Introduction
The Department of Music offers programs leading to Bachelor of Music,
Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Music Education
degrees. Students who major in music take courses that provide a broad
cultural background for careers in music teaching, performance,
graduate study and music-related work. Membership in organized music
groups, including Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Marching Band,
Symphony Orchestra, Concert Choir, ISU Women’s Choir, Idaho State
Chorale, Jazz Bands, Chamber Choir, Opera Workshop and a variety of
small woodwind, brass, percussion, string, vocal and keyboard
ensembles, is open to all university students.
Accreditation
The Idaho State University Department of Music is an accredited
institutional member of the National Association of Schools of
Music. Its music education program is also accredited by regional and
state accrediting agencies.
Goals and Objectives
The Department of Music at Idaho State University has the following
goals:
1. To offer instruction of the highest
possible quality to music students;
2. To provide an atmosphere of professional
experiences in music, including concerts, master classes, and guest
artists;
3. To prepare professional musicians for careers in
teaching and/or performance;
4. To offer courses and musical experiences as an
element of cultural enrichment for students who do not major in music;
5. To provide opportunities for continued
participation by all university students in various performing
ensembles and other musical activities; and
6. To exhibit a strong posture in community service
through co-sponsorship and promotion of music cultural events.
The student-related outcome objectives relating to these goals are as
follows:
1. Students will gain professional level
performing experience in a variety of settings including large
ensemble, small ensemble, and solo performance. These performance
experiences will culminate in the presentation of a solo recital in the
senior year.
2. Students will gain a broad understanding of the
history of music, focusing primarily upon Western musical culture, but
also including an overview of world musics. Students will gain an
understanding of how music functions within society and culture.
3. Students will gain a broad understanding of music
theory, including part writing, analysis, and composition.
4. Students will develop ear training skills,
including the abilities to hear and notate pitch, intervals, chords,
and rhythms. Students will be able to hear and identify procedures and
large scale structures that are used in music.
5. Students, especially those in the Bachelor of
Music Education degree, will gain knowledge and experience in the art
of teaching music.
6. Students will gain and be able to display basic
competencies on piano, including performance, sight reading,
transposition, harmonization, and proper piano technique.
Admission
All prospective music majors/minors and transfer students must contact
the department office prior to their first semester’s
registration to be assigned a departmental advisor and take diagnostic
placement tests and performance auditions. Acceptance as a music
major/minor is dependent upon auditions and these examinations.
Examinations should be taken before or during the week preceding
classwork.
Performance Auditions
These auditions will include technique demonstration and repertoire
performance.
Theory Placement Exam
This exam will determine the specific semester of music theory to which
a student will be assigned.
Piano Placement Exams
These tests serve to determine the specific semester and section of
class piano or private instruction to which a student will be admitted.
All music majors must successfully complete the department’s
required piano proficiency to graduate. Credits in MUSC 1118-1119, MUSC
2218-2219, or MUSC 1120 may be used toward passing the piano
proficiency. The student must register for piano or piano class each
semester until passing the proficiency exam.
Special Graduation Requirements
1. An overall accumulative grade point
average of 2.0 for all University courses is required for graduation.
The Music Department requires a Music GPA of 2.5 as a standard for
graduation. An additional requirement is that a music major or minor
must earn no less than a “C-” grade in each music course.
Furthermore, at least a “C-” grade must be received to
advance to another course for which the earlier course is a
prerequisite, or to advance to the next level of a continuation course.
2. All Music majors must pass the department’s
Junior Standing Exam (usually taken at the end of the sophomore year)
and register for, and pass, applied music lessons, a minimum of 2
semesters at the 3000 level, and 1-2 semesters at the 4000 level.
Music Department Handbook
A handbook is available online at
http://www.isu.edu/music/handbook.shtml which describes more completely
the facilities, policies, course sequencing and departmental
operations. Prospective students and music majors/minors are urged to
become familiar with its contents.
Bachelor's Degrees
The Department of Music offers programs leading to
Bachelor of Music,
Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science,
and
Bachelor of Music Education
degrees.
Bachelor of Music
The Bachelor of Music degree is designed for students preparing for
graduate study or careers in performance. A student majoring in Music
Performance may choose to specialize in voice, piano, guitar, strings,
winds, or percussion.
Basic Non-Music Requirements
Goal 1 3 cr
Goal 2 3 cr
Goal 10B (French or German) 8 cr
(Voice majors are strongly encouraged to elect one year of
foreign language study in each language)
Social Sciences 12 cr
Natural and Physical Sciences (Including laboratories) 8 cr
Fine Arts or Humanities (not counting foreign language or music) 3 cr
Electives (other than music) 6 cr
TOTAL: 43 cr
Basic Music Requirements (common to all options)
MUSC 1103 Theory of Music I 3 cr
MUSC 1104 Theory of Music II 3 cr
MUSC 1107 Recital Attendance (seven semesters) 0 cr
MUSC 1108 The World of Music (Goal 6) 4 cr
MUSC 1113 Aural Skills I 1 cr
MUSC 1114 Aural Skills II 1 cr
MUSC 2203 Theory of Music III 3 cr
MUSC 2204 Theory of Music IV 3 cr
MUSC 2213 Aural Skills III 1 cr
MUSC 2214 Aural Skills IV 1 cr
MUSC 3304 Music History I 3 cr
MUSC 3305 Music History II 3 cr
MUSC 3306 Music History III 3 cr
MUSC 3311 Form and Analysis 2 cr
MUSC 4495 Senior Recital 2 cr
Piano Proficiency* 4 cr
Upper Division Music Theory/History Elective 2 or 3 cr
Other Music Electives** 2 cr
* Piano proficiency is required for all degree candidates. Applied
music secondary credits (MUSC 1118-1119, MUSC 2218-2219, or MUSC 1120)
may be used toward passing the piano proficiency. The student must
register for piano each semester until able to pass the proficiency
exam.
**Music electives must be chosen from Music Courses, not from Applied
Music or Music Ensembles (Performing Organizations).
Voice Option
MUSC 2225 Voice Diction 2 cr
MUSC 3319 Choral Conducting 2 cr
MUSC 3325 Advanced Voice Diction 2 cr
MUSC 4419 Voice Literature 3 cr
MUSC 4420 Voice Pedagogy 3 cr
Applied Music (voice) 16 cr
Large Ensembles (choir) 8 cr
Opera Workshop 2 cr
Piano Option
MUSC 3319 Choral Conducting 2 cr
OR
MUSC 3320 Instrumental Conducting 2 cr
MUSC 3395 Junior Recital 1 cr
MUSC 4413 Piano Literature 2 cr
MUSC 4414 Piano Pedagogy 2 cr
Applied Music (piano) 24 cr
Large Ensembles (band, orchestra, choir) 7 cr
Chamber Music (keyboard collaboration) 4 cr
Instrumental Option
MUSC 3320 Instrumental Conducting 2 cr
MUSC 4411 Instrument Literature 2 cr
MUSC 4412 Instrument Pedagogy 2 cr
Applied Music (major instrument) 24 cr
Large Ensembles (band, orchestra, choir) 8 cr
Chamber Music (instrumental ensemble) 4 cr
Bachelor of Music Education
The Bachelor of Music Education is a nine-semester degree program
designed to prepare students to teach music in secondary and elementary
schools. Graduating students will be eligible for certification K-12,
vocal and instrumental music.
Music Education students must complete requirements and be fully
admitted to the Teacher Education Program before they can take courses
in Professional Education number 3000 and above. Refer to the Teacher
Education Program in the
College
of Education section of this Undergraduate Catalog.
Basic Music Requirements
MUSC 1103 Theory of Music I 3 cr
MUSC 1104 Theory of Music II 3 cr
MUSC 1107 Recital attendance (7 semesters) 0 cr
MUSC 1108 The World of Music (Goal 6) 4 cr
MUSC 1113 Aural Skills I 1 cr
MUSC 1114 Aural Skills II 1 cr
MUSC 1127 Class Voice 1 cr
OR
MUSP 1172 ISU Women’s Choir 1 cr
OR
MUSP 1173 Concert Choir 1 cr
MUSC 2203 Theory of Music III 3 cr
MUSC 2204 Theory of Music IV 3 cr
MUSC 2213 Aural Skills III 1 cr
MUSC 2214 Aural Skills IV 1 cr
MUSC 2252 Introduction to Music Education 1 cr
MUSC 2255 Woodwind Methods 2 cr
MUSC 2256 Brass Methods 2 cr
MUSC 2258 Percussion Methods 2 cr
MUSC 2259 String Methods 2 cr
MUSC 3304 Music History I 3 cr
MUSC 3305 Music History II 3 cr
MUSC 3306 Music History III 3 cr
MUSC 3311 Form and Analysis 2 cr
MUSC 3312 Music Technology 2 cr
MUSC 3319 Choral Conducting 2 cr
MUSC 3320 Instrumental Conducting 2 cr
MUSC 3333 Elementary Music Methods 3 cr
MUSC 3334 Choral Music Methods 2 cr
MUSC 3335 Instrumental Music Methods 2 cr
MUSC 3338 Field Experience in Music Education 2 cr
MUSC 4401 Orchestration 2 cr
Applied music (major instrument or voice) 7 cr
Large Performing Ensembles (band, orchestra, choir) 7 cr
IN ADDITION:
Solo or joint senior recital
Piano proficiency*
Chamber Ensembles
* Piano proficiency is required for all degree candidates. Applied
music secondary credits (MUSC 1118-1119, MUSC 2218-2219, or MUSC 1120)
may be used toward passing the piano proficiency. The student must
register for piano each semester until able to pass the proficiency
exam.
