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• MUSC U111Z: Applied Music in Songwriting

  1.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Individual study in songwriting requiring weekly 30-minute lessons for twelve weeks and an additional four hours per week of study. PLEASE NOTE: Students who withdraw from this course will not receive a tuition or fee reimbursement or refund. Prerequisite: MUSC U115.
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• MUSC U115: Comm Msc Thry & Aural Skills I

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Music fundamentals review and an introduction to basic music theory concepts such as seventh chords, harmonic progressions and part writing, phrases, and simple syncopation, with related ear training and keyboard skills. The repertoire includes classical and commercial styles. Prerequisite: MUSC U101 or successful completion of the Music Theory placement exam; and MUSC U102 or successful completion of the Aural Skill placement exam; or consent of instructor.
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• MUSC U115L: Commercial Musicianship I Lab

  1.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Basic music theory and aural skills applied to piano, notation software, and other music technology. Prerequisite: MUSC U155 or consent of instructor. Corequisite: MUSC U115 or consent of instructor.
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• MUSC U116: Com. Music Thry/Aural Skill II

  3.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Basic and intermediate-level music theory topics such as diatonic progressions, non-chord tones, syncopation, triplets, and an introduction to chromatic harmony, with related musicianship skills (e.g., sight-reading, ear training) also applied to the student's primary instrument. Concurrent enrollment in applied lessons and an ensemble is highly recommended. The repertoire includes classical and commercial styles. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in MUSC U115 and MUSC U115L; or consent of instructor. Corequisite: MUSC U116L or consent of instructor.
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• MUSC U116L: Commercial Musicianship II Lab

  1.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Basic and intermediate-level music theory and aural skills applied to piano, notation software, and other music technology. Prerequisite: MUSC U115L and MUSC U155; or consent of instructor. Corequisite: MUSC U116 or consent of instructor.
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• MUSC U126: Vocal Jazz Ensemble

  1.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Performance and instruction in the vocal jazz idiom. Rehearsals, clinics, and performances are designed to increase the students knowledge of the jazz language. Auditions may be required. May be repeated for additional credit. Prerequisite: Basic music reading skills and performance ability to commensurate with music to be performed.
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• MUSC U127: Jazz Combo

  1.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Rehearsal and performance of jazz literature in a small ensemble setting. May be repeated for additional credit. Prerequisite: Basic music reading skills and performance ability commensurate with music to be performed.
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• MUSC U128: Gospel Music Workshop

  1.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  The directed performance of traditional and contemporary gospel music. No audition or prior experience is necessary.
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• MUSC U129: Upstate Vocal Ensemble

  1.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Rehearsal and performance of choral literature that is representative of various musical styles including contemporary choral, jazz, pop, rock, musical theatre and classical. Students will study works for mixed choir, men's choir and women's choir. May be repeated for additional credit.
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• MUSC U131: Guitar Ensemble

  1.00 Credits

  University of South Carolina-Upstate

  
  Rehearsal and performance of guitar ensemble literature including jazz, pop, and classical genres. Students gain experience through rehearsals, clinics, and live performance. Students must provide their own instruments. May be repeated for additional credit. Prerequisite: Basic music reading skills and performance ability commensurate with music to be performed.
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