MUEP 120
Basic Audio Recording
Fundamentals of audio recording, providing a basic knowledge of essential recording theory, skills, and techniques.
Units: 1.
MUEP 191
Directed Study in Music Education and Pedagogy
Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required
MUEP 195
Internship in Music Pedagogy
An experience-based project in music developed in consultation with a designated supervisor and a conservatory faculty member, comprising a work component and an academic component. The academic component of the internship, carried out under the supervision of the faculty member, may include readings related to the substance of the internship, discussions with the faculty member, and a written report or other culminating project appropriate to the discipline.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required
MUEP 201
Introduction to Music Education
An introduction to philosophy of music education and the principles of learning theory and pedagogy, as applied to the private lesson, instrumental and choral ensembles, and general music classroom. Includes directed reading and discussion, observation of experienced teachers, and in-class teaching. Successful completion of this course is required prior to admission to the music education areas of general, choral/general, instrumental, and instrumental/general.
Units: 3.
MUEP 230
Voice for Instrumental Music Educators
An introduction to singing technique, voice use, and health. Consists of lectures and private lessons.
Units: 1.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
MUEP 231
Vocal Proficiency and Pedagogy I, II
An introduction to and practicum on the basics of vocal technique and pedagogy. Emphasis on techniques of breathing, phonation, and vowel formation and the building of resonance and range. Two-term sequence, taken in conjunction with MUEN 270 (students may elect to substitute MUEN 275 or MUEN 272, by audition). 1 unit per term.
Units: 1.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
MUEP 232
Vocal Proficiency and Pedagogy I, II
An introduction to and practicum on the basics of vocal technique and pedagogy. Emphasis on techniques of breathing, phonation, and vowel formation and the building of resonance and range. Two-term sequence, taken in conjunction with MUEN 270 (students may elect to substitute MUEN 275 or MUEN 272, by audition). 1 unit per term.
Units: 1.
MUEP 240
General Music Methods I
Philosophy, principles, and procedures of early childhood music education, grades pre-K-3. Includes basic musicianship skills, understanding and implementation of Kodály, Orff, and Dalcroze methodologies. Laboratory observations and experiences with young children.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: MURP 212 and MUTH 251, or consent of instructor
MUEP 245
Instrumental Pedagogy
An introduction to individualized instrumental instruction. Directed reading and discussion concerning instrumental technique and pedagogy, learning theory, and lesson planning. Includes supervised teaching of private lessons and observation of experienced teachers. May be repeated for credit.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing and consent of instructor
MUEP 252
Cello Pedagogy
An introduction to cello teaching. Directed reading and discussion concerning technique and pedagogy, learning theory, and lesson planning. Includes supervised teaching of private lessons and observation of experienced teachers.
Units: 3.
MUEP 259
Brass Pedagogy
An introduction to individualized brass instrument instruction. Directed reading and discussion concerning wind instrument technique and pedagogy, learning theory, and lesson planning.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of performance qualifying exam
MUEP 260
Wind Pedagogy
An introduction to individualized wind instrument instruction. Directed reading and discussion concerning wind instrument technique and pedagogy, learning theory, and lesson planning. Includes supervised teaching of private lessons and observation of experienced teachers.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
MUEP 261
Flute Pedagogy
An introduction to teaching the flute. Directed reading and discussion concerning technique and pedagogy, learning theory, and lesson planning. Includes supervised teaching of private lessons and observation of experienced teachers.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
MUEP 280
The Entrepreneurial Musician
A broad introduction to entrepreneurship for musicians, dancers, thespians, visual artists, and other interested students. This course aspires to give students the tools and the mindset to become agents of innovative, entrepreneurial change, social entrepreneurs or entrepreneurial artists. After presenting a social science view of entrepreneurship, the course will feature faculty from a variety of disciplines as well as visiting entrepreneurs. This is a project-oriented course with extensive speaking that will challenge convention, push you to new realms of creative thought, and stretch the boundaries of collaborative learning. Are you ready to unleash the power of the liberal arts?
