Performance (Vocal) (BA Degree)

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The major Bachelor of Arts in Performance, Vocal consists of 73 hours and does not require a minor. A minimum grade of “C” must be earned in all courses listed under Major Studies and Area Specific Studies and Ensembles, with the exception of Studio Lessons, where a minimum grade of “B” must be earned.

Note: Concert Attendance (MUSI 001) is required any term the student is taking Studio Lessons.

Dismissal from Program

If a student is unable to successfully pass on the second attempt Biology 210, Music 241 and 371, or a required course listed under Major Studies, he or she will be dismissed from the program. A student may also be dismissed from the program at the discretion of the music faculty for reasons including, but not limited to, a pattern of poor academic performance; observed deficits in interpersonal, critical thinking, or music skills; unacceptable personal responsibility or professional behavior; or lack of necessary skills, insight, or understanding related to pursuing a career or further study in music performance. Please refer to the Horton School of Music handbook for related policies.

Performance (Vocal) (73 hours) + Liberal Arts Core (47 hours)

Liberal Arts Core (47 hours)

See Liberal Arts Core (LAC) for all bachelor degrees ; must include the following courses:
MUSI 241 - Introduction to Language Diction (3 hour(s))
MUSI 228 - Music Technology I (3 hour(s))
MUSI 371 - Music History and Literature I (3 hour(s))
BIOL 210L - Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory (1 hour(s))
BIOL 210 - Human Anatomy and Physiology (3 hour(s))
MATH 105 - Introduction to Mathematical Structures (3 hour(s)) or higher satisfies the Liberal Arts Core requirement for Mathematics for this major

Major Studies (32 hours)

MUSI 095-20 - Studio Proficiency (0 hour(s))
MUSI 095-30 - Piano Proficiency (0 hour(s))
MUSI 100 - Admitted to the Horton School of Music (0 hour(s))
MUSI 198 - Musicianship I (3 hour(s))
MUSI 199 - Musicianship II (3 hour(s))
MUSI 298 - Musicianship III (3 hour(s))
MUSI 299 - Musicianship IV (3 hour(s))
MUSI 301 - Elementary Conducting (2 hour(s))
MUSI 302 - Advanced Conducting (2 hour(s))
MUSI 345 - Music Composition and Arranging (3 hour(s))
MUSI 360 - Recital (0 -1 hour(s))
MUSI 372 - Music History and Literature II (3 hour(s))
MUSI 445 - Pedagogy (3 hour(s))
(Course extension number is instrument specific: i.e. 32- Voice, 30- Piano)
MUSI 460 - Advanced Recital (2 hour(s))

Area Specific Studies: Voice Performance (41 hours)

MUSI 316 - Advanced Language Diction I (2 hour(s))
MUSI 317 - Advanced Language Diction II (2 hour(s))
THEA 324 - Acting the Song (3 hour(s))
MUSI 471 - Performance Literature (3 hour(s))
Studio Voice
(14 hours)

(8 semesters of Studio Lessons required including 4 semesters at the 400 level)

Studio Piano
(7 hours)

(May include 4 hours of

MUSI 151 30 - Group Piano I

MUSI 152 30 - Group Piano II

MUSI 251 30 - Group Piano III

MUSI 252 30 Group Piano IV

Ensembles
(7 hours)

(Must include 4 hours of Concert Singers, 1 hour of Lyric Theater, and 1 hour of Collaborative Artistry)

Foreign Language (3 hours)
Foreign Languages may be selected from Spanish, French, German or Italian, or other approved language. Students must take a placement exam.

Note:

Graduation Credit Hour Requirements

All students must earn a minimum of 120 credit hours to graduate.
Students who have taken MATH 099 or ENGL 099 must complete at least 124 credit hours.
Students who have taken both MATH 099 and ENGL 099 must complete at least 128 credit hours.
All students must also satisfy the Residency Requirements as outlined in this catalog.