Pacific Christian College: Course Descriptions

Intensive study of the elements of music: notation, rhythm, meter, melody, scales, key signatures, intervals and chord structure. Open to all qualified students directed toward Music Majors, in preparation for entrance into Theory I.

MUS1210 Private Instruction in Voice (1-2)

The technique of singing. Literature based on ministry will be used as well as introduction to art song. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval.

MUS1220 Private Instruction in Piano (1-2)

Piano technique, repertoire and service playing. Provides the foundation for MUS3220/4220, which culminate in preparation for Junior and Senior Recitals. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval.

MUS1230 Private Instruction in Organ (1-2)

Basic organ technique for service playing. Provides the foundation for MUS 3230/4230, which require passing of proficiency in preparation for class-level recitals. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval.

MUS1240 Private Instruction in Instrumental Performance (1-2)

Basic technique in solo playing. Professional instruction in most band and orchestral instruments will be available upon request. Subsequent instruction in MUS4240 includes preparation for Senior Department of Music Recital. Prerequisite: Approval of Chairperson.

MUS1245 Private Music Theory (1)

This course is for students who need to add extra theory experience to the existing requirements. Level will be determined by the instructor. A lab fee will be assessed per unit.

MUS1301 Voice Class I (2)

Effective use of the voice in a variety of situations. This leads to more skill in songleading, ensemble singing, and solo performance.

MUS1302 Voice Class II (2)

Continuation of MUS1301. Prerequisite: MUS1301 or instructor's approval.

MUS1310 Hope International University Chorale (1)

Open to all qualified singers with choral experience, both music majors and non-music majors. Performs the major Classical chorale literature and contemporary gospel literature. Course may be repeated for credit.

MUS1325 Outreach Ensemble (1)

Small vocal and instrumental ensembles performing contemporary sacred literature. Regular off-campus public performances. Course may be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Auditions.

MUS1330 Chamber Singers (3)

An advanced, auditioned a cappella choral ensemble which performs significant shorter works of mixed styles and periods.

MUS1400 Worship Arts I: Introduction to Worship and Ministry (3)

This course gives an overview of the administration aspect of developing and managing a worship arts program in the church. Topics will include: budget, music library, church leadership styles, scheduling, and the day to day business of a worship arts program. This class will include church visits and interviews with church leaders.

MUS1501 Music Theory I (2)

Lecture, discussion, and practical exercises dealing with elementary music terminology, triads, rhythm, the melodic line, connection of chords, minor melodic lines, cadences, and tenor and alto clefs. Includes l hour of lab. Enrollment by placement. Consult the Music Department.

MUS1502 Music Theory II (2)

Lecture, discussion, and practical exercises dealing with inversion of triads, subdivision of the beat, non-harmonic tones, harmonization of melodies, secondary triads, chord progressions, leading tone triad, and supertonic triad. Modal counterpoint (16th century) in two parts is covered. Includes l hour of lab. Prerequisite: MUS1501.

MUS1511 Sightsinging and Ear-training I (2)

This course will include melodic dictation, recognition of chord quality, intervalic identifications, and sightsinging. Includes 1 hour of lab.

MUS1512 Sightsinging and Ear-training II (2)

A continuation of MUS1511. Prerequisite: MUS1511.

MUS1801 International Percussion Ensemble (1)

An introduction to hand percussion and ensemble playing. An in-depth study of African and South American percussion.

MUS2210 Private Instruction in Voice (1-2)

The technique of singing. Literature based on ministry will be used as well as introduction to art song. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval.

MUS2220 Private Instruction in Piano (1-2)

Piano technique, repertoire and service playing. Subsequent instruction in MUS3220/4220 culminate in preparation for Junior and Senior Recitals. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval.

MUS2230 Private Instruction in Organ (1-2)

Basic organ technique for service playing. Subsequent instruction in MUS 3230/4230 require demonstration of proficiency in preparation for class-level recitals. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval.