Professional Education Requirements
EDUC 2201 Development and Individual Differences 3 cr
EDUC 2204 Families, Communities, Culture 3 cr
EDUC 3301 Inquiring, Thinking, Knowing 3 cr
EDUC 4401 Content Area Literacy 3 cr
SPED 3350 Creating Inclusive Classrooms 3 cr
EDUC 4492 Secondary Music Education: Student Teaching Internship 7-14 cr
Note: Music Education students are not required to take EDUC 2215, which is normally part of the Education core courses.
General Education Requirements
Goals 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10A or 10B, 11, 12
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Music
The Bachelor of Arts in Music degree is a general music degree with
additional electives in the arts and humanities. The Bachelor of
Science in Music degree emphasizes the study of music with additional
electives in science and mathematics. Seventy credits of non-music
courses are required in the B.A. and B.S. degrees.
Degree candidates whose applied major is voice are encouraged to take a
second year of a foreign language--French or German.
Basic Music Requirements
MUSC 1103 Theory of Music I 3 cr
MUSC 1104 Theory of Music II 3 cr
MUSC 1107 Recital attendance (7 semesters) 0 cr
MUSC 1108 The World of Music (Goal 6) 4 cr
MUSC 1113 Aural Skills I 1 cr
MUSC 1114 Aural Skills II 1 cr
MUSC 2203 Theory of Music III 3 cr
MUSC 2204 Theory of Music IV 3 cr
MUSC 2213 Aural Skills III 1 cr
MUSC 2214 Aural Skills IV 1 cr
MUSC 3304 Music History I 3 cr
MUSC 3305 Music History II 3 cr
MUSC 3306 Music History III 3 cr
MUSC 3311 Form and Analysis 2 cr
MUSC 4495 Senior recital 2 cr
Applied Music 8 cr
Piano Proficiency*
Large Ensembles (band, orchestra, choir) 8 cr
Chamber Ensembles
Upper Division Music Theory/History Elective 2 or 3 cr
Other Music Electives** 2 cr
* Piano proficiency is required for all degree candidates. Applied music secondary credits (MUSC 1118-1119, MUSC 2218-2219, or MUSC 1120) may be used toward passing the piano proficiency. The student must register for piano each semester until able to pass the proficiency exam.
** Music electives must be chosen from Music Courses, not from
Applied Music or Music Ensembles (Performing Organizations.
Minor in Music
Required Courses
MUSC 1103 Theory of Music I 3 cr
MUSC 1104 Theory of Music II 3 cr
MUSC 1107 Recital attendance (4 semesters) 0 cr
MUSC 1108 The World of Music (Goal 6) 4 cr
MUSC 1113 Aural Skills I 1 cr
MUSC 1114 Aural Skills II 1 cr
Applied Music
(2 credits at the 1000 level, 2 credits at the 2000 level) 4 cr
Large Performing Ensembles (Band, Choir, Orchestra) 4 cr
Music Elective 2 cr
Membership in organized music groups is open to all university students
subject to approval of the respective directors. All ensembles listed
below may be repeated at any time without limitation. However, only 8
credits of music ensembles can be counted toward graduation credit hour
requirements. All music majors are required to participate in a large
ensemble (band, orchestra, choir) as a portion of their applied music
study. **Participation in chamber ensembles is expected during the
degree program with a chamber ensemble performance required as a
portion of the student’s senior recital program.
Music Performance Courses
MUSP 1163 Chamber Orchestra 1 credit. Study and performance of
traditional and modern works for chamber orchestra. F, S
MUSP 1166 Chamber Choir 1 credit. Reading, study and performance
of representative literature for chamber choir. Emphasis is placed on
the individual’s contribution toward the highest of choral
standards. Open to all students by audition. May be repeated. F, S
MUSP 1167 Opera Workshop 1 credit. Ensemble course devoted to
the study of opera from the standpoint of workshop. May be repeated. S
MUSP 1168 Instrumental Ensemble 1 credit. Ensemble training in
various instrument combinations, such as string quartet and various
woodwind and brass ensembles. Section 1, Woodwind Ensemble; 2,
Brass Ensemble; 3, Percussion Ensemble; 4, String Ensemble; 5, Keyboard
Ensemble. May be repeated. F, S
MUSP 1169 Orchestra 1 credit. Sight reading of representative
orchestral literature; orchestral routine, study, and public
performance of major symphonic compositions including orchestral
accompaniments. May be repeated. F, S
MUSP 1170 Camerata Singers/Idaho State Chorale 1 credit. Reading,
study, and performance of representative choral literature. Open to
community members and students. Does not meet the ensemble requirement
for music majors. May be repeated. F, S
MUSP 1172 ISU Women’s Choir 1 credit. Study, rehearsal and
performance of traditional and non-traditional choral music for treble
voices. May be repeated. F, S
MUSP 1173 Concert Choir 1 credit. Study and performance of the
entire body of choral music. Includes several performances and
concerts. Emphasis on attaining high musical standards and levels
of choral-vocal proficiency. Open to all students by audition. May be
repeated. F, S
MUSP 1177 Symphonic Band 1 credit. Rehearsal and performance
of traditional and contemporary wind literature in on- and off-campus
concerts. Open to all students by audition. May be repeated. F, S
MUSP 1178 Jazz Band 1 credit. Rehearsal and performance of standard
and contemporary big-band literature. One or two concerts are given
each semester. Open to all students by audition. May be repeated. F, S
MUSP 1179 Bengal Marching Band 1 credit. Rehearsal and performance
at home football games and other events. May include travel to selected
away football games. Open to all students by audition. May be repeated.
F
MUSP 4463 Chamber Orchestra 1 credit. Study and performance of
traditional and modern works for chamber orchestra. PREREQ:
Junior level standing in applied music. F, S
MUSP 4466 Chamber Choir 1 credit. Reading, study and performance of
representative literature for chamber choir. Emphasis is placed on the
individual’s contribution toward the highest of choral standards.
May be repeated. PREREQ: Junior level standing in applied music. F, S
MUSP 4467 Opera Workshop 1 credit. Ensemble course devoted to
the study and presentation of an opera. May be repeated. PREREQ: Junior
level standing in applied music. S
MUSP 4468 Instrumental Ensemble 1 credit. Ensemble training in
various instrument combinations, such as string quartet and various
woodwind and brass ensembles. Section 1, Woodwind Ensemble; 2, Brass
Ensemble; 3, Percussion Ensemble; 4, String Ensemble; 5, Keyboard
Ensemble. May be repeated. PREREQ: Junior level standing in applied
music. F, S
MUSP 4469 Orchestra 1 credit. Sight reading of representative
orchestral literature; orchestral routine, study, and public
performance of major symphonic compositions including orchestral
accompaniments. May be repeated. PREREQ: Junior level standing in
applied music. F, S
MUSP 4472 ISU Women’s Choir 1 credit. Study, rehearsal and
performance of traditional and non-traditional choral music for treble
voices. May be repeated. PREREQ: Junior level standing in applied
music. F, S
MUSP 4473 Concert Choir 1 credit. Study and performance of the
entire body of choral music. Includes several performances and
concerts. Emphasis on attaining high musical standards and levels of
choral vocal proficiency. May be repeated. PREREQ: Junior level
standing in applied music. F, S
MUSP 4477 Symphonic Band 1 credit. Rehearsal and performance of
traditional and contemporary wind literature in on- and off-campus
concerts. May be repeated. PREREQ: Junior level standing in applied
music. F, S
MUSP 4478 Jazz Band 1 credit. Rehearsal and performance of standard
and contemporary big-band literature. One or two concerts are given
each semester. May be repeated. PREREQ: Junior level standing in
applied music. F, S
Applied Music—Private
Lessons Applied Music Courses
Private lessons are offered in band and orchestral instruments, voice,
piano, percussion, and classical guitar for 1-3 credits each semester.
A special music fee is charged for enrollment in applied music.
Students taking applied music lessons pay fees currently set at $175,
$230, and $350, depending on the level and length of the lessons.
Please see the Class Schedule for the applicable fee under Applied
Music Lessons.
