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The School of Music offers the Master of Music degree with majors in
Music Performance, Conducting, Kodály Pedagogy, Theory/Composition,
and Musicology.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Students seeking admission to the graduate program in music must meet
the basic requirements of the university as specified in the SHSU Graduate
Catalogue. In addition, the following are required:
- Students seeking admission as Performance or Conducting majors must
pass an entrance audition administered by the appropriate faculty member
or group of faculty members in the area of study. Students seeking admission
for majors in Kodály Pedagogy, Theory/Composition, or Musicology
must complete an admission interview with the appropriate faculty member
or group of faculty members in the area of study.
- A combined score of 800 from any two sub-tests (Verbal, Quantitative,
or Analytical) of the Graduate Records Exam (GRE) is required. For admission
purposes, GRE scores are considered in conjunction with an evaluation
of the student’s transcripts of all previous college level academic
work and the audition/interview.
- Transcripts from all previous college level academic work are required
and should be submitted according to procedures outlined in the SHSU
Graduate Catalogue. A bachelor’s degree in music or a demonstrated
equivalent level of accomplishment is required. Whereas there is no
established minimum G.P.A. for previous college/university coursework,
students must possess potential for future academic success. Students
not possessing a bachelor’s degree in music which is accredited
by the National Association of Schools of Music will be evaluated through
the Graduate Music Diagnostic Exam.
GENERAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
- All students pursuing graduate degree programs must take and satisfy
the Graduate Music Diagnostic Exam. Included in this exam are questions
in music history, music theory, and aural skills. The purpose of the
Graduate Music Diagnostic Exam is to evaluate each student’s general
musical knowledge, identify deficiencies, and determine the potential
for successful academic completion of the desired graduate music degree
program.
- Leveling coursework (if necessary) will be determined by the Graduate
Advisor on the basis of the Graduate Music Diagnostic Exam.
- Graduate Ensemble enrollment is required each semester in which a
full load is carried and/or a student is in residence.
- Students who graduate with a major in Musicology should have a reading
knowledge in either German or French.
- All Master of Music degree programs require a minimum of 30 hours
beyond the undergraduate degree. Degrees in Kodály Pedagogy do
not require a thesis. A thesis is required for degree programs in Musicology
and Theory/Composition.
- The Master of Music in Performance degree is offered in piano, voice,
and all orchestral instruments including saxophone and euphonium.
- Vocal Performance majors must be proficient in Italian, German, and
French diction.
- Theory/Composition majors must be able to demonstrate piano competence.
- The Master of Music in Conducting degree is available with concentrations
in Choral, Orchestral, and Wind emphases.
- For all majors of the Master of Music degree, successful completion
of a comprehensive oral examination is required for graduation. This
exam is administered by a committee of three Music faculty. Oral examination
committees are appointed by the Graduate Advisor in consultation with
the student.
