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Music Minor (15 Credits)

TOTAL CREDITS: 15; ONLY GRADES OF ‘C’ OR BETTER WILL COUNT TOWARD THE MINORThe requirements below are a reflection of the most recent degree requirements for the Minor in Music. Please refer to your catalog year for the most accurate degree requirements.

The degree is designed for students with a passion for music who wish to complement their major studies with a comprehensive exploration of musical theory, history, and performance. Upon completing the degree, students will not only enrich their overall academic experience but also gain a deeper appreciation for the art and science of music, enhancing their ability to engage with and contribute meaningfully to the world of music.

Required Courses

  • MUS 205   Theory of Music I (3 credits) [prerequisite: MUS 200 Offered every fall]
  • MUS 215   Sight Singing Ear Training Lab I (1 credit) [corequisite: MUS 205]

Choose one course: 

  • MUS 235  Music History Survey I (3 credits, offered fall semester) [prerequisite: MUS 100 (T1AC) or MUS 120 (T1H) Offered every semester or MUS 200 Offered every fall]
  • MUS 236 Music History Survey II (3 credits, offered spring semester) [prerequisite: MUS 100 (T1AC) or MUS 120 (T1H) Offered every semester or MUS 200 Offered every fall]
  • MUS 335  Introduction to Ethnomusicology (3 credits, offered fall semester) [prerequisite: MUS 235 (offered every fall semester) or MUS 236 (offered every spring semester) or permission of instructor.

Choose two credits of ensemble experience to be chosen from the following:

  • MUS 103   Chorus  (1 credit)
  • MUS 107   Concert Band (1 credit)
  • MUS 113   Music Ensemble (0.5 credit)

Minor Electives

Choose six credits in MUS courses at the 200-level or higher; three credits must be at the 300-level or higher.

 

Please note:  To enroll in Individual Music Lessons, Music Minors must complete an audition.  Please schedule the audition through the Music Minor Lesson Audition form.