Music, Minor

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Program Description

A Minor in Music offers introductory studies in musicianship and performance, including theory, aural skills, private instruction, and ensemble participation.

Matriculation Requirements

1. Admitted to a bachelor degree program at UVU.
2. Pass performance audition and interview with music faculty.
3. Complete music theory diagnostic exam.

Program Requirements

Course List

Code	Title	Credit Hours
Total Credit Hours		18
Discipline Core Requirements		18 Credits
Complete the following:
Students who don't earn at least 80% on the music department theory diagnostic test must complete MUSC 1105 before MUSC 1110.
MUSC 1110	Music Theory I	3
MUSC 1130	Aural Skills I	1
Complete 4 credits from the following:		4
MUSC 1450R	Private Lessons I (1)
MUSC 2450R	Private Lessons II (1)
MUSC 2500R	Private Lessons for Music Majors (1)
Six additional credit hours of music courses		6
Complete 4 credits from the following:		4
MUSC 1240R	UVU Concert Choir (1)
MUSC 1250R	University Band (1)
MUSC 3060R	Advanced Keyboard Skills (1)
MUSC 3220R	Chamber Choir (1)
MUSC 3270R	Deep Green-Tenor/Bass Choir (1)
MUSC 3280R	Emerald Singers-Soprano/Alto Choir (1)
MUSC 3300R	Wind Symphony (1)
MUSC 3310R	Percussion Ensemble (1)
MUSC 3320R	Jazz Orchestra (1)
MUSC 3330R	Small Jazz and Commercial Ensembles (1)
MUSC 3340R	Pep Band (1)
MUSC 3700R	Symphony Orchestra (1)
MUSC 3720R	Chamber Orchestra (1)
MUSC 3730R	Advanced Small Ensembles (1)
MUSC 4230R	Opera Workshop (1)

Graduation Requirements

1. All MUSC courses require a C grade or higher

Graduation Plan

This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.

Plan of Study Grid

First Year
Semester 1		Credit Hours
MUSC 1110	Music Theory I	3
MUSC 1130	Aural Skills I	1
MUSC 1450R	Private Lessons I	1
or MUSC 2450R
or MUSC 2500R
Large Ensemble		1
	Credit Hours	6
Semester 2
MUSC 1450R	Private Lessons I	1
or MUSC 2450R
or MUSC 2500R
MUSC Elective		2
Large Ensemble		1
	Credit Hours	4
Second Year
Semester 3
MUSC 1450R	Private Lessons I	1
or MUSC 2450R
or MUSC 2500R
MUSC Elective		2
Large Ensemble		1
	Credit Hours	4
Semester 4
MUSC 1450R	Private Lessons I	1
or MUSC 2450R
or MUSC 2500R
MUSC Elective		2
Large Ensemble		1
	Credit Hours	4
	Total Credit Hours	18

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Analyze the elements, forms, and processes in music.
2. Evaluate the elements, forms, and processes in music.
3. Develop musical judgements and self-assess their efforts.
4. Defend musical judgements.
5. Perform associated repertoire with technical proficiency and artistic expression on their instrument or voice.
6. Use collaboration skills in making music.