SPECIFIC DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
Master of Music in Performance |
| MUS 530 |
Analytical Techniques (3 hrs.) |
| MUS 698 |
Research Techniques (3 hrs.) |
Additional course from either Music
History, Music Theory, or Music Education (3 hrs.) |
| MUS 681X |
Recital I (3 hrs.) |
| MUS 682X |
Recital II (3 hrs.) |
| MUS 501X |
Applied Music (4 hours) |
| MUS 588X |
Applied Literature (3-6 hours) |
| MUS 598X |
Applied Pedagogy (3 hours) |
| ENS 512 |
Graduate Ensemble (2 hours) |
| Electives – from Music History, Music Theory,
Music Education, or other approved course (0-3 hours) |
Master
of Music in Conducting |
| MUS 530 |
Analytical Techniques (3 hrs.) |
| MUS 698 |
Research Techniques (3 hrs.) |
| Additional course from either Music
History, Music Theory, or Music Education (3 hrs.) |
| MUS 681X |
Recital I (3 hrs.) |
| MUS 682X |
Recital II (3 hrs.) |
| CND 501X |
Applied Conducting (4 hours) |
| MUS 588X |
Applied Literature (3-6 hours) |
| MUS 598X |
Applied Pedagogy (3 hours) |
| ENS 512 |
Graduate Ensemble (2 hrs.) |
| Electives – in Music History,
Music Theory, or Music Education (0-3 hrs.) |
Master of Music in Kodály Pedagogy
|
| MUS 530 |
Analytical Techniques (3 hrs.) |
| MUS 698 |
Research Techniques (3 hrs.) |
| Additional course from either Music
History, Music Theory, or Music Education (3 hrs.) |
| MUS 521 |
Advanced Solfege I (2 hrs.) |
| MUS 522 |
Advanced Solfege II (2 hrs.) |
| MUS 523 |
Advanced Solfege III (2 hrs.) |
| MUS 534 |
Kodály Pedagogy I (3 hrs.) |
| MUS 535 |
Kodály Pedagogy II (3 hrs.) |
| MUS 536 |
Folksong Analysis (3 hrs.) |
| ENS 512 |
Graduate Ensemble (0-2 hrs) |
| Electives – Graduate courses
in music (4-6 hrs.) |
Master of Music in Musicology
|
| MUS 530 |
Analytical Techniques (3 hrs.) |
| MUS 698 |
Research Techniques (3 hrs.) |
| Four additional 3 hr. graduate courses
in Music History (12 hrs.) |
| One additional 3 hr. graduate course
in Music Theory (3 hrs.) |
| ENS 512 |
Graduate Ensemble (0-2 hours) |
| Electives – Courses other than Music History (4-6
hrs.) |
| MUS 699 |
Thesis (3 hrs.) |
Master of Music in Theory/Composition*
|
| MUS 530 |
Analytical Techniques (3 hrs.) |
| MUS 698 |
Research Techniques (3 hrs.) |
| MUS 563 |
Pedagogy of Theory (3 hrs.) |
| MUS 567 |
Score Reading (3 hrs.) |
| CMP 501X |
Applied Composition (2 hrs.) |
| One additional 3 hr. graduate course
in Music History (3 hrs.) |
| Electives - Music courses other than
Theory/Composition (4 hrs.) |
| Theory emphasis: Two additional 3 hr.
graduate courses in Music Theory (6 hrs.) |
| MUS 699 |
Thesis (3 hrs.) |
| Composition emphasis: Six (6) additional hours of CMP
501X |
| MUS 681X |
Graduate Recital (3 hrs.) |
*Students majoring in Theory/Composition must choose either a Theory
emphasis or Composition emphasis.
Up to 9 hrs. of upper division (400 level) undergraduate courses may
be taken to satisfy graduate degree requirements if similar courses were
not completed in undergraduate studies. These courses include:
MUS 464 Seminar in Composition
MUS 474 Twentieth-Century Musical Styles
MUS 465 Counterpoint and Analysis
GRADUATE MUSIC COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
APPLIED MUSIC INSTRUCTION
| BSN 501X Bassoon |
EUP 501X Euphonium |
PNO 501X Piano |
| TUB 501X Tuba |
CEL 501X Cello |
FLU 501X Flute |
| SAX 501X Saxophone |
VLA 501X Viola |
CND 510X Conducting |
| HRN 501X Horn |
STB 501X String Bass |
VLN 501X Violin |
| CLR 501X Clarinet |
OBO 501X Oboe |
TRB 501X Trombone |
| VOI 501X Voice |
CMP 501X Composition |
PER 501X Percussion |
| TRP 501X Trumpet |
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Applied Music Fees. Students enrolled in Applied Music
Instruction are required to pay a fee at the time of registration on a
per-course basis as follows:
1-hour course $30.00
2-hour course $60.00
3-hour course $75.00
4-hour course $75.00
OTHER MUSIC COURSES
ENS 512 GRADUATE ENSEMBLE.
