Department of Music

Programs of Study

MUSIC MAJOR

The following objectives are set forth for the degree program:

To broaden the student’s awareness of music in a global construct,
To develop a sense of professionalism within the discipline to include the highest possible performance standards, performance practice, stage deportment, and production,
To increase the musical and technical abilities of the student in performance, both solo and ensemble,
To heighten the student’s musical awareness and sensitivity to the broadest possible spectrum of music,
To provide the student with a foundation of music theory and analytical skills, including the common practice period as well as jazz and the avant-garde,
To provide the student with a foundation in the history of music,
To provide the student with sound preparation for graduate study in music, and
To provide experience in computer music/MIDI technology.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MUSIC

Conceived within the tradition of a liberal arts education, the Bachelor of Science in music degree program combines a strong music component with a broad menu of elective courses, allowing the student to tailor the program to individual needs and career goals. The program is divided into three components: 1) general education studies, 46-52 semester hours; 2) required music courses, 49-51 or 57-67 semester hours; and 3)24-30 semester hours of electives, or teacher education concentration, 29 semester hours.

Students may choose electives from any combination of music and non-music courses. Elective hours may be used to satisfy requirements for a minor in a non-music field. For example, a minor in dance, media, or business may be used to satisfy part of the elective requirement. For a full list of possible minors, please see current on-line catalog.

Alternately, students and their faculty advisors may use electives selected for those with specific career goals.

The B.S. in music may include course work to prepare for careers which include, but are not limited to:

· Church Music
· Independent Music Studio
· Media Services
· Music Retail
· Music Therapy
· Performance
· Public Relations in the Arts
· Recording Industry
· Teaching

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MUSIC (K-12 TEACHER CERTIFICATION)

This curriculum prepares students for the organization and administration of school music programs in grades K-12. The student will select an emphasis in either instrumental or choral/keyboard music, although dual emphasis is also possible.

Upon completion of the program, the student will be certified in instrumental or choral music by the South Carolina State Department of Education. Students wishing certification in both areas will pursue a suitable course of study approved by the music faculty.

In addition to the customary advisor within the Music Department, the student will also be assigned a co-advisor from the faculty of the College of Education. Students are encouraged to become familiar with “ Guidelines for All Teacher Education Programs,” in the current on-line catalog.

Four Year Registration Plan

APPLIED MUSIC

Applied music is available in:

Voice French Horn

Piano Trombone

Organ Baritone Horn

Guitar Euphonium

Flute Tuba

Oboe Percussion

Bassoon Violin

Clarinet Viola

Saxophone Cello

Trumpet Double Bass

Cornet

The following is the standard sequence of private and class Applied Music Instruction for teacher certification.

Keyboard Majors
a) Seven semester hours of private instruction in piano or organ.
b) A total of six semester hours of non-emphasis class and private voice instruction. Students may satisfy requirement by vocal audition. See voice instructor.

Voice Majors
a) Seven semester hours of private instruction.
b) A total of six semester hours of non-emphasis class private piano instruction. Students may satisfy all or part of the requirement by examination (Piano Proficiency Examination). See keyboard instructor.

Instrumental Majors

a)      Six semester hours of private instruction in major area.
b)      One semester hour of emphasis or non-emphasis wind/percussion/piano private instruction.
c)      Three semester hours of non-emphasis wind/percussion/piano private instruction with advisor’s approval.
d)      One semester hour of MUSI 125.
e)      A total of two semester hours of non-emphasis piano class (MUSI 123-124). Students may satisfy all or part of the keyboard requirement by examination (Piano Proficiency Examination). See keyboard instructor.

For the Bachelor of Science in Music, all students enroll for the applied music instrument of their audition every semester. They must also demonstrate keyboard proficiency by enrolling for piano class (MUSI 123-124) or by passing the Piano Proficiency Examination.

An applied music fee of $40 is charged to music majors or minors for each semester of private study (plus normal tuition fees). A fee of $130 is charged for private applied study as an elective. There is no additional fee for piano or voice classes.

SCHOLARSHIP, ENSEMBLE, & STUDIO AUDITIONS

Auditions are required of all students who wish to be considered for music scholarships.

It is best to audition in the spring prior to the freshman year. Applicants may audition at other times by special arrangement with the music faculty.

Audition information and dates may be obtained from the Department of Music, Lander University, Greenwood, South Carolina 29649, 864-388-8323.

PERFORMANCE

The University provides the following music performance opportunities for student participation:

· Old Main Singers (20-40)*
· University Singers (100-plus)1
· Lander Wind Ensemble2
· Lander Jazz Ensemble
· Opera Scenes
· Brass Ensemble
· Percussion Ensemble
· Piano Ensemble
· Woodwind Ensemble
· Guitar Ensemble
· Minorities on the Move Gospel Choir
· Annual Honors Recital
· Music Student Recitals
· Faculty and Guest Artist Recitals
· Annual Piano Showcase
· Concerto Competition

* by audition

1 required of choral emphasis students

2 required of instrumental emphasis students

In addition, students regularly attend and gain valuable experience assisting with these on-campus activities:

· The Greenwood-Lander Performing Arts Series
· Music Educators National Conference
· South Carolina Music Teachers Association
· Campus Events/Top Dog Productions â
· Lander Piano Festival
· Lander Invitational Choral Festival
· Lander Brass Weekends

The Music Department provides many opportunities for students to participate in solo and chamber performances. Monthly recitals are scheduled throughout the academic year. Students are selected by competitive audition for Honors Recitals and concerto appearances.

Advanced students may, with their applied instructor’s permission, perform a solo or chamber recital during their junior and/or senior year.

Students in the Bachelor of Science program may obtain academic credit for a full recital by enrolling in MUSI 390.

Specific regulations concerning recitals may be obtained from each applied music instructor.

ENSEMBLE PARTICIPATION

Students pursuing the Bachelor of Science in Music degree participate in an appropriate principal ensemble every semester. Customarily the student must accumulate eight semester hours of ensemble credit. Because the program prepares students for a broad range of career options, a music faculty committee will consider requests for alternative ways to satisfy the ensemble requirement.

Students seeking teacher certification participate in the required ensemble every semester except when practice teaching. Customarily, music education students must take a minimum of seven semester hours of required ensemble credit.

MUSIC MINOR

The music minor is intended to serve students of other majors seeking music study for personal enrichment, as well as those requiring preparation for careers such as music theatre. The program requires a minimum of 18 semester hours credit in music:

                MUSI 017, two semesters                    0
                MUSI 111-112, 113-114                       8
                MUSI 201                                           3
                Applied Music, two semesters               2
                Music Ensemble                                  2

Electives in Music 3

TOTAL 18

Electives may be selected from courses in the following areas: theory, music history, applied music, ensemble, methods, or conducting.

Interested students should contact the Music Department Chair for further information and to be assigned a music faculty advisor.

PART-TIME STUDENTS

A music major enrolled for less than 12 semester hours is classified as a part-time student and will be charged tuition at the rate specified in the current on-line catalog. Each part-time music student will develop a long-range plan of study with his advisor to include a projected date of completion of studies. The part-time student is expected to show yearly progress in meeting general education requirements, requirements for the music major, and for electives.