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Year Course ID Course
2026-2027 MUSI 362

Vocal Ensemble

Chamber Singers (Section A) Worship Team (Section B) Renaissance Singers (Section C) Vocal Jazz Ensemble (Section D) Musical Theatre Vocal Ensemble (Section E)

Course Credits: 1
MUSI 365

Instrumental Ensemble

Brass Quintet (Section A) Jazz Combo (Section B) Stage Band (Section C) String Quartet (Section D) Woodwind Quintet (Section G) Traditional Jazz Ensemble (Section H) Guitar Ensemble (Section I) Music Theatre Ensemble (Section J) New Music Ensemble (Section K)

Course Credits: 1
2025-2026 MUSI 365

Instrumental Ensemble

Brass Quintet (Section A) Jazz Combo (Section B) Stage Band (Section C) String Quartet (Section D) Woodwind Quintet (Section G) Traditional Jazz Ensemble (Section H) Guitar Ensemble (Section I) Music Theatre Ensemble (Section J) New Music Ensemble (Section K)

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 365

Instrumental Ensemble

Brass Quintet (Section A) Jazz Combo (Section B) Stage Band (Section C) String Quartet (Section D) Woodwind Quintet (Section G) Traditional Jazz Ensemble (Section H) Guitar Ensemble (Section I) Music Theatre Ensemble (Section J) New Music Ensemble (Section K)

Course Credits: 1
MUSI 366

Instrumental Ensemble

Brass Quintet (Section A) Jazz Combo (Section B) Stage Band (Section C) String Quartet (Section D) Woodwind Quintet (Section G) Traditional Jazz Ensemble (Section H) Guitar Ensemble (Section I) Music Theatre Ensemble (Section J) New Music Ensemble (Section K)

Course Credits: 1
2025-2026 MUSI 366

Instrumental Ensemble

Brass Quintet (Section A) Jazz Combo (Section B) Stage Band (Section C) String Quartet (Section D) Woodwind Quintet (Section G) Traditional Jazz Ensemble (Section H) Guitar Ensemble (Section I) Music Theatre Ensemble (Section J) New Music Ensemble (Section K)

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 366

Instrumental Ensemble

Brass Quintet (Section A) Jazz Combo (Section B) Stage Band (Section C) String Quartet (Section D) Woodwind Quintet (Section G) Traditional Jazz Ensemble (Section H) Guitar Ensemble (Section I) Music Theatre Ensemble (Section J) New Music Ensemble (Section K)

Course Credits: 1
MUSI 370

Junior Recital

A 30-minute recital given by a student in the third year of the performance stream. Recital program must be submitted to the department chair for approval.

Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the performance stream or by special permission.
2025-2026 MUSI 370

Junior Recital

A 30-minute recital given by a student in the third year of the performance stream. Recital program must be submitted to the department chair for approval.

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 370

Junior Recital

A 30-minute recital given by a student in the third year of the performance stream. Recital program must be submitted to the department chair for approval.

Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the performance stream or by special instructor's consent
MUSI 371

Instrumental Techniques - Brass

The study of brass methods and materials. Students are given basic instruction on several of the instruments in each section with strong components in performance (at the beginning level) and in instrumental pedagogical techniques for purposes of teaching in public or private schools or in church-related instrumental music programs.

Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 225, a minimum of two semesters of applied lessons on major instrument or voice, or instructor’s consent.
2025-2026 MUSI 371

Instrumental Techniques: Brass

The study of brass methods and materials. Students are given basic instruction on several of the instruments in each section with strong components in performance (at the beginning level) and in instrumental pedagogical techniques for purposes of teaching in public or private schools or in church-related instrumental music programs.

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 371

Instrumental Techniques: Brass

The study of brass methods and materials. Students are given basic instruction on several of the instruments in each section with strong components in performance (at the beginning level) and in instrumental pedagogical techniques for purposes of teaching in public or private schools or in church-related instrumental music programs.

Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 225, a minimum of two semesters of applied lessons on major instrument or voice, or instructor’s consent
MUSI 372

Instrumental Techniques - Woodwinds

The study of woodwinds methods and materials. Students are given basic instruction on several of the instruments in each section with strong components in performance (at the beginning level) and in instrumental pedagogical techniques for purposes of teaching in public or private schools or in church-related instrumental music programs.

Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 225, a minimum of two semesters of applied lessons on major instrument or voice, or instructor’s consent.
2025-2026 MUSI 372

Instrumental Techniques: Woodwinds

The study of woodwinds methods and materials. Students are given basic instruction on several of the instruments in each section with strong components in performance (at the beginning level) and in instrumental pedagogical techniques for purposes of teaching in public or private schools or in church-related instrumental music programs.

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 372

Instrumental Techniques: Woodwinds

The study of woodwinds methods and materials. Students are given basic instruction on several of the instruments in each section with strong components in performance (at the beginning level) and in instrumental pedagogical techniques for purposes of teaching in public or private schools or in church-related instrumental music programs.

Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 225, a minimum of two semesters of applied lessons on major instrument or voice, or instructor’s consent
MUSI 373

Instrumental Techniques - Percussion

The study of percussion methods and materials. Students are given basic instruction on several of the instruments in each section with strong components in performance (at the beginning level) and in instrumental pedagogical techniques for purposes of teaching in public or private schools or in church-related instrumental music programs.

Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 225, a minimum of two semesters of applied lessons on major instrument or voice, or instructor’s consent.
2025-2026 MUSI 373

Instrumental Techniques: Percussion

The study of percussion methods and materials. Students are given basic instruction on several of the instruments in each section with strong components in performance (at the beginning level) and in instrumental pedagogical techniques for purposes of teaching in public or private schools or in church-related instrumental music programs.

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 373

Instrumental Techniques: Percussion

The study of percussion methods and materials. Students are given basic instruction on several of the instruments in each section with strong components in performance (at the beginning level) and in instrumental pedagogical techniques for purposes of teaching in public or private schools or in church-related instrumental music programs.

Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 225, a minimum of two semesters of applied lessons on major instrument or voice, or instructor’s consent
MUSI 374

Instrumental Techniques - Pre-band instruments

The study of pre-band instruments methods and materials. Students are given basic instruction on several of the instruments in each section with strong components in performance (at the beginning level) and in instrumental pedagogical techniques for purposes of teaching in public or private schools or in church-related instrumental music programs.

Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 225, a minimum of two semesters of applied lessons on major instrument or voice, or instructor’s consent.
2025-2026 MUSI 374

Instrumental Techniques: Pre-Band Instruments

The study of pre-band instruments methods and materials. Students are given basic instruction on several of the instruments in each section with strong components in performance (at the beginning level) and in instrumental pedagogical techniques for purposes of teaching in public or private schools or in church-related instrumental music programs.

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 374

Instrumental Techniques: Pre-Band Instruments

The study of pre-band instruments methods and materials. Students are given basic instruction on several of the instruments in each section with strong components in performance (at the beginning level) and in instrumental pedagogical techniques for purposes of teaching in public or private schools or in church-related instrumental music programs.

Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 225, a minimum of two semesters of applied lessons on major instrument or voice, or instructor’s consent
MUSI 381

Concert Choir

The large vocal ensembles of the School of the Arts, Media + Culture provide opportunity for singers to develop vocal technique and music literacy while learning choral repertoire from many stylistic periods and traditions. The Concert Choir is the introductory vocal ensemble at TWU and most singers will spend a minimum of one semester in Concert Choir before progressing to the more advanced ensembles. This course introduces ensemble-singing skills, lyric diction, and expressive performance techniques. The Concert Choir regularly takes part in major joint performances with the other TWU choirs. TWU’s large vocal ensembles are open to students of all majors by audition.

