Music Theory and Composition Track

Requirements for the Major in Music - Music Theory and Composition Track

The major requires successful completion of the following:

Course Requirements
MUSC 111Episodes in “Classical” Music: Origins, Evolution, Crisis4
or MUSC 211 Song, Symphony, Stage: Music in Western Civilization
MUSC 260Theory and Musicianship for the Twenty-First Century – Intermediate4
Select two semester hours of applied music (attribute MUAP) 12
Select four semester hours of large ensembles, chamber ensembles, or both (attribute MUEN) 24
MUSC 313From Ragtime to Radiohead: Music in the Era of Recordings4
MUSC 360Theory and Musicianship for the Twenty-First Century – Advanced4
MUSC 460Composition and Orchestration: Various Topics4
Select four additional music courses in composition or theory (attribute MUTC)16
Total Semester Hours42
Additional Requirements
A comprehensive exercise is required 3
1

Applied instruction is normally offered in piano (classical and jazz), organ, carillon, voice, violin, viola, cello, bass, flute, oboe, trumpet, trombone, percussion, drum kit, and guitar.

2

Membership in the University Choir and other performance ensembles is open to all qualified students. Ensemble participation earns one hour of course credit for each semester of participation.

3

All majors must pass a comprehensive examination on the history and theory of music.

Honors

Students seeking departmental honors must achieve at least a 3.25 average in music courses, contribute to the musical life of Sewanee, and complete a research thesis, scholarly project, or performance deemed worthy of honors by the music faculty. Students seeking performance track honors will take MUSC 470.