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EMU Course Descriptions
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ARTIST DIPLOMA

PIANO & HARPSICHORD Credits per year

1

2

3

HMU111H1 - Introduction to Music & Society

0.5

HMU126H1 – Historical Survey II

0.5

HMU225H1 - Historical Survey I

0.5

HMU240H1 – Music in North America or HMU245H1 – World Music

0.5 +

PMU185Y1, 285Y1, 385Y1 – Applied Music

1.0

1.0

1.0

PMU175Y/192Y/197Y1 – Choral Ensemble

1.0*

1.0*

(1.0*)

PMU187Y1, 287Y1 – Early Music Ensemble

1.0**

1.0**

(1.0**)

TMU120H1, 121H1, 220H1, 221H1, 302H- Materials of Music

1.33

1.33

0.5

TMU105Y1 – Keyboard Harmony

0.33

PMU105-305Y1 – Instrumental Performance Class

0.33*

0.33*

0.33*

PMU163 (263Y if mark less than 80%) – Sight Reading

0.33

(0.33)

PMU260Y1- Teaching Methods – Piano I

0.67

(0.33)

PMU351Y1, 451Y1 – Piano-Instrumental Master Class

0.5*

0.5*

PMU352Y1, 452Y1 – Piano-Vocal Master Class

0.5*

0.5*

PMU376Y1, 476Y1 – Departmental Literature

0.33

0.33

PMU399Y1, 499Y1 – Recital

0.33

0.33

Music Electives

0.5**

TOTAL

Harpischord Total:13.34

5.0

5.67

2.67

Piano Total: 15.83

5.33

7.0

3.5

* piano only

** harpsichord only

+ HMU240/245H can be taken in a higher year; must be completed before enrolling in other HMU upper level courses.



DESCRIPTION OF UNDERGRADUATE COURSES

DEGREE AND DIPLOMA PROGAMS

COURSE CODES
The 3-letter prefix normally indicates the Division responsible for the course. The first number designates the year level. Duration of each course is shown by the letter following the course numbers:
Y = 24 weeks, two terms
H = 12 weeks, F=first term only, S=second term only
H = half course, may be offered in either term, or through both terms. Consult the annual timetable for details.
C = offered only in the summer
1 = St. George Campus

COURSE WEIGHTS – CREDIT VALUES
Each undergraduate course offered in the Faculty of Music is assigned a credit value. Generally, a 1.0 credit course is the equivalent of a full course in the Faculty of Arts & Science, with 0.33 credits typically representing one hour per week. This does not apply, however, to many courses in Music Education, Theory, and Performance, particularly with reference to Applied Music and Performing Ensembles. Course descriptions and the annual timetable will provide specific details on course weights.

Prerequisite: A course required as preparation for entry to another course.
Co-requisite: A requirement to be taken concurrently with another course.
Exclusion: students may not enrol in a course that is listed as an exclusion of a course that they are taking or in which they have already obtained a pass standing.

Explanation of Symbols
, or & = AND
/ = OR
* = Limited enrolment, restricted to appropriate degree program during first round of enrolment
P.I. = Permission of Instructor
CR/NCR = Credit/No Credit
** = All Students are required to obtain permission of the instructor


MUSIC EDUCATION

EMU130Y1 Introduction to Music Education 0.67
An introduction to concepts and contexts to music education with an emphasis on a critical examination of current practice. Introduction to the basics of various means of making music in learning contexts. L. Bartel

EMU150Y1 Instrumental Class – Violin and Viola 0.33*
Introductory study of violin and viola. K. Rapoport Violin or viola majors: P.I.

EMU151H1 Instrumental Class – Clarinet 0.17*
Introductory study of the clarinet. (May not be taken in the same term as EMU152H1.) T. Dowling. Clarinet majors: P.I.

EMU152H1 Instrumental Class – Trumpet 0.17*
Introductory study of the trumpet. (May not be taken in the same term as EMU151H1.) A. McAlister. Trumpet majors: P.I.

EMU153H1 Instrumental Class – Recorder 0.17*
Introductory study of the recorder. Pedagogical considerations for class recorder instruction. Not offered 2010-11

EMU154H1 Instrumental Class – Guitar 0.17*
Introductory study of the guitar. Pedagogical considerations for class guitar instruction in popular and classical guitar styles. B. Katz

EMU207Y1 Keyboard Skills for Music Education 0.33*
A continuation of TMU107Y including the playing of chord progressions, simple accompaniments, combinations of parts from open choral scores, combinations of transposing parts from instrumental scores, and simple sight harmonizing of songs. Basic MIDI sequencing will be introduced. Prerequisite: TMU107Y1 or P.I. Not available to Keyboard majors.

EMU230H1 Voice Education 0.17
Introductory study of voice production with attention to breathing technique, tone development and vocal diction.This course focuses on the development of the singing voice for students seeking a basic understanding of how the voice works for singing. Recommended for music education, instrumental, keyboard and composition students interested in singing. (not open to applied voice majors) L. Blaser. Exclusion: EMU231Y1.

EMU231H1 Voice Pedagogy 0.17
Introductory study of vocal methods for teaching young choirs with attention to breathing techniques, tone production, vocal diction and rehearsal pedagogies relevant to working with children and youth choirs. Recommended for all students interested in learning to work vocally with young singers, ages 6-16. TBA

EMU250Y1 Instrumental Class – Violin and Viola 0.33*
Continuation of EMU150Y1. Prerequisite: EMU150Y1 or P.I.

EMU252H1 Instrumental Class – French Horn 0.17*
Introductory study of the French horn. H. Hennigar. Horn majors: P.I.

EMU254H1 Instrumental Class – Trombone 0.17*
Introductory study of the trombone. C. Walter. Trombone majors: P.I.

EMU256H1 Instrumental Class – Tuba 0.17*
Introductory study of the tuba. S. Fratia. Tuba majors: P.I.

EMU275Y1 Foundations of Music Education 0.67
Students address philosophical, curricular, pedagogical, and psychological issues that influence the practice of music education in schools, private studios and community settings. E. Gould/ B. John

EMU277C1 Workshop in Music Education
Special course in specific areas of concern to prospective and in-service teachers. Credit variable. L. Dolloff, P.I. Summers only.

EMU317Y1 Orchestration 0.67*
Arranging for the orchestra, concert band and jazz ensemble. Intended for those concentrating in Music Education. Prerequisite: TMU220H1, TMU221H1. Not offered 2010-11

EMU330Y1 Choral Music Education 0.67
The study and practice of choral music with an emphasis on teaching and learning in school and community choral settings. The course will focus on conducting, programming and score study with an emphasis on rehearsal pedagogy. L. Dolloff. Prerequisite: EMU130Y1, 231Y. EMU275Y (Education majors only.) Exclusion: EMU330F and or EMU331S. Co-requisite: PMU380Y1.

EMU340Y1 Instrumental Minor Practicum 0.33
The opportunity to develop and refine playing skills on selected secondary instruments in band, chamber music and orchestral practicum ensembles. J. Reynolds. One hour per week, two terms. Available to Music Education students in years 2, 3 or 4. Prerequisite: corresponding instrumental course or P.I. Cannot be taken simultaneously with EMU356Y1. Not offered 2010-11.

EMU350H1 Instrumental Class – Cello I 0.17*
Introductory study of the cello. TBA. Cello majors: P.I.

EMU351H1 Instrumental Class – Cello II 0.17*
Continuation of EMU350F. TBA. Cello majors: P.I. Prerequisite: EMU350F or P.I.

EMU352H1 Instrumental Class – Percussion 0.33*
Practical study of percussion instruments. Care and maintenance of instruments and equipment. Ensemble playing. J. Brownell

EMU353H1 Instrumental Class – Flute 0.17*
Introductory study of the flute. P. Bryce Flute majors: P.I.