Course Credits: 1
2025-2026 MUSI 381

Concert Choir

The large vocal ensembles of the School of the Arts, Media + Culture provide opportunity for singers to develop vocal technique and music literacy while learning choral repertoire from many stylistic periods and traditions. The Concert Choir is the introductory vocal ensemble at TWU and most singers will spend a minimum of one semester in Concert Choir before progressing to the more advanced ensembles. This course introduces ensemble-singing skills, lyric diction, and expressive performance techniques. The Concert Choir regularly takes part in major joint performances with the other TWU choirs. TWU’s large vocal ensembles are open to students of all majors by audition.

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 381

Concert Choir

The large vocal ensembles of the School of the Arts, Media + Culture provide opportunity for singers to develop vocal technique and music literacy while learning choral repertoire from many stylistic periods and traditions. The Concert Choir is the introductory vocal ensemble at TWU and most singers will spend a minimum of one semester in Concert Choir before progressing to the more advanced ensembles. This course introduces ensemble-singing skills, lyric diction, and expressive performance techniques. The Concert Choir regularly takes part in major joint performances with the other TWU choirs. TWU’s large vocal ensembles are open to students of all majors by audition.

Course Credits: 1
MUSI 382

Concert Choir

The large vocal ensembles of the School of the Arts, Media + Culture provide opportunity for singers to develop vocal technique and music literacy while learning choral repertoire from many stylistic periods and traditions. The Concert Choir is the introductory vocal ensemble at TWU and most singers will spend a minimum of one semester in Concert Choir before progressing to the more advanced ensembles. This course introduces ensemble-singing skills, lyric diction, and expressive performance techniques. The Concert Choir regularly takes part in major joint performances with the other TWU choirs. TWU’s large vocal ensembles are open to students of all majors by audition.

Course Credits: 1
2025-2026 MUSI 382

Concert Choir

The large vocal ensembles of the School of the Arts, Media + Culture provide opportunity for singers to develop vocal technique and music literacy while learning choral repertoire from many stylistic periods and traditions. The Concert Choir is the introductory vocal ensemble at TWU and most singers will spend a minimum of one semester in Concert Choir before progressing to the more advanced ensembles. This course introduces ensemble-singing skills, lyric diction, and expressive performance techniques. The Concert Choir regularly takes part in major joint performances with the other TWU choirs. TWU’s large vocal ensembles are open to students of all majors by audition.

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 382

Concert Choir

The large vocal ensembles of the School of the Arts, Media + Culture provide opportunity for singers to develop vocal technique and music literacy while learning choral repertoire from many stylistic periods and traditions. The Concert Choir is the introductory vocal ensemble at TWU and most singers will spend a minimum of one semester in Concert Choir before progressing to the more advanced ensembles. This course introduces ensemble-singing skills, lyric diction, and expressive performance techniques. The Concert Choir regularly takes part in major joint performances with the other TWU choirs. TWU’s large vocal ensembles are open to students of all majors by audition.

Course Credits: 1
2025-2026 MUSI 401

Worship Design & Leadership I

A study of the principles and practice of designing effective worship services. This course is the classroom component related to local church practica, MUSI/WRSH 402 and 403.

Course Credits: 3
NB: MUSI/WRSH 402 is most commonly taken as a co-requisite.
2026-2027 MUSI 401

Worship Design & Leadership I

A study of the principles and practice of designing effective worship services. This course is the classroom component related to local church practica, MUSI/WRSH 402 and 403.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): WRSH 201, 301, and upper-level standing
NB: MUSI/WRSH 402 is most commonly taken as a co-requisite.
Cross-listed: WRSH 401
MUSI 401

Worship Design and Leadership I

A study of the principles and practice of designing effective worship services. This course is the classroom component related to local church practica, MUSI/WRSH 402 and 403.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): WRSH 201, 301, and upper level standing
NB: MUSI/WRSH 402 is most commonly taken as a co-requisite
Cross-listed: WRSH 401.
2025-2026 MUSI 402

Worship Design & Leadership II

A local church field placement covering the entire semester, with scheduled involvement to be determined early in the semester in cooperation with the ministry leadership of the local church. It is expected that the student is given individual hands-on responsibilities over the semester in areas of strength, as well as opportunities for growth in other areas. The student works under the immediate supervision of a staff or qualified lay leader in the local church and within the general supervision of a TWU instructor.

