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HUM101 Introduction to Music 
HUM107 Music of Latin America 
HUM110 Introduction to Jazz 
HUM151 Contemporary Vocal Ensemble 
HUM155 Voice Class I 
HUM156 Voice Class II 
HUM165 Wind Instruments I 
HUM170 Guitar I 
HUM171 Guitar II 
HUM180 Piano I 
HUM181 Piano II 
HUM182 Piano III 
HUM201 The American Musical Theater: A Production Workshop 
HUM210 American Music 

HUM101 Introduction to Music 3 credits; 3 hours This course is designed to develop an understanding and appreciation of various forms of music. Emphasis will be placed on the elements of musical organization, expression and style. Students will gain understanding by listening to selections and by discussing significant features of musical compositions from the Middle Ages to the present time. Prerequisite: CSE098 or CSE099, ENA/ENG099 Back To List
HUM107 Music of Latin America 3 credits: 3 hours This course is an overview of the music of Latin America according to several cultural/geographical areas, including Rio de la Plata, the Andean Region, Brazil, the Caribbean and Mexico. Latin American musical developments from the past and present will be studied to show the individual characteristics as well as the common elements within the various styles. Students will be required to attend one live concert at minimal or no cost. Prerequisites: CSE098 or CSE099, ENA/ENG099 Back To List
HUM110 Introduction to Jazz 3 credits; 3 hours This course is designed to develop an understanding and appreciation of jazz as a folk art. The music and characteristics of various styles, including Dixieland, blues, ragtime, boogie-woogie, bop, cool, funky, eclectic, and jazz fusion rock, will be studied through recordings and classroom performances. Emphasis will be on the stylistic characteristics of jazz piano, jazz/blues vocalists, the rhythm section, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, trumpet and trombone. The course will involve outside reading and listening, as well as performances and lecture/demonstrations. Prerequisite: CSE098 or CSE099, ENA/ENG099 Back To List
HUM151 Contemporary Vocal Ensemble 1 credit; 3 hours Emphasis is on the preparation for public performance of contemporary choral music for small vocal ensemble with two to four voices on each part. The repertory will include arrangements in a variety of contemporary vocal idioms: gospel, musical theatre, jazz. Performances of original works will also be encouraged. Enrollment will be limited to 20 students. A student may take Contemporary Vocal Ensemble five quarters for credit, or audit without credit. (A student may earn a total of 10 credits in Choir, Band and/or Contemporary Vocal Ensemble). Prerequisite: CSE098 or CSE099 Back To List
HUM155 Voice Class I 3 credits; 3 hours Emphasis is on the development of the voice for solo performance. Each student will explore the music most suitable for his or her individual voice or singing style. Class work includes basic music reading, vocal exercises, stage conduct and vocal styles. There will be both individual and group vocal work in class, including daily solo stage performance. Use of recording and TV taping for development of style and stage professionalism is included. Prerequisite: ENA/ENG099, MAT095/MAB095 Back To List
HUM156 Voice Class II 3 credits; 3 hours Based on foundations and experience in HUM155, emphasis is on individual vocal and professional development in performance. Class work includes advanced vocal exercises, stage conduct and style, daily solo performance, use of recording techniques, stage and TV taping. Experience involves preparation of resumes and professional programs in various styles of vocal music. Actual working experience will include techniques and adaptations required on TV, recording, opera, clubs, orchestras, and combos. Business aspects of the vocal music profession will be investigated, including: agents, publicity, managers, and contracts. Public performance on campus is required. Opportunities for auditions in New York City for professional and semi-professional engagements are provided. Prerequisite: MAT095/MAB095, HUM101 or equivalent, HUM155 or equivalent Back To List
HUM165 Wind Instruments I 3 credits; 3 hours This course is open to all students interested in playing a wind instrument but who have no previous experience. Students in this class will develop ensemble and solo performance skills on an instrument of their choice. Skills include tone production, intonation, posture, breathing, embouchure, fingering, rhythm, articulation, and scales and use of these skills in expressive performance. Students should expect to spend approximately $35 for materials (reeds, mouthpiece, instrument strap and books). Pre- or Corequisite: CSE098 or CSE099, ENA/ENG099, MAT095/MAB095, recommended HUM101 Back To List
HUM170 Guitar I 3 credits; 3 hours This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of acoustic guitar technique: strumming/picking technique, correct fingerings and tuning the guitar. Students will be introduced to the rudiments of music (types of notes, note values, time signatures, chord structure and scales). Students will learn to read and perform simple guitar melodies/chords and they need not have had previous guitar instruction. Guitars will be provided for student use. Prerequisite: CSE098 or CSE099, MAT095/MAB095 Back To List
HUM171 Guitar II 3 credits; 3 hours This course is a continuation of HUM170. Guitar techniques, including: strumming, slurring, guitar picking and exercises to facilitate more advanced left hand with right hand coordination will be continued. Further study in music theory, chord analysis and the essentials of various styles (classical, pop and jazz) will also be included. Guitars will be provided for student use. Prerequisite: CSE098 or CSE099, MAT095/MAB095, HUM170 with a grade of "C" or better or by audition. Back To List
HUM180 Piano I 3 credits; 3 hours This course is open to all students interested in playing the piano but who have had no previous experience. Students in this class will develop the ability to play simple melodies and learn simple accompanying techniques for folk songs, sight read at the keyboard, and to play easy piano literature from a variety of stylistic eras. Prerequisite: CSE098 or CSE099, ENA/ENG099, MAT095/MAB095 Back To List
HUM181 Piano II 3 credits; 3 hours A continuation of HUM180, this course will train students to play more complex compositions. Students also will learn to sight read more difficult musical selections, and will learn to improvise simple accompaniments for folk songs. Prerequisite: CSE098 or CSE099, ENA/ENG099, MAT095/MAB095, HUM180 with grade of "C" or better or by audition. Back To List
HUM182 Piano III 3 credits; 3 hours A continuation of HUM181, this course is designed to give the student an increased technical and reading capability. The student will learn about scales and finger exercises which will aid in the study of pieces representative of the various periods of musical composition. Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to play pieces appropriate for the advanced beginner from both the classical and popular repertoire. Prerequisite: CSE098 or CSE099, ENA/ENG099, MAT095/MAB095, HUM180 and HUM181 or by audition. Back To List
HUM201 The American Musical Theater: A Production Workshop 3 credits; 4 hours The student will participate in the preparation and public performance of a Broadway musical. Emphasis will be placed on individual and group learning experiences, and specific techniques required for performing in musicals, including such techniques as characterization, coordination of acting and body movement with singing, transition from speech to song, group movement for singing chorus, techniques of memorization, and overall production and publicity responsibilities. Additional rehearsal hours are part of the course requirement. Prerequisite: CSE098 or CSE099, ENA/ENG099, MAT095/MAB095 Back To List
HUM210 American Music 3 credits, 3 hours American music is an exploration of the various musical developments in the United States. Through listening, reading and discussion, students will investigate folk music, entertainment and commercial music, art music and other musical traditions of the United States. The Broadway musical and the current musical scene will also be studied. Prerequisite: CSE098 or CSE099, ENA/ENG099 Back To List


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