Students desiring to major or minor in music will normally be
classified as entering freshmen in the 1000 level of the series. All
music majors must pass the department’s Junior Standing Exam in
applied music (usually taken at the end of the sophomore year) and
register for, and pass, a minimum of 2 semesters at the 3000 level and
1-2 semesters at the 4000 level. Music Education students will take
applied music for 1 credit per semester; Music Performance students
will take applied music for 2-3 credits per semester.
Applied Music Courses: The courses
in this section all use the MUSA prefix.
Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior
Piano 1121 2221 3321 4421
Voice 1131 2231 3331 4431
Organ 1141 2241 3341 4441
Strings 1161 2261 3361 4461
Brass 1165 2265 3365 4465
Woodwinds 1175 2275 3375 4475
Percussion 1185 2285 3385 4485
Any student registering in any of the above course numbers except those
at the 4000 level will be required to register for MUSC 1107 and attend
the weekly General Recital Hours/Studio Classes and evening concerts
until degree requirements for recital attendance have been fulfilled. A
student who does not plan to attend the required recital hour/studio
classes and evening concerts should register for one of the following
secondary instruction course numbers.
MUSA 1120 Piano Secondary 1 cr
MUSA 1130 Voice Secondary 1 cr
MUSA 1140 Organ Secondary 1 cr
MUSA 1160 Strings Secondary 1 cr
MUSA 1164 Brass Secondary 1 cr
MUSA 1174 Woodwinds Secondary 1 cr
MUSA 1184 Percussion Secondary 1 cr
These courses are an undergraduate classification for non-majors,
for prospective majors who do not yet meet the level of proficiency
expected of a major, or for majors who wish to study an additional
applied music area other than their major area.
Music Courses
MUSC 1100 Introduction to Music 3 credits. A listening-oriented
course with Western art music as its principal focus. Designed for the
general student. No music reading ability/performance skills are
assumed. Credit cannot be granted in both MUSC 1100 and MUSC 1108.
Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. F, S, Su
MUSC 1102 Elements of Music 2 credits. Introductory course for
non-majors or prospective majors covering music reading/notation and
elementary music theory. Music performance skills are not a
prerequisite. D
MUSC 1103 Theory of Music I 3 credits. Melodic and harmonic part
writing and basic analysis. Majors who have not passed piano
proficiency should register concurrently with class piano MUSC
1118-1119 or MUSC 2218-2219. PREREQ: MUSC 1102 or equivalent. F
MUSC 1104 Theory of Music II 3 credits. Continuation of MUSC
1103. PREREQ: MUSC 1103 AND MUSC 1113. S
MUSC 1106 American Music 3 credits. A listening-oriented course
for general students focusing on American folk, popular and art music
styles. No music reading/performance skills assumed.
Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. F, S,
Su
MUSC 1107 Recital Attendance 0 credits. Attendance at weekly
recital hour and prescribed number of evening concerts. Enrollment in
this course is required of all students taking applied lessons numbered
1121-4485. Graded S/U. F, S
MUSC 1108 The World of Music 4 credits. A survey of world music,
including styles of a variety of cultures, with a focus on Western art
music. Music reading ability required. Credit cannot be granted in both
MUSC 1100 and MUSC 1108. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education
requirements. F
MUSC 1113 Aural Skills I 1 credit. Development of skills in sight
singing, aural recognition, and critical listening. Designed to
correlate with Theory of Music I. PREREQ: MUSC 1102 or equivalent. F
MUSC 1114 Aural Skills II 1 credit. Continued development of skills
in sight singing, aural recognition, and critical listening. Designed
to correlate with Theory of Music II. PREREQ: MUSC 1103 and MUSC 1113. S
MUSC 1118 Class Piano I 1 credit. Primarily for music and
elementary education majors completing piano proficiency requirements.
Normally taken concurrently with MUSC
1103. F
MUSC 1119 Class Piano II 1 credit. Primarily for music and
elementary education majors completing piano proficiency requirements.
Normally taken concurrently with MUSC 1104. S
MUSC 1125 Beginning Guitar Class 1 credit. Basic guitar technique
and repertoire. Open to any student. Students must provide their own
guitars. F, S
MUSC 1126 Intermediate Guitar Class 1 credit. Intermediate guitar
technique and repertoire. Open to any student. Students must provide
their own guitars. S
MUSC 1127 Class Voice 1 credit. Basic singing technique and vocal
repertoire. Open to any student, including elementary education majors
completing requirements. F, S
MUSC 2203 Theory of Music III 3 credits. Continued development in
aural and visual perception through analysis and writing of 18th, 19th,
and 20th century styles. PREREQ: MUSC 1104 and MUSC 1114. F
MUSC 2204 Theory of Music IV 3 credits. Continuation of MUSC 2203.
PREREQ: MUSC 2203 and MUSC 2213. S
MUSC 2213 Aural Skills III 1 credit. Continued development of
skills in sight singing, aural recognition, and critical listening.
Designed to correlate with Theory of Music III. PREREQ: MUSC 1104 and
MUSC 1114. F
MUSC 2214 Aural Skills IV 1 credit. Continued development of skills
in sight singing, aural recognition, and critical listening. Designed
to correlate with Theory of Music IV. PREREQ: MUSC 2203 and MUSC 2213. S
MUSC 2218 Class Piano III 1 credit. Primarily for music and
elementary education majors completing piano proficiency requirements.
Normally taken concurrently with MUSC 2203. F
MUSC 2219 Class Piano IV 1 credit. Primarily for music and
elementary education majors completing piano proficiency requirements.
Normally taken concurrently with MUSC 2204. S
MUSC 2225 Voice Diction 2 credits. Principles of voice diction
with emphasis on English and Italian. AF
MUSC 2233 Music Methods for Elementary Teachers 2 credits.
Methodology/materials for teaching elementary school music. Basic
skills for the classroom teacher include: basic notation, conducting,
autoharp, Orff instruments, piano, recorder, guitar, singing,
listening. Two lectures, one lab per week. F, S, Su
MUSC 2235 Singing for Actors 2 credits. Introduction to sound vocal
technique and basic musicianship through the study of folk song and
musical theater repertory. Selecting and preparing audition
repertory. Vocal health issues. AF
MUSC 2252 Introduction to Music Education 1 credit. An
introduction to music education philosophy, psychology, and history,
and a survey of music education approaches. Requires nine hours
of classroom observations. S
MUSC 2255 Woodwind Methods 2 credits. Designed primarily for
music education majors. Application of the theory and playing
techniques involved in teaching students to play woodwind instruments
in band/orchestra. R1
MUSC 2256 Brass Methods 2 credits. Designed primarily for music
education majors. Application of the theory and playing techniques
involved in teaching students to play brass instruments in
band/orchestra. R1
MUSC 2258 Percussion Methods 2 credits. Designed primarily for
music education majors. Application of the theory and playing
techniques involved in teaching students to play percussion instruments
in band/orchestra. R1
MUSC 2259 String Methods 2 credits. Designed primarily for music
education majors. Application of the theory and playing techniques
involved in teaching players of stringed instruments in band/orchestra.
R1
MUSC 3304 Music History I 3 credits. Study of music and the
development of Western Art music from ancient times to circa 1750.
Examination of major trends, including chant and song in the Middle
Ages, Ars Antiqua, Ars Nova, Burgundian Music, the Renaissance, and the
Baroque. PREREQ: ENGL 1102, MUSC 2203, and either MUSC 1100 or MUSC
1108. S
MUSC 3305 Music History II 3 credits. Study of Western Art music
during the Pre-classic, Classic and Romantic periods. Examination of
major trends and philosophies including the Enlightenment, Romanticism
and Nationalism. PREREQ: ENGL 1102, MUSC 2203, and either MUSC 1100 or
MUSC 1108. F
MUSC 3306 Music History III 3 credits. Study of music in Europe and
America from Post-Romanticism to the present. Examination of major
trends, including impressionism, expressionism, serialism, jazz, the
avant-garde, neo-classicism, neo-romanticism, and post-modernism.
PREREQ: ENGL 1102, MUSC 2204, and either MUSC 1100 or MUSC 1108, or
permission of instructor. S
MUSC 3311 Form and Analysis 2 credits. Analysis and study of
standard compositions from the Renaissance to the 20th century with
emphasis on structural, stylistic, and historical aspects. PREREQ: MUSC
2203 and MUSC 2204. F
MUSC 3312 Music Technology 2 credits. Introduction to music
technology concepts using computers and MIDI instruments. Includes
computer accompaniments, improvisation and development of creativity.
PREREQ: MUSC 1103 or permission of instructor. S
MUSC 3314 Jazz Improvisation 1 credit. Development of skills
and knowledge necessary to become a competent jazz improviser.