Course Credits: 1
NB: For those involved in leading worship teams in the field placement, MUSI 320 is required; MUSI 405 is recommended. For those involved in leading choirs/ensembles in the field placement, MUSI 405 is required. For those involved in a dramatic ministry in the field placement, THTR 383 is required. For those involved in digital media ministry in the field placement, ART 250/MCOM 231 is required.
2026-2027 MUSI 402

Worship Design & Leadership II

A local church field placement covering the entire semester, with scheduled involvement to be determined early in the semester in cooperation with the ministry leadership of the local church. It is expected that the student is given individual hands-on responsibilities over the semester in areas of strength, as well as opportunities for growth in other areas. The student works under the immediate supervision of a staff or qualified lay leader in the local church and within the general supervision of a TWU instructor.

Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): WRSH 201, 301
MUSI/WRSH 401
NB: For those involved in leading worship teams in the field placement, MUSI 320 is required; MUSI 405 is recommended. For those involved in leading choirs/ensembles in the field placement, MUSI 405 is required. For those involved in a dramatic ministry in the field placement, THTR 383 is required. For those involved in digital media ministry in the field placement, ART 250/MCOM 231 is required.
Cross-listed: WRSH 402
MUSI 402

Worship Design and Leadership 2

A local church field placement covering the entire semester, with scheduled involvement to be determined early in the semester in cooperation with the ministry leadership of the local church. It is expected that the student is given individual hands-on responsibilities over the semester in areas of strength, as well as opportunities for growth in other areas. The student works under the immediate supervision of a staff or qualified lay leader in the local church and within the general supervision of a TWU instructor.

Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): WRSH 201, 301
MUSI/WRSH 401
NB: For those involved in leading worship teams in the field placement, MUSI 320 is required; MUSI 405 is recommended. For those involved in leading choirs/ensembles in the field placement, MUSI 405 is required. For those involved in a dramatic ministry in the field placement, THTR 383 is required. For those involved in digital media ministry in the field placement, ART 250/MCOM 231 is required.
Cross-listed: WRSH 402
2025-2026 MUSI 403

Worship Design & Leadership III

A continuation of the local church field placement of MUSI 402, typically in the same church. The field placement covers the entire semester, with scheduled involvement to be determined early in the semester in cooperation with the ministry leadership of the local church. It is expected that hands-on responsibilities in this semester are increased over those of MUSI 402. The student works under the immediate supervision of a staff or qualified lay leader in the local church, and within the general supervision of a TWU instructor.

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 403

Worship Design & Leadership III

A continuation of the local church field placement of MUSI 402, typically in the same church. The field placement covers the entire semester, with scheduled involvement to be determined early in the semester in cooperation with the ministry leadership of the local church. It is expected that hands-on responsibilities in this semester are increased over those of MUSI 402. The student works under the immediate supervision of a staff or qualified lay leader in the local church, and within the general supervision of a TWU instructor.

Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): MUSI/WRSH 402
Cross-listed: WRSH 403
MUSI 403

Worship Design and Leadership III

A continuation of the local church field placement of MUSI 402, typically in the same church. The field placement covers the entire semester, with scheduled involvement to be determined early in the semester in cooperation with the ministry leadership of the local church. It is expected that hands-on responsibilities in this semester are increased over those of MUSI 402. The student works under the immediate supervision of a staff or qualified lay leader in the local church, and within the general supervision of a TWU instructor.

Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): MUSI/WRSH 402. (0 0; 1-0)
Cross-listed: WRSH 403
MUSI 405

Conducting I

An introduction to the principles and techniques of choral and instrumental conducting. The acquisition of fundamental conducting skills, facility in score reading and analysis, and rehearsal techniques are emphasized.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 131, 132; 325, 326; open to non Music majors by instructor's consent.
2025-2026 MUSI 405

Conducting I

An introduction to the principles and techniques of choral and instrumental conducting. The acquisition of fundamental conducting skills, facility in score reading and analysis, and rehearsal techniques are emphasized.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 MUSI 405

Conducting I

An introduction to the principles and techniques of choral and instrumental conducting. The acquisition of fundamental conducting skills, facility in score reading and analysis, and rehearsal techniques are emphasized.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 131, 132; 325, 326; open to non-Music majors by instructor's consent.
MUSI 406

Conducting II

The study of conducting techniques required for difficult examples using traditional compositional techniques and contemporary compositions, including aleatory music. Topics include the refinement of patterns and gestures, score preparation, and the psychology of musical organizations. Students from the class may be selected for performances with the campus ensembles.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 405.
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair
2025-2026 MUSI 406

Conducting II

The study of conducting techniques required for difficult examples using traditional compositional techniques and contemporary compositions, including aleatory music. Topics include the refinement of patterns and gestures, score preparation, and the psychology of musical organizations. Students from the class may be selected for performances with the campus ensembles.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
2026-2027 MUSI 406

Conducting II

The study of conducting techniques required for difficult examples using traditional compositional techniques and contemporary compositions, including aleatory music. Topics include the refinement of patterns and gestures, score preparation, and the psychology of musical organizations. Students from the class may be selected for performances with the campus ensembles.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 405
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
MUSI 407

Choral Arranging

An introduction to choral arranging techniques. Materials are taken from classical music, popular melodies, carols, and original melodies. Student arrangements are performed and discussed in class as often as possible.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 325, 326 (may be taken concurrently).
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
2025-2026 MUSI 407

Choral Arranging

An introduction to choral arranging techniques. Materials are taken from classical music, popular melodies, carols, and original melodies. Student arrangements are performed and discussed in class as often as possible.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
2026-2027 MUSI 407

Choral Arranging

An introduction to choral arranging techniques. Materials are taken from classical music, popular melodies, carols, and original melodies. Student arrangements are performed and discussed in class as often as possible.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 325, 326 (may be taken concurrently)
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
MUSI 425

Twentieth Century Music

An examination of representative musical literature spanning the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, including compositional practice, analysis, and approaches to history. Analytical issues are examined in response to questions of structural integrity, pitch and temporal organization, and the relationship of recent musical discourse to the tradition of the common practice. Students develop critical interpretive tools through engagement with musicological literature that addresses issues of history, the relationship of music and culture and aesthetic value.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 236, 325.
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair
2025-2026 MUSI 425

Twentieth Century Music

An examination of representative musical literature spanning the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, including compositional practice, analysis, and approaches to history. Analytical issues are examined in response to questions of structural integrity, pitch and temporal organization, and the relationship of recent musical discourse to the tradition of the common practice. Students develop critical interpretive tools through engagement with musicological literature that addresses issues of history, the relationship of music and culture and aesthetic value.

Course Credits: 3
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
2026-2027 MUSI 425

Twentieth Century Music

An examination of representative musical literature spanning the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, including compositional practice, analysis, and approaches to history. Analytical issues are examined in response to questions of structural integrity, pitch and temporal organization, and the relationship of recent musical discourse to the tradition of the common practice. Students develop critical interpretive tools through engagement with musicological literature that addresses issues of history, the relationship of music and culture and aesthetic value.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 236, 325
NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
MUSI 427

Composition

A continuation of MUSI 329, with emphasis on major works for larger ensembles. The study of composition with an emphasis on the student producing pieces in a variety of genres and styles (generally more extended works for a variety of ensembles or digital media). The course format involves weekly sessions of a private or semiprivate nature, with the instructor guiding the student in his or her work. The workload expectations vary with the credit assigned (2 or 3 sem. hrs. credit).

Course Credits: 2, 3
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 329 and instructor's permission. (0-1-0 or 0-1-0)
NB: May not be available every semester.