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Year Course ID Course
2026-2027 MUSA 435

Private Clarinet Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 436

Private Bassoon Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 437

Private Bassoon Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 438

Private Saxophone Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 439

Private Saxophone Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 440

Private Trumpet Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 441

Private Trumpet Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 444

Private Trombone/Euphonium Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 445

Private Trombone/Euphonium Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 450

Private Percussion Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 451

Private Percussion Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 460

Private Violin Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 461

Private Violin Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 462

Private Viola Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 463

Private Viola Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 464

Private Cello Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 465

Private Cello Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 466

Private Bass Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 467

Private Bass Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 470

Private Guitar Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSA 471

Private Guitar Lesson

For fourth-year Music majors or others with prerequisite.

Course Credits: 1, 2
2026-2027 MUSI 100

Repertory & Studio Class

A performance class for students of applied music for the purpose of gaining experience in public performance and increasing knowledge of music literature. Required of all music majors in each semester of the program; recommended for all other students registered for applied music lessons.

Course Credits: 0
NB: Pass/Fail course
2026-2027 MUSI 110

Fundamentals of Music

A course for teachers, youth workers, and recreation workers, as well as students who wish to pursue advanced theory studies but lack the appropriate background. Topics covered include: notation of pitch and rhythm; intervals, scales, and modes; concept of key, triads, and seventh chords; introductory melody; and accompaniment writing.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 MUSI 131

Music History from 1600 to 1800

Traces the historical development of Western music in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Organized in a largely chronological fashion, the course investigates developments in musical genres, ensembles, and performance circumstances through the Baroque and Classical historical eras in music. The methodology of the course will comprise examination of the musical artifacts, the circumstances from which they arose, and their ultimate impact on the trajectory of musical history. There will be due consideration of the reception histories of the work and the ways those valuations have changed over time, up to and including the present day. Apprehension of the music itself, through guided listening and methods of analysis suited to each epoch under study, will also form an integral part of the course. The ways that theoretical and interpretive practices varied over the period in question will form a related part of the class discussions.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory performance on the music placement test or MUSI 110; MUSI 110 may be taken concurrently
2026-2027 MUSI 132

Music History from 1800 to Present

Traces the historical development of Western music from the beginning of the 19th century to present day. Organized in a largely chronological fashion, the course investigates developments in musical genres, ensembles, and performance circumstances through the Romantic, Modern, and Postmodern historical eras in music. The methodology of the course will comprise examination of the musical artifacts, the circumstances from which they arose, and their ultimate impact on the trajectory of musical history past, present, and future. There will be due consideration of the reception histories of the work and the ways those valuations have changed over time, up to and including the present day. Apprehension of the music itself, through guided listening and methods of analysis suited to each epoch under study, will also form an integral part of the course. The ways that theoretical and interpretive practices varied over the period in question will form a related part of the class discussions.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory performance on the music placement test or MUSI 110; MUSI 110 may be taken concurrently
2026-2027 MUSI 140

Applied Keyboard Musicianship

The course is designed to prepare Music majors with keyboard skills generally expected of all musicians. Skills covered include score reading, transposition, simple harmonization, and improvising simple chordal accompaniment.

Course Credits: 1
NB: Open to declared Music majors and Music Education minor and concentration students only.
2026-2027 MUSI 146

Orchestra

SAMC’s Orchestra is dedicated to the exploration and sharing of the vast literature of symphonic music, presented on and off-campus to the glory of God. The core repertoire of this large ensemble is the masterworks of the eighteenth through twentieth centuries. In keeping with the School’s spirit of collaboration, the Orchestra also performs newly created works by SAMC faculty and student composers. Membership in this ensemble is open to students of all majors by audition.

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 148

Band

SAMC’s Concert Band is dedicated to the exploration and sharing of music for brass, winds, and percussion, presented on and off-campus to the glory of God. The repertoire for this ensemble includes music originally composed for this instrumentation, and arrangements of music from the 18th century to the present. Membership in this ensemble is open to students of all majors by audition.

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 154

Chamber 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 Chamber Choir is the most advanced vocal ensemble at TWU and has the most rigorous rehearsal and performance schedule. This course develops musical leadership by teaching ensemble-singing skills, lyric diction, and expressive performance techniques. The Chamber Choir regularly represents the university in local performances as well as on international tours. TWU’s large vocal ensembles are open to students of all majors by audition.