EMU354H1 Instrumental Class – Oboe 0.17*
Introductory study of the oboe. C. Scholtz. Oboe majors: P.I.

EMU355Y1 Accompanying 0.33*
Study and practice emphasizing the use of the piano in school music teaching. Accompaniment of solo songs, choral music, instrumental solos and ensembles. Practical experience in transposition, sight harmonization, improvisation and sight-reading. Assignments appropriate to the level of keyboard facility. Primarily intended for Music Education students. M. Bach Prerequisite: TMU105Y1/107Y1, P.I.

EMU356Y1 Instrumental Music I: Curriculum, Conducting, Rehearsal and Repertoire 1.0
A study of techniques for the instruction and administration of wind and string instrumental programs. Analysis and performance of beginning and intermediate band and string orchestra repertoire. Three hours. C. Walter/TBA. Prerequisite: EMU150Y1, 151H1, 152H1, 275Y1 and two of the following courses: 252H1, 254H1, 256H1, 353H1, 354H1, 357H1, 358H1 Prerequisite or co-requisite: EMU350H1 Co-requisite: PMU380Y1

EMU357H1 Instrumental Class – Saxophone 0.17*
Introductory study of the saxophone. D. Englert Saxophone majors: P.I.

EMU358H1 Instrumental Class – Bassoon 0.17*
Introductory study of the bassoon. One hour, one term. G. Robinson. Bassoon majors: P.I.

EMU359H1 Jazz Education 0.5
Analysis, methods and materials for jazz education and improvisation techniques. J. Jasavala. Prerequisite: TMU220H1, TMU221H1 and P.I..

EMU360H1 Improvisation for Music Education 0.5
Development of improvisation skills through applied performance and theoretical analysis in a variety of styles. Not open to Jazz majors. P. Nimmons. Prerequisites: TMU220H1, TMU221H1.

EMU370Y1 Principles and Practice of Music Education for Children I 0.67
This course provides an introduction to the philosophical underpinnings and practice-based theories of music education for children. Students will have the opportunity to study the development of musicianship in childhood and explore common theories and educational approaches through seminars, observations, composition and performance experiences, and microteaching opportunities. L. Dolloff. EMU372Y1 is a co-requisite with EMU370Y1.

EMU371Y1 Alternative Methods in Music Education 0.33
A study of methods of secondary school music instruction that serve as alternatives to traditional band, orchestra and choral programs. Emphasis is on curriculum development and the evaluation of teaching strategies and materials. Guitar and MIDI applications will be studied as examples of viable methods. L. Bartel. Prerequisite: EMU275Y1. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: EMU154H1. World Music Ensemble Co-Requisite: PMU264/364Y1 OR PMU271/371Y1 OR PMU265/365Y1. Students are advised to take TMU111H1 prior to taking this course. Not Offered 2010-11.

EMU372Y1 Movement and Music: Dalcroze Eurhythmics 0.33
This course focuses on the pedagogy of Dalcroze Eurhythmics, a music education approach that examines the intrinsic relationships between physical movement and the learning/performing of music. Students make a kinaesthetic connection to a wide variety of music through invigorating combinations of free movement, choreography, singing, conducting, improvisation and music games. B. Katz.

EMU401C1, 402C1 Special Studies in Choral Music I & II 0.33/0.67
An intensive study of choral music technique and repertoire. Summer Only.

EMU410Y1 Introduction to Research in Music Education 0.5
An introduction to descriptive, experimental, philosophical and historical research in music education, with particular reference to principles of research design and effective research procedures. Students will prepare critiques of research material and will be guided in designing research projects. L. Bartel. Prerequisite: EMU275Y1. Not offered 2010-11.

EMU417H1 Jazz Arranging 0.33*
Advanced techniques of arranging for jazz ensembles, studio orchestra, and jazz choir. Prerequisite:EMU317Y1 and P.I. Not offered 2010.

EMU430H1 Choral Literature and Conducting I 0.33
The study of choral literature and conducting technique with an emphasis on European classical and Contemporary choral music (including selected choral-orchestral repertoire). The weekly class will meet in a combined literature seminar and conducting practicum with piano and/or small instrumental ensemble. Prerequisite: EMU330H, 331S, or P.I. , Exclusion: EMU430Y.

EMU431H1 Choral Literature and Conducting II 0.33
The study of choral literature and conducting technique with an emphasis on European classical and Contemporary choral music (including selected choral-orchestral repertoire). The weekly class will meet in a combined literature and seminar and conducting practicum with piano and/or small instrumental ensemble. Prerequisite: EMU430H1. Exclusion: EMU430Y1.

EMU450H1 Instrumental Class – Double Bass 0.17*
Introductory study of the double bass. T. Dawson. One hour, one term. Bass majors: P.I. Prerequisite: EMU350H1

EMU456Y1 Instrumental Music II: Advanced Curriculum, Conducting, Rehearsal and Repertoire 1.0
Practical orchestral and small ensemble lab. Selected lecture topics related to teacher effectiveness in an instrumental program. In-field observation and participation. C. Walter. Prerequisite: EMU356Y1. Recommended: PMU480Y1

EMU461H1 Music Education in Cultural Perspective 0.5
A seminar exploring music's social nature, with special attention to the ways culture influences music perception, cognition, and value, and the way musical practices in turn influence culture and social relations. Issues addressed include: music education as intercultural education; music, gender, and power; the educational implications of cultural relativity; music education as an agent of social reproduction and/or transformation; social relations implicit in various musical and instructional practices; and music education's moral significance. Emphasis is placed on practical pedagogical applications of world music. L. Dolloff. Prerequisite or co-requisite: any World Music Ensemble. Prerequisite: EMU275Y1.

EMU464Y1 String Pedagogy 0.5
Study of the differences and similarities between the various stringed instruments in relation to the problems of instruction in the classroom or studio. Open to violin, viola, cello and double bass players in all Bachelor of Music programs and to other students by permission of the instructor. P. Shand.

EMU470Y1 Principles and Practice of Music Education for Children II 1.0
Refinement and application of curricular and instructional skills developed in EMU370Y1, EMU372Y1. Critical analysis of current music education philosophies, learning theories, methodologies and materials as they apply to elementary general music. In-field opportunities for observing and participating in the teaching of music to children. L. Dolloff. Prerequisite: EMU370Y1, EMU372Y1. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: EMU153H1 Not Offered 2010-11.

EMU475H1 Seminar in Music Education: Music in School and Society 0.5
Intersecting discourses in music education, philosophy, and cultural studies, students analyze power in terms of teaching and learning in school and society, examining issues of student/teacher agency and conflict related to identity politics and critical and liberatory theories as they are implicated in emerging pedagogicals/ curricular strategies. E. Gould.

EMU485H1 Advanced Topics in Music and Childhood 0.5
Designed as a continuation of EMU370Y, this course will give students an opportunity to study issues pertaining to the practice of teaching and learning music in childhood, and to begin to formulate their own theory for the curricular development of programmes for children in school and community contexts. Seminars and practicum experiences will be supplemented by individual research projects. B. John. Prerequisite: EMU370Y1

EMU499H1 Independent Study 0.33
Available to students in 3rd or 4th year on successful completion of several EMU courses, depending on grade standing and availability of instructor. Permission of the Division Required.


CTEP COURSES – Bachelor of Education

Only students admitted to the Concurrent Teacher Education Program at the Faculty of Music may register in the following courses.

EDU313H Principles of Teaching: Legal, Ethical & Professional 0.5
This course builds understanding of teaching as a professional practice. The course will primarily focus on the research base underlying policies and documents such as the Foundations of Professional Practice. Through guided CTEP portfolio activities, students will make connections and reflect on the construction of their professional identity. This course is linked to an online module on School Law.

