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MANHATTANVILLE COLLEGE MUSIC DEPARTMENT
ADVISING MANUAL
Welcome to the Music Department - Fall 2014
From the Music Department faculty and staff, welcome to the Music Department’s Fall 2014 semester! This handbook is
primarily intended to help music majors navigate their paths toward successful degree completion, but the information
herein will be also useful to all students interested in music studies. Listed below are these five undergraduate majors, one
graduate degree, and the professors associated with each area:
B. A. in Music
B. A. in Music Business
B. A. in Music Technology
B. F. A. in Musical Theatre
B. M. in Music Education
M. A. T. in Music Education
(Prof. Mel Comberiati or Prof. Olivier Fluchaire)
(Prof. Harvey Rachlin)
(Prof. Geoffrey Kidde)
(Prof. Mark Cherry)
(Prof. Jerry Kerlin)
(Prof. Jerry Kerlin)
On pages 16-32 you will find the requirements for these degrees, as well as a sample guide to how one may complete these
requirements in 8 semesters. The M. A. T. can be completed in 4 semesters, or, if combined with the B. M., in 2 semesters
as an accelerated honors track. To understand the details of these degrees, or if you can’t find the information you’re
looking for in this handbook, contact one of the professors listed above. We are here to help!
The Music Department encourages all students to take advantage of one or more of our numerous performance
opportunities (majors and non-majors alike are welcome in every group). Performing in one of our ensembles is not only
fun and satisfying, it’s also a great way to earn college credit. On page 13 you will find more detailed information about
these ensembles:
Manhattanville College Community Orchestra (directed by Carl Bettendorf)
Manhattanville College Chorus (directed by John Cuk)
Manhattanville College Vocal Chamber Ensemble (directed by John Cuk)
Manhattanville College Wind Ensemble (directed by Terry Reynolds)
Manhattanville College Community Jazz Ensemble (directed by Terry Reynolds)
Manhattanville College Small Jazz Ensemble (directed by Jay Azzolina)
Mnhattanville Electronic Music Band (directed by Jeremy Goldsmith)
Quintessentials (directed by Mark Cherry)
Musical Theatre Ensemble (directed by Mark Cherry)
Manhattanville College Percussion Ensemble
Chamber Ensembles (directed by Olivier Fluchaire and Flora Kuan)
Opportunities for performance in Musical Theatre also include Cabaret Performance Workshop, and Music Theater
Productions. Additional performance opportunities include the Informal Recital Series and the Midday Library Music Series.
The Music Department offers private instrumental and vocal instruction from highly qualified professional musicians for the
additional fee of $500 for 1/2 credit and $1000 for 1 credit. Please see Ms. Kathy DiBernardo in the Music Department
Office (Music Building, Room 103) to sign up for lessons, and for general questions about contacting faculty, FACO forms,
etc. As do all the opportunities listed above, music lessons offer students the potential for artistic, intellectual and
emotional growth. The music faculty hopes you will take advantage of these opportunities, as we build together a vibrant,
supportive and nurturing music-making community.
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2013-2014 MANHATTANVILLE COLLEGE MUSIC FACULTY
FULL-TIME FACULTY:
Francis Brancaleone
Professor of Music
Music Theory, Keyboard Harmony, Piano and Organ Instruction, College Organist
(On sabbatical fall 2014)
Mark Cherry
Visiting Lecturer and Artist-in-Residence for Musical Theatre
Musical Theatre, Cabaret, The Quintessentials, Ensemble
Carmelo Comberiati
Professor of Music
Music History, Ethnomusicology, Early Music
Olivier Fluchaire
Assistant Professor
Music History, Music Theory, String Rudiments, Violin Instruction, Ensemble
Jerry Kerlin
Associate Professor of Music
Music Education, Music Theory, World Musics
Geoffrey Kidde
Professor of Music, Music Department Chair
Music Technology, Music Theory, Music Composition
Harvey Rachlin
Music Business Coordinator
Music Business Internship Supervisor
ADJUNCT FACULTY:
Jay Azzolina
Michael Bartoli
Carl Bettendorf
Diana Canova
Ronald Cappon
Lyndon Christie
John Cuk
Faith Esham
Tom Freas
Jeremy Goldsmith
Diane Guernsey
Neil Haiduck
Harold Jones
Flora Kuan
Victor Lionti
James Lorusso
Beverly Meyer
Christoper Pfund
Terry Reynolds
Jane Seaman
Andrew Swift
Patricia Walker
Jeongeun Yom
Adjunct Lecturer, Musician
Adjunct Lecturer
Adjunct Lecturer
Musician
Adjunct Lecturer, Musician
Musician
Adjunct Lecturer
Adjunct Lecturer, Musician
Musician
Adjunct Lecturer
Adjunct Lecturer, Musician
Musician
Musician
Adjunct Lecturer, Musician
Musician
Adjunct Lecturer, Musician
Musician
Musician
Adjunct Lecturer, Musician
Adjunct Lecturer
Musician
Adjunct Lecturer, Musician
Musician
Jazz Studies, Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Guitar Instruction
Musical Theatre
Orchestra, Instrumental Conducting
Voice Instruction
Voice Instruction
Bass Instruction
Chorus, Vocal Ensemble, Choral Conducting
Voice Instruction
Trumpet Instruction
Music Technology Studies
Vocal Accompanist, Piano Instruction
Clarinet and Saxophone Instruction
Flute Instruction
Keyboard Harmony, Music Theory, Piano Instruction, Ensemble
Viola Instruction
Guitar Instruction
Vocal and Musical Theatre Accompanist
Voice Instruction
Jazz, Wind and Brass Ensembles
Musical Theatre
Percussion Instruction
Wind and Brass Rudiments, French Horn Instruction
Chorus, Vocal, and Instrumental Accompanist
Kathryn DiBernardo, Music Department Coordinator
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
1—4
Welcome
Faculty
Table of Contents
How to be Successful as a Music Major: A Guide to Advising
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2
3
4
I.
DEPARTMENTAL HONORS
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II.
CLASS, LESSON ATTENDANCE, REHEARSAL SPACE POLICIES AND
PROCEDURE FOR CHANGING TEACHERS
5
III.
CONCERT ATTENDANCE POLICY
6
IV.
PROCEDURES FOR SENIOR RECITALS
7
V.
PROCEDURES FOR VOCAL COACHING
8
VI.
SATISFACTORY PROGRESS TOWARDS DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
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VII.
UNDERGRADUATE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
11
VIII. SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR MUSIC MAJORS
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IX.
PERFORMING ORGANIZATIONS
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X.
STUDENT LEARNING OBJECTIVES IN THE MUSIC DEPARTMENT
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XI.
MUSIC MINOR REQUIREMENTS
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XII.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS AND RECOMMENDED SEQUENCE OF COURSES
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
XIII.
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BACHELOR OF ARTS: Major in Music
BACHELOR OF ARTS: Major in Music Business
BACHELOR OF ARTS: Major in Music Technology
BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS: Major in Music Theatre
BACHELOR OF MUSIC: Major in Music Education
BACHELOR OF MUSIC: Major in Music Education combined with
MASTER OF ARTS IN TEACHING: Music Education
Five-year Accelerated Honors Program
G. MASTERS OF ARTS IN TEACHING (MAT Program)
H. CERTIFICATION IN MUSIC EDUCATION (CERT Program)
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24
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31
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PROCEDURES FOR MUSIC BUSINESS INTERNSHIPS
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XIV. SENIOR EVALUATION REQUIREMENTS
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XV.
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THE SENIOR COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION
XVI. REQUESTING RECOMMENDATIONS
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XVII. MUSIC DEPARTMENT UNDERGRADUATE AWARDS
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How to be Successful as a Music Major: A Guide to Advising
This Manual is the reference guide to the Manhattanville College Music Department, containing
information about requirements, policies, resources, departmental structure, and special opportunities.
Although designed especially to assist music majors, the manual may also serve as a source of
information for other students, faculty, advisors, and administrators.
What the Music Major Should Know (The Essential Starting Points):
The following general requirements are explained in detail either within this Manual or within the Music
Department web site.
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All Music Majors must complete the Music Major Information Sheet each semester (available in
the Music Department Office).
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All Music Majors require 120 credits to graduate and must pursue specific sequences of courses
in their academic programs (see Degree Requirements and Recommended Sequence of Courses
for a specific degree program). A grade of at least C- is required for credit towards the Music
Major, except in the Senior Seminar courses, which require a minimum grade of C.
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A successful audition is required for the B.A. in Music, the B.Mus. in Music Education, B.F. A. in
Musical Theatre and the B.A. in Music Technology. Audition requirements are posted on the
Music Department Web Page. All music majors must take a Music Theory Placement Exam.
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All Music Majors in the B.A. in Music, B.Mus. in Music Education and B.F.A. in Musical Theatre
must meet ongoing performance requirements (see Undergraduate Performance Requirements
and Applied Music Requirements for the B.A. in Music).
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All Music Majors are required to meet the Concert Attendance Requirements each semester to
remain majors in good standing (see Concert Attendance Requirements).
•
All Music students must follow the Classroom Attendance Policies for classes, ensembles and
applied music lessons (see Class and Lesson Attendance Policies).
•
All Music Majors must complete the Sophomore Review for Satisfactory Progress toward
Degree Requirements to be considered as a major and to receive approval for the first portfolio
review (see Satisfactory Progress towards Degree Requirements).
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All Music Majors must complete a successful Senior Evaluation (see Senior Evaluation
Requirements and The Senior Comprehensive Examination).
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All B. A. in Music Business Majors must complete one semester of Internship and the Internship
Seminar in Music Business, with associated internship hours. These cannot be completed in the
same semester (see Procedures for an Internship in Music Business).
Members of the Music Faculty are available to assist with understanding requirements, but it is each
student's responsibility to meet the requirements for the Music Major.
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I.
DEPARTMENTAL HONORS
Upon recommendation of the Music Faculty, Departmental Honors are conferred upon graduating seniors
who have maintained a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 in departmental courses, receive a minimum
grade of A- for the Senior Evaluation, and have made significant contributions to the activities of the Music
Department.
II. CLASS, LESSON ATTENDANCE, REHEARSAL SPACE POLICIES AND PROCEDURE FOR CHANGING TEACHERS
A. Classroom Attendance:
Students are expected to attend all class meetings and to participate in all activities in those meetings. In the
event that an unavoidable absence is necessary, the student is expected to notify the instructor in advance
of the class meeting and to provide a legitimate excuse for that absence.
Unless otherwise indicated by the instructor, the following policies apply:
• For a course that meets twice a week, more than two unexcused absences will lower the grade.
• For a course that meets once a week, more than one unexcused absence will lower the grade.
• Repeated lateness disrupts the class and habitual latecomers may not be permitted into the class.
Arriving late for class twice will be considered as one absence.
The Music Department reserves the right to dismiss students from the department based on severe
attendance problems.
