1 Carthage Choir 0 credits

The Carthage Choir presents concerts of both anthems and longer works, sings for school and community functions, hosts an annual choral workshop, takes an annual spring tour, and tours in Europe every third J-Term. Membership by individual audition. 0-2 credits


2 Chapel Choir 0 credits
Instructor: P. Dennee

The Chapel Choir is a mixed choral ensemble that regularly sings both sacred and secular music in a variety of venues. Membership by individual audition. 0 or 1 credit.


3 Lincoln Chamber Singers 0 credits
Instructor: P. Dennee

The Lincoln Chamber Singers is a select, small vocal ensemble that performs secular and sacred music of a more intimate nature both on and off-campus. 0 or 1 credit.


4 Small Vocal Ensembles 0 credits

This experience is geared toward individuals or very small groups in order for them to become acquainted with and perform vocal chamber literature with instruments. Enrollment with consent of instructor.


5 Carthage Wind Orchestra 0 credits
Instructor: Ripley

The Carthage Wind Orchestra presents concerts and participates in various campus and community events. Membership by individual audition. 0 - 2 credits.


6 Kenosha Symphony 0 credits
Instructor: Burns

The Kenosha Symphony, a municipal orchestra of amateur and professional musicians, occasionally performs on campus. 0 or 1 credit.


7 Carthage String Orchestra 0 credits
Instructor: D. Schripsema

The Carthage String Orchestra is a chamber ensemble. 0 or 1 credit.


8 Jazz Band 0 credits
Instructor: D. Ness

The Jazz Band is a laboratory ensemble that studies and performs music in various jazz styles, both on and off-campus. Membership by individual audition. 0 or 1 credit.


9 Small Instrumental Ensembles 0 credits
Instructor: Hodges

This experience is geared toward individuals or very small groups in order for them to become acquainted with and perform chamber literature. Enrollment with consent of instructor.


12 Pep Band 0 credits
Instructor: Saucedo

The Pep Band regularly plays at all home football and basketball games. Membership by individual audition.


13 Gospel Messengers 0 credits
Instructor: Tillman-Kemp

The Gospel Messengers perform gospel music.


15 Private Piano 1 credit
Instructor: Livingston, Shapovalov, Rudd, Wallace

16 Keyboard Skills for Music Majors/Minors I 1 credit
Instructor: Livingston

17 Keyboard Skills for Music Majors/Minors II 1 credit
Instructor: Livingston

18 Keyboard Skills for Music Majors/Minors III 1 credit
Instructor: Livingston

19 Keyboard Skills for Music Majors/Minors IV 1 credit
Instructor: Livingston

20 Class Voice 1 credit
Instructor: Haines, C. Ness

21 Class Guitar 1 credit
Instructor: D. Ness

22 Carthage College Masterworks Chorale 1 credit
Instructor: P. Dennee

The Carthage College Masterworks Chorale is comprised of students and community performers.


23 Racine Symphony 0 credits
Instructor: Platt

The Racine Symphony is resident at the college and provides a venue for talented musicians. 0 or 1 credit.


24 Carthage Women's Ensemble 0 credits
Instructor: P. Dennee

The Carthage Women's Ensemble regularly sings both sacred and secular music on and off- campus. Membership by individual audition. 0 or 1 credit.


25 Private Voice 1 credit
Instructor: Berg, Haines, C. Ness, Henninger

45 Private Organ 1 credit

55 Private Instrument 1 credit
Instructor: Staff
A full complement of applied lessons in brass, woodwinds, strings, and percussion.

65 Private Conducting 1 credit
Instructor: Ripley, Staff

70 Music Departmental Recital 0 credits
Instructor: Ripley

Attendance at, and participation in, scheduled music department recitals, studio classes, and the Honors Recital, fulfillment of the required six on-campus and four off-campus concerts per term. Required of all music majors each term and of all music minors during their four semesters of applied study. Music education emphasis majors are exempt during their practice-teaching term.


101 Music Theory I 3 credits
Instructor: M. Petering, W. Hodges

A historical-analytical approach to the study of theory and harmony. Includes music notation, rhythmic analysis, concepts of key and scale, interval quality and inversion, tertian harmony, chord analysis, and non-harmonic tone analysis.

Prerequisite: Prerequisite: passing grade on Music Literacy Assessment.

102 Aural Skills I 1 credit
Instructor: M. Petering, W. Hodges

The development of aural skills, applied to the musical concepts studied in Music Theory I, through sight-singing, rhythmic reading, and melodic and harmonic dictation.

Prerequisite: Taken concurrently with MUSI 101.

103 Music Theory II 3 credits
Instructor: M. Petering, W. Hodges

A continuation of Music Theory I. Includes tonicization and modulation, small melodic forms, binary and ternary forms, and principles of melodic analysis.

Prerequisite: MUSI 101 or consent of the instructor.

104 Aural Skills II 1 credit
Instructor: M. Petering, W. Hodges

A continuation of Aural Skills I, applied to musical concepts studied in Music Theory II.