EDU323H Inclusive Education: ESL & Exceptional Learners 0.5
Provides a foundation in inclusive curriculum and pedagogical practices for diverse exceptional learners in the classroom, (including behaviour, communication, intellectual, physical, and multiple exceptionalities) and students for whom English is a second language (ESL). This course includes a field experience involving observation of a variety of exceptional and English language learners. Students will engage in a tutoring experience with one learner over several sessions.

EDUXXXH Social Foundations of Teaching & Schooling 0.5
Focuses on how teachers can support diverse students’ learning in classroom, school and school system settings. This requires developing understandings of classroom social and cultural dynamics in relation to teachers’ curricular and pedagogical choices, program and school organization, working relationships among teachers and administrators, and how educational policies shape diverse students’ experiences of schooling. This component is linked to the Year 4 Professional Session Practicum.

EDUXXXH Psychological Foundations of Learning 0.5
Focuses on key psychological theories and research relevant to student learning. Explores how psychological factors and a teacher’s understanding of these issues influence student learning, student motivation and the learning environment. This component is linked to the Year 4 Professional Session practicum.

EDUXXXY Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment (x2) 0.5
Emphasizes subject-specific methodology. Students are introduced to curriculum documents appropriate to their division(s), evidence-informed pedagogical practices, and assessment and evaluation methods.

EDUXXXH Mentored Inquiry & Teaching (x2) 0.25
This methodology course draws upon foundational and curricular concepts introduced throughout the program. The goal is to help new teachers make sense of their teaching experiences as beginning practitioners through inquiry projects. This course will include 10 to 15 Mentored Inquiry and Teaching days in the schools over the course of the academic year. This component will be taken in conjunction with other B.Ed. courses including Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment and practicum placements.

PRACTICAL EXPERIENCES

EDUXXXH Practicum (x2) 0.25
The practicum consists of two elements: orientation to schools, with a focus on the school community, and classroom practice. Students will complete two practicum sessions over the course of the program. The first practicum is in Year 4 of the program and spans 35-40 days over a four-month period. In Year 5 of the program, students will complete a 20-25 day practicum in April. Practicums will take place in schools or other settings approved by the Ontario College of Teachers. Through the Mentored Inquiry and Teaching days, teacher candidates spend an additional 10 to 15 days in schools leading up to their practicum.


CTEP COURSES – Bachelor of Music

Only students admitted to the Concurrent Teacher Education Program at the Faculty of Music may register in the following courses.


EMU325H1 CTEP Internship no credit value
The purpose of the internship is to integrate, extend and deepen the learning experiences of each teacher candidate as he/she identifies particular academic or practical interests throughout the course of his/her studies. Building on their individual interests and needs, teacher candidates can choose from a wide variety of Internship opportunities (school sites, non-school sites, or international sites) offered by CTEP partners.

EMU480H1 Child and Adolescent Development in Music Education 0.5
A critical examination of theories of musical development in relation to general intellectual, physical, social, emotional and moral development from early childhood through adolescence. Candidates explore how best to facilitate growth and learning in the area of music education. This course includes a field experience component. B. John.


HISTORY & CULTURE OF MUSIC

HMU111H1 Introduction to Music & Society 0.5
An examination of musical thought and practice in non-Western and Western traditions. J. Kippen. Does not count as an HMU elective.

HMU126H1 Historical Survey II (formerly HMU226H1) 0.5
Western music from 1750 to the present. No prerequisite. Exclusion: HMU226H1. M.A. Parker. Does not count as an HMU elective.

HMU225H1 Historical Survey I 0.5
Western music up to 1750. No prerequisite. G. Johnston. Does not count as an HMU elective.

HMU240H1 Music in North America 0.5
Study of music in North American life. Topics may include folk and popular music, jazz and art music. Staff. Prerequisites: HMU111H1, HMU126H1/HMU226H1, HMU225H1.

HMU245H1 World Music 0.5
A case-study survey of selected world musical cultures. Cultural areas will vary, but will include Canada, as well as issues in the study of popular music. Staff. Prerequisites: HMU111H1, HMU126H1/HMU226H1, HMU225H1.

HMU300H1 The Music of J.S. Bach 0.5
Study of Bach’s life and music. Music to be covered includes cantatas, orchestral music, clavier music, organ music and chamber music as well as individual large works such as The Musical Offering, Goldberg variations, B Minor Mass, Art of Fugue, and St. Matthew Passion. G. Johnston. Prerequisites: HMU111H1, HMU225H1, HMU126H1/HMU226H1.

HMU315H1 Stravinsky and Schoenberg 0.5
A study of the two dominant figures of the first half of the twentieth century. Staff. Prerequisite: HMU111H1, HMU225H1, HMU126H/HMU226H1.

HMU350H1 Music in Religion and Ritual: Cross-Cultural Perspectives 0.5
An examination of the important role and styles of music (and related performing arts) in religion and ritual across cultures and belief systems. Based within definitions and theoretical approaches from anthropology, individual case studies range from “world” religions to sacred shamanistic, animistic and tribal practices in Asia and Africa. A. Sanger. Prerequisite: HMU111H1, HMU225H1, HMU126H1/HMU226H1.

HMU351H1 Jazz History (formerly HMU133H1) 0.5
The present and past influences of jazz, its origins, history, social impact, and role in shaping musical traditions of the present. Prerequisite: HMU111H1, HMU126H1/226H1, HMU225H1. Exclusion: HMU133H1.

HMU357H1 Sounding Medieval in Twentieth-Century Cinema 0.5
This course will explore musical portrayals of the Middle Ages in twentieth-century cinema. Over six hundred films about medieval Europe were produced in the 1900s in which music plays a vital part, ranging from the “non-diegetic” scoring of classical-style Hollywood films to diegetic or “source” music, such as horseback songs. J. Haines. Prerequisite: HMU111H1, HMU225H1, HMU126H1/HMU226H1.

HMU358H1 Haydn 0.5
A survey of Haydn’s career from Eisenstadt and Eszterháza to London and Vienna, with detailed investigation of representative vocal and instrumental works from various genres. C. Clark. Prerequisites: HMU111H1, HMU225H1, HMU126H1/HMU226H1.

HMU360H1 Hindustani Music 0.5
This course has two main aims: to provide the keys to appreciate critically the musical arts of North India and to explore their fascinating cultural structure; to examine Hindustani music’s roots and the manner in which it has constantly reinvented itself over the centuries to adapt to new social circumstances. J. Kippen. Prerequisite: HMU111H1, HMU225H1, HMU126H1/HMU226H1. Recommended preparation: Any reading or listening related to Hindustani music.

HMU425H1 Topics in Medieval Music (formerly HMU330H1) 0.5*
Plainchant and polyphony, including topics for individual research. J. Haines. Prerequisite: Completion of 4-course History requirement and one additional HMU elective. Exclusion: HMU330H1.

HMU426H1 Topics in Renaissance Music (formerly HMU331H1) 0.5*
A comprehensive survey of sacred and secular polyphony (1400-1600), including topics or independent research. J. Haines. Prerequisite: Completion of 4-course History requirement and one additional HMU elective. Not offered 2010-2011.

HMU430H1 Topics in Classical Music 0.5*
Pre-classical composers, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven (1720-1830), including topics for individual research. C. Clark. Prerequisite: Completion of 4-course History requirement and one additional HMU elective. Not offered 2010-2011.

HMU431H1 Topics in Romantic Music 0.5*
Instrumental and vocal genres, including topics for individual research. R. Elliott Prerequisite: Completion of 4-course History requirement and one additional HMU elective.

HMU432H1 Topics in 20th-century Music 0.5*
Developments and trends since 1910, including topics for individual research. TBA. Prerequisite: Completion of 4-course History requirement and one additional HMU elective. Not offered 2010-2011.