B. Attendance at Applied Music Lessons:
Students enrolled in Applied Music Courses are expected to attend all scheduled lessons and any master
class/clinics offered by the Music Department for your instrument. Also, all students taking lessons are
required to play at a music jury at the end of the semester during finals week. Make your travel plans with
that in mind. Missing the jury will result in a grade of “F” for the semester.
Note: Instructors are under no obligation to make up lessons missed by the student and should not be asked
to schedule make-up lessons. However, any lesson missed due to the absence of the instructor should be
made up at a time convenient to both the student and the instructor.
In the event that an unavoidable absence is necessary, the student is expected to notify the instructor in
advance of the lesson time and to explain the absence. More than two unexcused absences per semester
will lower the grade and may lead to dismissal from lessons.
C. Rehearsal Space:
The Music Department has 10 dedicated rehearsal rooms containing pianos – five of which face an outside
wall and have windows. These rooms are open whenever the building is open. They are available to
Manhattanville students at all times except during performances in Pius X Hall or if class rooms 112, 24 and
7 are being used for teaching, and the sound of practicing in the closest practice rooms is disturbing to those
classes.
Classrooms are for teaching and are not to be used for practice by students. Their use is scheduled either by
the Registrar’s Office and the Music Office.
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Pius X Recital Hall is a designated, showcase performance space. As such, the instruments, equipment and
space need to be maintained in the best possible condition at all times. It may be used for ensemble
rehearsals, classes, or lectures only. However, when preparing for performances in that space, students
may reserve and use a limited amount of rehearsal time by a written request from their private teacher to
the Music Department Coordinator, who then assigns them a time. For a performance on an Informal
Recital, students will be allowed 20/30 minutes a day or two before the performance. For a Graduation
Recital, the student may secure up to 4 hours of rehearsal time with or without an accompanist.
Teacher’s Offices/Studios in the Music Building are off limits at all times except for those Faculty/Staff
authorized to use them.
Students interested in the use of the Berman Center rehearsal/performance facilities should contact the
Music Department office for more information.
III. CONCERT ATTENDANCE POLICY
Attendance at Concerts and Recitals for Music Majors:
The Music Department considers attendance at events and concerts to be a vital part of all students’ musical
training and an indication of commitment to the major. To remain in good standing, students must attend
(in their entirety) a total of six approved on-campus concerts and recitals each semester.
Attendance is compulsory for all music majors at the following events:
1. One Faculty Concert or designated event each semester.*
2. At least two large ensemble concerts each semester, selected from: Chorus, Orchestra, Wind Ensemble
or Community Jazz Ensemble.
3. At least one Informal Student Recital each semester.
4. At least one additional concert or recital each semester.
5. One small ensemble or senior recital concert.
Music majors are expected to make up any absence by attending other on-campus concerts or, with prior
approval, off-campus concerts. Students may not shift concert attendance from semester to semester to
make up deficiencies. Any questions regarding concert attendance may be directed to the Music Office.
Failure to fulfill this requirement may result in the student not being considered for Departmental Awards,
Scholarships, or being recommended as an appropriate Music Department representative for College or
outside events.
*Should absence from these events prove unavoidable, the student is expected to provide a written
explanation for the absence to the Chair of the Music Department and a plan to substitute attendance at a
comparable concert.
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IV. PROCEDURES FOR SENIOR RECITALS
Students presenting a recital for credit toward a degree program in the music major must register for applied
music lessons and MUH 4494A/B (fall or spring) during the semester in which the recital is presented. The
Recital Participation Form is available as a link on the Music Department web page and in the Music Department
Office.
1. Deadlines for the submission of materials will follow guidelines presented in MUH 4494A/B; however the
proposed program, signed by the applied music teacher, must be presented in class for departmental
approval by October 1 (fall) or February 1 (spring).
2. After departmental approval, the concert program must be properly formatted for publication. This work is
supervised as part of the Senior Recital course and must be forwarded to the Music Department Office no
later than two weeks before the recital date, after which the Department prints the program book. Missing
the deadline for submission could require the rescheduling of the recital to the following semester.
3. Students are encouraged to prepare professional quality Program Notes for their own recitals. The web links
below are for resources and guidance for the preparation of the notes. The student is responsible for
preparing and formatting camera-ready copy of the final materials. The due dates for completed program
notes are October 15 (fall) and March 15 (spring)
4. Recitals should run for 60-70 minutes, and are scheduled back to back; half-recitals are 35-40 minutes. Be
sure that all family and friends have directions to the hall, and that everyone is aware that there may be a
recital directly afterwards.
5. Should you wish to have your recital recorded, you may contact the Music Department Office for contact
information for approved recording engineers. It is your responsibility to negotiate payment directly with the
engineer. Please allow sufficient time to secure services for the date. At least three weeks is suggested.
6. Your recital will be graded by Music Department faculty, whose notes will be available to you for review. The
recital grade will stand as the jury portion of your applied music grade for the semester of the performance
and you are not required to perform a jury during the semester that you give a recital.
7. Departmental accompanists are available for recitals required as part of a degree program. The College pays
the accompanist $175.00 for a recital. The student’s responsibility is an additional $175.00 for his or her
recital. The fee includes the recital and one dress rehearsal, and is due the day of the dress rehearsal. If a
student performs an elective recital, it is the responsibility of the student to find and compensate an
accompanist.
8. Rehearsal time and space with an accompanist will be made available during the semester of the recital, but
use of Pius X Recital Hall must be scheduled in the Music Department Office.
Resources: You may find the guides for the format and style of notes helpful at the following web sites at The
University of Puget Sound:
Style Guide for Instrumental Recital Programs: http://www.pugetsound.edu/academics/departments-andprograms/undergraduate/music/for-current-students/recitals/instrumental-style-guide/
Style Guide for Vocal Recital Programs: http://www.pugetsound.edu/academics/departments-andprograms/undergraduate/music/for-current-students/recitals/vocal-style-guide/
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V. PROCEDURES FOR VOCAL COACHING
Manhattanville’s Music Department provides three coaching accompanists for students taking voice class or
voice lessons. In order to get the most out of your coaching, you should: have legible copies of your music
for your coach (making sure that you have not cut off the bass line at the bottom of the page and that the
piece is in the correct key for you); be warmed up and ready to sing; arrive on time; try to familiarize
yourself with the composers' dates and stylistic eras, but don't be afraid to ask questions during the
session; try to come for at least three consecutive coaching sessions at least once per term. Obviously, the
more often and consistently you attend coaching sessions, the better your progress and final results will be.
PLEASE DO NOT ASSUME THAT THE ACCOMPANISTS WILL PLAY RECITALS OR JURIES FOR STUDENTS WITH
WHOM THEY HAVEN'T WORKED PREVIOUSLY!
Procedures for MUA 1003-1004: Voice Class I and II
Students in both sections of voice class are required to meet regularly with Jeonguen Yom as described in
class materials. Coaching sessions can be scheduled directly with Ms. Yom.
Coaching Procedures for Voice Lessons:
Students are required to attend at least six coaching sessions per semester. Sign-up sheets are posted
weekly with 15-minute time slots. Time slots are limited, so if you are ill or cannot attend for any other
reason, you must take your name off the list (preferably in advance) or call the Music Office (ext. 5260) so
that the slot may be made available to another student.
Diane Guernsey and Beverly Meyer are the coaches for voice students for the applied music lesson. Either
one will be happy to help you with any of your songs. If you can't come to ANY regularly scheduled coaching
sessions, let the coaches know and other times for sessions will be scheduled.
Other Vocal Coaching:
During the semester, there are informal recitals, competitions, and juries. You must notify Ms. Guernsey,
Ms. Meyer or Ms. Yom at least TWO WEEKS prior to the event of your intention to perform, and you must
have had coaching sessions on the song(s) in advance.
Accompanist fee for competitions (such as the Arlene Kaplan) is $100 to be paid on the day of the
competition. This fee includes one rehearsal. The student portion of the accompanist fee for Senior
Recitals is $175.00. The fee includes one dress rehearsal and is due the day of the dress rehearsal.
If you are performing a Junior or Senior Recital, please confirm your accompanist as early as possible, and
communicate to that accompanist when you get your concert date and program set.
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VI.
SATISFACTORY PROGRESS TOWARDS DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
The Sophomore Review determines whether each student is making satisfactory progress necessary for
success as a music major. Each student is reviewed by his or her music department advisor in core areas of
the music curriculum during their third semester at the college, or, for transfer students, at the end of
their first semester at Manhattanville. All students will be evaluated for satisfactory grades in required
music theory courses. Students in the Bachelor of Music (Music Education) program and in the Bachelor of
Arts (Major in Music) program will also be evaluated for satisfactory progress in their major performing
vehicle and on the piano.
Satisfactory progress is required in order to maintain standing as music major. The Sophomore Review
focuses on both theoretical and practical areas music to determine if students can proceed to upper level
courses.
Students who do not demonstrate satisfactory progress may be asked to withdraw from the music
program or may be given the option to continue with provisional status. Provisional status requires the
retaking of courses and either additional time or summer study for the completion of the degree.
Students transferring to Manhattanville with 40 or more credits should be on track to meet the same
requirements. They will be reviewed at the end of their first semester of full time study at the College. The
following list summarizes the levels of satisfactory progress for each of the music degree programs:
B.A. in Music
• B.A. Major in Music students should be on schedule to complete MUT 2043: Music Theory IV, MUT 2044:
Keyboard Harmony IV, MUT 2022: Ear Training IV, and either MUH 2011 or MUH 2012 (Survey of Western
Music I or II) by the end of the second year of study.
• B.A. Major in Music students should be on schedule to complete their fourth semester of one-hour applied
study (4 credits) by the end of the second year of study. The applied music jury will be used to determine if
satisfactory progress toward preparation for a full Senior Recital has been made.
• B.A. Major in Music students (major instrument other than piano) should be on schedule to complete their
fourth semester of half-hour study of piano (2 credits) by the end of the second year of study. The applied
music jury will be used to determine if satisfactory progress toward competency on piano as a secondary
instrument has been met. Students not meeting satisfactory progress will be required to continue study.
B.A. in Music Business
• B.A. Major in Music Business students should be on schedule to complete at least two Music Business courses,
two Music History courses, and two required ECO or MGT courses by the end of the second year of study.
• B.A. Major in Music Business students should be on schedule to complete MUT 1033: Theory II, MUT 1034:
Keyboard Harmony II, and MUT 2021: Ear Training II by the end of the second year of study.
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B.A. in Music Technology
• B.A. Major in Music Technology students should be on schedule to complete MUT 2043: Music Theory IV, MUT
2044: Keyboard Harmony IV, MUT 2022: Ear Training IV, and either MUH 2011 or MUH 2012 (Survey of
Western Music I or II) by the end of the second year of study.
• B. A. Major in Music Technology students should be on schedule to complete three semesters of Music
Technology courses: MUAT 1007: MIDI and Music; MUAT 2011:Audio Production; and MUAT 2021: Computer
Music. Additionally, students at this level should be on schedule to complete one of the following: MAC 1003:
Make Movies & Games in Alice, MAC 1005: Programming Worlds—Animation and Games, COMM 2050: Intro
to Digital Media and TV Production COMM 4025: Topics in Advanced TV Video) .
