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Course Descriptions
| ID # | Course Title | Instructor(s) |
| MR-01 | Musical Paleontology This course will examine how the symphony orchestra developed. We will explore musical, historical, scientific, and economic influences that led to the modern symphonic organization. |
Alan Paterson |
| MR-02 | Puzzles: Discovering Hidden
Structures in Music This course will focus on how musical compositions are developed. Forms to be studied are sonata allegro, rondo, minuet and trio, and others. Listening will be a significant component of this class |
Dwayne Wasson |
| MR-03 | Pedagogy: Discovering
the Creative Teacher Within Artistic excellence is extremely important, but how do you become an excellent artist? Who prepares you to think creatively and independently? This course will discuss the difference between a good studio teacher and a great studio teacher, focusing on creative teaching techniques, relationship building, and the importance of clear communication. |
Katy Goins |
| MR-04 | An (Extremely Brief but
Exhilarating) History of Musical Styles Ever wonder about the definition of a sackbut? Who were the Schubertiads? Which composer was so handsome that women fainted at his feet? This course will examine music in the context in which it was written. Discover the people behind the compositions and the stylistic characteristics that define the music of the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern periods. |
Sarah Tomasewski |
| MR-05 | 10 Reasons I Don’t
Hate Opera?!? Find the passion in this exciting musical form through listening, studying libretti, and acting out. What could be more fun than lust, deception, and death? |
Michelle Gulick |
| MR-06 | Child’s Play: Teaching
Music in the Classroom Have you ever thought about becoming a music teacher? In this course, we will explore how to design music lessons for elementary aged kids. Then, we’ll practice these lessons with a group of children. |
Katy Strand |