Participation in a musical ensemble at the graduate level. Credit 1.
MUS 521 ADVANCED SOLFEGE I.
A comprehensive course in aural development, including sightsinging, dictation,
and keyboard techniques (using relative solmization). Credit 2.
MUS 522 ADVANCED SOLFEGE II.
An advanced course in aural development including sightsinging, score
reading, dictation, and conducting (using relative solmization). Prerequisite:
MUS 521. Credit 2.
MUS 523 ADVANCED SOLFEGE III.
An advanced course in aural development including sightsinging, score
reading, dictation, and conducting as applied to music from various styles
and periods (using relative solmization). Prerequisite: MUS 522. Credit
2.
MUS 530 ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES.
Advanced techniques in the analysis of music from all historical periods.
Emphasis is placed on the ability to distinguish various stylistic idioms
and to verbalize about the harmonic, rhythmic, melodic, and structural
details of music. Credit 3.
MUS 534 KODÁLY PEDAGOGY
I. A course in curriculum development, teaching techniques, and
materials for general music in the elementary school according to the
Kodály concept. Credit 3.
MUS 535 KODÁLY PEDAGOGY
II. Advanced and specialized work on problems and application
of the Kodály concept in the schools. Prerequisite: MUS 534. Credit
3.
MUS 536 FOLKSONG ANALYSIS.
A general survey of American folk literature with emphasis upon analytical
techniques for selecting musical material for classroom use. Credit 3.
MUS 563 PEDAGOGY OF THEORY.
A general review of undergraduate theory, with an emphasis on the methods
of presenting material to secondary students, and also to freshman and
sophomore classes. Comparative analysis of textbooks commonly used in
these areas is emphasized. Credit 3.
MUS 567 SCORE READING.
The course emphasizes specialized aural development, functional keyboard
facility, and proficiency in reading orchestral, band, and choral scores.
Credit 3.
MUS 568 SEMINAR IN SPECIAL PROBLEMS.
Advanced and specialized work in Music Education, orchestration, composition,
theoretical research, and instrumental and choral technology is emphasized.
Prerequisites: Approval of the Graduate Advisor. Credit 3.
MUS 582 SYMPHONIC LITERATURE.
A systematic survey of literature for the symphony orchestra from its
establishment to the present, with emphasis on standard works as they
exemplify changing stylistic trends. Credit 3.
MUS 588X APPLIED LITERATURE.
Advanced study of literature for the various applied music areas. Individual
research projects and class performance. ( Two enrollments allowed, 3
hrs. each).
MUS 591 CONCEPTS OF MUSIC EDUCATION
(3 hrs). Application of philosophy, psychology, and aesthetic principals
of music education. Credit 3.
MUS 592 HISTORY OF MUSIC EDUCATION
IN THE UNITED STATES. An historical study of trends in music
education in the United States with emphasis on important events that
shaped the evolution of music teaching in American public schools. Credit
3.
MUS 593 ASSESSMENT IN MUSIC
LEARNING. A study of statistical measures as applied to music
testing. Emphasis is placed upon existing aptitude and achievement tests
used in the field of music. Credit 3.
MUS 598X APPLIED PEDAGOGY.
Advanced study in the pedagogy for the various applied areas. Credit 3.
MUS 681X RECITAL I.
A one hour solo performance reflecting high standards of artistic achievement
and involving both research and applied study requisite to its success.
The first of two recitals for performance and conducting specializations.
Credit 3.
MUS 682X RECITAL II
A one hour solo performance reflecting high standards of artistic achievement
and involving both research and applied study requisite to its success.
The second of two recitals for performance and conducting specializations.
Credit 3.
MUS 698 RESEARCH TECHNIQUES.
Emphasizes efficient use of standard library materials and bibliographic
sources, and the development of effective writing skills. Credit 3.
MUS 699 THESIS. Credit
3.
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