B.F.A. in Musical Theatre
• B.F.A. in Musical Theatre students should be on schedule to complete DTH 1000: Creative Process; DTH 1001:
Acting I; DTH 1500: Stage Craft; DTH 2013 Acting II; DTH 4012: Voice & Speech II; DTH 4121: Dance for Musical
Theatre; 2 Semesters of Ballet/Modern Dance Technique; DTH 4400A Production Practicum (at least 1
Semester) by the end of the second year of study.
• B.F.A. in Musical Theatre students should be on schedule to complete MUT 1033: Theory II, MUT 1034:
Keyboard Harmony II, MUT 2021: Ear Training II, MUA 2071 or 2072:Cabaret Performance Workshop, MUA
2227: Acting for Musical Theatre, and MUH 2235: History of American Musical Theater by the end of the
second year of study.
• B.F.A. in Musical Theatre students should be on schedule to complete their fourth semester of MUA 1003-1004
Voice Class and/or one-hour applied study in voice (4 credits) by the end of the second year of study. The
applied music jury will be used to determine if satisfactory progress towards preparation for participation in
Musical Theatre productions has been made.
• B.F.A. in Musical Theatre students should be on schedule to complete two credits of piano study (class or
private lessons) by the end of the second year of study.
B.Mus. in Music Education
• B.Mus. in Music Education students should be on schedule to complete MUH.2011: Survey of Western Music I,
EDU.2000: Fundamentals of Schools and Teaching, and EDU.2010: Educating Learners with Diverse Needs by
the end of the second year.
• B.Mus. in Music Education students should be on schedule to complete MUT.2043: Music Theory IV,
MUT.3021: Ear Training IV, and MUT.2044: Keyboard Harmony IV by the end of the second year.
• B.Mus. in Music Education students should be on schedule to complete a fourth semester of one-hour applied
study (4 undergraduate credits) by the end of the second year. The applied music jury will be used to determine
if satisfactory progress has been made toward preparation for a half Senior Recital.
• B.Mus. in Music Education students (major instrument other than piano) should be on schedule to complete a
fourth semester of half-hour piano study (2 undergraduate credits) by the end of the second year. The applied
music jury will be used to determine if satisfactory progress has been made toward competency on piano as a
secondary instrument. Students not making satisfactory progress will be required to continue piano study.
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VII.
UNDERGRADUATE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Candidates for the B.A. in Music, the B.F.A. in Musical Theatre, or the B.Mus. in Music Education:
For Major Performing Vehicle:
Freshman and Sophomore years:
• At least one solo or ensemble appearance each semester on an approved public recital or
concert.
Junior year:
• At least one solo appearance each semester on an approved public recital or concert.
• At least one ensemble appearance each semester on an approved public recital or concert.
Senior year:
Candidates for B.A. in Music,
• Perform a full-length juried solo recital on the major performing vehicle (usually spring
semester).
• Make at least one ensemble appearance each semester on an approved public recital or concert.
B.F.A. n Musical Theatre
• Perform a full-length juried recital (usually during spring semester).
• Make at least one ensemble appearance each semester on an approved public recital or concert.
Candidates for B.Mus. in Music Education
• Perform a half- or full-length juried solo recital on the major performing vehicle (usually fall
semester).
• Make at least one ensemble appearance each semester on an approved public recital or concert.
Juried recitals require the written approval of both the student's applied music instructor and the Music
Department Chair (see Recital Participation Permission Form on line).
Candidates for the B.A. in Music Business and for the B.A. in Music Technology:
Students are encouraged to develop performance skills on at least one instrument or voice. The
Department recommends that all music majors enroll regularly for applied music lessons and take part in
public recitals and concerts.
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Master Classes and Clinics:
• All matriculated music majors are required to participate in Master Classes or Clinics as offered
by their respective applied music teachers.
Jury Examinations:
• Applied music jury examinations will be held each semester during exam week.
• All students enrolled in applied music lessons are required to take a jury examination on each
instrument or in voice at the end of the semesters during which the study took place.
• Students are expected to prepare three works and/or the equivalent for the exam.
• Students can be excused from a jury examination only for medical or special circumstances and
with the approval of the Dean of Studies and Music Department Chair.
• The Jury grade counts for 50% of the term's final Applied Music grade.
• Written Jury evaluations are kept on file in the Music Department office and students may read
their evaluation forms.
VIII. SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR MUSIC MAJORS
Community Outreach:
A significant part of the mission of Manhattanville College is to encourage service to the community.
Music students can take an active role in such service during the course of the year by performing or
teaching at any one of a number of public and/or private charitable, educational, or health institutions in
the area. Please contact the Music Department Chair for more information.
Departmental Volunteer Activities: Manhattanville has been fortunate over the years to have caring and
loyal students who have contributed their time and talents to serve the needs of the Department as
ushers, stage managers, attendance and ticket takers, envelope-stuffers, messengers, piano-movers,
telephone operators, poster hangers, painters, receptionists, and secretaries. Their services have been
much appreciated and they seem to have enjoyed being part of a successful, productive team. The Music
Department continues to appreciate such help.
The following standards apply to ushering:
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Arrive no later than 20 minutes before the performance is scheduled to begin.
Dress neatly. No jeans.
Ushers must remain at the door of the theater to attend to latecomers and thus may not be able
to see the entire performance. Therefore, if you are required to see the performance enter
quietly at an appropriate time.
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IX.
PERFORMING ORGANIZATIONS
Manhattanville College Community Orchestra, MUA 4482A/B: Open to qualified men and women from the
College and community with the permission of the conductor. Weekly rehearsals will prepare for the presentation of selected
works from the chamber orchestra, concerto, and symphonic repertoire. There are two scheduled public concerts including an
Awards Concert featuring the winner of the campus concerto competition.
Manhattanville College Chamber Music Performance Class, MUA 4479A/B*: Open to College students with the
permission of the instructor. The department will organize small ensemble groups to focus on classical repertoire for chamber
groups. Weekly rehearsals are scheduled.
Manhattanville College Chorus, MUA 4483A/B: Open to students from the College and community members with the
permission of the conductor. Weekly rehearsals will prepare for the presentation of selected works from the choral repertoire.
Public performances include: the Holiday Concert (a major campus event) and a Spring Concert. The Chorus also may perform at
other functions both on and off campus.
Manhattanville College Vocal Chamber Ensemble, MUA 4488A/B*: This select group is open to students
currently enrolled in the College Chorus who successfully audition. Weekly rehearsals prepare this group for on and off campus
performances featuring music from all periods.
Manhattanville College Electronic Music Band (MIDI), MUA 4481A/B: Open to College students interested in
electronic and computer music. In this course, students will explore, arrange, and compose pieces with an emphasis on
integrating music technology into performance. Weekly rehearsals are required.
Manhattanville College Small Jazz Ensemble, MUA 4486A/B: Open to qualified musicians with the permission of
the instructor, this small ensemble focuses on improvisational techniques, special arrangements, and standard as well as
innovative jazz techniques. Normally, enrollment in the course follows completion of MUA 4485: Jazz Improvisation as a prerequisite; however, experienced performers may be allowed to join. Weekly rehearsals and public performances will be
scheduled.
Manhattanville College Community Jazz Ensemble (Big Band), MUA 4480A/B: Open to College students and
community members who play saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, guitar, and rhythm instruments, and who wish to read,
rehearse and perform jazz and other popular music appropriate for a large ensemble. Members commit to a weekly meeting with
the goal of preparing for both formal and informal performances.
Manhattanville College Wind Ensemble, MUA 4484A/B: Open to students who play wind, brass, and percussion
instruments, and who wish to read, rehearse, and perform literature appropriate for a secondary level wind ensemble. Weekly
rehearsals will explore wind ensemble literature, as well as prepare this group for on campus performance.
Manhattanville College Cabaret Performance Workshop I/II, MUA 2071/2072*: A course in the solo
performance of musical theater song is open to students by audition.
performances in a cabaret setting.
Weekly rehearsals prepare students for public
Musical Theatre Ensemble, MUA 4487A/B*: Open to College students, with permission of the instructor. Required for
first year Musical Theatre Majors, the group performs Musical Theatre numbers and Vocal Jazz, working on ensemble
performance and vocal blend. Weekly rehearsals prepare students for performance at the Ensembles Concert at the end of the
semester.
Vocal Pop Group—The Quintessentials, MUA 4489A/B*: A year-long select pop group open to men and women
through audition at the end of spring semester. Weekly rehearsals prepare this featured group for on- and off-campus
performances featuring a variety of songs in special arrangements.
Manhattanville Performance Project Musical Theatre, MUA 4475A/B*: A performance class focused on the
process and craft of theater and music. This two-semester course stresses training in physical movement and choreography, vocal
production, and dramatic elements. The course culminates in public performances. Prerequisites: two semesters of applied
voice, dance, or theater technique courses at the college level or admission by special permission of the Music Department or the
Dance/Theatre Department.
Please Note: A—Fall Semester; B—Spring Semester
*Permission form required.
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X.
STUDENT LEARNING OBJECTIVES IN THE MUSIC DEPARTMENT
The music faculty revised our program Student Learning Objectives during the 2013-2014 academic year
as part of the process of modernizing and streamlining our curriculum. This curricular development also
saw changes in our actual degrees and the requirements leading to successful completion of each of the
music degrees.
Objective I: Develop Skills Essential to Professional Situations
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Participate in individual and group music performance leading to public performance on and off campus.
Investigate the variety of career opportunities available to those with music training.
Analyze socio-economic and political factors influencing the global music industry.
Explore cutting-edge pedagogies, actively observe, and student-teach for music education.
Investigate deeper knowledge base in specialized fields to develop tools for building advanced level of
understanding.
Objective II: Develop Skills for Aural Identification and Musical Analysis
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Examine pieces within specific historical and cultural contexts, and ask questions about the style and
function for deeper understanding of performance and transmission of ideas.
Read primary source texts and secondary works critically and question the assumptions of scholars.
Integrate aural analysis with a variety of theoretical approaches.
Integrate critical aural and analytical skills for the development of musical material into performance,
improvisation, new musical arrangements, technologies, and original composition.
Objective III: Apply Critical Thinking to Music
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Locate and retrieve information from a variety of sources, both primary and secondary.
Learn to evaluate information and its sources critically.
Understand and articulate the legal, economic and ethical issues of the music industry.
Consolidate knowledge in specialized fields of music and familiarity with repertoire, technical
procedures, and chronology.
Articulate and defend findings and opinions in logical, cogent prose and presentation.
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XI. MUSIC MINOR REQUIREMENTS
Required Distribution of Courses
The Music Department offers a flexible Minor in Music that requires a distribution of courses from three
areas of study within the Department. Requirements for the Minor in Music are fulfilled by the completion
of eighteen credits in Music. Nine credits must be in approved courses covering the areas of:
• Applied Music or Technology : beginning with MUA or MUAT
• Music History: beginning with MUH
• Music Theory: beginning with MUT.