HMU433H1 Topics in Ethnomusicology 0.5*
The history of the discipline from its roots in Comparative Musicology in the 1880s to the modern, holistic study of music and society. Other topics include transcription, transmission, and cultural appropriation. A variety of the world's traditions are illustrated with audio-visual materials, and students contribute personal surveys, analyses and debates. J. Pilzer. Prerequisite: Completion of 4-course History requirement and one additional HMU elective.

HMU450H1 Topics in Baroque Music (formerly HMU333H1) 0.5*
Instrumental and vocal genres (1600-1750), including topics for individual research. G. Johnston. Prerequisite: Completion of 4-course History requirement and one additional HMU elective. Not offered 2010-2011.

HMU499H1 Independent Study 0.5*
Available to students in 3rd or 4th year on successful completion of several HMU courses, and depending on grade standing and availability of instructor. Permission of the Division.

FUTURE COURSE OFFERINGS:

Balinese Gamelan: Performance and Context

Monteverdi

Operas of Puccini

Bartok

Music and Literary Form

Performance Practices

Brahms

Music Cultures of Latin America and the Caribbean

Popular Music and Popular Culture

Canadian Music since 1945

Music in Toronto

Practical Studies in Ethnomusicology

Concerto

Music in Twentieth-Century America

Problems in the Performance of Early Music

First Nations

Music of the First Nations

Protestant Church Music

From Modern to Post-Modern

Music of Handel

Schoenberg

From Romantic to Modern

Music of J.S. Bach

Stravinsky

History of Chamber Music

Music of North America

The Symphony

Introduction to Western Liturgy

Music of Sub-Saharan Africa

Symphonies of Beethoven

Korean Music

Musical Notation of the Middle Ages

Text Setting before the Renaissance

The Mass

Opera and the Romantic Tradition

Minimalism and the Music of Steve Reich

Operas of Mozart



JAZZ PERFORMANCE

The following courses are available only to Jazz majors and only by Permission of Instructor to others.

JMU100Y1 Jazz & Traditional Materials 0.67
The study of harmony, melody and counterpoint in both traditional and jazz musical forms. Written and analytical studies of music from various jazz idioms and traditional repertoire. Two hours weekly. D. Neill.

JMU101Y1 Jazz & Traditional Ear Training 0.67
Corresponding with materials studied in JMU100Y. Melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation; sight singing. Transcription of jazz solos and group performances. Two hours weekly. TBA

JMU104Y1 Jazz Keyboard Skills 0.33
Basic keyboard skills for jazz majors who play instruments other than piano. Credit for the course may be obtained by passing an examination. Required of all Jazz students except keyboard players. One hour class piano instruction per week. G. Williamson

JMU185Y1 Jazz Applied Music 1.0
Individual instruction on major instrument or voice. One hour weekly (to a total of 24 lessons).

JMU189Y1 Jazz Orchestra 1.0
While a major ensemble for students enrolled in jazz performance, this ensemble is open to other performers by audition. Students rehearse and perform in concerts as assigned by the Performance Division throughout the academic year. Attendance at all assigned sessions is required. Six hours minimum. TBA.

JMU191Y1 Jazz Improvisation 0.33
This course examines the artistic and technical aspects of improvised jazz performance. Analysis of improvised solos and group performances, approaches to practicing, developmental techniques and exercises, and general performance skills are among the topics covered. One hour. TBA

JMU192Y1 Small Jazz Ensemble 0.5
Students are assigned to small jazz ensembles by audition, rehearsing with faculty for one hour and independently for an additional two hours each week. Repertoire ranges from traditional to contemporary jazz styles. Attendance at all assigned sessions is required. Three hours.

JMU193Y1 Vocal Jazz Ensemble 1.0
While a major ensemble for students enrolled in jazz performance, this ensemble is open to other performers by audition. Students rehearse and perform in concerts as assigned by the Performance Division throughout the academic year. Attendance at all assigned sessions is required. Six hours minimum. TBA.

JMU194Y1 Vocal Jazz Improvisation 0.33
This course aims to develop the improvising vocalist through an in-depth study of various genres associated with Jazz. The content will incorporate melodic and rhythmic studies from western and non western cultures. Various styles of improvisation will be covered including bebop, modal music and folk. Other topics include graphic scores, experimental compositions and large group improvisation. One Hour. TBA.

JMU200Y1 Jazz & Traditional Materials 0.67
See JMU100Y. TBA.

JMU201Y1 Jazz & Traditional Ear Training 0.67
Corresponding with materials studied in JMU200Y1. See JMU101Y1. TBA.

JMU285Y1 Jazz Applied Music See JMU185Y1 1.0

JMU289Y1 Jazz Orchestra See JMU189Y1 1.0

JMU291Y1 Jazz Improvisation See JMU191Y1 A. Dean 0.33

JMU292Y1 Small Jazz Ensemble See JMU192Y1 0.5

JMU293Y1 Vocal Jazz Ensemble See JMU193Y1 1.0

JMU294Y1 Vocal Jazz Improvisation See JMU194Y1 0.33

JMU301Y1 Jazz & Traditional Ear Training 0.67
Corresponding with materials studied in JMU300Y1. See JMU101Y1

JMU317Y1 Jazz Arranging 0.67
Instrumental and vocal arranging for various jazz ensembles from duos to large jazz band and studio orchestra. Two hours. TBA. Co-requisite: JMU301Y1

JMU385Y1 Jazz Applied Music Recital required. See JMU185Y1 1.0

JMU389Y1 Jazz Orchestra See JMU1891Y1 1.0

JMU391Y1 Jazz Improvisation See JMU191Y1 0.33

JMU392Y1 Small Jazz Ensemble See JMU192Y1 0.5

JMU393Y1 Vocal Jazz Ensemble 1.0

JMU394Y1 Vocal Jazz Improvisation See JMU194Y1 0.33

JMU410Y1 Jazz Composition 0.67
Studies leading to the development of a personal and creative compositional style. Analysis of selected compositions. Two hours. P. Nimmons Prerequisite: JMU317Y1

JMU485Y1 Jazz Applied Music See JMU385Y1 1.0

JMU489Y1 Jazz Orchestra See JMU389Y1 1.0

JMU491Y1 Jazz Improvisation See JMU191Y1 0.33

JMU492Y1 Small Jazz Ensemble See JMU192Y1 0.5

JMU493Y1 Vocal Jazz Ensemble See JMU193Y1 1.0

JMU494Y1 Vocal Jazz Improvisation See JMU194Y1 0.33


PERFORMANCE

PMU105Y1 Instrumental Performance Class 0.33
Approaches to performance and repertoire in instrument specific groupings. Staff. Performance majors only or P.I.

PMU135Y1 Lyric Diction 0.33
A study of diction and the expression of text in song. The course deals with Italian, German, English and French in concise format, using the International Phonetic Alphabet. TBA. Voice Performance majors only or P.I.

PMU138Y1 Italian/English Masterclass 0.33
Practical approach to the study and performance of Italian and English vocal repertoire, with emphasis on expression of text. TBA. For Voice Performance majors only, or P.I.

PMU163Y1 Sight Reading 0.33
Reading and study of solo pieces, accompaniments, duets, and two-piano arrangements of symphonies and overtures. A. Markow. Piano Performance majors only.

PMU173Y1 Chamber Choir I 0.33
The study and performance of unaccompanied chamber choral music. By Audition. TBA. Cannot be taken simultaneously with PMU192Y1.

PMU174Y1 Chamber Choir II 0.33
The study and performance of unaccompanied chamber choral music. By Audition. TBA. Cannot be taken simultaneously with PMU192Y1.