Activities include jazz theory, aural skills and practical
applications. Proficient knowledge of scales and advanced
instrumental technique are required. May be repeated for up
to 2 credits. D
MUSC 3319 Choral Conducting 2 credits. A practical course in
selecting and conducting choral materials, rehearsal techniques, use of
small ensembles, planning and organization of choral groups. Students
will work with ensemble groups for laboratory experience in
conducting. PREREQ: MUSC 1104. F
MUSC 3320 Instrumental Conducting 2 credits. A practical course
in selecting and conducting instrumental materials, rehearsal
techniques, use of small ensembles, planning and organization of
instrumental groups. Students will work with ensemble groups for
laboratory experience in conducting. PREREQ: MUSC 1104. S
MUSC 3325 Advanced Voice Diction 2 credits. Principles of voice
diction with emphasis on French, German and Latin. PREREQ: MUSC 2225. D
MUSC 3333 Elementary Music Methods 3 credits. Music curriculum,
materials, and teaching techniques for the development of sequential
experiences which contribute to children’s musical growth in the
elementary schools, including Kodaly, Orff, choral music, recorder, and
guitar. Includes practicum. PREREQ: MUSC 2204, MUSC 2214, and MUSC
2252. D
MUSC 3334 Choral Music Methods 2 credits. Methods and
materials of choral music education in secondary schools including:
ensemble instruction, classroom management and organization.
PREREQ: MUSC 2204, MUSC 2214, and MUSC 2252. D
MUSC 3335 Instrumental Music Methods 2 credits. Methods and
materials of instrumental music education in secondary schools
including: ensemble instruction, classroom management and organization.
PREREQ: MUSC 2252, MUSC 2255, MUSC 2256, MUSC 2258, and MUSC 2259. D
MUSC 3338 Field Experience in Music Education 2 credits. Student
completes 30 hours of practicum within secondary school music settings,
and develops teacher work samples. Graded S/U. D
MUSC 3395 Junior Recital 1 credit. A solo and/or collaborative
public recital. PREREQ: Junior Level Standing in Applied Music.
Graded S/U. F, S
MUSC 3397 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the
development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy
requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
MUSC 4401 Orchestration 2 credits. Study of the characteristics
of individual instruments and their combinations from section to full
orchestral scoring. Scores, recordings, and performances may be used as
available and appropriate. PREREQ: MUSC 2204. AS
MUSC 4406 Opera Literature 3 credits. Masterworks of operatic
literature. PREREQ: MUSC 3304, MUSC 3305 and MUSC 3306. D
MUSC 4407 Symphonic Music Literature 3 credits. Masterworks of
symphonic literature. PREREQ: MUSC 3304, MUSC 3305 and MUSC 3306. D
MUSC 4408 Chamber Music Literature 3 credits. Masterworks of
chamber music literature. PREREQ: MUSC 3304, MUSC 3305 and MUSC
3306. D
MUSC 4411 Instrument Literature 2 credits. A study of instructional
materials and literature for an orchestral instrument or guitar.
PREREQ: Junior level standing in applied music or permission of
instructor. D
MUSC 4412 Instrument Pedagogy 2 credits. A survey and
comparative study of pedagogical materials, principles and procedures.
Application of pedagogical techniques in teaching situations.
PREREQ: Junior level standing in applied music or permission of
instructor. D
MUSC 4413 Piano Literature 2 credits. A study of instructional
materials and literature for piano. PREREQ: Junior level standing in
applied music or permission of instructor. D
MUSC 4414 Piano Pedagogy 2 credits. A survey and comparative
study of pedagogical materials, principles and procedures for piano.
Application of pedagogical techniques in teaching situations. PREREQ:
Junior level standing in applied music or permission of instructor. D
MUSC 4415 Seminar in Band Music 2 credits. Analysis and study of
instrumental works from the Baroque to the present era with
particular attention to performance practice. PREREQ: MUSC 3305
and MUSC 3306 or equivalent. D
MUSC 4416 Seminar in Choral Music 2 credits. Analysis and study
of choral works from the Renaissance through the present era with
particular attention to performance practice. PREREQ: MUSIC 3305 and
MUSC 3306 or equivalent. D
MUSC 4418 Seminar in Orchestral Music 2 credits. Analysis and
study of orchestral works from the Baroque to the present era with
particular attention to performance practice. PREREQ: MUSC 3305
and MUSC 3306 or equivalent. D
MUSC 4419 Voice Literature 3 credits. Instructional materials
and literature for voice. PREREQ: Junior level standing in applied
music or permission of instructor. D
MUSC 4420 Voice Pedagogy 3 credits. A survey and comparative
study of pedagogical materials, principles and procedures for voice,
with application. PREREQ: Junior level standing in applied music or
permission of instructor. D
MUSC 4424 Music in the Baroque Era 3 credits. Intensive study of
music from Monteverdi through J.S. Bach. PREREQ: MUSC 3304. D
MUSC 4425 Music in the Classical Era 3 credits. Intensive study of
music in the Classical era, principally 1730 through Beethoven. PREREQ:
MUSC 3305. D
MUSC 4426 Music in the Romantic Era 3 credits. Intensive study
of music in the Romantic era, principally 1800 to 1900. PREREQ: MUSC
3305. D
MUSC 4427 Music in the Modern Era 3 credits. Intensive study of
music in the Modern era, principally since 1900. PREREQ: MUSC 3306. D
MUSC 4429 Advanced Music History Survey 3 credits. Study of
music history topics, including vocal and instrumental forms and
styles. PREREQ: MUSC 3304, MUSC 3305 and MUSC 3306. D
MUSC 4432 Instrumental Arranging 2 credits. Arranging music for
different instrumental combinations and various textures. PREREQ: MUSC
2204 D
MUSC 4433 Composition 2 credits. Individual instruction in the
organization of musical ideas into logical and homogeneous forms with
an emphasis on contemporary styles. May be repeated for up to 12
credits. PREREQ: MUSC 2204 or permission of instructor. F, S
MUSC 4435 Analysis of Musical Styles 2 credits. The techniques
of stylistic analysis of music from the Baroque period through the 20th
century. PREREQ: MUSC 3311 D
MUSC 4438 Special Topics in Music Theory 2 credits. Advanced
studies in selected topics in music theory. May be repeated for up to 6
credits with change of topic. PREREQ: MUSC 3311. D
MUSC 4439 Advanced Music Theory Survey 3 credits. Study of music
theory methods, including harmonic and formal analysis. PREREQ: MUSC
3311. D
MUSC 4445 Advanced Instrumental Conducting 2 credits. Designed
for secondary school music educators. Practical experience in analyzing
and rehearsing instrumental conducting techniques for a wide variety of
instrumental music. PREREQ: MUSC 3320. D
MUSC 4446 Advanced Choral Conducting 2 credits. Designed for
secondary school music educators, Practical experience in analyzing and
rehearsing choral conducting techniques for a wide variety of choral
music. PREREQ: MUSC 3319. D
MUSC 4491 Independent Study 1-4 credits. Supervised study in
selected areas, primarily research, writing, or analysis. May be
repeated for up to 7 credits. PREREQ: Permission of instructor and
the department Chair. D
MUSC 4495 Senior Recital 2 credits. Graded S/U. F, S
MUSC 4497 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the
development and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy
requirements for a major or a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
Department of
Music
Chair and Professor: Hasenpflug
Professors: Anderson, Bond, Brooks, Lane
Associate Professor: Livingston Friedley
Assistant Professors: Park, Schulte, K. York
Lecturer: S. Helman
Assistant Lecturer: Friedley
Adjunct Faculty: G. Adams, M. Adams, Banyas, Drake, M. Helman, Hughes,
LoPiccolo, O’Brien, M. York
Emeriti: George, Stanek
Department of Theatre and Dance
Chair and Associate Professor: Hasenpflug
Professors: Dienstfrey, Schroder
Associate Professors: Gross, Harwood, Young
Assistant Professor: Garibaldi
Lecturers: Romine, Zimmerly
Adjunct Faculty: Jorgensen
Emerita: Lloyd
The Department of Theatre and Dance
administers a
Minor in Dance, a
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree
in Theatre, a
Bachelor of Arts in
Theatre, Film, and Video, and a variety of
minors in Theatre.
Theatre Program
The primary objectives related to the undergraduate Theatre programs
(B.A., B.S., and B.F.A.) are to help all students obtain a level of
achievement appropriate to entry-level professionals in their specialty
areas:
1. Knowledge of theatre as a social and
aesthetic experience.
2. Knowledge of the history of the theatre and
related dramatic literature.
3. Competence in basic acting and directing skills.
4. Competence in technical aspects of theatre.
5. Competence in study skills.
6. Competence in research skills.
7. Competence in thinking clearly, logically, and
independently.
8. Ability to effectively communicate and work within
a collaborative art.
The theatre curriculum is designed to provide not only a humanistic
awareness of our history and civilization through a study of dramatic
literature and theatre history, but also to allow the student to pursue
courses of study which develop skills and techniques applicable to the
production of plays and other theatrical media. A balance between
theoretical and practical courses is offered in several degree
programs. A theatre program can lead to careers in such varying areas
as theatre, television, film, education, journalism, public relations,
personnel work, sales, insurance, government, and law.