No fewer than three credits must be taken in each of these areas. The remaining 9 credits beyond the
required distribution may be from any Music Department offerings, and may be used by students to explore
a sub area of music. For example, a student may choose to focus on music business by taking three MUMG
courses, or may choose to take a variety of courses.
Transfer Credits
At least 9 of the total 18 credits must be taken at Manhattanville; no more than 9 credits may be transferred
in from other institutions.
Intent to Minor
A grade of at least C- is required for credit towards the Music Minor. Approval by the Music Department
Chair is required for the Minor in Music, and all students interested in the Music Minor should register their
intent with the Music Office, Room 103 in the Music Building.
Note: The Department offers the Minor only as a “Minor in Music,” without specifying a concentration; only
that designation appears on the transcript.
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XII. A.BACHELOR OF ARTS: MUSIC
Required Music Courses:
MUT 1031
MUT 1033
MUT 1040
MUT 2021
MUT 1032
MUT 1034
MUH 2011, 2012
MUH 3___
MUA / MUAT___
MUH 3997
MUH 3998
MUT 2041
MUT 2043
MUT 2022
MUT 3021
MUT 2042
MUT 2044
MUA 1009-10
MUA 4___
MUA 4____
MUA 4494
MU_ 3___
Music Major Core Courses (22 credits)
Music Theory I
Music Theory II
Ear Training I
Ear Training II
Keyboard Harmony I
Keyboard Harmony II
Survey of Western Music I or II
Music History Elective
Electives
Music Senior Seminar (Capstone I)
Music Senior Projects (Capstone II)
B.A. Music Courses (27 credits)
Music Theory III
Music Theory IV
Ear-Training III
Ear-Training IV
Keyboard III
Keyboard IV
Piano Class I-II or equivalent (not required for students with piano
as major instrument)
Lessons on Major Instrument or Voice*
Large Ensemble*
Music Senior Recital
3000-level Music Elective
3
3
1
1
0.5
0.5
3
3
3
2
2
3
3
1
1
0.5
0.5
2
5-8
5-8
0
3
*Up to 3 credits (total) of MUA or MUAT electives may be applied toward the satisfaction of the large ensemble or lessons requirements.
Total Required Music Credits: 49
Non-Music Courses including distribution and Liberal Arts electives: 71
Reading Knowledge of French, German, or Italian (or other foreign language by permission of the
Department)
Total Minimum Credits for the Degree: 120
NOTE: Accepted Music Majors, without other restrictions, may register for up to a maximum of 21
credits per semester.
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Recommended Sequence of Required Music Courses for: Bachelor of Arts in Music
Primary instruments include all those for which the department offers private lessons.
Please check with Department Chair if you are uncertain as to whether your instrument can be used as a vehicle for study in the B.A. in
Music.
FIRST YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (16.5 credits)
MUT 1031 Music Theory I
MUT 1032 Keyboard Harmony I
MUT 1040 Ear Training I
MUA___ Primary Instrument or Voice
MUA 1009 Piano Class I (or private piano lesson)
MUA 4482A, 4483A, 4484A Large Ensemble
FYP 1001 & 1003
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
0.5
1
1
1
1
6
3
SECOND SEMESTER (16.5 credits)
MUT 1033 Music Theory II
MUT 1034 Keyboard Harmony II
MUT 2021 Ear Training II
MUA___ Primary Instrument or Voice
MUA 1010 Piano Class II (or private piano lesson)
MUA 4482B, 4483B, 4484B Large Ensemble
FYP 1004
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
0.5
1
1
1
1
3
6
SECOND YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (15.5 credits)
MUT 2022 Ear Training III
MUT 2041 Music Theory III
MUT 2042 Keyboard Harmony III
MUH 2011 Survey of Western Music I
MUA ____Primary Instrument or Voice
MUA 4482A, 4483A, 4484A Large Ensemble
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
1
3
0.5
3
1
1
6
SECOND SEMESTER (15.5 credits)
MUT 3021 Ear Training IV
MUT 2043 Music Theory IV
MUT 2044 Keyboard Harmony IV
MUA ____Primary Instrument or Voice
MUA 4482B, 4483B, 4484B Large Ensemble
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
1
3
0.5
1
1
9
THIRD YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (14 credits)
MU_ 3___ Music Elective
MUA ___ Primary Instrument or Voice
MUA/MUAT ____ Elective
MUA 4482A, 4483A, 4484A Large Ensemble
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
1
3
1
6
SECOND SEMESTER (14 credits)
MUH 3___ Music History Elective
MUA ___ Primary Instrument or Voice
MUA 4482B, 4483B, 4484B Large Ensemble
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
1
1
9
FOURTH YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (15 credits)
MUH 3997 Music Senior Seminar
MUA ___ Primary Instrument or Voice
MUA 4482A, 4483A, 4484A Large Ensemble
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
2
1
1
11
SECOND SEMESTER (16 credits)
MUH 3998 Music Senior Projects
MUA 4494B Senior Recital
MUA ___ Primary Instrument or Voice
MUA 4482B, 4483B, 4484B Large Ensemble
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
2
0
1
1
12
Total Required Music Credits: 49
Non-Music Courses including distribution and Liberal Arts electives: 71
Reading Knowledge of French, German, or Italian (or other foreign language by permission of the Department)
Total Minimum Credits for the Degree: 120 (Music Majors may register for 21 credits per semester)
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XI. B. BACHELOR OF ARTS: MUSIC BUSINESS
Required Music and Business Courses:
MUT 1031
MUT 1033
MUT 1040
MUT 2021
MUT 1032
MUT 1034
MUH 2011, 2012
MUH 3___
MUA / MUAT___
MUH 3997
MUMG 3997
MUMG 1011
MUMG 2___ or
3___
MUMG 4497
MU_ 3___
ECO 1011
ECO 1012
MGT 1001
MGT 1002
MGT 1003
Music Major Core Courses (22 credits)
Music Theory I
Music Theory II
Ear Training I
Ear Training II
Keyboard Harmony I
Keyboard Harmony II
Survey of Western Music I or II
Music History Elective
Electives
Music Senior Seminar (Capstone I)
Internship Seminar (Capstone II)
B.A. Music Business Courses (30 credits)
Intro to Music Business
2000- or 3000-level MUMG Elective Courses
Internship
3000-level Music Elective
Principles of Economics I
Principles of Economics II
Fundamentals of Management
Fundamentals of Accounting I
Introduction to Marketing
3
3
1
1
0.5
0.5
3
3
3
2
2
3
6
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
Total Required Music Business Credits: 52
Non-Music Courses including distribution and Liberal Arts electives: 68
Total Minimum Credits for the Degree: 120
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Recommended Sequence of Required Music Courses for: Bachelor of Arts in Music Business
FIRST YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (17 credits)
MUT 1031 Music Theory I
MUT 1032 Keyboard Harmony I
MUT 1040 Ear Training I
MUMG 1011 Intro. to Music Business
FYP 1001 & 1003
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
0.5
1.5
3
6
3
SECOND SEMESTER (14 credits)
MUT 1033 Music Theory II
MUT 1034 Keyboard Harmony II
MUT 2021 Ear Training II
MUMG 2011 Music Pub. & Copyright Law
MGT 1003 Introduction to Marketing
FYP 1004
Cr
3
0.5
1.5
3
3
3
SECOND YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (15 credits)
MGT 1001 Fundamentals of Management
MUMG 2012 Rec. and Broadcast Ind.
MUAT Elective
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
3
3
6
SECOND SEMESTER (15 credits)
MUH 2012 Survey of Western Music II
MUMG 3011 Contracts and Legal Issues
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
3
9
THIRD YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (15 credits)
MUMG 4497 Internship in Music Mgt.
MGT 1002 Fundamentals of Accounting I
ECO 1011 Principles of Economics I
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
3
3
6
SECOND SEMESTER (15 credits)
MUH 3___ Music History Elective
ECO 1012 Principles of Economics II
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
3
9
FOURTH YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (15 credits)
MUH 3997 Music Senior Seminar
MU____ Music Elective
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
2
3
10
SECOND SEMESTER (15 credits)
MUMG 3997 Intern. Seminar in Music Mgt.