PMU175Y1 University Women’s Chorus 1.0
A major choral ensemble for qualified women students who study and perform a wide variety of treble voice repertoire. Emphasis on the development of musicianship through distinctive choral composition. Attendance at all assigned sessions is required. Four hours. L. Dolloff.

PMU182Y1 Contemporary Music Ensemble 0.5 (extra performer 0.17)
Rehearsals and performances of 20th-century works, principally for larger ensembles, including works by student and faculty composers. In collaboration with the Composition Division.. Limited enrolment, by audition. Three hours. N. Palej.

PMU183Y1 Guitar Orchestra 1.0
Practical training in ensemble performance. Six hours minimum. J. McFadden.

PMU184Y1 Applied Music 0.5
Individual instruction in the student’s major performance medium. One hour lesson per week. (a total of 24 lessons). For students in the Bachelor of Music program.

PMU185Y1 Applied Music 1.0
Individual instruction in the student’s major performance medium. One hour lesson per week (a total of 24 lessons). For students in the Bachelor of Music in Performance program and the Artist Diploma program.

PMU186Y1 Lute Class 0.5
Instruction for Guitar Performance majors only. One hour. Staff. Not offered 2010-11.

PMU187Y1 Early Music Ensembles 0.67
Performance of chamber music from an historical orientation. For singers and instrumentalists. Two hours. I. Taurins. Required for Historical instrument majors; four hours, 0.67.

PMU190Y1 University of Toronto Wind Ensembles 1.0
Students rehearse and perform in concerts and reading sessions as assigned by the Performance Division through the academic year. Attendance at all assigned sessions is required. Six hours minimum. J. Reynolds, G. MacKay.

PMU191Y1 Chamber Music 0.33
Instruction in small ensemble performance e.g. string quartets, woodwind quintets, piano trios, percussion ensemble, mixed chamber groups. Two hours minimum. By permission of the Division.

PMU192Y1 MacMillan Singers 1.0
The study and performance of a diverse choral repertoire with an emphasis on extended and major works. Attendance at all assigned session is required. Four hours minimum. TBA

PMU195Y1 University of Toronto Orchestras 1.0
Students rehearse and perform in concerts, reading sessions, opera productions and choral/orchestral presentations as assigned by the Performance Division throughout the academic year. Attendance at all assigned sessions is required. Six hours minimum. TBA.

PMU197Y1 Master Chorale 1.0
A performance survey of Choral Music emphasizing a wide range of traditional and contemporary music. This ensemble course will focus on the development of musicianship and professionalism: reading and listening skills, vocal techniques, interpretation skills, and performance practices as related to selected performance repertoire. Students will perform one concert each term, with one additional dress rehearsal each term as assigned by the Performance Division. Four hours minimum. TBA.

PMU205Y1 Instrumental Performance Class See PMU105Y1. 0.33

PMU230Y1 Performance Topics in Voice Studies 0.33
This course will introduce the stagecraft skills necessary for learning a role, developing a character, and understanding situation and action through the study of basic acting and movement techniques, text analysis, declamation, and interpretation of sung text primarily from the 17th and 18th centuries. Prerequisite: PMU185Y1. Co-requisite: PMU285Y1. P. Raftery.

PMU238Y1 Italian/English Master Class 0.33
A continuation of PMU138Y1. Practical approach to the study and performance of Italian and English repertoire including Bellini, Rossini, Donizetti, Mozart and Resphigi and 20th century American, British and Canadian art songs and arias. TBA. Prerequisite: PMU138Y1 or P.I.

PMU251Y1 Piano – Instrumental Master Class 0.5
An exploration of the piano chamber literature, especially that for piano and one other instrument. Pianists prepare and perform with student instrumentalists. M. Orlov, J. Parker, L.Wong. One hour. For piano Performance majors. Co-requisite: PMU252Y1.

PMU252Y1 Piano – Vocal Master Class 0.5
An exploration of the standard vocal literature. Pianists prepare and perform with student singers. TBA. One hour. For piano Performance majors only. Co-requisite: PMU251Y1.

PMU253Y1 World Music Ensemble: Korean Ensemble 0.33
Rehearsal and performance of Korean Ensemble.

PMU255Y1 Piano – Vocal Master Class 0.5
Students prepare and perform vocal music with the pianists in PMU252Y1. For Voice Performance majors only. By permission of the Division.

PMU258Y1 World Music Ensemble: Folk Roots 0.33
This ensemble will explore the style, repertoire and performance practice of various traditional music of Western Europe and North America. Not offered 2010-11

PMU260Y1 Teaching Methods – Piano I 0.67
Theory and practice in piano teaching. Demonstration lessons. Repertoire of elementary and junior grades. M.Koga. Two hours.

PMU263Y1 Sight Reading 0.33
Continuation of PMU163Y1, required for those who received less than first class standing in PMU163Y1. A. Markow. Not offered 2010-11.

PMU264Y1 World Music Ensemble: African Drumming and Dancing 0.33
Performance and rehearsal of West African Music. F. Dunyo. No prerequisite.

PMU265Y1 World Music Ensemble: Balinese Gamelan 0.33
Performance and rehearsal of Balinese Gamelan. A. Sanger. No prerequisite. Not offered 2010-11.

PMU267Y1 World Music Ensemble: Tabla 0.33
Rehearsal and Performance of Tabla music. J. Kippen. Permission of Instructor required. Cannot be taken simultaneously with HMU250H1. Not offered 2010-11.

PMU268Y1 World Music Ensemble: Klezmer Ensemble 0.33
Rehearsal and Performance of Klezmer Ensemble. B. Katz. No prerequisite.

PMU271Y1 Japanese Drumming Ensemble 0.33
Rehearsal and performance of Japanese Drumming. G. Nagata. No prerequisite.

PMU272Y1 World Music Ensemble: Steel Pan 0.33
Rehearsal and performance of the Steel Pan ensemble. J. Cullen. No prerequisite.

PMU273Y1 Chamber Choir I See PMU173Y1. Cannot be taken simultaneously with PMU292Y1. 0.33

PMU274Y1 Chamber Choir II See PMU174Y1. Cannot be taken simultaneously with PMU292Y1. 0.33

PMU275Y1 University Women’s Chorus See PMU175Y. 1.0

PMU282Y1 Contemporary Music Ensemble See PMU182Y1. 0.5 (extra performer 0.17)

PMU283Y1 Guitar Orchestra See PMU183Y1. 1.0

PMU284Y1 Applied Music See PMU184Y1. 0.5

PMU285Y1 Applied Music See PMU185Y1. 1.0

PMU286Y1 Lute See PMU186Y1. Not Offered 2010-11. 0.5

PMU287Y1 Early Music Ensembles See PMU187Y. 0.67

PMU290Y1 University of Toronto Wind Ensembles See PMU190Y1. 1.0

PMU291Y1 Chamber Music See PMU191Y1. 0.33

PMU292Y1 MacMillan Singers See PMU192Y1. 1.0

PMU295Y1 University of Toronto Orchestras See PMU195Y1. 1.0

PMU297Y1 Master Chorale See PMU197Y1. 1.0

PMU305Y1 Instrumental Performance Class See PMU105Y1. 0.33

PMU325Y1 History and Literature of the Guitar 0.67
A study of the guitar's history and literature from the Renaissance to the present day. Topics covered will include performance practice, primary sources, transcription, modern notation practices, and sociological issues. There will also be a section on orchestral & opera excerpt literature. For Guitar majors or P.I. J. McFadden.
Not offered 2010-11.

PMU330Y1 Performance Skills 0.67
An exploration of issues relating to creative and effective musical performance. Concepts of musicians’ health and stress management, presentation and stage presence, communication skills and musical preparation will be developed through coaching and masterclass sessions. Two hours. B. Toyich. Limited enrolment.