Auditions
Auditions for Theatre ISU productions are open to all University
students. Theatre majors are expected to audition for every
mainstage production in order to remain in good standing as a theatre
major. Only Theatre majors in good standing are eligible to audition
for theatre scholarships.
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
in Theatre
Required Theatre Courses:
THEA 1111 Stagecraft 3 cr
THEA 1131 Voice and Diction 2 cr
THEA 1191 Theatre Production 1 cr
THEA 2211 Drafting 3 cr
THEA 2214 Makeup 2 cr
THEA 2221 Stage Costume Construction 2 cr
THEA 2251 Beginning Acting 3 cr
THEA 2252 Intermediate Acting 3 cr
THEA 3304 Theatre Management 2 cr
THEA 3311 Introduction to Scene Design 3 cr
THEA 3312 Stage Lighting Design 3 cr
THEA 3391 Theatre Production 1 cr
THEA 4400 Theatre Background I 3 cr
THEA 4401 Theatre Background II 3 cr
THEA 4403 Stage Costume Design 3 cr
THEA 4455 Beginning Stage Direction 3 cr
Choose TWO of the following:
THEA 4419 Modern European Theatre 3 cr
THEA 4420 American Theatre History 3 cr
THEA 4470 Contemporary Theatre 3 cr
Plus:
Upper division THEA electives 6 cr
Related Areas
Required Courses:
DANC 1110 Elements of Movement 2 cr
ENGL 4476 Shakespeare 3 cr
PEAC 1139A Beginning Fencing 1 cr
Plus 2 credits from the following dance courses:
DAAC 1100 Dance Basics 1 cr
DANC 1100 Ballet I 2 cr
DANC 1120 Jazz Dance I 2 cr
DANC 1130 Modern Dance I 2 cr
DANC 2230 Modern Dance II 2 cr
DAAC 1140 Tap Dance I 1 cr
DAAC 1141 Tap Dance II 1 cr
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre, Film, and
Video
Theatre, Film and Video is a major designed for students interested in
a career in producing, directing and recording live performances.
It approaches professional opportunities from both on-stage and video
recording perspectives.
Objective:
To help all students obtain a level of achievement appropriate to
entry-level professionals in their specialty areas or to use the
confidence, expressiveness, and cooperative skills gained through
their studies at ISU to succeed in a diverse range of careers in
the world of technology and the arts.
The program’s goals include developing in the student the
following:
• The ability to communicate effectively orally and in
writing;
• Competency in study and research skills;
• Competency in thinking clearly, logically, and independently;
• The ability to solve problems that arise in a professional
setting and working within a collaborative art form;
• Competency with theatre, film, and video technology;
• Sufficient general knowledge to pursue and succeed in a career
in theatre, film, and/or video;
• The ability to critique one’s work and accept criticism.
Required Courses
Freshman Year (32 credits)
MC 1119 Introduction to Mass Media 3 cr
MC 2260 Photo and Graphic Design 3 cr
THEA 1111 Stagecraft 3 cr
THEA 2251 Beginning Acting 3 cr
General Education Goal Courses 15 cr
Electives* 5 cr
Sophomore Year (32 credits)
MC 2201 Writing for the Camera 2 cr
MC 3300 Television Production 3 cr
THEA 2209 Stage Lighting 2 cr
OR
THEA 2214 Makeup 2 cr
THEA 2252 Intermediate Acting 3 cr
General Education Goal Courses 15 cr
Electives* 7 cr
Junior Year (32 credits)
MC 3306 Non-linear Editing 3 cr
MC 3360 Film Style Production 3 cr
THEA 3311 Introduction to Scene Design 3 cr
OR
THEA 4403 Stage Costume Design 3 cr
THEA 4455 Directing 3 cr
General Education Goal Courses 12 cr
Electives* 8 cr
Senior Year (32 credits)
MC 4451 Television Studio Directing 3 cr
General Education Goal Courses 10 cr
Electives* 16 cr
Plus one of the following:
THEA 4400 Theatre Background I 3 cr
THEA 4401 Theatre Background II 3 cr
THEA 4419 Modern European Theatre 3 cr
THEA 4420 American Theatre History 3 cr
THEA 4470 Contemporary Theatre 3 cr
*Recommended Electives
Choose electives each semester from the list below:
ANTH 4494 Visual Anthropology 3 cr
ART 1103 Creative Process 3 cr
CIS 1101 Introduction to Computer Systems 3 cr
CMLT 2220 Introduction to International Film Studies 3 cr
CMLT 3335 World Film Studies 3 cr
CMLT 4435 Topics in World Film Studies 3 cr
ENGL 1126 Art of The Film I 3 cr
ENGL 3305 Art of the Film II 3 cr
MC 2215 Graphic Design 3 cr
MC 2230, 2230L Introduction to Photography, and Lab 3 cr
MC 2290 American Broadcasting 3 cr
MC 4441 Intellectual Property and Commercial Speech 3 cr
MC 4450 Television Workshop 3 cr
THEA 1131 Voice and Diction 2 cr
THEA 1191,1192,3391,3392 Theatre Production** 1 cr
THEA 2218 Stage Dialects 2 cr
THEA 3390, 4490 Practicum Theatre Arts I, II 1-3 cr
THEA 4404 Problems in Acting 3 cr
THEA 4405 Advanced Costume Construction 3 cr
THEA 4424 Advanced Acting Styles 3 cr
THEA 4426 Advanced Scene Design 3 cr
THEA 4456 Advanced Stage Direction 3 cr
** Theatre Production courses may be taken for 8 cumulative credits.
Minors Suggested:
• Art (Studio and Art History minors)–21
credits
• Business–18 credits
• Dance–24 credits
• English (Creative Writing Option)–21
credits
Minors—Theatre:
General Minor in
Theatre
Acting
Acting and Directing
Costume
Technical Theatre
Technical Theatre and Costume
Theatre History and Dramatic
Literature
General Minor in Theatre
(Unspecified)
THEA 1101 Appreciation of Drama 3 cr
IN ADDITION: THEA electives 20 cr
TOTAL: 23 cr
Program must be approved by the department.
Minor in Acting
THEA 1118 Oral Interpretation: 3 cr
THEA 1131 Voice and Diction 2 cr
THEA 1101 Appreciation of Drama 3 cr
THEA 2214 Makeup 2 cr
THEA 2251 Beginning Acting 3 cr
THEA 2252 Intermediate Acting 3 cr
THEA 4404 Problems in Acting 3 cr
THEA 4424 Advanced Acting Styles 3 cr
THEA 1191, 1192, 3391,3392* Theatre Production 3 cr
TOTAL: 25 cr
*These four courses are 1-credit courses that may be repeated once each.
Minor in Acting and Directing
THEA 1101 Appreciation of Drama 3 cr
THEA 1111 Stagecraft 3 cr
THEA 1131 Voice and Diction 2 cr
THEA 2209 Stage Lighting 2 cr
THEA 2214 Makeup 2 cr
THEA 2251 Beginning Acting 3 cr
THEA 2252 Intermediate Acting 3 cr
THEA 4404 Problems in Acting 3 cr
THEA 4424 Advanced Acting Styles 3 cr
THEA 4455 Beginning Stage Direction 3 cr
THEA 4456 Advanced Stage Directing 3 cr
TOTAL: 30 cr
Minor in Costume
THEA 1101 Appreciation of Drama 3 cr
THEA 2209 Stage Lighting 2 cr
THEA 2211 Drafting 2 cr
THEA 2214 Makeup 2 cr
THEA 2221 Stage Costume Construction 2 cr
THEA 4402 Stage Costume History 3 cr
THEA 4403 Stage Costume Design 3 cr
THEA 4421 Basic Pattern Drafting for Stage Costuming 3 cr
THEA 1191-3392 Theatre Production 3 cr
TOTAL: 23 cr
Minor in Technical Theatre
THEA 1101 Appreciation of Drama 3 cr
THEA 1111 Stagecraft 3 cr
THEA 2211 Drafting 2 cr
THEA 2209 Stage Lighting 2 cr
THEA 2221 Stage Costume Construction 2 cr
THEA 3304 Theatre Management 2 cr
THEA 3311 Introduction to Scene Design 3 cr
THEA 4426 Scene Design 3 cr
THEA 1191, 1192, 3391,3392* Theatre Production 3 cr
TOTAL: 23 cr
*These four courses are 1-credit courses that may be repeated once each.