(cannot be taken same semester as MUMG 4497)
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
2
13
Total Required Music Business Credits: 52
Non-Music Courses including distribution and Liberal Arts electives: 68
Total Minimum Credits for the Degree: 120 (Music Business Majors may register for 21 credits per semester)
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XI. C. BACHELOR OF ARTS: MUSIC TECHNOLOGY
Required Music Technology Courses:
Music Major Core Courses (22 credits)
MUT 1031
Music Theory I
3
MUT 1033
Music Theory II
3
MUT 1040
Ear Training I
1
MUT 2021
Ear Training II
1
MUT 1032
Keyboard Harmony I
0.5
MUT 1034
Keyboard Harmony II
0.5
MUH 2011, 2012
Survey of Western Music I or II
3
MUH 3___
Music History Elective
3
MUA / MUAT___
Electives
3
MUH 3997
Music Senior Seminar (Capstone I)
2
MUH 3998
Music Senior Projects (Capstone II)
2
B.A. Music Technology Courses (30-32 credits)
MUT 2041
Music Theory III
3
MUT 2043
Music Theory IV
3
MUT 2022
Ear-Training III
1
MUT 3021
Ear-Training IV
1
MUT 2042
Keyboard Harmony III
0.5
MUT 2044
Keyboard Harmony IV
0.5
MUAT 1007
MIDI and Music
3
MUAT 2011
Audio Production
3
MUAT 2021
Computer Music
3
*Two 3000 level MUAT courses from the following four courses or additional electives *
*MUAT 3011
Audio for Video
3
*MUAT 3021
Interactive Musical Systems
3
*MUAT 3030
Audio for Games
3
*MUAT 3032
Advanced Topics in Music Technology
3
**Two MAC or COMM courses from the following four courses or additional electives **
**MAC 1003
Make Movies & Games in Alice
3
**MAC 1005
Programming Worlds—Animation and Games
4
**COMM 2050
Intro to Digital Media and TV Production
3
**COMM 4025
Topics in Advanced TV Video
4
Total Required Music Technology Credits: 52-54
Non-Music Courses including distribution and Liberal Arts electives: 66-68.0
Total Minimum Credits for the Degree: 120
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Recommended Sequence of Required Music Courses for: Bachelor of Arts in Music Technology
FIRST YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (15.5 credits)
MUT 1031 Music Theory I
MUT 1032 Keyboard I
MUT 1040 Ear Training I
MUA 4___ Elective Ensemble or Applied Music
FYP 1001 & 1003
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
0.5
1
1
6
4
SECOND SEMESTER (15.5 credits)
MUT 1033 Music Theory II
MUT 1034 Keyboard II
MUT 2021 Ear Training II
MUA 4___ Elective Ensemble or Applied Music
MUAT 1007 MIDI and Music
FYP 1004
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
0.5
1
1
3
3
4
SECOND YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (14.5 credits)
MUT 2022 Ear Training III
MUT 2041 Music Theory III
MUT 2042 Keyboard III
MUA 4___ Elective Ensemble or Applied Music
MUAT 2011 Audio Production
MAC 1003 Making Movies and Games
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
1
3
0.5
1
3
3
3
SECOND SEMESTER (15.5 credits)
MUT 3021 Ear Training IV
MUT 2043 Music Theory IV
MUT 2044 Keyboard IV
MUH 2012 Survey of Western Music II
MUA 4___ Elective Ensemble or Applied Music
MUAT 2021 Computer Music
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
1
3
0.5
3
1
3
4
THIRD YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (16 credits)
MUAT 3011 Audio for Video
MUA 4___ Elective Ensemble or Applied Music
COMM 2050: Intro to Digital Media & TV
Production
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
1
3
9
SECOND SEMESTER (15 credits)
MUA 4___ Elective Ensemble or Applied Music
MUAT 3032 Advanced Topics in Music Technology
MUH 3___ Music History Elective
COMM 4025: Topics in Adv. TV/Video
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
2
3
3
4
6
FOURTH YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (15 credits)
MUH 3997 Music Senior Seminar
MU_ 3___ Music Elective
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
2
3
10
SECOND SEMESTER (15 credits)
MUH 3998 Senior Project
MUAT___ Music Technology Elective
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
2
3
10
Total Required Music Credits: 52-54
Non-Music Courses including distribution and Liberal Arts electives: 66-68.0
Total Minimum Credits for the Degree: 120 (Music Technology Majors may register for 21 credits per
semester)
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XI. D. BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS: MUSICAL THEATRE
Required Musical Theatre Courses:
MUT 1031
MUT 1033
MUT 1040
MUT 2021
MUT 1032
MUT 1034
MUH 2235
MUH 3___
MUA / MUAT____
MUA 3996
MUA 3997
MUA ____
MUA 1009-10
MUA 2071 or 2072
MUA 2227
MUA 2240
MUA 4475
MUA 4494
DTH 1000
DTH 1001
DTH 1500
DTH 2013
DTH 25__
DTH 3202/3203
DTH 4012
DTH 4121
DTH ____
DTH ____
DTH 4500A
Music Major Core Courses (22 credits)
Music Theory I
Music Theory II
Ear Training I
Ear Training II
Keyboard Harmony I
Keyboard Harmony II
American Musical Theatre
Music History Elective
Music Electives
Musical Theatre Performance Seminar I
Musical Theatre Performance Seminar II
B.F.A. Musical Theatre Courses (47 credits)
Voice class or lessons
Piano Class I-II or equivalent (not required for students with
piano as major instrument)
Cabaret Performance Workshop
Acting for Musical Theatre
Professional World of Musical Theatre
Performance Project: Musical Theatre (2 productions)
Senior Recital
Creative Process
Acting I
Stagecraft
Acting II
Design Elective
Survey of Dramatic Literature I or II
Voice and Speech II
Dance for Musical Theatre
One semester each of Modern Dance and Ballet
Movement Elective
Production Practicum: Crew (2 semesters)
3
3
1
1
0.5
0.5
3
3
3
2
2
8
2
2
2
2
2
0
3
3
2
3
3
3
2
2
4
2
2
Required Musical Theatre Credits: 69
Non-Music Courses including distribution and Liberal Arts electives: 51
Total Minimum Credits for the Degree: 120
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Recommended Sequence of Required Music and Dance Theatre Courses for: Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre
FIRST YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (17.5 credits)
MUT 1031 Music Theory I
MUT 1032 Keyboard Harmony I
MUT 1040 Ear Training I
MUA 1003 Voice Class I (or private lessons)
MUA 1009 Piano Class I (or private lessons)
DTH 1000 Creative Process
DTH 4___ Modern Dance or Ballet
FYP 1001 & 1003
Cr
3
0.5
1
1
1
3
2
6
SECOND SEMESTER (17.5 credits)
MUT 1033 Music Theory II
MUT 1034 Keyboard Harmony II
MUT 2021 Ear Training II
MUA 1004 Voice Class II (or private lessons)
MUA 1010 Piano Class II (or private lessons)
DTH 1001 Acting I
DTH 4___ Modern Dance or Ballet
FYP 1004
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
0.5
1
1
1
3
2
3
3
SECOND YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (17 credits)
MUH 2235 American Musical Theatre
MUA 2071 Cabaret Performance Workshop
MUA 4611A Voice Lessons
DTH 4121 Dance for Musical Theatre
DTH 1500 Stagecraft
DTH 2013 Acting II
DTH 4012 Voice and Speech II
DTH 4500A Production Practicum: Crew
SECOND SEMESTER (16 credits)
MUA 2227 Acting for Musical Th.
MUA 4611B Voice Lessons
MUH 3___ Music History Elective
DTH 2530, 2535, 2540, or 2555 Design Elective
DTH 4___ Modern Dance or Ballet
DTH 4500A Production Practicum: Crew
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
2
1
2
3
3
2
1
Cr
2
1
3
3
2
1
3
THIRD YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (15 credits)
MUA 4475 Performance Project: Musical Theatre
MUA 4611A Voice Lessons
DTH Movement Elective
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
1
1
2
12
SECOND SEMESTER (15 credits)
MUA 4611B Voice Lessons
DTH 3203 Survey of Dramatic Literature II
DTH 2013 Acting II
MUA 2240 Prof. World of Musical Theatre
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
1
3
3
2
6
FOURTH YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (16 credits)
MUA 4475 Performance Project: Musical Theater
MUA 3996 Musical Theatre Performance
Seminar I
MUA 4611A Voice Lessons
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
1
2
SECOND SEMESTER (15 credits)
MUA 3997 Musical Theatre Performance Seminar II
MUA 4611B Voice Lessons
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
2
1
12
1
12
Total Required Musical Theatre Credits: 69
Non-Music Courses including distribution and Liberal Arts electives: 51
Total Minimum Credits for the Degree: 120 (Musical Theatre Majors may register for 21 credits per semester)
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XI. E. BACHELOR OF MUSIC: MUSIC EDUCATION
Pre-requisites:
• Admission to Manhattanville on an Academic Basis and successful audition
• Acceptance by the School of Education by end of Sophomore Year (2.75 GPA & B- or
better in EDU 2000: Fundamentals of Schools and Teaching)
Required Music Education Courses:
MUT 1031
MUT 1033
MUT 1040
MUT 2021
MUT 1032
MUT 1034
MUH 2011 or 2012
MUH 3___
MUA / MUAT____
MUH 3997
EDU 3387
MUT 2041
MUT 2043
MUT 2022
MUT 3021
MUT 2042
MUT 2044
MUA 4075 or 4076
MUA 4___
MUA 4___
MUA 1003 or 1004
Music Major Core Courses (20 credits)
Music Theory I
Music Theory II
Ear Training I
Ear Training II
Keyboard Harmony I
Keyboard Harmony II
Survey of Western Music I or II
Music History Elective
Electives
Music Senior Seminar (Capstone I)
Student Teaching and Seminar (Capstone II) credit below
B.Mus. Music Education Courses (62-63 credits)
Music Theory III
Music Theory IV
Ear-Training III
Ear-Training IV
Keyboard Harmony III
Keyboard Harmony IV
Piano Lessons
Lessons on Major Instrument or Voice
6 credits in Large Ensemble
Voice Class I or II (not required for students with voice as
major instrument)
3000-level Music Elective
MUA, MUT, MUAT,
MUH, or MUE 3___
MUE 2067
Instrumental Rudiments III: Brass/Percussion
MUE 2068
Instrumental Rudiments IV: Woodwinds/Percussion
MUE 2070
Instrumental Rudiments II: Strings
MUE 2090 or 2091
Instrumental or Choral Conducting
MUE 3054
Music Curriculum and Pedagogy I: Childhood
MUE 3057
Music Curriculum and Pedagogy II: Adolescence
EDU 2000
Fundamentals of Schools and Teaching
EDU 2010
Educating Learners with Diverse Needs
SSE 2025
Child Development and Learning
**Two 3000 level EDU courses from the following three courses**
**EDU 3367
Methods for Teaching Literacy and Language Arts I
**EDU 3370
Aesthetic Literacy
**EDU 3278
Literacy in the Content Areas
EDU 3387
Student Teaching and Seminar: Music Education (Spring only)
MUA 4494
Senior Recital
3
3
1
1
0.5
0.5
3
3
3
2
0
3
3
1
1
0.5
0.5
2
4
6
(1)
3
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
12
0
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DISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTS FOR EDUCATION DEGREE:
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A course in Literature (3 credits)
A course in Science (3 credits)
A course in Mathematics (3 credits)
One year or equivalent of coursework in a language other than English (6 credits)
Passing score on the NY State Academic Literacy Skills Test—ALST
Passing score on the NY State Educating All Students Test—EAS
Passing score on the NY State Teacher Performance Assessment—edTPA
Passing score on the NY State Music Content Specialty Test: Music—CST: Music
Child Abuse Seminar (Student Teaching semester)
Violence Prevention Seminar (Student Teaching semester)
DASA Workshop 1 (Dignity for All Students Act, Workshop 1)
DASA Workshop 2 (Dignity for All Students Act, Workshop 2)
Fingerprinting
The following courses meet NY State requirements, if taken at Manhattanville:
•
•
•
•
MUT 1040 and 2021: Ear Training I and II for a course in Communications
MUA, MUAT, MUH, or MUE 3000-level elective for a courses with Gen. Ed. competency alignment.
The College writing requirement for a course in Written Analysis and Expression
The Aesthetic Requirement is met by the major
Total Required Music, Music Education, and Education Credits: 82-83
Non-Music Courses including distribution and Liberal Arts electives: 47-48
Total Minimum Credits for the Degree: 130
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Recommended Sequence of Required Music Courses for: Bachelor of Music in Music Education
FIRST YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (16 credits)
MUT 1031 Music Theory I
MUT 1032 Keyboard Harmony I
MUT 1040 Ear Training I
MUA ___ Primary Instrument or Voice***
MUA 4482B, 4483B, 4484B Large Ensemble
MUA 4075A Piano Lessons
FYP 1001 & 1003
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
0.5
1
1
1
0.5
6
3
SECOND SEMESTER (15 credits)
MUT 1033 Music Theory II
MUT 1034 Keyboard Harmony II
MUT 2021 Ear Training II
MUA ____ Primary Instrument or Voice***
MUA 4075B Piano Lessons
MUA 4482B, 4483B, 4484B Large Ensemble
MUE 2070 Instrumental Rudiments II: Strings
SSE 2025 Child Development & Learning
FYP 1004
Cr
3
0.5
1
1
0.5
1
2
3
3
SECOND YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (15 credits)
MUT 2022 Ear Training III
MUT 2041 Music Theory III
MUT 2042 Keyboard Harmony III
MUH 2011 Survey of Western Music I
MUA ___ Primary Instrument or Voice***
MUA 4575A Piano Lessons*
MUA 4482A, 4483A, 4484A Large Ensemble
MUE 2067 Instrumental Rudiments III:
Brass/Percussion
EDU 2000 Fund. of Schools and Teaching
Cr
1
3
0.5
3
1
0.5
1
2
3
SECOND SEMESTER (15 credits)
MUT 3021 Ear Training IV
MUT 2043 Music Theory IV
MUT 2044 Keyboard Harmony IV
MUA ____ Primary Instrument or Voice***
MUA 4575B Piano Lessons 0.5 cr.