PMU336Y1 French Melodie 0.33
Performance of French melodie in a masterclass setting. Elementary knowledge of French vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation is required. Prerequisite: PMU135Y1, PMU285Y1 or P.I. For Voice Performance majors or by P.I.

PMU339Y1 Oratorio 0.33
Study and performance of oratorio repertoire. One hour. M. Bach. Prerequisite: PMU285Y1 or P.I. For voice Performance majors only, or by P.I.

PMU340Y1 Lieder 0.33
Study and performance of selected Lieder in a masterclass setting. Singers are required to recite the text and give a description of the poetry, background and musical setting. Knowledge of German vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation is required. One hour. C. Loewen. Prerequisite: PMU135Y1, PMU285Y1 or P.I.
Voice Performance majors only.

PMU350Y1 Song Interpretation 0.33
A performance class for music education voice majors that focuses on song repertoire to develop interpretive skills, enhance repertoire knowledge and explore stylistic nuances. J. Bentley. Prerequisite: PMU184Y1.

PMU351Y1 Piano – Instrumental Master Class See PMU251Y1. 0.5

PMU352Y1 Piano – Vocal Master Class See PMU252Y1. TBA. 0.5

PMU354Y1 Piano – Instrumental Master Class 0.5
Students prepare and perform chamber works with the pianists in PMU351Y1. P.I.

PMU355Y1 Piano – Vocal Master Class 0.5
Students prepare and perform vocal music with the pianists in PMU352Y1. P.I. TBA.

PMU357Y1 Improvisation – Organ 0.33
Varied harmonic treatment of melodies; hymn tunes as preludes; trio playing. For Organ Performance majors only, or by P.I. Prerequisite: TMU105Y1.

PMU358Y1 Pedagogical Repertoire for Piano 0.33
This course will explore effective methodologies for studio teaching through instructor coaching and weekly student performances, evaluation and demonstration. Choices of repertoire for a range of pedagogical use will include recently published repertoire as well as a survey of other related pedagogical materials relevant to the research on piano pedagogy. Prerequisite: PMU260Y1 or P.I. Staff. Not offered 2010-11.

PMU361Y1 Vocal Pedagogy 0.5
A study of the anatomy and physiology of the voice and the development of an effective methodology for studio teaching through class demonstration and student teaching. Choices of repertoire and a survey of pedagogical literature are included. L. MacDonald. For Voice majors or P.I.

PMU363Y1 Orchestral Studies - Percussion 0.33
Performing survey of standard orchestral repertoire for percussion instruments. Regular class performance. Emphasis on style, technique, interpretation and performance practice. J. Rudolph. For Performance Majors or P.I.

PMU364Y1 World Music Ensemble: African Drumming and Dancing 0.33
See PMU264Y1. Prerequisite: PMU264Y1/ EMU272Y. Not offered 2010-11.

PMU365Y1 World Music Ensemble: Balinese Gamelan 0.33
See PMU265Y1. Prerequisite: PMU265Y1/EMU274Y. Not offered 2010-11.

PMU367Y1 World Music Ensemble: Tabla 0.33
See PMU267Y1. Prerequisite: PMU267Y1/EMU278Y. Not offered 2010-11.

PMU368Y1 World Music Ensemble: Klezmer Ensemble 0.33
See PMU268Y1. Prerequisite: PMU268Y1. Not offered 2010-11.

PMU369Y1 World Music Ensemble: Georgian Vocal Ensemble 0.33
See PMU269Y1. Prerequisite: PMU269Y1/EMU280Y. Not offered 2010-11.

PMU370Y1 World Music Ensemble: Latin-American Percussion Ensemble 0.33
See PMU270Y1. Prerequisite: PMU270Y1. Not offered 2010-11.

PMU371Y1 World Music Ensemble: Japanese Drumming Ensemble 0.33
See PMU271Y1. Prerequisite: PMU271Y1. Not offered 2010-11.

PMU372Y1 World Music Ensemble: Steel Pan 0.33
See PMU272Y1. Prerequisite: PMU272Y1. Not offered 2010-11.

PMU373Y1 Chamber Choir I See PMU173Y1. Cannot be taken simultaneously with PMU392Y1. 0.33

PMU374Y1 Chamber Choir II See PMU174Y1. Cannot be taken simultaneously with PMU392Y1. 0.33

PMU375Y1 University Women’s Chorus See PMU175Y1. 1.0

PMU376Y1 Departmental Literature – Piano 0.33
Survey of selected repertoire. Class performance. TBA. For Performance majors or by P.I.

PMU378Y1 Orchestral Studies – Strings 0.33
Survey of selected repertoire not covered elsewhere in the performance program. P. Widner. Prerequisite: PMU285Y1 or P.I. For Performance majors or by P.I.

PMU379Y1 Orchestral Studies – Winds 0.33
Performing survey of basic orchestral repertoire for wind instruments. Regular performance. Emphasis on intonation, tonal blend, balance and general orchestral technique. H. Hennigar. Prerequisite: PMU285Y1 or P.I. For Performance majors or by P.I.

PMU380Y1 Conducting 0.67*
Principles of baton technique, score study and analysis. Students conduct from full scores of orchestral, orchestral-choral, and opera repertoire. Weekly conducting of piano reductions. I. Taurins, J. Reynolds. Limited enrolment.

PMU382Y1 Contemporary Music Ensemble See PMU182Y1. 0.5 (extra performer 0.17)

PMU383Y1 Guitar Orchestra See PMU183Y1. 1.0

PMU384Y1 Applied Music See PMU184Y1. 0.5

PMU385Y1 Applied Music See PMU185Y1. 1.0

PMU386Y1 Lute See PMU186Y1. Not Offered 2010-11. 0.5

PMU387Y1 Early Music Ensembles See PMU187Y1. 0.33 or 0.67

PMU388Y1 Harpsichord 0.33
Class lessons for Performance organ majors. K. Komisaruk.

PMU390Y1 University of Toronto Wind Ensembles See PMU190Y1. 1.0

PMU391Y1 Chamber Music See PMU191Y1. 0.33

PMU392Y1 MacMillan Singers See PMU192Y1. 1.0

PMU394Y1 Opera 1.67
Introductory studies in operatic performance. Vocal and dramatic coaching and staging. Speech, acting, mime, movement, fencing, eurhythmics, makeup. Selected students may be cast in major productions. Admission by audition.

PMU395Y1 University of Toronto Orchestras See PMU195Y1. 1.0

PMU396Y1 Opera Chorus 1.0
An ensemble performing operatic choral repertoire. Students are required to participate in Opera Division concerts and productions. Four hours of rehearsal are required weekly. Students must be prepared to rehearse up to fifteen hours during the week of production. Attendance at all assigned sessions is required. Admission by audition.

PMU397Y1 Master Chorale See PMU197Y1. 1.0

PMU399Y1 Recital 0.33

PMU401H1 The Business of Music Performance 0.33
A study of the strategies and tools used by performers to refine and realize their career goals. Students develop publicity materials, meet with music industry professionals and investigate a variety of performance career paths. TBA.

PMU405Y1 Instrumental Performance Class See PMU105Y1. 0.33

PMU420H1 Fretboard Harmony 0.33
A course to provide the student with a knowledge of the melodic and harmonic capabilities of the guitar's fingerboard. Scale and interval patterns, chords and cadence types, harmonization of melodies, figures bass and sight-reading. J. McFadden. For Guitar majors or P.I.

PMU425H1 Guitar Pedagogy 0.33
Topics covered will include methods for the beginning student, studies (both pedagogical and concert), technique manuals, practice guides, masterclass teaching, classroom teaching, graded repertoire series, community outreach techniques, and physiological approaches to remedial students. In addition, students will gain practical experience through mock lesson situations. J. McFadden. For Guitar majors or P.I.