Minor in Technical Theatre and
Costume
THEA 1101 Appreciation of Drama 3 cr
THEA 2211 Drafting 2 cr
THEA 1111 Stagecraft 3 cr
THEA 2209 Stage Lighting 3 cr
THEA 2214 Makeup 2 cr
THEA 2221 Stage Costume Construction 2 cr
THEA 3304 Theatre Management 3 cr
THEA 3311 Introduction to Scene Design 3 cr
THEA 4402 Stage Costume History 3 cr
OR
THEA 4403 Stage Costume Design 3 cr
THEA 1191-3392 Theatre Production 3 cr
TOTAL: 27 cr
Minor in Theatre History and
Dramatic Literature
ENGL 4476 Shakespeare 3 cr
ENGL 1126 Art of the Film I 3 cr
THEA 1101 Appreciation of Drama 3 cr
THEA 4400 Theatre Background I 3 cr
THEA 4401 Theatre Background II 3 cr
THEA 4419 Modern European Theatre 3 cr
THEA 4420 American Theatre History 3 cr
THEA 4470 Contemporary Theatre 3 cr
TOTAL: 24 cr
Theatre Courses
THEA 1101 Appreciation of Drama 3 credits. An
audience-oriented course in the creative processes and aesthetic
principles which guide artists of the live theatre, film and television
in the shaping and reflection of human value. Satisfies Goal 6 of the
General Education Requirements. F, S, Su
THEA 1111 Stagecraft 3 credits. Shop and crew-based course in
building scenery, hanging lights, painting and properties. Lectures are
based on construction theories. Students will form production staff and
crews for university productions. Required for majors. F
THEA 1118 Oral Interpretation 3 credits. Analysis and
interpretation of literature through performance. Prose, poetry
and dramatic literature will be investigated. S
THEA 1131 Voice and Diction 2 credits. A performance-based
course focusing on basic breathing, tone, diction, and other aspects of
speech for stage. Students will demonstrate acquisition of these skills
through lab performances. F
THEA 1191 Theatre Production 1 credit . Supervised work in theatre
production. Enrollment must be approved by a theatre faculty member and
does not presume casting in a given production. THEA 1191 and THEA 3391
may be repeated for up to 8 credits. F, S, Su
THEA 2211 Drafting 3 credits. Class explores mechanical drafting
needs in the performing arts with special emphasis on scene and
lighting design. Class offers an in-depth look at manual drafting and
its extension toward computer-aided drawings. S
THEA 2214 Makeup 2 credits. Laboratory sessions on the technique of
makeup. Includes participation on crews of university productions. F
THEA 2218 Stage Dialects 2 credits. A practical course in the
production of commonly used stage dialects. Students study the
international phonetic alphabet (IPA), and train in dialect development
techniques. PREREQ: THEA 1131. D
THEA 2221 Stage Costume Construction 2 credits. Methods of
assembling stage costumes. Use of various fabrics and materials will be
emphasized. S
THEA 2251 Beginning Acting 3 credits. Exercises in awareness,
concentration, relaxation, imagination, and character
interrelationships. Includes improvisation and some scene work. F, S, Su
THEA 2252 Intermediate Acting 3 credits. Creating a character.
Emphasis on movement, gesture, scene analysis, and performance. PREREQ:
THEA 2251, or permission of instructor. S
THEA 3300 Theatre Movement Workshop 2 credits. Exploration of
techniques of movement improvisation and the text/movement synthesis of
physical theatre. PREREQ: DANC 1110. D
THEA 3301 Theatre Voice Workshop 1-2 credits. Intensive vocal
workshop for the actor, resulting in an understanding of
phonetics using the International Phonetic Alphabet. The
class will correct regional and other speech deficiencies, and aid the
student in attaining a clear, articulate, and standardized American
Speech for the stage. D
THEA 3302 Beginning Costume Materials Workshop 1-2 credits.
Beginning costume materials, including millinery, jewelry, and
mask making. D
THEA 3303 Advanced Costume Materials Workshop 1-2 credits.
Experimentation with several types of fabric dye and fabric
modification, such as stenciling, screen painting, batik methods,
Devoe, and piping. D
THEA 3304 Theatre Management 2 credits. Consideration of
administrative aspects of play production with emphasis on stage
management, theatre management, publicity, and advertising. S
THEA 3311 Introduction to Scene Design 3 credits. Basic scene
design emphasizing concepts of line, color, form, and texture;
drafting techniques, perspective drawing, foreshortening,
rendering, and model building will be introduced. PREREQ: THEA 2211. F
THEA 3312 Stage Lighting Design 3 credits. Theory and practice of
lighting design as applied to various types of stage production.
Includes script analysis, programming of lighting consoles, and methods
of design incorporating the manipulation of the controllable properties
of light. PREREQ: THEA 1111. S
THEA 3331 Materials and Methods for High School Speech Arts 3 credits.
Required for teaching majors in speech and theatre. D
THEA 3390 Practicum Theatre Arts I 1-2 credits. Recital projects
for intermediate student groups in various areas of theatre arts.
May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits with different titles. AS
THEA 3391 Theatre Production 1 credit. Supervised work in
theatre production. Enrollment must be approved by a theatre faculty
member and does not presume casting in a given production. THEA 1191
and THEA 3391 may be repeated for up to 8 credits. F, S, Su
THEA 3393 Independent Research Projects I 1-3 credits. Under the
supervision of the Theatre faculty, intermediate students will
undertake special research projects in theatre, focusing on themes,
methods and/or problems encountered early in one’s stage life. F,
S
THEA 4400 Theatre Background I 3 credits. Theatre and drama,
from their origins through the Jacobean period. AF
THEA 4401 Theatre Background II 3 credits. Study of the theatre
and drama from the Spanish Golden Age through the “well-made
play.” AS
THEA 4402 Stage Costume History 3 credits. A survey of the history
of western clothing from Ancient Egypt through the present. Study of
the social context and motivations behind the evolution of clothing,
silhouette, and costume components. THEA 2221 or permission of
instructor. AF
THEA 4403 Stage Costume Design 3 credits. Costume design for the
theatre incorporating the influence of period, concept, and mood.
Course work includes text analysis, research, drawing, painting, and
collage. AS
THEA 4404 Problems in Acting 3 credits. Focuses on special
acting problems such as characterization, movement, voice, pantomime,
film and television acting. Content varies from year to year. May be
repeated for up to 6 credits with permission of instructor. PREREQ:
THEA 2251 and THEA 2252. AS
THEA 4405 Advanced Costume Construction 3 credits. A study in
period corset and millinery construction. A lab course in which
students gain practical experience and skills crucial to a career in
costume technology. PREREQ: THEA 2221. AF
THEA 4406 Advanced Light Design 3 credits. Study of lighting
design in performing arts. Students gain knowledge through actualized
projects, study of television and film lighting, and exploration of the
Controllable Properties including color. PREREQ: THEA 1111, THEA 2209,
and THEA 3311. D
THEA 4412 Scenic Painting 3 credits. A study of painting
techniques as used in theatrical scenery; theory, practice, and
equipment will be investigated as they apply to the art of stage
painting. AF
THEA 4414 Advanced Makeup 2 credits. Concentrated study of
characterization, care, setting, styling and application of various
types of wigs. Design and construction of polyfoam prosthesis. PREREQ:
THEA 2214 or permission of instructor. AS
THEA 4419 Modern European Theatre 3 credits. Continental and
British theatre and drama from 1850 to mid-twentieth century. D
THEA 4420 American Theatre History 3 credits. American theatre
and drama from the beginnings to mid-twentieth century. D
THEA 4421 Basic Pattern Drafting for Stage Costuming 3 credits.
Cutting patterns from measurements. Adjusting various patterns to
designs. Alterations and fittings. PREREQ: THEA 2221 or permission of
instructor. AF
THEA 4422 Period Pattern Drafting for Stage Costuming 3 credits.
Use of the basic patterns to reproduce historical costumes from the
12th century to 1950. PREREQ: THEA 4405 or permission of instructor. AS
THEA 4424 Advanced Acting Styles 3 credits. Study of various
period styles of acting including Greek, Medieval, Elizabethan,
Restoration, and 19th century melodrama. The student will act in
a series of special projects encompassing a variety of styles.
PREREQ: THEA 2251, THEA 2252, or permission of instructor. AF
THEA 4426 Advanced Scene Design 3 credits. Study of scene design in
performing arts and beyond. Students work toward portfolio-quality work
in realized and non-realized projects in theatre, television, film, and
design areas. PREREQ: THEA 1111, THEA 2209, and THEA 3311. D
THEA 4455 Beginning Stage Direction 3 credits. Consideration of
aesthetics of dramatic production and the relationship of basic
techniques of stage direction. Includes the direction of scenes and
one-act plays. PREREQ: THEA 1111, THEA 2251, THEA 2252, or
permission of instructor. F
THEA 4456 Advanced Stage Direction 3 credits. Advanced theories
in techniques of stage direction including consideration of period
styles. The student will direct a series of advanced projects including
scenes and a full-length play. PREREQ: THEA 4455 or permission of
instructor. AS
THEA 4470 Contemporary Theatre 3 credits. World drama and
theatre during the two most recent decades. AS
THEA 4490 Practicum Theatre Arts II 1-3 credits. Recital
projects for advanced students in various areas of theatre arts. May be
repeated for a maximum of 4 credits with different titles. AS
THEA 4491 Independent Research Projects II 1-3 credits. Under the
supervision of the Theatre faculty, the advanced student will undertake
special research projects in theatre, focusing on themes, methods
and/or problems encountered later in one’s stage life. F, S
Dance Program
Minor in Dance
The Dance minor may be taken by any Idaho State University student.