Units: 6.
MUEP 301
Piano Pedagogy I
An introduction to piano teaching. Study of learning process and teaching methods and materials. Work with lesson and curriculum planning and instructional techniques for both groups and individuals, from average-age beginners through intermediate-level students. Required observation of experienced teachers and supervised teaching.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or consent of instructor
MUEP 302
Piano Pedagogy II
An introduction to piano teaching. Study of learning process and teaching methods and materials. Work with lesson and curriculum planning and instructional techniques for both groups and individuals, from average-age beginners through intermediate-level students. Required observation of experienced teachers and supervised teaching.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: MUEP 301
MUEP 303
Piano Pedagogy III
An introduction to piano teaching. Study of learning process and teaching methods and materials. Work with lesson and curriculum planning and instructional techniques for both groups and individuals, from average-age beginners through intermediate-level students. Required observation of experienced teachers and supervised teaching.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: MUEP 302
MUEP 304
Guitar Pedagogy
An introduction to class guitar and individual guitar instruction. Includes reading and discussion, lesson and curriculum planning, observation of experienced teachers and a survey of pedagogical materials.
Units: 1.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
MUEP 305
Jazz Pedagogy
Structured to prepare teachers of elementary, middle school, and high school students. Jazz education philosophies, teaching improvisation/aural skills/interaction, fostering composition/arranging in the school program, small group development, large ensemble rehearsal techniques, repertoire/ programming, and public presentation.
Units: 1.
Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor
MUEP 307
Orchestration for the Music Educator
An overview of woodwind, brass, string, and percussion instrument families, with discussion of solutions to common problems encountered when dealing with these instruments.
Units: 1.
Prerequisite: MUTH 301
MUEP 310
Brass Techniques
An introduction to the teaching of brass instruments, with emphasis on teaching principles and their application to school music. Theoretical and practical playing knowledge of all brass instruments required. Discussion and evaluation of method, materials, and literature.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
MUEP 315
Percussion Techniques
An introduction to the teaching of percussion instruments, with emphasis on teaching principles and their application to school music. Theoretical and practical playing knowledge of all percussion instruments required. Required observation, discussion, and evaluation of method, materials, and literature.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
MUEP 321
Woodwind Techniques I
A study of the woodwind instruments, with emphasis on teaching principles and their application to school music. Laboratory fee.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
MUEP 322
Woodwind Techniques II
A study of the woodwind instruments, with emphasis on teaching principles and their application to school music. Laboratory fee.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: MUEP 321 or consent of instructor.
MUEP 331
String Techniques I
Class instruction in all bowed string instruments, with emphasis on teaching principles and their application to string classes in elementary and secondary schools.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing; recommended that string majors take this course during the sophomore year
MUEP 332
String Techniques II
Class instruction in all bowed string instruments, with emphasis on teaching principles and their application to string classes in elementary and secondary schools.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: MUEP 331 or consent of instructor.
MUEP 333
String Pedagogy: Pedagogues & Methods
A concentrated course encompassing a wide range of pedagogical approaches and principles involved in teaching and playing the violin, viola, cello, and double bass. Topics include the study of major pedagogues, including Galamian, Suzuki, Rolland, and others. Offered even years only.
Units: 1.
MUEP 334
String Pedagogy: Editing Orchestral String Parts
A study of orchestral bowing principles and string finger logic to yield musical results. Has application to string majors, secondary string players, conductors, composers, and music educators. Offered odd years only.
Units: 1.
MUEP 335
Guitar Techniques for the Music Educator
Beginning guitar instruction providing practical application of basic performance techniques to the elemtary music classroom for the purposes of teaching.
Units: 1.
MUEP 336
Guitar and Recorder Techniques for the Music Educator
Beginning guitar and recorder instruction providing practical application of basic performance techniques to the elementary music classroom for the purpose of teaching.
Units: 1.