MUA 4482B, 4483B, 4484B Large Ensemble
MUE 2068 Instrumental Rudiments IV:
Woodwinds/Percussion
EDU 2010 Educating Learners w/Diverse Needs
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
1
3
0.5
1
0.5
1
2
3
3
THIRD YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (16 credits)
MUH 3___ Music History Elective
MUA ___Primary Instrument or Voice***
MUA 4482A, 4483A, 4484A Large Ensemble**
MUE 2091 Choral Conducting
MUE 3054 Music Curriculum and Pedagogy I:
Childhood
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
1
1
2
3
6
SECOND SEMESTER (15 credits)
MUA ___ Primary Instrument or Voice***
MUA 4482B, 4483B, 4484B Large Ensemble
MUE 3057 Music Curriculum and Pedagogy II:
Adolescence
MUA 1004 Voice Class
EDU 3367, 3278 or 3370 Literacy elective
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
1
1
3
1
3
6
FOURTH YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (18 credits)
MUH 3997 Music Senior Seminar
MUA ___ Primary Instrument or Voice***
MUA 4494A Senior Recital
MUA 4482A, 4483A, 4484A Large Ensemble
EDU 3367, 3278 or 3370 Literacy Elective
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
2
1
1
1
3
9
SECOND SEMESTER (12)
EDU 3387 Student Teaching and Seminar
Cr
12
*Students with piano as primary instrument will take music electives in place of piano class/0.5 cr. Lessons
**Or substitute MUA 4___ Chamber Music/small ensemble during junior year.
***Study of Primary Instrument or Voice is strongly recommended through Senior Recital.
Total Required Music Education Credits: 82-83
Non-Music Courses including distribution and Liberal Arts electives: 47-48.
Total Minimum Credits for the Degree: 130 (Music Education Majors may register for 21 credits per semester)
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XI. F.
BACHELOR OF MUSIC: MUSIC EDUCATION combined with
Masters of Arts in Teaching: Music Education
5-Year Accelerated Honors Program: Effective with Entering Class for fall, 2014
Pre-requisites:
• Admission to Manhattanville on an Academic Basis and Successful audition
• Acceptance by the School of Education by end of Sophomore Year (3.4 GPA & B- or better in
EDU 2000: Fundamentals of Schools and Teaching)
Music Major Core Courses (22 credits)
MUT 1031
Music Theory I
3
MUT 1033
Music Theory II
3
MUT 1040
Ear Training I
1
MUT 2021
Ear Training II
1
MUT 1032
Keyboard Harmony I
0.5
MUT 1034
Keyboard Harmony II
0.5
MUH 2011 or 2012
Survey of Western Music I or II
3
MUH 3___
Music History Elective
3
MUA / MUAT 3___
Elective
3
MUH 3997
Music Senior Seminar (Capstone I)
2
MUH 3998
Music Senior Projects (Capstone II)
2
B.Mus. Music Education Courses (60-61 credits)
MUT 2041
Music Theory III
3
MUT 2043
Music Theory IV
3
MUT 2022
Ear-Training III
1
MUT 3021
Ear-Training IV
1
MUT 2042
Keyboard Harmony III
0.5
MUT 2044
Keyboard Harmony IV
0.5
MUA 4075
Piano Lessons
4
MUA 4___
Lessons on Major Instrument or Voice
3-6
MUA 4____
8 credits in Large Ensemble plus 2 semesters Small
7-10
MUT or MUH 3___
Advanced elective in Music Theory or History
3
MUA 1003 or 1004
Voice Class I or II (not required for voice as major instrument)
(1)
MUA, MUT, MUAT,
3000-level Music Elective
3
MUH, or MUE 3___
MUE 2067
Instrumental Rudiments III: Brass/Percussion
2
MUE 2068
Instrumental Rudiments IV: Woodwinds/Percussion
2
MUE 2070
Instrumental Rudiments II: Strings
2
MUE 2090 or 2091
Instrumental or Choral Conducting
2
**MUE 3054 (5054) Music Curriculum and Pedagogy I: Childhood
3
**MUE 3057 (5057) Music Curriculum and Pedagogy II: Adolescence
3
EDU 2000
Fundamentals of Schools and Teaching
3
**EDU 2010 (5393)
Educating Learners with Diverse Needs
3
SSE 2025
Child Development and Learning
3
**Two 5000-level EDU courses from the following three courses**
**EDU 5367
Methods for Teaching Literacy and Language Arts I
3
**EDU 5391
Aesthetic Literacy
3
**EDU 5326
Literacy in the Content Areas
3
MUA 4494
Full-length Senior Recital
0
Total Required Undergraduate Music Education Credits: 82-83
(**A total of 15 credits can be double counted with Graduate Requirements)
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Undergraduate Liberal Arts and Distribution Requirements:
DISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTS FOR EDUCATION DEGREE:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
A course in Literature (3 credits)
A course in Science (3 credits)
A course in Mathematics (3 credits)
One year or equivalent of coursework in a language other than English (6 credits)
EDU.5590 Masters Comprehensive Exam (0 credits)
Passing score on the NY State Academic Literacy Skills Test—ALST
Passing score on the NY State Educating All Students test—EAS
Passing score on the NY State Teacher Performance Assessment—edTPA
Passing score on the NY State Music Content Specialty Test: Music—CST: Music
Child Abuse Seminar (Student Teaching semester)
Violence Prevention Seminar (Student Teaching semester)
DASA Workshop 1 (Dignity for All Students Act, Workshop 1)
DASA Workshop 2 (Dignity for All Students Act, Workshop 2)
Fingerprinting
The following courses meet NY State requirements, if taken at Manhattanville:
•
•
•
•
MUT 1040 and 2021: Ear Training I and II for a course in Communications
MUA, MUAT, MUH, or MUE 3000-level elective for a courses with Gen. Ed. competency alignment.
The College writing requirement for a course in Written Analysis and Expression
The Aesthetic Requirement is met by the major
Non-Music Courses including distribution and Liberal Arts electives: 47-48
Total Undergraduate Credits for the Degree (15 Double Count): 130
Required Graduate Music, Music Education, and Education Courses:
EDU 5393*
EDU 5367*
EDU 5391*
EDU --MUE 5051
MUE 5055
MUE 5058
EDU/MU__5__
MUA 5___
MUE 5054*
MUE 5057*
EDU 5408
Foundations of Special Education
Methods for Teaching Literacy and Language Arts I
Aesthetic Literacy
Education Elective
History and Current Debates in Music Education
Technology for Music Educators
Music in School and Community
Graduate Education or Music Education Elective
Instruction on Major Performing Instrument or Voice
Music Curriculum and Pedagogy I: Childhood
Music Curriculum and Pedagogy II: Adolescence
Student Teaching and Seminar: Music
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
3
3
6
F-S-S Year 4
F-S-S- Year 3 or 4
F-S-S Year 3 or 4
F-S-S- Year 5
F Year 5
S -S Year 4
S Year 5
F-S-S- Year 5
F-S-S- Year 5
F Year 4
S Year 4
F-S- Year 5
Total Graduate Music, Music Education, and Education Credits: 83-84
Total Undergraduate Credits: 130
15 double counting Graduate with Undergraduate Requirements: -15
Total Combined Program Credits for the Degree: 155
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Recommended Sequence of Required Music Courses for:
Bachelor of Music in Music Education combined MAT in Teaching
FIRST YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (16 credits)
MUT 1040 Ear Training I
MUT 1031 Music Theory I
MUT 1032 Keyboard Harmony I
MUA ___ Primary Instrument or Voice
MUA 4482A, 4483A, 4484A Large Ensemble
MUA 4075A Piano Lessons*
FYP 1001 & 1003
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
1
3
0.5
1
1
0.5
6
3
SECOND SEMESTER (15 credits)
MUE 2070 Instrumental Rudiments II: Strings
MUT 2021 Ear Training II
MUT 1033 Music Theory II
MUT 1034 Keyboard Harmony II
MUA ____Primary Instrument or Voice
MUA 4075B Piano Lessons*
MUA 4482B, 4483B, 4484B Large Ensemble
FYP 1004
SSE 2025 Social Science Education
Cr
2
1
3
0.5
1
0.5
1
3
3
SECOND YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (15.5 credits)
EDU 2000 Fund. of Schools and Teaching
MUE 2067 Instrumental Rudiments III:
Brass/Percussion
MUT 2022 Ear Training III
MUT 2041 Music Theory III
MUT 2042 Keyboard Harmony III
MUH 2011 Survey of Western Music I or MUH
2012 Survey of Western Music II (Spring)
MUA ___ Primary Instrument or Voice
MUA 4575A Piano Lessons*
MUA 4482A, 4483A, 4484A Large Ensemble
Cr
3
2
1
3
0.5
3
1
0.5
1
SECOND SEMESTER (15.5 credits)
MUE 2068 Instrumental Rudiments IV:
Woodwinds/Percussion
MUE 2090 Instrumental Conducting
MUT 3021 Ear Training IV
MUT 2043 Music Theory IV
MUT 2044 Keyboard Harmony IV
MUA ____ Primary Instrument or Voice
MUA 4575B Piano Lessons*
MUA 4482B,4483B,4484B Large Ensemble
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
2
2
1
3
0.5
1
0.5
1
4
THIRD YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (15.5 credits)
EDU 5367, 5391 or 5026 Literacy Elective
MUE 5054 Music Curriculum and Pedagogy I:
Childhood
MUH 3___ Music History Elective
MUA ___Primary Instrument or Voice**
MUA 4575A Piano Lessons*
MUA 4482A,4483A,4484A Large Ensemble
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
3
3
1
0.5
1
4
SECOND SEMESTER (16.5 credits)
MUE 5057 Music Curriculum and Pedagogy II:
Adolescence
MUT/MUH 3___ Music Theory or History Elect.
MUA ___ Primary Instrument or Voice**
MUA 4575A Piano Lessons***
MUA 4482B, 4483B, 4484B Large Ensemble
MUA 4__ Chamber Music/Small Ensemble
MUA 1004 Voice Class
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
3
1
0.5
1
1
1
6
FOURTH YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER (15 credits)
EDU 5367, 5391 or 5026 Literacy elective
MUH 3997 Music Senior Seminar
MUA ___ Primary Instrument or Voice**
MUA 4482A, 4483A, 4484A Large Ensemble
MUA 4___Chamber Music/Small Ensemble
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
2
1
1
1
7.0
SECOND SEMESTER (16)
EDU 5393 Foundations of Special Ed.