Courses are especially designed to meet the needs of students involved
in the performing arts, liberal arts, and education, as well as private
dance studio teachers and those interested in pursuing professional
careers in dance. There are two
Minor
Emphases in Dance--one in
Performance
and Choreography and one in
Dance
Education. Students pursuing a Minor in Dance with either
Emphasis should be enrolled in a dance technique class every semester.
See also the list of courses recommended for students minoring in Dance.
Performance and Choreography
Emphasis
Required Courses
DANC 1104 World Dance/Local Identity 3 cr
DANC 1110 Elements of Movement 2 cr
DANC 2205 Dance in the Modern Era 3 cr
DANC 2210 Dance Composition I 3 cr
THEA 3300 Theatre Movement Workshop 2 cr
DANC 3301 Performance and Society 3 cr
DANC 1130, 2230, or 3330 Modern Dance I, II, or III 4 cr
DANC 1100, 2200, or 3300 Ballet I, II, or III 2 cr
THEA 1191 or 1192 Theatre Production 1 cr
Choose ONE of the following courses (3 cr):
DANC 4401 Aesthetic Issues in Dance 3 cr
DANC 4410 Dance Composition II 3 cr
MUSC 1100 Introduction to Music 3 cr
PE 2243 Anatomical Foundations of Human Activity 3 cr
TOTAL: 26 cr
Dance Education Emphasis
Required Courses
DANC 1104 World Dance/Local Identity 3 cr
DANC 1110 Elements of Movement 2 cr
DANC 2205 Dance in the Modern Era 3 cr
DANC 2210 Dance Composition I 3 cr
DANC 2260 Methods of Dance for Children 3 cr
DANC 4460 Dance Teaching Methods and Curriculum Design 3 cr
DANC 1130, 2230, or 3330 Modern Dance I, II, or III 2 cr
Choose ONE of the following courses (3 cr):
DANC 1105 Survey of Dance 3 cr
DANC 3301 Performance and Society 3 cr
DANC 4401 Aesthetic Issues in Dance 3 cr
MUSC 1100 Introduction to Music 3 cr
PE 2243 Anatomical Foundations of Human Activity 3 cr
Approved electives - Student takes four (4) credits of approved
courses from the recommended courses listed below.
TOTAL: 26 cr
Recommended Courses for the Dance Minor Program include:
ART 1103 Creative Process 3 cr
BIOL 3301,3301L Anatomy and Physiology, and Lab 4 cr
BIOL 3302,3302L Anatomy and Physiology, and Lab 4 cr
DAAC 1100 Dance Basics 1 cr
DAAC 1110 Ballroom Dance I 1 cr
DAAC 1111 Ballroom Dance II 1 cr
DAAC 1125 Latin Dance 1 cr
DAAC 1135 Middle Eastern Dance 1 cr
DAAC 1140 Tap Dance I 1 cr
DAAC 1141 Tap Dance II 1 cr
DAAC 1150 Folk/Square Dance I 1 cr
DAAC 1151 Folk/Square Dance II 1 cr
DAAC 1160 Recreational Dance I 1 cr
DAAC 1161 Recreational Dance II 1 cr
DAAC 1175 Pilates/Dance Conditioning--Matwork 1 cr
DAAC 1176 Pilates/Dance Conditioning--Equipment 1 cr
DAAC 1180 Hip Hop I 1 cr
DAAC 1181 Hip Hop II 1 cr
DAAC 1182 Hip Hop Performance 1 cr
DAAC 1195 Swing Dance 1 cr
DANC 1100 Ballet I 2 cr
DANC 1105 Survey of Dance 3 cr
DANC 1120 Jazz Dance I 2 cr
DANC 1130 Modern Dance I 2 cr
DANC 2200 Ballet II 2 cr
DANC 2220 Jazz Dance II 2 cr
DANC 2230 Modern Dance II 2 cr
DANC 2270 Dance Repertory 1-2 cr
DANC 2280 Dance Production 1-2 cr
DANC 2290 Contact Improvisation 2 cr
DANC 3300 Ballet III 2 cr
DANC 3320 Jazz Dance III 2 cr
DANC 3330 Modern Dance III 2 cr
DANC 3390 Workshop: Cultural Forms 1-2 cr
DANC 4401 Aesthetic Issues in Dance 3 cr
DANC 4410 Dance Composition II 3 cr
DANC 4460 Dance Teaching Methods and Curriculum Design 3 cr
MUSC 1100 Introduction to Music 3 cr
MUSC 1108 The World of Music 4 cr
PE 2243 Anatomical Foundations of Human Activity 3 cr
PE 4470 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 3 cr
THEA 1111 Stagecraft 3 cr
THEA 1191, 1192, 3391, or 3392 Theatre Production 1 cr
THEA 2214 Make-up 2 cr
THEA 2221 Stage Costume Design and Construction 2 cr
THEA 2251 Beginning Acting 3 cr
THEA 3300 Theatre Movement Workshop 2 cr
THEA 3390 Practicum Theatre Arts I 1-2 cr
THEA 4490 Practicum Theatre Arts II 1-3 cr
Dance Courses (DANC Prefix)
DANC 1100 Ballet I 2 credits. Beginning barre, center floor
work, and across the floor movement combinations including adagio,
petit allegro, and grand allegro. Development of a ballet vocabulary of
movement, musicality and music awareness, performance quality and
intent. Focus upon classical and/or contemporary ballet dependent upon
instructor of record. Assumes prior dance training. DAAC 1000 Dance
Basics highly recommended. May be repeated for up to 6 credits. F, S
DANC 1104 World Dance: Local Identity 3 credits. Compare
traditional and contemporary cultures of Native America, Africa, Asia,
the Americas, Oceania, and Europe; examine movement as the primary
extension system, and the body as a tool of communication central to
the social, political and religious life of community. Includes
frameworks for observation; cross-cultural examinations of work, war,
contest, social display and worship; diaspora, and global imperialism.
F, S
DANC 1105 Survey of Dance 3 credits. Historical development of
dance cross-culturally from early to modern times. A study of
language, literature and forms of dance through readings,
demonstrations, and performances. Relationship of dance to the fine
arts and other disciplines. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education
Requirements. F, S, Su
DANC 1110 Elements of Movement 2 credits. Introduction to the
Elements of Movement (body, space, time, energy) as described in the
theories of H’Doubler Movement Analysis and Laban Effort/Shape
and Space Harmony. Exploration of how the Elements of Movement may be
manipulated to create movement phrases and develop character and
emotional performance. F
DANC 1120 Jazz Dance I 2 credits. Development of the jazz dance
technique with focus on rhythmic complexity of movement combinations,
the ability to perceive movement quickly and accurately, and
performance quality and intent. Core training; isolations; strength,
flexibility, and speed; floor work; turns; dynamic, fluid and
percussive movement. Assumes prior dance training. DAAC 1000 Dance
Basics highly recommended. May be repeated for up to 6 credits. F, S
DANC 1130 Modern Dance I 2 credits. Contemporary modern dance with
focus upon lifted center; fluid and articulate spine; strength and
flexibility; falls, suspension and balance; musicality and music
awareness developed through exercises at the barre, center floor work
and movement combinations across the floor. Style of modern dance
technique dependent upon instructor of record. Assumes prior dance
training. DAAC 1000 Dance Basics highly recommended. May be repeated
for up to 6 credits. F, S
DANC 2200 Ballet II 2 credits. Continued development of barre
exercises, center floor work, and across-the-floor movement
combinations including adagio, petit allegro, and grand allegro.
Continued development of ballet vocabulary of movement and movement
qualities, musicality and music awareness, performance quality and
intent. Focus upon classical and/or contemporary ballet dependent upon
instructor of record. May be repeated for up to 6 credits. PREREQ: DANC
1000. F, S
DANC 2205 Dance in the Modern Era 3 credits. Concentrated study
of the history of dance in the 20th and 21st centuries and its direct
relationship to events and trends of the Modern Era through readings,
films, demonstrations, and live performances. PREREQ: At least
Sophomore standing. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education
Requirements. AF
DANC 2210 Dance Composition I 3 credits. Explore various techniques
and processes used to create movement studies and choreographic work at
the beginning level. Students explore improvisational processes and
design and present choreography created for individuals and groups.