MUEP 340
Musical Theatre Production Overview
This course is designed to equip the future educator with a basic understanding of the various details and responsibilities involved in mounting a musical theatre production. Topics include: choosing a musical, rehearsal schedules, the audition process, costumes and makeup, stage direction and blocking, lighting and sound, advertising, budget, and problems in the "pit." This course will be offered every other year.
Units: 3.
Also listed as Theatre Arts 340
MUEP 345
Applied Instrumental Pedagogy
Application of teaching strategies, learning theory, and lesson planning to private lesson instruction. Directed teaching and discussion of journal articles and texts addressing issues relevant to studio teaching. Students enrolled in the course are assigned a student from outside the university and teach an observed private lesson each week. May be repeated for credit.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: MUEP 201 or MUEP 245
MUEP 350
General Music Methods II
Philosophy, principles, and procedures of elementary music education, grades 4-6. Includes basic musicianship skills, understanding and implementation of Kodály, Orff, and Dalcroze methodologies. Laboratory observations and experiences with young children.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: MUEP 240
MUEP 370
General Music Practicum
A pre-student-teaching opportunity to integrate coursework in general music with practical teaching experience in grades K-12. Two and one-half hours of teaching per week with weekly conferences with instructor. Teaching hours will count toward the 100 clock-hour pre-student teaching mandated by the State of Wisconsin.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: MUEP 232, MUEP 335, and MUEP 350; or consent of instructor
MUEP 371
Voice Science and Pedagogy I
An introduction to the science and pedagogy of singing, emphasizing the physiology and pedagogy of respiration for singing, the voice source, vocal acoustics, and registration. The application of voice science to pedagogy, issues of pedagogical philosophy and psychology, vocal line, vocal vibrato, and vocal hygiene also are introduced. 3 units awarded upon completion of MUEP 372.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor; credit awarded upon completion of MUEP 372
MUEP 372
Voice Science and Pedagogy II
A continuation of MUEP 371. Supervised student teaching with weekly lab discussions on issues arising from the teaching experience.
Units: 1.
Prerequisite: MUEP 371
MUEP 380
Conducting Principles
An introduction to choral and instrumental conducting: baton and rehearsal techniques, and score-reading (utilizing aural and keyboard skills). Lab required.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, MUTH 301 and BKS
MUEP 390
Tutorial in Music Pedagogy
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
MUEP 391
Directed Study in Music Education and Pedagogy
Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required
MUEP 395
Internship in Music Pedagogy
An experience-based project in music developed in consultation with a designated supervisor and a conservatory faculty member, comprising a work component and an academic component. The academic component of the internship, carried out under the supervision of the faculty member, may include readings related to the substance of the internship, discussions with the faculty member, and a written report or other culminating project appropriate to the discipline.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required
MUEP 399
Independent Study in Music Pedagogy
Students considering an honors project should register for independent study for one or more terms.
Units: 1 TO 98.
MUEP 401
Instrumental Methods and Rehearsal Techniques I
Principles, procedures, and philosophy for organizing, administering, and teaching in orchestra and band programs at the elementary, middle, and senior high levels. Synthesis and expansion of music and education courses previously taken by music education students. Development of a practical yet comprehensive method for teaching instrumental music.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: Junior standing and MUEP 380
MUEP 402
Choral Techniques, Rehearsal Procedures, and Repertoire I
A study of rehearsal techniques, repertoire, and good singing habits as they relate to choral ensemble and general music programs. Laboratory experience in local junior and senior high schools.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: MUEP 370 or consent of instructor
MUEP 451
Instrumental Methods and Rehearsal Techniques II
A continuation of instrumental conducting studies; rehearsal technique; aural, vocal, and written score analysis; and improvisation. Specific topics pertinent to the student’s emphasis addressed. Required participation in instrumental lab.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: MUEP 401
MUEP 452
Choral Techniques, Rehearsal Procedures and Repertoire II
Students will continue to develop their skills as addressed in MUEP 402. Includes more intensive formal score analysis, lesson planning, vocal modeling, and listening. Students will begin to develop inner hearing, demonstrate an ability to play and sing the score, refine rehearsal efficiency, and demonstrate effective nonverbal skills as well while conducting. Students will also teach in a high school or middle school choral classroom.