MUH 3998 Music Senior Projects
MUA 4494B Senior Recital
MU_ 3___ 3000-level Music Elective
MUA ___ Primary Instrument or Voice**
MUA 4482B, 4483B, 4484B Large Ensemble
Open Elective/Gen. Ed.
Cr
3
2
0
3
1
1
6
(Music Education Majors may register for 21 credits per semester
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FIFTH YEAR GRADUATE
SUMMER SESSION I (1 credits)
MUA 5___ Primary Instrument or Voice
Cr
1
SUMMER SESSION II (1 credits)
MUA 5___ Primary Instrument or Voice
Cr
1
FIRST SEMESTER (14 credits)
MUE 5051 History and Current Debates in MUE
MUA, MUAT, MUH, or MUE 3000-level elective for a
courses with Gen. Ed. competency alignment.
EDU 5 ___ Graduate Education Elective
MUA 5 ___ Primary Instrument or Voice
EDU.5590 Masters Comprehensive Exam
MUE 5055 Technology for Music Educators
Cr
3
3
SECOND SEMESTER (9 credits)
MUE 5058 Music in School and Community
EDU 5408 Student Teaching and Seminar: Music
Cr
3
6
3
2
0
3
*Students with piano as primary instrument will take music electives in place of piano class/0.5 cr. Lessons.
**Study of Primary Instrument or Voice is strongly recommended through Senior Recital.
Pre-requisites:
• Admission to Manhattanville on an Academic Basis
• Successful audition with the Music Department
• Acceptance by the School of Education by end of Sophomore Year (3.4 GPA & B- or better in EDU 2000:
Fundamentals of Schools and Teaching)
Total Required Undergraduate Music Education Credits: 83-84
Total Required Liberal Arts, Distribution and Elective Credits: 46-47
Total Undergraduate Credits: 130
15 double counting Graduate with Undergraduate Requirements: -15
Total Combined Program Credits for the Degree: 155
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MAT (E302) Music Education (All Grades) — 40 Credits
Prerequisites:
Bachelor’s Degree
Music Department Audition and Written Examination
36 credits in Music, including: four courses in Music History or Literature; four courses in Music Theory,
one course in or competence in woodwind instrument performance, one in brass instrument
performance, one in stringed instrument performance , one course in conducting.
*NOTE: It is of critical importance that students meet with a music department advisor early in their
programs to plan their music course work.
Program and Certification Requirements:
Entry
Level
COURSE
DESCRIPTION
SEMESTER
CR
EDU 5000 OR
Fundamentals of Schools and Teaching OR
FA SP SU
3
EDU 5211
Introduction to the Multicultural Classroom
FA SU
EDU 5393
Foundations of Special Education
FA SP SU
3
—Take N.Y. State WRITING SKILLS test
—Fingerprinting
—Take Manhattanville Writing Assessment
To be completed (at the college level) during the first 18 credits of the program:
Complete EDU 5344 or other child development
A course in Literature
Course.
A course in Science
AND the following courses for a first certification:
Study of Written Analysis and Expression
A course in Mathematics
One year or the equivalent of course work in a
Study of Communication
Language other than English
A course in History
Complete remaining Music prerequisite credits
Intermediate Level
Take 2 of 3:
EDU 5026
EDU 5367
EDU 5391
MUE 5051
MUE 5055
MUE 5054
MUE 5057
MUE 5058
MUA _____
EDU/MUE
5____
EDU 5590 OR
EDU 5592
Literacy in the Content Area
Methods for Teaching Literacy & Language Arts I
Aesthetic Literacy
History and Current Debates in Music Education
Technology for Music Educators
Music Curriculum and Pedagogy I: Childhood
Prerequisite: All music prerequisites must be completed
Music Curriculum and Pedagogy II: Adolescence
Prerequisite: All music prerequisites must be completed
Music in School and Community
Instruction on Major Performing Medium
Education or Music Education Elective
FA SP SU
FA SP SU
FA
FA
SU
FA
3
3
3
3
3
3
SP
3
SP
FA SP SU
FA SP SU
3
4
3
Masters Comprehensive Exam (Semester before student teaching)
OR Final Project
FA SP
0
FA SP
6
Capstone Level
To be completed by the start of semester prior to student teaching semester:
—Take NYS Educating All Students (EAS) test
—Take NYS Content Specialty test in Music (CST-Music)
—Take NYS Academic Literacy Skills Test (ALST) test
EDU 5408
Student Teaching & Seminar: Music Education
Prerequisite: completion of all undergraduate and graduate
Coursework and approval by the Director of Field Placement and
Certification
To be completed by the end of student teaching semester:
EDU.5260 Seminar on Child Abuse (0 credits)
EDU.5373 School Violence Prevention (0 credits)
EDU.5598A Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Workshop, Part 1 (0 credits)
EDU.5598B Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Workshop, Part 2 (0 credits)
This program plan is effective for candidates accepted on or after 5/1/2014.
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CERT (E302) Music Education (All Grades) — 27 Credits
Prerequisites:
Master’s Degree or above in a functionally related area.
Music Department Audition and Written Examination
36 credits in Music, including: four courses in Music History or Literature; four courses in Music Theory,
one course in or competence in woodwind instrument performance, one in brass instrument
performance, one in stringed instrument performance, one in percussion instrument performance,
one course in conducting.
*NOTE: It is of critical importance that students meet with a music department advisor early in their
programs to plan their music coursework.
Program and Certification Requirements:
Capstone Level
Intermediate Level
Entry
Level
COURSE
DESCRIPTION
SEMESTER
CR
EDU 5000 OR
Foundations of Education OR
FA SP SU
3
EDU 5211
Introduction to the Multicultural Classroom
FA SU
EDU 5393
Foundations of Special Education
FA SP SU
3
—Take N.Y. State WRITING SKILLS test
—Fingerprinting
—Take Manhattanville Writing Assessment
To be completed (at the college level) during the first 18 credits of the program:
Complete EDU 5344 or other child development
A course in Mathematics
course.
Study of Written Analysis and Expression
A course in Science
One year or the equivalent of course work in a
Study of Communication
Language other than English
A course in History
Complete remaining Music prerequisite credits
A course in Literature
To be completed during the first 18 credits of the program:
—Take the NYS CONTENT SPECIALTY test in Music (CST-Music)
Take 2 of 3:
Literacy in the Content Area
Methods for Teaching Literacy & Language Arts I
Aesthetic Literacy
Fundamentals of Middle Childhood Education
Music Curriculum and Pedagogy I: Childhood
Prerequisite: All music prerequisites must be completed
MUE 5057
Music Curriculum and Pedagogy II: Adolescence
Prerequisite: All music prerequisites must be completed
To be completed by the start of semester prior to student teaching semester:
—Take the NYS EDUCATING ALL STUDENTS Elementary test (EAS)
—Take the NYS Academic Literacy Skills test (ALST)
—Take the EDU.5590 Masters Comprehensive Exam
EDU 5408
Student Teaching & Seminar: Music Education
EDU 5026
EDU 5367
EDU 5391
EDU 5387
MUE 5054
FA SP SU
FA SP SU
FA
FA SP SU
FA
3
3
3
3
3
SP
3
FA SP
6
Prerequisite: completion of all undergraduate and graduate
Coursework and approval by the Director of Field Placement and
Certification
To be completed by the end of student teaching semester:
EDU.5260 Seminar on Child Abuse (0 credits)
EDU.5373 School Violence Prevention (0 credits)
EDU.5598A Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Workshop, Part 1 (0 credits)
EDU.5598B Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Workshop, Part 2 (0 credits)
This program plan is effective for candidates accepted on or after 5/1/2014.
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XIII. PROCEDURES FOR MUSIC BUSINESS INTERNSHIPS
All Music Business Majors are required to take a minimum of two internships: MUMG 4497: Internship in
Music Business; and MUMG 3997: Internship Seminar in Music Business (Senior Seminar Project), which
includes an internship. During the semester when students take MUMG 3997, they may not take an
additional internship. The Senior Seminar Internship Project is offered during the spring semester only, so
the student should plan accordingly.
Course requirements:
Student must successfully complete the minimum number of hours of internship.
Music Business Internships have academic requirements. See instructor for information on the
individual academic requirements for MUMG 4497 and MUMG 3397.
Basics of the Music Business Internship:
MUMG 4497 (3 credits) and MUMG 3997 (2 credits) count toward major credit
Internships must be approved by instructor in order to qualify for credit
internships must be taken for a letter grade; they may not be taken pass/fail
an internship may not be taken before a student earns 30 credits
MUMG 4497 does not count toward liberal arts credit
students typically intern at an entertainment company such as a record label, music publisher, music
licensing organization, music management company, business management firm, radio station,
television station, or public relations firm
MUMG 4497 and MUMG 3997 require a minimum of 120 hours and 80 hours, respectively, of internship
employment spread throughout an entire semester and the fulfillment of all academic requirements
students are encouraged to intern at different companies for each internship (although if the student
wishes to do a subsequent internship at the same company, the student must work in a different
department in a different capacity or at a higher level of responsibility)
only one internship may be taken in a semester
a student may take up to four additional internships beyond the two required internships as electives
summer session internships require the payment of summer tuition fees
typically no compensation is given to interns
an internship may also be taken for one credit or two credits, but not to fulfill music management major
course requirements (each credit hour requires a minimum of 40 hours of internship employment)
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A Golden Opportunity
Manhattanville College’s proximity to New York City offers the Music Management major a golden
opportunity—the possibility of interning at a world-class entertainment firm. New York City is home to
many multinational entertainment companies and our Music Management majors have interned at a
number of these, as well as some excellent boutique music companies.
As far as where you should intern, set your sights high! Think big! The search is understandably filled with
anxiety, but there has never been a problem finding a meaningful and rewarding placement. You must
dedicate yourself to the search, however, and be persistent. You should:
begin your search early,
work with the Center for Career Development on preparing your cover letter and resume,
send out numerous cover letters and resumes,
prepare intelligently for interviews (which includes researching the companies where you interview),
ask the interviewer questions including what your responsibilities will be, and
continue your search until you find something desirable.
Recent internships for Manhattanville Music Management Majors have included: Warner Music Group,
SONY/BMG, Universal Music Group, EMI Music North America, Columbia Records, Blue Note Records,
Capitol Records, Virgin Records, Astralwerks Records, Island Def Jam, Interscope Records, RCA Records,
Roadrunner Records, Ultra Records, emusic, KMA Recording Studios, Quad Studios, Audiobrain, Vantage
Artists Management, Lincoln Center, Radio City Music Hall, Madison Square Garden, ABC Radio, Clear
Channel, Hot 97-FM, ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, The Harry Fox Agency, Forever Music, Nettwerk Music Group,
Emmis Communications, Telsey and Company Casting, The Living Room, Songs Music Publishing, Brick Wall
Management, VH1 Save the Music Foundation, Ariel Publicity, Takeout Marketing, Cherry Lane Music
Publishing, Helene Blue Music, Billboard magazine, Rolling Stone magazine, Columbia Pictures, Nickelodeon,
Live! With Regis and Kelly, and MTV.
