Music Minor

Recital Class is designated as a requirement for all music majors, who must attend 12 concerts per semester. Music minors need to attend 9 concerts per semester and must be registred for Recital Class during the semesters they are taking applied lessons. Music majors are required to take this course every semester they are attending classes on campus.

This course is specifically designed for Music Industry Studies majors. It will enable students to learn basic music theory concepts and some aural skills which will relate to the contemporary music industry. (Offered spring semester.)

This course will survey various styles of American popular music from the early 20th century through the present. Students will have an active role in class discussions and engage with the material by providing examples from personal experiences. Genres covered include jazz, country, rock, reggae, funk, hip-hop, urban fold, and more. Students are encouraged to have some experience in the fundamentals of music before enrolling. Meets the general education creative and performing arts requirement.

This course will prepare the student to thrive in real world situations s/he may encounter as an artist and/or composer in the music field. Skills to be learned in this course include: chord construction and nomenclature, scales, basic pop music arranging, ear training, and keyboard/guitar accompaniment. Prerequisite: MUTH 104 or MUTH 110. (Offered fall semester.)

This course studies standard conducting patterns, develops the skill of both hand and baton directing, and emphasizes development of listening and leadership skills. Prerequisite: MUTH 305. (Offered spring of odd calendar years.)

In this course, students build foundational understanding of how to practice together, play together, learn the selected music for the course, and how to put it all together for preparing successful performances. Offered: Fall semester.

Projects in Industry serves as the entry level hands-on running of the Music Production program for students focusing on the area of music performance (vocal or instrumental). Students in this course will assist in various of music projects collaboration, including performance, live audio, studio recording, management, promotions, lighting, songwriting, creation and distribution of product while gaining a working understanding of the processes involved as they continue through the degree. Music IProduction majors need a total of six credits of Projects in Industry. Course Fee $50. (Offered every semester.)

This group performs at various athletic events. All members of the College community (not just music majors) are invited to participate. (Offered every semester.)

The Greenville University Choir, founded by Professor Robert W. Woods in 1927, has become an outstanding symbol of the University. It offers students throughout the University an opportunity to sing exemplary sacred choral literature in an excellent mixed choir setting. Numerous concerts are given during the year including an extended annual tour. Membership is by audition and includes the expectation of a year long commitment. May be applied to fulfill the creative and performing arts general education requirement. (Offered every semester.)

Chorale is a mixed choir which focuses on music reading and vocal technique. As part of the Greenville Choral Union, Chorale performs large scale choral orchestral works such as Handel's "Messiah". Membership is open to all students and the community and an assessment audition is required. May be applied to fulfill the creative and performing arts general education requirement. (Offered every semester.)

This ensemble explores the various understandings and concepts of worship leading. Students will gain practical experience in contemporary worship methods and will have multiple opportunities to tour as a ministry team. Students are expected to remain in the ensemble for the full year. Members are admitted by audition. (Offered every semester.)

A traditional band ensemble performs various types of literature from all stylistic periods. Open to all students and community. May be applied to fulfill the creative and performing arts general education requirement. (Offered every semester.)

This group, open to all students regardless of major, will perform in parades and do field shows at football games beginning fall 2011. (Offered: Fall semester.)

May be applied to fulfill the creative and performing arts general education requirement.

This small ensemble provides students with practical opportunities to create and perform contemporary (pop, rock, and CCM) music. Groups rather than individuals audition for a lab band. Auditions begin three weeks after the beginning of each semester, allowing students to form their own bands before tryouts. (Offered every semester.)

This group performs at various athletic events. All members of the College community (not just music majors) are invited to participate. (Offered every semester.)

The Greenville University Choir, founded by Professor Robert W. Woods in 1927, has become an outstanding symbol of the University. It offers students throughout the University an opportunity to sing exemplary sacred choral literature in an excellent mixed choir setting. Numerous concerts are given during the year including an extended annual tour. Membership is by audition and includes the expectation of a year long commitment. May be applied to fulfill the creative and performing arts general education requirement. (Offered every semester.)

Chorale is a mixed choir which focuses on music reading and vocal technique. As part of the Greenville Choral Union, Chorale performs large scale choral orchestral works such as Handel's "Messiah". Membership is open to all students and the community and an assessment audition is required. May be applied to fulfill the creative and performing arts general education requirement. (Offered every semester.)

This ensemble explores the various understandings and concepts of worship leading. Students will gain practical experience in contemporary worship methods and will have multiple opportunities to tour as a ministry team. Students are expected to remain in the ensemble for the full year. Members are admitted by audition. (Offered every semester.)

A traditional band ensemble performs various types of literature from all stylistic periods. Open to all students and community. May be applied to fulfill the creative and performing arts general education requirement. (Offered every semester.)

This group, open to all students regardless of major, will perform in parades and do field shows at football games beginning fall 2011. (Offered every semester.)

May be applied to fulfill the creative and performing arts general education requirement.

This small ensemble provides students with practical opportunities to create and perform contemporary (pop, rock, and CCM) music. Groups rather than individuals audition for a lab band. Auditions begin three weeks after the beginning of each semester, allowing students to form their own bands before tryouts. (Offered every semester.)