MUS2240 Private Instruction in Instrumental Performance (1-2)

Basic technique in solo playing. Professional instruction in most band and orchestral instruments will be available upon request. Subsequent instruction in MUS4240 includes preparation for Department of Music Senior. Prerequisite: Approval of Chairperson.

MUS2245 Private Music Theory (1)

This course is for students who need to add extra theory experience to the existing requirements. Level will be determined by the instructor. A lab fee will be assessed per unit.

MUS2250 Private Composition (1)

Explanation of traditional and current trends in techniques of composition, including writing for instruments and voices.

MUS2260 Guitar Class (1)

Various guitar playing methods, such as strumming, picking, and chord progression will be studied.

MUS2261 Guitar Class: Intermediate (1)

Continued and advanced techniques beyond MUS2260 are studied. Some ensemble playing as well. Course may be repeated for credit.

MUS2262 Guitar Ensemble (1)

Group performance of jazz, classical, and sacred music for the guitar.

MUS2360 Worship Band Skills (1)

An introduction to performing and rehearsing with a worship band involving acoustic and electric guitars, percussion, keyboards, and vocalists. Learning by doing in hands-on experience, chart-reading, and working with audio equipment and worship leaders.

MUS2361 Worship Band Group (1-2)

An auditioned worship band responsible for one Convocation service per week and accompanying the HIU Gospel Choir in performances and tour. Not limited to music majors. Auditions every May.

MUS2400 Worship Arts II: Performing Arts in Worship (3)

This course stresses the importance of performance arts in the church. It includes pageantry, production, liturgical dance, staging, musical performances in the church and set dressing among other art groups. It will teach the student the skills necessary to develop teams in the church to lead performance arts, or to lead these art groups themselves.

MUS2501 Music Theory III (2)

An intense program study of modulation, song forms, chord progressions, part writing procedures, and altered chords. Modal counterpoint is continued in three-part texture. Includes 1 hour of lab. Prerequisite: MUS1502.

MUS2600 Conducting I (2)

An introduction to the basic principles of conducting: meter, gesture, score assimilation, and technique. Application made to score study, choral and orchestral.

MUS3210 Private Instruction in Voice (1-2)

The technique of singing. Literature based on ministry will be used as well as introduction to art song. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval.

MUS3220 Private Instruction in Piano (1-2)

Piano technique, repertoire and service playing. The MUS3220/4220 sequences culminates in preparation for Junior and Senior Recitals. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval.

MUS3230 Private Instruction in Organ (1-2)

Basic organ technique for service playing. MUS 3230/4230 require demonstration of proficiency in preparation for class-level recitals. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval.

MUS3240 Private Instruction in Instrumental Performance (1-2)

Basic technique in solo playing. Professional instruction in most band and orchestral instruments will be available upon request. MUS4240 includes preparation for Department of Music Senior Recital. Prerequisite: Approval of Chairperson.

MUS3245 Private Music Theory (1)

This course is for students who wish to add extra theory experience to the existing requirements. Level will be determined by the instructor. A lab fee will be assessed per unit.

MUS3250 Private Composition (1)

Explanation of traditional and current trends in techniques of composition, including writing for instruments and voices.

MUS3260 Private Conducting (1)

Continuation of MUS3600. Prerequisite: MUS3600.

MUS3295 Junior Project (0)

For General Studies Music Majors only. Prerequisite: Faculty approval and 2000 level competencies in composition/arranging and two of the following: piano (traditional and improvisational), guitar, voice, or another instrument.

MUS3299 Junior Recital (0)

The 30 minute half recital is required of all Junior music majors.

MUS3320 Choral Methods for Children and Adults (3)

This course covers methods for all ages for organizing, directing, and administrating a graded choir program. Development of basic conducting skills and directional communication, as well as an introduction to literature and vocal development. Prerequisite: MUS2600.