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XIV. SENIOR EVALUATION REQUIREMENTS
The Music Department Senior Evaluation is a degree requirement for all music degrees and consists of
these parts:
A. Bachelor of Arts in Music
1. MUH 3997: Music Senior Seminar — a written and aural comprehensive examination based on 15-20
compositions selected by the music faculty.
2. MUH 3998: Music Senior Projects — a significant research project approved and completed under the
supervision of a full-time faculty member. The project must demonstrate expertise in research, writing,
and documentation appropriate to the level of a baccalaureate degree. The final presentation of the
project may be linked to a vocal or instrumental performance.
3. A full-length Senior Recital or its equivalent, as approved by music faculty, is required.
Satisfaction of the Senior Evaluation Requirement can only be achieved if the candidate receives a passing
grade of C in each of the areas.
B. Bachelor of Arts in Music Business
1. MUH 3997: Music Senior Seminar — a written and aural comprehensive examination based on 15-20
compositions selected by the music faculty.
2. MUMG 3997: Internship Seminar in Music Business—A seminar-based course along with an internship
executed during the seminar semester.
a. As part of their seminar work, students prepare a written thesis appropriate to the level of a
baccalaureate degree and deliver to the seminar class an accompanying oral presentation.
b. Another component of Internship Seminar in Music Business is the Capstone Project, a formal
presentation to the college community of the senior thesis researched and written for this course,
accompanied by aids and visual tools.
Satisfaction of the Senior Evaluation Requirement can only be achieved if the candidate receives a passing
grade of C in each of the areas.
C. Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre
1. MUA 3996 & 3997: Musical Theatre Performance Seminar I & II — a research project which
demonstrates expertise in research, writing, and documentation appropriate to the level of a
baccalaureate degree. This research will be linked to the senior recital.
2. A full-length Senior Recital or its equivalent, as approved by music faculty, is required.
Satisfaction of the Senior Evaluation Requirement can only be achieved if the candidate receives a passing
grade of C in each of the areas.
D. Bachelor of Arts in Music Technology
1. MUH 3997: Music Senior Seminar — a written and aural comprehensive examination based on 15-20
compositions selected by the music faculty.
2. MUH 3998: Music Senior Projects — a significant research project approved by the music faculty and
completed under the supervision of a full-time faculty member. The final presentation of the project
may be linked to a musical performance which incorporates technology.
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3. Students are required to write an 8-10 page essay (with references) outlining the project. The project
must include two items out of the following list: a half hour performance of music with music
technology component ; a three track audio CD (at least ten minutes of music); a stand-alone functional
interactive computer program to create audio; the audio component for a film excerpt (minimum three
minutes) with music, dialog, and Foley audio--integrated and synchronized with the film; and/or the
audio component of a simple computer game (at least ten audio components linked with game design).
Satisfaction of the Senior Evaluation Requirement can only be achieved if the candidate receives a passing
grade of C in each of the areas.
E. Bachelor of Music: Major in Music Education
1. MUH 3997: Music Senior Seminar — a written and aural comprehensive examination based on 15-20
compositions selected by the music faculty.
2. EDU 3387: a one-semester student-teaching experience under the auspices of the Department of
Teacher Education along with attendance at a weekly seminar for student teachers.
3. A half-length recital on the major performing medium is required.
Satisfaction of the Senior Evaluation Requirement can only be achieved if the candidate receives a passing
grade of C in each of the areas.
F. Bachelor of Music: Major in Music combined with Master of Arts in Teaching: Music Education
Five-year Accelerated Honors Program
1. MUH 3997: Music Senior Seminar — a written and aural comprehensive examination based on 15-20
compositions selected by the music faculty.
2. MUH 3998: Music Senior Projects — a significant research project approved and completed under the
supervision of a full-time faculty member. The project must demonstrate expertise in research, writing,
and documentation appropriate to the level of a baccalaureate degree. The final presentation of the
project may be linked to a vocal or instrumental performance.
3. EDU 3387: a one-semester student-teaching experience under the auspices of the Department of
Teacher Education along with attendance at a weekly seminar for student teachers.
4. A full-length recital on the major performing instrument or voice is required.
Satisfaction of the Senior Evaluation Requirement can only be achieved if the candidate receives a passing
grade of C in each of the areas.
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XV. SENIOR COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION
The pieces selected for the Music Department Senior Comprehensive Examination include complete works and
excerpts that are drawn from the history of music. The list is organized in a way that includes genres that span
eras in order to allow for both specific testing of techniques in individual pieces as well as comparisons over the
sweep of the discipline. The examination will take place over two days as a part of the regular meetings in the
Senior Seminar and the subject material covered in the meetings will be drawn from historical and theoretical
studies presented by students in the Seminar.
Note: The Senior Comprehensive Examination (MUH 3997) is not required for the B.F.A. in Musical Theatre.
Comprehensive exams are required for all other degree programs.
Part One: (For B.A. in Music, B.A. in Music Business, B.A. in Music Technology, and B.Mus. in Education)
The first examination session will include listening and score identification, including short questions about the
excerpts. The students will prepare a bibliography for the study of the works to share with other students in the
Senior Seminar. This bibliography should include scores, encyclopedia articles, books, and journal articles about
each piece. The format would have to be in proper order. The first part of the exam would be most specific
about techniques in pieces, including questions like the following:
Excerpt: Mozart Symphony #41, iv (section with fugue)
Composer: _____________ Title: __________________ Section or Movement: _______Date: _____
How does this work fit into the composer's output? At what point of his life was it written and what musical
techniques are found in this excerpt that are typical of the composer's era and this particular time in his life?
Part Two: (For B.A. in Music, B.A. in Music Technology, and B.Mus. in Music Education)
Each year the Study List includes at least one romantic multi-movement song or piano collection. For the second
examination session, candidates will be given songs or piano miniatures to analyze. These works could include
piano pieces by Chopin or Schumann, or a Beethoven, Schubert, or Schumann song cycle. The analyses will be
written during the examination, but the set of pieces from which the analyses would be drawn will be
announced ahead of time.
Prompt: Analyze the given works with reference to formal structure, pointing out any melodic, rhythmic, and
harmonic details that support your analyses. If text is included, demonstrate how the composer uses musical
techniques to highlight the meaning of the text.
(For B.A. in Music Business Candidates) For the second examination session, candidates will be presented with
several hypothetical music business problems and asked to analyze each of the problems, present legal and
artistic considerations, identify required licensing and production costs, present financial analysis, and then, to
recommend well-thought-out solutions to the stated problems.
(For B. A. in Music Technology Candidates) For the second examination session, candidates will be assigned
representative works which use music technology, and will be asked to discuss the techniques used in the music,
as well as its significance for the development of music technology as a whole.
XVI.
REQUESTING RECOMMENDATIONS
Music majors may request letters of recommendation from faculty for graduate school, employment or other
endeavors. Faculty will often request additional materials and information from the students to assist in the
letter writing process, and it is customary for students making these requests to furnish envelopes with
necessary postage and addresses.
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THE MANHATTANVILLE COLLEGE MUSIC DEPARTMENT UNDERGRADUATE AWARDS
The Grace Brancaleone-Coffman Performance Scholarship:
This prize was created in 2005 with donations honoring Grace Brancaleone-Coffman is awarded annually to an
outstanding Junior Vocal Major continuing applied music lessons to study Art Music. Selected by the Music Department
faculty.
The Catherine Carroll Prize:
This prize was created in 1981 with proceeds from a Gala Faculty Concert in honor of Sr. Catherine Carroll, distinguished
Professor of Music Theory, by her colleagues upon the occasion of her retirement. Awarded annually to an outstanding
Freshman or Sophomore student in the music theory classes by the Theory Faculty.
The Michael Lewis Fallacaro Performance Scholarship:
Created in 2008, the Michael Lewis Fallacaro award honors the memory of clarinet major and former student Michael
Lewis Fallacaro, who studied at the College from 2001 to 2003. Through the generosity of the Fallacaro family and
additional donations, the award is presented annually to a music major who exemplifies excellence in musical studies, a
love for music, and who will continue instrumental applied music lessons on a band or orchestral instrument. Selected
by the Music Department faculty.
The Fromkin Award:
Funded through the generosity of David Fromkin, internationally known author and attorney, since 1973. This award is
offered as First Prize in the Manhattanville College Annual Concerto Competition which is open to pianists, woodwind,
brass, and string players between the ages of 16 and 23. Recipient is selected by a panel of judges at a public
competition.
The Arlene Kaplan Awards:
Endowed prizes created by and funded through the generosity of Arlene Kaplan, an Alumna of the Manhattanville Music
Department. The prizes are awarded annually to two music majors in good standing who, in the opinion of a panel of
distinguished musicians, perform best at a special audition. Open to pianists, instrumentalists, and vocalists. The final
audition may take the form of a public concert. Awarding of prizes is at the discretion of the panel of judges.
The Scott McArthur Kelsch Prize in Music History:
This prize was created in 1987 in memory of Scott McArthur Kelsch by his grandparents, Dale and Kathleen Denning.
Awarded annually to an outstanding student in the Sophomore or Junior year music history courses by the Music History
Faculty.
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The Elmer Franklin Kinsman Music Prize:
The primary purpose for the establishment of this prize is to promote high standard public performances of original
compositions, and to reward Manhattanville students who succeed in meeting that goal. Prizes are awarded in honor of
Elmer Franklin Kinsman, a White Plains, New York composer. Established in 1994 by Evelyn Nebauer.
The Leon Kushner Piano Prize:
Established by the Music Department in 1996 to honor the memory of Leon Kushner, distinguished Professor of Music
and pianist. Awarded annually to an outstanding piano student selected by the piano faculty.
The Anthony J. LaMagra Scholarship:
Established by Manhattanville College in 2002 to honor Dr. Anthony J. LaMagra, distinguished Professor of Music, longterm Director of Music at the College, and pianist, upon his retirement. Awarded annually to an outstanding incoming
freshman student recommended by the music faculty.
The Brian Lethbridge Vocal Prize:
Established by the Music Department in 1996 to honor the memory of Brian Lethbridge, tenor and alumnus of
Manhattanville College. Awarded annually to an outstanding vocal music student selected by the vocal faculty.
The Elliot Magaziner Performance Scholarship:
This scholarship was created in fall, 2004 with donations honoring Maestro Elliot Magaziner, former Director of the
Manhattanville College Orchestra, the performance award is presented annually to a music major who exemplifies
excellence in music studies and will continue instrumental applied music lessons on an orchestral instrument. Selected
by the Music Department faculty.
The Sr. Josephine Morgan Scholarship:
Created in 1991 with donations honoring Josephine Morgan, R.S.C.J., Director of the Pius X School of Music from 1951 to
1969. Awarded annually to a music major who exemplifies excellence in music studies, excellence in academic studies,
and excellence in promoting the performance of music. Selected by the Music Department Faculty.
The Josephine Shine Award:
Awarded annually since 1980 in memory of Josephine Shine, distinguished Professor of Music History. A cash award is
presented to a music major for outstanding service to the Music Department. Faculty recommendations with selection
by the Director of Music.
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