PREREQ DANC 1110. S
DANC 2220 Jazz Dance II 2 credits. Continued development of the
jazz dance technique with focus on rhythmic complexity of movement
combinations, the ability to perceive movement quickly and accurately,
performance quality and intent. Class will consist of increasing
difficulty in core training; isolations; strength, flexibility, and
speed; floor work; turns; dynamic, fluid and percussive movement. May
be repeated for up to 6 credits. PREREQ: DANC 120. F, S
DANC 2230 Modern Dance II 2 credits. Continued development
contemporary modern dance technique with focus upon lifted center;
fluid and articulate spine; strength and flexibility; falls, suspension
and balance; musicality and music awareness developed through exercises
at the barre, center floor work and movement combinations
across-the-floor. Style of modern dance technique dependent upon
instructor of record. May be repeated for to 6 credits. PREREQ: DANC
1130. F, S
DANC 2260 Methods of Dance for Children 3 credits. Study of a
variety of dance activities suitable for early childhood through grade
6. Students plan and teach dance to children. Interdisciplinary
approaches to incorporate dance into an educational setting are used. AF
DANC 2270 Dance Repertory 1-2 credits. Rehearse and perform faculty
choreographed works. Enrollment must be approved by a theatre/dance
faculty member and does not presume casting in a given production. May
be repeated for up to 8 credits. COREQ: DANC 1100, DANC 1120, DANC
1130, DANC 2200, DANC 2220, DANC 2230, DANC 3300, DANC 3320, or DANC
3330. F, S
DANC 2280 Dance Production 1‑2 credits. Designed to assist
students in developing skills necessary to create and produce formal
dance productions and lecture/demonstrations. Opportunities to
choreograph, perform, and design costumes, lights, sets and sound. May
be repeated for up to 8 credits. F, S
DANC 2290 Contact Improvisation, 2 credits. Beginning techniques
of contact improvisation including focus on momentum, flow, gravity,
and partnering skills. May be repeated for up to 4 credits.AS
DANC 3300 Ballet III 2 credits. Intermediate level barre
exercises, center floor work, and across-the-floor movement
combinations with increasing difficulty. Higher level of focus upon
technique, performance quality and performance intent. Focus upon
classical and/or contemporary ballet dependent upon instructor of
record. Pointe work optional based on instructor and students. May be
repeated for up to 6 credits. PREREQ: DANC 2200. F, S
DANC 3301 Performance and Society 3 credits. Examination of
performance as praxis, the embodiment of theory. Draws upon the canon
of 20th century theories and the performance projects they influenced
to explore the performance art tradition and to create original
interdisciplinary intermedia work that is reflective and reflexive of
society. F
DANC 3320 Jazz Dance III 2 credits. Intermediate level jazz
technique with increased rhythmic complexity of movement combinations,
turns and body isolations. Increasing difficulty in perceiving movement
quickly and accurately, and a higher level of performance quality and
intent will be demonstrated. May be repeated for up to 6 credits.
PREREQ: DANC 2220. F, S
DANC 3330 Modern Dance III 2 credits. Intermediate level technique:
lifted center; fluid and articulate spine; strength and flexibility;
falls, suspension and balance; musicality and music awareness developed
through increased difficulty of barre exercises, center floor work and
movement combinations across-the-floor. Style of modern dance
technique dependent upon instructor of record. May be repeated for up
to 6 credits. PREREQ: DANC 2230. F, S
DANC 3390 Workshop: Cultural Forms 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at
the development and breadth of dance skills cross-culturally. May be
repeated for up to 6 credits with different titles. F, S
DANC 4401 Aesthetic Issues in Dance 3 credits. An examination
into the aesthetics of human movement as they relate to the human body
biologically, socially, politically, historically and culturally. S
DANC 4410 Dance Composition II 3 credits. Explore various
techniques and processes used to create movement studies and
choreographic work at an intermediate/advanced level. Students continue
to explore improvisational processes based in the Elements of Movement.
Students present their work in a concert at the end of the semester.
PREREQ: DANC 2210 and THEA 3300. F
DANC 4460 Dance Teaching Methods and Curriculum Design 3 credits.
Study of curricular designs, methods, materials utilized in teaching
dance in schools. Practical experience in teaching others. Develop
basic skills in a variety of dance forms such as creative, folk,
square. AS
DANC 4485 Independent Study in Dance 1-3 credits. Individual
work under the direction of a dance faculty member. Field and/or
library study on specific dance related topics of interest to students
who want further studies in dance. May be repeated for up to 6 credits.
PREREQ: Permission of instructor. F, S, Su
Dance Activity Courses (DAAC Prefix)
DAAC 1100 Dance Basics 1 credit. Introduction and exploration of
the basic terms and concepts of dance fundamental to ballet, jazz,
modern and social dance techniques. Through the techniques of ballet
barre, center floor work, and across-the-floor movement combinations,
students will practice conditioning, strength, flexibility, alignment
coordination, rhythm, musicality, body and spatial awareness. F, S
DAAC 1110 Ballroom Dance I 1 credit. Beginning techniques in
two‑step, Fox Trot, Waltz, Polka, Cha Cha Cha, Swing, and others.
Taught at beginning skill level along with partnering, appropriate
dress, proper etiquette. Informal performance opportunities
available. F, S
DAAC 1111 Ballroom Dance II 1 credit. Intermediate techniques in
two‑step, Fox Trot, Waltz, Polka, Cha Cha Cha, Swing, and others.
Taught at intermediate skill level along with partnering, appropriate
dress, proper etiquette. Informal performance opportunities
available. S
DAAC 1115 Ballroom Dance Performance 1 credit. Advanced ballroom
dance students learn to choreograph and perform a
“couples’” dance routine; select music and costumes,
and stage individual performances for formal presentation. F
DAAC 1125 Latin Dance 1 credit. Learn footwork, turns, patterns,
proper posture, weight transfer, frame, connection and techniques of
leading and following while learning many different Latin Dances and
Music which may include Salsa, Merengue, Tango, Bachata, Rhumba, and
Samba. Informal performance opportunities available. F, S
DAAC 1135 Middle Eastern Dance 1 credit. Modern Middle Eastern
Dance derives from the ancient cultures of the Orient to India to the
Middle East. Learn basic techniques including proper stance, posture,
isolations, hip and upper body movement, arm positions and traveling
patterns, shimmies, turns and traveling steps while exploring aspects
of music and culture specific to the varying regions presented in
class. Introduction to use of finger cymbals and veil work. F, S
DAAC 1140 Tap Dance I 1 credit. Introduction to basic steps of tap
technique, including coordination, rhythmic variations, and performance
skills through a series of tap combinations. Tap shoes are required.
Informal performance opportunities available. F, S
DAAC 1141 Tap Dance II 1 credit. Continuation of DAAC 1140,
increasing in complexity of steps of tap technique. Students learn
coordination, rhythmic variations, and performance skills through a
series of tap combinations. Tap shoes are required. Informal
performance opportunities available. F, S
DAAC 1150 Folk and Square Dance I 1 credit. Steps/combinations
taught at various skill levels. Folk dances from around the world,
square dances from America are included. Informal performance at end of
semester. D
DAAC 1151 Folk and Square Dance II 1 credit. Steps/combinations
taught at various skill levels. Folk dances from around the world, and
square dances from America are included. Informal performance at end of
semester. PREREQ: DAAC 1150 or equivalent. D
DAAC 1160 Recreational Dance I 1 credit. Recreational dance forms
such as line dance, country western, mixers, and round dances will be
taught in a social setting. Partners not required. D
DAAC 1161 Recreational Dance II 1 credit. More recreational
dances in line dance, country western, mixers, and round dances will be
taught in a social setting. Partners not required. PREREQ: DAAC 1160 or
equivalent. D
DAAC 1175 Pilates/Dance Conditioning–Matwork 1 credit. A
Pilates-based fitness and dance conditioning floor work-out balances
strength with flexibility. Designed by Joseph Pilates in the
1920’s, Pilates tones the body’s major and minor muscles,
increases circulation, and enhances movement performance. F, S
DAAC 1176 Pilates/Dance Conditioning–Equipment 1 credit. A
Pilates-based fitness and dance conditioning work-out with equipment
balances strength with flexibility while toning the body’s major
and minor muscles, increasing circulation, aiding correct alignment and
movement efficiency for optimal performance potential. Includes
training on the Wunda Chair, the Pilates Reformer, and the
Cadillac. F, S
DAAC 1180 Hip Hop I 1 credit. Beginning techniques in step, break,
and other elements of this social form. Students participate in
improvisation and performance activities to present at an end of
semester informal presentation. F, S
DAAC 1181 Hip Hop II 1 credit. Intermediate techniques in step,
break, and other elements of this social form. Students participate in
improvisation and performance activities to present at an
end-of-semester informal presentation. F, S
DAAC 1182 Hip Hop Performance 1 credit. Intermediate level course
designed to develop students’ technique, performance and
repertoire within the specialized styles of hip hop. Focus upon
intermediate/advanced hip-hop dance techniques, patterns, routines, and
choreography in preparation for formal performances. F
DAAC 1195 Swing Dance 1 credit. Swing techniques taught at a
beginning skill level along with partnering, appropriate dress, proper
etiquette. Informal performance opportunities available. F, S