MUS3335 Orchestration for Worship (2)

In this course, the student becomes acquainted with the practical fundamentals of instrumentation and orchestration. Since today's churches are utilizing instrumental ensembles, worship and praise teams, and recording techniques of every variety, the development of this creative skill for use in the church is primary, with emphasis given to basic principles of transcribing, arranging, and composing for instrumental ensembles of varying sizes. Prerequisite: MUS2502.

MUS3400 Worship Arts III: Technology in Worship (3)

This is a hands-on study of the technical side of worship services. This class includes instruction in mass media, computer generated visual aids, sound equipment, stage lighting, video and staging.

MUS3420 Current Music Technologies (3)

Electronic instruments, methodologies, hardware/software configurations, MIDI applications, etc. currently available to the professional church and commercial musician.

MUS3510 Music History and Literature (3)

Provides an in-depth survey of western music and musical thought from antiquity through the twentieth century. Emphasis is given to the continuing influences that musical art, performance practice, and the church have upon one another.

MUS3600 Conducting II (2)

A continuation of the procedures and principles of Conducting I. Class projects will require greater proficiency as the multiple skills necessary for effective conducting become more natural to the student. Prerequisite: MUS2600.

MUS3820 Worship Arts Internship (2)

Supervised field experience in which the student observes and analyzes the total music program in a cooperating church. Completed in the student's Junior year.

MUS4210 Private Instruction in Voice (1-2)

The technique of singing. Literature based on ministry will be used as well as introduction to art song. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval.

MUS4220 Private Instruction in Piano (1-2)

Piano technique, repertoire and service playing. The MUS3220/4220 sequence culminates in preparation for Junior and Senior Recitals. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval.

MUS4230 Private Instruction in Organ (1-2)

Basic organ technique for service playing. MUS 3230/4230 require demonstration of proficiency in preparation for class-level recitals. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval.

MUS4240 Private Instruction in Instrumental Performance (1-2)

MUS4245 Private Music Theory (1)

This course is for students who wish to add extra theory experience to the existing requirements. Level will be determined by the instructor. A lab fee will be assessed per unit.

MUS4250 Private Composition (1)

Explanation of traditional and current trends in techniques of composition, including writing for instruments and voices.

MUS4260 Private Conducting (1)

Continuation of MUS3600. Prerequisite: MUS3600.

MUS4295 Senior Project: Conducting (0)

A 30-45 minute project with accompanying papers. Prerequisite: Passing grade for Junior Recital/Project and faculty approval.

MUS4296 Senior Project: Production (0)

A 30-45 minute project with accompanying papers. Prerequisite: Passing grade for Junior Recital/Project and faculty approval.

MUS4297 Senior Project: Sacred Concert (0)

A 30-45 minute project with accompanying papers. Prerequisite: Passing grade for Junior Recital/Project and faculty approval.

MUS4299 Senior Recital (0)

A 60 minute full recital is required of all Senior music majors. Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of piano proficiency exam and MUS3299 Junior Recital.

MUS4400 Worship Arts IV: Philosophy and Theology of Worship (3)

This course is an in-depth exploration of the theology and philosophy of worship and serves as a practicum-format seminar providing hands-on experience in the planning and execution of worship services. Various approaches to worship planning and leadership are examined and thoroughly discussed. In addition to developing a personal philosophy of worship, each student will understand the different styles and structures of worship. Each student will employ those styles and structures in personally developed worship plans.

MUS4500 Ethnomusicology (3)

An introduction to the indigenous art, folk, and sacred music of non-western cultures. Develops a greater understanding of the relationship of music to the life experiences and worship practices on non-western people groups.

MUS4810 Music Ministry Internship (3)

Supervised work, in which the student observes and analyzes the total music program in a cooperating church. Prerequisite: Instructor's approval.

MUS4820 Worship Arts Internship (2)

The student is involved in practical, hands-on experiences in a church setting. Completed during the student's Senior year.

MUS4830 Music Teaching Assistant (1-3)

Student will assist with tasks and projects assigned by the instructor of record for each course. Prerequisite: Junior/Senior standing with instructor's approval.

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