PMU436Y1 French Melodie Continuation of PMU336Y1. Prerequisite: PMU336Y1 or P.I. 0.33

PMU439Y1 Oratorio See PMU339Y1. Prerequisite: PMU339Y1. 0.33

PMU440Y1 Lieder 0.33
In-depth study and analysis of Lieder in a master class setting. Singers are required to recite the text and give a description of the poetry, background and musical setting. Knowledge of German vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation is required. One hour. C. Loewen. Prerequisite: PMU135Y1, PMU340Y1, or P.I.

PMU445Y1 Oratorio Ensemble 0.67
This course will focus on the study and performance of solo ensemble repertoire (duets, trios, quartets) from oratorio masterworks of the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. Two hours. D. Edwards Prerequisite: PMU385Y1, PMU285Y1 for Art Diploma Students.

PMU451Y1 Piano – Instrumental Master Class See PMU251Y1. Prerequisite: PMU351Y1, 352Y1. 0.5

PMU452Y1 Piano - Vocal Master Class See PMU252Y1. C. Loewen. Prerequisite: PMU351Y1, 352Y1. 0.5

PMU454Y1 Piano – Instrumental Master Class See PMU354Y1. Prerequisite: P.I. 0.5

PMU455Y1 Piano - Vocal Master Class See PMU355Y1. C. Loewen. 0.5

PMU457Y1 Improvisation – Organ 0.33
Improvisation of larger forms: toccatas, preludes, and fugues. Prerequisite: PMU357Y1.

PMU460Y1 Teaching Methods – Organ 0.33
Study of selected “organ methods” with a view to establishing a philosophy of pedagogy.

PMU463Y1 Orchestral Studies - Percussion 0.33
See PMU363Y1. Prerequisite: PMU363Y1.

PMU473Y1 Chamber Choir I See PMU173Y1. Cannot be taken simultaneously with PMU492Y1. 0.33

PMU474Y1 Chamber Choir II See PMU174Y1. Cannot be taken simultaneously with PMU292Y1. 0.33

PMU475Y1 University Women’s Chorus See PMU175Y1. 1.0

PMU476Y1 Departmental Literature – Piano See PMU376Y1. 0.33

PMU477Y1 Departmental Literature – Organ See PMU377Y1. 0.33

PMU478Y1 Orchestral Studies – Strings See PMU378Y1. 0.33

PMU479Y1 Orchestral Studies – Winds See PMU379Y1. 0.33

PMU480Y1 Conducting 0.67
Continuation of PMU380Y1 with emphasis on score analysis and interpretation. TBA. Prerequisite: PMU380Y1. Limited enrolment

PMU482Y1 Contemporary Music Ensemble See PMU182Y1. 0.5 (extra performer 0.17)

PMU483Y1 Guitar Orchestra See PMU183Y1. 1.0

PMU484Y1 Applied Music See PMU184Y1. 0.5

PMU485Y1 Applied Music See PMU185Y1. 1.0

PMU486Y1 Lute See PMU186Y1. Not offered 2010-11. 0.5

PMU487Y1 Early Music Ensembles See PMU187Y1. 0.67

PMU490Y1 University of Toronto Wind Ensembles See PMU190Y1. 1.0

PMU491Y1 Chamber Music See PMU191Y1. 0.33

PMU492Y1 MacMillan Singers See PMU192Y1. 1.0

PMU494Y1 Opera See PMU394Y1. 1.67

PMU495Y1 University of Toronto Orchestras See PMU195Y1. 1.0

PMU496Y1 Opera Chorus See PMU396Y1 1.0

PMU497Y1 Master Chorale See PMU197Y1. 1.0

PMU499Y1 Recital 0.33


THEORY AND COMPOSITION

TMU105Y1 Keyboard Harmony 0.33
Keyboard skills, corresponding with materials studied in TMU120H1, including scales, chords, harmonization of melodies and score reading. Emphasis on continuo realization. One hour. TBA. For all keyboard majors. Exclusion: TMU107Y1.

TMU107Y1 Keyboard Skills 0.33
Performance of pieces (equivalent to RCM Grade 3); scales, chords and cadences in major and minor keys; harmonization of simple melodies utilizing a variety of accompaniments and style; sight reading of melodies, chorales, and simple two-part pieces. One hour. TBA. Exclusion: TMU105Y1 Incoming students whose major instrument is not keyboard may be granted exemption by passing a test during registration or showing proof of RCM grade 3 piano. Students obtaining advanced standing in TMU107Y1 may enrol in TMU105Y1.

TMU111H1 Introduction to Computer Applications in Music 0.5
Survey of the uses of computers in music. Practical assignments in computer lab. Two hours. D. Patrick. Not offered 2010-2011.

TMU112H1 Introduction to Composition I 0.5
Material to be covered includes notation and preparation of scores and parts; introduction to linear writing in instrumental and vocal textures; motives and their extensions; short, strict forms for 2-3 instruments, based on traditional and contemporary models. Primarily for students with an interest in composition.
TBA. Exclusion: TMU110Y1.

TMU 113H1 Introduction to Composition II 0.5
An extension of the material taught in TMU112H1. G. Kulesha. Exclusion: TMU110Y1.

TMU120H1 Materials of Music Ia 0.67
Basic harmonic materials and their uses, simple modulation; elementary forms; and analysis of 18th- and 19th-century literature combined with the development of aural skills. J. Kruspe/L. Kuzmenko. Four hours.

TMU121H1 Materials of Music Ib 0.67
Continuation of TMU120H1. Prerequisite: TMU120H1

TMU127H1 Musical Acoustics 0.5
Introduction to the acoustical foundations of music. Two hours. D. Patrick.

TMU207H1 Keyboard Harmony 0.5
Advanced work in improvisation, score reading, continuo and analysis. Limited enrolment. Prerequisite: TMU120H1, 121H1, 105Y1. Not offered 2010-2011.

TMU210Y1 Composition* 1.0
Short pieces in 20th-century idioms for one, two and three instruments. Performance an integral part. One hour. For students admitted to Composition as a major concentration. Admission by interview only. Prerequisite: TMU120H1, 121H1, 105Y1/107Y1, TMU110Y1 or TMU112H and TMU113H.
* Part of the course requirement is to have at least one piece performed publicly at the Faculty of Music.

TMU211Y1 Composition 1.0
Similar to TMU210Y1, but for students admitted to Composition as a Minor concentration. One hour. Admission by interview only. Prerequisite: TMU120H1, 121H1, TMU105/107Y1, TMU110Y1 or TMU112H and TMU113H.

TMU212H1 Topics in Composition I 0.5
This course will explore specific areas of compositional technique, with a focus on practical skills. Two hours. G. Kulesha. Prerequisite: TMU110Y1 or TMU112H and TMU113H or P.I.

TMU213H1 Topics in Composition II 0.5
This course will explore specific areas of compositional technique, with a focus on practical skills. Two hours. C. Hatzis. Prerequisite: TMU212H1 or P.I.

TMU220H1 Materials of Music IIa 0.67
Continuation of TMU120H1 & 121H1. Chromatic harmony; larger forms, and analysis of 19th- century literature combined with continued development of aural skills. J. Kruspe/M. Sallmen. Four hours. Prerequisite: TMU120H1, 121H1.

TMU221H1 Materials of Music IIb 0.67
Continuation of TMU220H1. R. McClelland/J Kruspe. Prerequisite: TMU220H1

TMU302H1 Materials of Music III 0.5
Study of selected 20th-century music. Students may be required to perform in class. One hour. Prerequisite: TMU200Y1/ (TMU220H1, 221H1), TMU105Y1/107Y1. Exclusion: TMU303H1. L. Kuzmenko /M. Sallmen.

TMU307H1 Analysis I 0.5
Harmonic, contrapuntal and structural analysis of selected works from Bach to c. 1850. J. Kruspe. Two hours. Prerequisite: TMU220H1, 221H1.
Not offered 2010-2011.

