocal music.

242 Elementary Music Methods and Materials 2 hours S08
Students will learn about general methods and materials for teaching music in the elementary school. Students will consider relevant philosophies and practices; formulate instructional objectives; establish and evaluate learning experiences; and develop instructional techniques for classes, small groups and individuals. The class emphasizes basic musicianship and activities and introduces classroom instruments commonly used. Students will plan and teach sample lessons and develop a bibliography.
A minimum of 15 hours of observation in elementary music classes is required. This course partially fulfills the requirements of EDU 300. This course partially fulfills requirements leading to K-12 certification in vocal music.
Corequisite: EDU 300.
Prerequisite: MUS 240.

250 World Music 3 hours F06
This is a general introduction to the music of the world. Significant time is required to examine and listen to various examples of music of many cultures. Written assignments, including a term paper, are required. This course partially fulfills requirements leading to K-12 certification in vocal music.
General Education: Cultural Awareness

260 Church Service Playing 2 hours TBA
An introduction to methods, techniques and literature for use in accompanying church services, this course will examine liturgical and non-liturgical and traditional and nontraditional services. Significant practice time on organ and piano is required. Practical implementation through participation in college chapel services or community church services is suggested.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

311 Music History I 3 hours F07
Students will study the historical development of music in Western Civilization from the Medieval period to the end of the Baroque. Emphasis is placed on music’s cultural implications, composers, styles and performance practices. Written assignments, including two major papers, are required. This course partially fulfills requirements leading to K-12 certification in vocal music.

312 Music History II 3 hours S08
Students will study the historical development of music in Western Civilization from the middle of the 18th century to the present. This course continues to place an emphasis on music’s cultural implications, composers, styles and performance practices. Written assignments, including two major papers, are required. This course partially fulfills requirements leading to K-12 certification in vocal music.
Prerequisite: MUS 311.

315 Music Theory III 3 hours F
Students will study chromatically altered chords, secondary dominant and leading tone chords, and modulation to distant keys. Students will continue to develop keyboard and aural skills. Original compositions and other written projects are required. This course partially fulfills requirements leading to K-12 certification in vocal music.
Prerequisite: MUS 215.

320 Writing and Arranging for Choral Ensembles 2 hours F06
Students will learn basic principles of scoring, transcribing and arranging music for choral ensembles, including writing and arranging for individual voices, small ensembles and large groups. Written assignments, including one arrangement for voices and instruments, are required. This course partially fulfills requirements leading to K-12 certification in vocal music.
Prerequisite: MUS 315.

330 Vocal Literature and Pedagogy 3 hours S07
This course is designed to help students gain a better understanding of the vocal mechanism, its physiology and correct use. Students will learn basic techniques of singing and methods for teaching singing. This course includes a survey of art songs and vocal literature particularly suited for secondary students. This course partially fulfills requirements leading to K-12 certification in vocal music.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

340 Secondary Choral Methods 3 hours S07
Students will learn methods and materials for developing comprehensive musicianship through choral music. Students will consider the changing voice, choral music repertoire and rehearsal techniques, methods for recruiting and organizing choral ensembles, budgeting, and program administration. A minimum of 30 hours of observation in secondary choral music classrooms is required. This course partially fulfills the requirements for EDU 300 and the requirements leading to K-12 certification in vocal music.
Corequisite: EDU 300.
Prerequisites: EDU 201, MUS 240 and SPD 206.

350 Conducting 3 hours S08
This is a comprehensive course in conducting. Students will learn score reading, score preparation and analysis, and conducting techniques. Preparation and performance of music for the public are required. This course partially fulfills requirements leading to K-12 certification in vocal music.
Prerequisite: MUS 355.

355 Form and Analysis 3 hours S
Students will analyze the compositional processes and structures that comprise music. The class will discuss motive, sequence, phrase, theme, subject and counter-subject, fugue, theme with variation, binary, ternary, rondo, sonata, concerto and suite. Daily written assignments and two term papers are required. This course partially fulfills requirements leading to K-12 certification in vocal music.
Prerequisite: MUS 315.

360 Music for the Church Year 3 hours TBA
This course is an in-depth study of the church year, its important days and festivals, and the use of music within the church environment. Students will study hymns and music literature for vocal and instrumental solos, organ, adult and children’s choirs, bell choirs and small ensembles. Written assignments, including a complete plan of music for an entire church year, are required.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

362 Church Music Administration 2 hours TBA
This course is a practical overview of the basic requirements and responsibilities of administering a church music program. It includes overall program development; methods and techniques of recruiting and using volunteers; budget development; budget reinforcement and justification; and allocation of time and music resources. Written assignments are required.

400 Special Projects in Music 3 hours F,S
This course is offered on an individual basis. The projects will vary according to the needs and interests of the student enrolled.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

460 Independent Study in Music 1-3 hours F,S
The course will be offered on an independent research basis. The content will vary according to the needs and interests of the student enrolled.