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 162

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
2026-2027 MUSI 166

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 182

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 220

Introductory Special Topics in Music

Topics vary from year to year.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): Vary depending on course
2026-2027 MUSI 225

Tonal Harmony I

An integrated course including a brief review of basic rudiments of music, four-part written harmony, analysis, introduction to form and counterpoint. Harmonic elements include diatonic triads and their inversions, harmonization of melodies and basses, dominant and diminished seventh chords and secondary seventh chords. Sight singing and ear training including melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic materials are included.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory performance on the music placement test or MUSI 110
2026-2027 MUSI 226

Tonal Harmony II

An integrated course including a brief review of basic rudiments of music, four-part written harmony, analysis, introduction to form and counterpoint. Harmonic elements include diatonic triads and their inversions, harmonization of melodies and basses, dominant and diminished seventh chords and secondary seventh chords. Sight singing and ear training including melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic materials are included.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory performance on the music placement test or MUSI 110
2026-2027 MUSI 227

Songwriting for Worship I

The study of song composition (songwriting) with an emphasis on the student producing songs in a variety of styles and for different contexts, but particularly for worship settings (either corporate, performance, or other). Compositional topics include song structure, lyric development, harmonic organization, and instrumentation, considered in the contexts of congregational worship, contemporary performance, Psalm and hymn. The course format involves group workshop sessions and individual tutorials, with the instructor guiding the student’s work.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): MUSI 110 or 225, or instructor's consent
2026-2027 MUSI 239

Songs of Faith

An examination of meanings and purposes of sacred/church -song' in the context of the believing community, from OT Psalm to early church hymn, chant to Reformation hymn, revival hymn and gospel song to contemporary worship chorus. The course will be concerned with seeing the varied musical and textual expression of God's people throughout their history, understanding these expressions within the worship culture of their time, and appreciating the breadth of repertoire of the church's songs.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): WRSH 101
Cross-listed: WRSH 239
2026-2027 MUSI 245

Orchestra

SAMC’s Orchestra is dedicated to the exploration and sharing of the vast literature of symphonic music, presented on and off-campus to the glory of God. The core repertoire of this large ensemble is the masterworks of the eighteenth through twentieth centuries. In keeping with the School’s spirit of collaboration, the Orchestra also performs newly created works by SAMC faculty and student composers. Membership in this ensemble is open to students of all majors by audition.

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 246

Orchestra

SAMC’s Orchestra is dedicated to the exploration and sharing of the vast literature of symphonic music, presented on and off-campus to the glory of God. The core repertoire of this large ensemble is the masterworks of the eighteenth through twentieth centuries. In keeping with the School’s spirit of collaboration, the Orchestra also performs newly created works by SAMC faculty and student composers. Membership in this ensemble is open to students of all majors by audition.

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 247

Band

SAMC’s Concert Band is dedicated to the exploration and sharing of music for brass, winds, and percussion, presented on and off-campus to the glory of God. The repertoire for this ensemble includes music originally composed for this instrumentation, and arrangements of music from the 18th century to the present. Membership in this ensemble is open to students of all majors by audition.

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 248

Band

SAMC’s Concert Band is dedicated to the exploration and sharing of music for brass, winds, and percussion, presented on and off-campus to the glory of God. The repertoire for this ensemble includes music originally composed for this instrumentation, and arrangements of music from the 18th century to the present. Membership in this ensemble is open to students of all majors by audition.

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 253

Chamber 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 Chamber Choir is the most advanced vocal ensemble at TWU and has the most rigorous rehearsal and performance schedule. This course develops musical leadership by teaching ensemble-singing skills, lyric diction, and expressive performance techniques. The Chamber Choir regularly represents the university in local performances as well as on international tours. TWU’s large vocal ensembles are open to students of all majors by audition.

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 254

Chamber 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 Chamber Choir is the most advanced vocal ensemble at TWU and has the most rigorous rehearsal and performance schedule. This course develops musical leadership by teaching ensemble-singing skills, lyric diction, and expressive performance techniques. The Chamber Choir regularly represents the university in local performances as well as on international tours. TWU’s large vocal ensembles are open to students of all majors by audition.

Course Credits: 1
2026-2027 MUSI 261

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
2026-2027 MUSI 262

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
2026-2027 MUSI 265

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 266

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 281

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 282

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 309

Worship & Leadership

An examination of leadership issues in the worship practices of the contemporary evangelical church. Through exploration of a range of approaches to the arts, liturgy, worship evangelism, service design, and curation, the course is concerned with (1) theological and philosophical leadership issues for a biblical worship practice in a postmodern culture, and (2) practical concerns relating to development of a vibrant local church worship ministry.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): RELS 111,112 and upper-level standing
NB: Not offered every year.
Cross-listed: WRSH 301