TMU308H1 Analysis II 0.5
Analysis of selected late 19th- and early 20th-century works. Two hours. J. Kruspe. Prerequisite: TMU220H1, 221H1.

TMU310Y1 Composition* 1.0
Continuation of TMU210Y, including extended works for small chamber ensembles. One hour. Prerequisite: TMU220H1, 221H1, 105Y1/107Y1, 210Y1. For Composition majors only.* Part of the course requirement is to have at least one piece performed publicly at the Faculty of Music.

TMU311Y1 Composition 1.0
Continuation of TMU211Y1; similar to TMU310Y1. One hour. For students in the Composition Minor program.

TMU313H1 Introduction to Music Recording 0.5**
An introduction to the theory and practice of music recording. The study of recording environments, equipment and techniques. Two hour class, four hours studio time. D. Patrick. Prerequisite: TMU127H1, TMU111H1 or TMU319H1 or P.I.

TMU314Y1 Orchestration 1.0
A study of the individual capabilities of standard orchestral instruments. Writing and arranging for small groups - strings, brass, woodwinds and percussion. In-class readings of student assignments. Study of selected scores. K. N. Chan.. For composition majors and minors only. Prerequisite: TMU220H1, 221H1.

TMU315H1 Music for Silent Films 0.33**
Introduction to the history of music in the cinema c.1895-1930; preparation of live accompaniments to short films selected for use in courses offered by the Department of Cinema Studies. J. Kruspe. One hour, one term. Admission by audition.

TMU316H1 Counterpoint I 0.5
Practical and analytical study of 18th-century contrapuntal techniques, including species writing, canon and invention. Two hours. A. Rapoport. Prerequisite: TMU121H1.

TMU317H1 Counterpoint II 0.5
Continuation of TMU316H1 including chorale prelude and fugue. Two hours. M. Sallmen. Prerequisite: TMU316H1.

TMU318H1 Counterpoint III 0.5
Study of modal counterpoint; strict species technique and 16th-century procedures in vocal writing. Two hours. A. Rapoport. Prerequisite: TMU121H1 (*If a student plans to study all counterpoint courses, it is recommended to take TMU318H1 first).

TMU319H1 Electroacoustic Music I 0.5
A survey of techniques employed in the composition of electroacoustic music. Two hour class, minimum two hours studio time. D. Patrick. Limited enrolment. Prerequisite: TMU127H1, TMU210Y1/211Y1.

TMU320H1 Electroacoustic Music II 0.5
Advanced topics to include software synthesis, digital signal processing, and algorithmic composition. Two hour class, minimum two hour studio time. Limited enrolment. Pre-requisite:TMU127H1, TMU319H1, TMU210Y1/211Y1 or P.I. Not offered 2010-2011.

TMU325H1 Music for Live Electronics & Performers 0.5
This course will explore the techniques involved in creating and producing mixed media works. Composition students will create an original composition involving instruments and live electronics. Performers will be required to produce and perform a significant mixed media work from the repertoire. There will be a series of assignments designed to familiarize the students in studio technology, and readings in the aesthetics and culture surrounding electroacoustic music. Two hour class, minimum two hour studio time. Limited enrolment. TBA. Prerequisite: TMU110Y1 or PMU285Y1.

TMU400H1 Extended Techniques for Woodwinds 0.5
This course will explore extended techniques for the orchestral woodwind instruments developed during the latter part of the 20th century. Existing literature will be examined and instrumental soloists who have mastered these techniques will be invited to demonstrate them to the students. A number of composing projects will be the course requirements. C. Hatzis. Prerequisite: TMU314Y1

TMU401H1 Introduction to Schenkerian Analysis 0.5
Introduction to Schenker's approach, through analysis of selected compositions and practice in making analytical sketches; selected reading. Two hours. R. McClelland. Prerequisite: TMU200Y1/(TMU220H1, 221H1), 307H1 or P.I.

TMU402H1 Cultural Convergence in Contemporary Composition: A Hands-on Approach 0.5
This course will examine a number of musical traditions outside the confines of western European classical music and its 20th century off-shoot and will attempt a synthesis of these traditions into current contemporary music. Examples of world, jazz and pop music will be examined and analyzed, and composition students will be asked to incorporate materials and structures from these examples into their own compositional language in a series of composition assignments. The course will include an in-depth discussion of creative use versus cultural appropriation and examine examples of successful and unsuccessful cultural convergence in both 20th & 21st century classical music. C. Hatzis. Not offered 2010-2011.

TMU403H1 Introduction to the Theory and Analysis of Serial and Atonal Music 0.5
Introduction to the theory of pitch-class sets and set relations, including an examination of referential collections (scales) and their properties and a study of ordered set relation (serial procedures). Readings from Babbitt, Forte, Perle, Straus and others, and analysis of representative 20th-century compositions. M. Sallmen. Prerequisite: TMU200Y1/ (TMU220H1, 221H1), TMU302H1/303H1.

TMU404H1 Extended Tonal Techniques in Twentieth-Century Music 0.5
An analytical study of the music of Debussy, Bartok, Stravinsky and others. The course will focus on harmony (modes, scales, chords), rhythm, form, and methods of motivic and thematic development. M. Sallmen. Prerequisite: TMU200Y1/ (TMU220H1, 221H1), TMU302H1/303H1.

TMU405H1 Brahms: Symphonies and Chamber Music 0.5
This course will study the four symphonies of Brahms and a large selection of his chamber music (including duo sonatas). Although the course will emphasize analysis of individual works, these analyses cumulatively will reveal distinctive aspects of Brahms's compositional approach. The analytic work will provide an understanding of Brahms's approach to formal organization and the ways it introduces ambiguities/overlaps, his use of metric dissonance and the potential of rhythmic-metric elements to shape the plan of an entire movement, his fascination with continuous development of thematic material, and his complex appropriation of elements from the music of previous composers and styles. R. McClelland. Prerequisite: TMU302/303H1. Not offered 2010-2011.

TMU410Y1 Composition* 1.0
Continuation of TMU310Y1, including writing for orchestra. At least two compositions to be prepared for student performance. One hour. Prerequisite: TMU310Y1. For Composition Majors only. *Part of the course requirement is to have at least one piece performed publicly at the Faculty of Music.

TMU420H1 Composing for Percussion 0.5
The course will examine in detail the use of percussion in contemporary music and what constitutes idiomatic writing for a vast array of lesser-known percussion instruments. Enrolment is open to graduate and upper-year undergraduate composers and to graduate and upper-year undergraduate percussionists who have some composing experience. C. Hatzis. Not offered 2010-2011.

TMU430H1 Composing for Film 0.5
Composing for film will concentrate on technical and aesthetic aspects of writing music for film. Various approaches to film music by well known practitioners in the field. Projects will include creating original music for new films by film students. TBA

TMU431H1 Composing for Film 2 0.5
This is an advanced course, a continuation of TMY430H1 (Composing for Film). The topics covered in this course are: long form cue development; song writing; orchestration for new media; studio score production, recording and conducting; keyboard improvisation and improvisational techniques using mock-ups and film track. Prerequisite: TMU430H1 or P.I. Course Coordinator: TBA.

TMU440H1 The String Quartet in the Twentieth Century 0.5
This course will analyze selected twentieth-century string quartets with emphasis on those of Debussy, Ravel, Schoenberg, Berg Webern, Bartók, Shostakovich and Carter. Course requirements include analysis assignments, short presentations, listening tests and a final paper. R. McClelland. Prerequisite: TMU302H1. Not offered 2010-2011.

TMU499H1 Independent Study 0.5
Available to students in 4th year who have maintained first-class standing in their first three years of study. Permission of the Division Required.



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