Units: 6.
Prerequisite: MUEP 402 Corequisite: MUEP 307
MUEP 502
Early Advanced Piano Pedagogy
A course in how to teach the advancing pianist, with a survey of piano literature for the pre-college student. Readings on style, technique, form, and practice techniques. Required observation of conservatory piano faculty.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: MUEP 303
MUEP 503
Group Piano Pedagogy
Study of different types of group teaching situations: in the schools, independent studios, different age and special-interest groups, repertoire classes. Techniques for teaching in the electronic piano laboratory.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: MUEP 303
MUEP 505
Internship in Piano Pedagogy
Internship in independent studio teaching. Opportunity to integrate coursework in piano pedagogy with practical experience in an independent piano studio. Exploration of the business and professional aspects of establishing an independent teaching studio. Studio placement must be approved by instructor.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: MUEP 581
MUEP 581
Student Teaching in Piano I
Supervised teaching in the Lawrence Academy of Music. Includes weekly conferences with the pedagogy instructor.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: MUEP 303
MUEP 582
Student Teaching in Piano II
Supervised teaching in the Lawrence Academy of Music. Includes weekly conferences with the pedagogy instructor.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: MUEP 581
MUEP 590
Tutorial in Music Pedagogy
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
MUEP 591
Directed Study in Music Education and Pedagogy
Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required
MUEP 595
Internship in Music Pedagogy
An experience-based project in music developed in consultation with a designated supervisor and a conservatory faculty member, comprising a work component and an academic component. The academic component of the internship, carried out under the supervision of the faculty member, may include readings related to the substance of the internship, discussions with the faculty member, and a written report or other culminating project appropriate to the discipline.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required
MUEP 599
Independent Study in Music Pedagogy
Students considering an honors project should register for independent study for one or more terms.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
MUEP 660
Advanced Methods in Teaching Music
The seminar will engage students in critical reflection upon their teaching experience. Concrete and theoretical problems having to do with teaching and learning will be explored (
e.g., classroom management, assessment of pupil performance, curriculum design, instructional methods), as will issues having to do with educational policy and school organization.
Units: 3.
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in MUEP 680 or consent of the instructor
MUEP 680
Student Teaching
Student teaching assignments for 18-week public or private school semesters are contracted with local Fox Valley schools within a 45 mile radius of campus. Concurrent registration in MUEP 660 Advanced Methods in Teaching Music is required.
Units: 18.
Prerequisite: Senior standing and admission to student teaching program; contact department chair about specific prerequisites and co-requisites
MUEP 685
International Student Teaching
This is an overseas student teaching option in music. After nine weeks of student teaching in the greater Fox Valley, students will be placed in one of 16 countries to complete the student teaching practicum. International student teaching is available during 13th term. For students in the five-year double-degree program, a 16th term of student teaching is available under the same policy. Students must have been admitted to the student teaching program and have met all requirements for domesting student teaching. Contact the department chair for additional admisson and fee requirements.
Units: 18.
Prerequisite: Senior standing and admission to student teaching program; contact the music education department chair about specific prerequisites, co-requisites, admissoin and fee requirements
MUEP 690
Tutorial in Music Pedagogy
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
MUEP 691
Directed Study in Music Education and Pedagogy
Directed study follows a syllabus set primarily by the instructor to meet the needs or interests of an individual student or small group of students. The main goal of directed study is knowledge or skill acquisition, not research or creative work.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required
MUEP 695
Internship in Music Pedagogy
An experience-based project in music developed in consultation with a designated supervisor and a conservatory faculty member, comprising a work component and an academic component. The academic component of the internship, carried out under the supervision of the faculty member, may include readings related to the substance of the internship, discussions with the faculty member, and a written report or other culminating project appropriate to the discipline.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required
MUEP 699
Independent Study in Music Pedagogy
Students considering an honors project should register for independent study for one or more terms.
Units: 1 TO 98.
Prerequisite: Counter Registration Required.