Prerequisite: MUSI 102 or consent of the instructor.

115 Exploring Music 4 credits
Instructor: Berg, Haines, Hodges, Ripley, Dennee
A basic music appreciation course covering a representative body of Western music from theĀ 18th through theĀ 20th centuries. The course intends to enable students to learn the basic language needed to talk and write about music, to be able to recognize and differentiate the standard styles, structures, and mediums of music, and to appreciate different styles of music in their cultural contexts. (A separate section for music majors only is offered every autumn.)

116 Musicianship Skills in Context 2 credits
Instructor: Staff
A course for music majors that works to build facility in musical communication within and aligned with performance. Students will explore stylistic characteristics of western art music, using that background to develop fundamental skills in music listening, reading, writing and discourse.

117 Music Technology and Industry 2 credits
Instructor: Staff
A course for music majors to explore the range of business applications inherent in the music industry. Certain practical skills in technology such as recording techniques, website development, and other computer-assisted music applications will support a general survey of the current climate for professional musicians.
Prerequisite: MUSI 116

200 A Survey of Symphonic Literature 4 credits
Instructor: Hodges
A study of music for the symphony orchestra from the Classical, Romantic, and 20th century style periods. Depending on class size and ticket availability, it may be possible to attend orchestra concerts or rehearsals in the evening. A background in music is not assumed, since the course will introduce students to basic music terminology and the families of instruments.

201 Music Theory III 3 credits
Instructor: M. Petering

A continuation of Music Theory II. Music Theory III includes a study of the fugue, counterpoint, harmonization, and analysis of larger forms (variation, rondo, sonata).

Prerequisite: MUSI 103 or consent of the instructor.

202 Aural Skills III 1 credit
Instructor: M. Petering

A continuation of Aural Skills II, applied to the musical concepts studied in Music Theory III, with particular emphasis on secondary key areas, modulations, and nineteenth-century harmony.

Prerequisite: MUSI 104 or consent of the instructor.

203 Music Theory IV 3 credits
Instructor: M. Petering

A continuation of Music Theory III. Music Theory IV includes early and late chromaticism, musical form within larger structures, and the extension of traditional tonality with emphasis on twentieth century compositional techniques, including serial music, electronic music, and other avant-garde music.

Prerequisite: MUSI 201 or consent of the instructor.

204 Aural Skills IV 1 credit
Instructor: M. Petering

A continuation of Aural Skills III, applied to musical concepts studied in Music Theory IV and with particular focus on twentieth century melody, harmony, and rhythm.

Prerequisite: MUSI 202 or consent of the instructor.

205 Woodwind Techniques in Schools 1 credit
Instructor: Hodges

A course designed to acquaint the music student with techniques and problems involved in the teaching and performance of woodwind instruments in grades five through twelve.


206 Brass Techniques in Schools 1 credit
Instructor: Ripley

A course designed to acquaint the music student with techniques and problems involved in the teaching and performance of brass instruments in grades five through twelve.


207 Percussion Techniques in Schools 1 credit
Instructor: Ripley

A course designed to acquaint the music student with techniques and problems involved in the teaching and performance of percussion instruments in grades five through twelve.


208 String Techniques in Schools 1 credit
Instructor: Staff

A course designed to acquaint the music student with techniques and problems involved in the teaching and performance of stringed instruments in grades five through twelve.


209 World Music in the Classroom 2 credits
Instructor: K. Barker

A lab experience in the folk, popular, and art music of Western and non-Western cultures, incorporating ethnic and non-Western instruments suitable for classroom use.


213 Jazz Improvisation I 1 credit
Instructor: Staff
Beginning improvisation techniques in a group setting with an emphasis on repertoire, analysis, transcription, and improvisational tools.
Prerequisite: MUSI 102 or consent of instructor

214 Jazz Improvisation II 1 credit
Instructor: Staff
Continuation of techniques and skills introduced in Jazz Improvisation I. Intermediate techniques in a group setting with an emphasis on repertoire, analysis, transcription, and improvisational tools.
Prerequisite: MUSI 213 or consent of instructor

218 Basic Conducting 2 credits
Instructor: Staff
Basic gestures of conducting and basic procedures for leading a musical ensemble to achieve its musical and technical potential.

220 Popular Music in America 4 credits
Instructor: D. Ness, J. Ripley
An appreciation course focusing on the broad range of popular music in America. It presents an overview of popular music and demonstrates how the elements of music—rhythm, melody, instrumentation—apply to the style. The heart of the course is devoted to a survey of American popular music from 1840 to the present as well as related musical styles that influenced its development.

221 Opera 4 credits
Instructor: Berg
Intended for music majors and non-majors, this course is a study in appreciation of the structure and form of opera, ranging from recitative and aria to the people involved, and a brief overview of the historical development and importance of opera. Emphasis is placed on experiencing opera both through recorded example and live performances.

249 Vocal Diction and Literature 4 credits
Instructor: G. Berg

Fundamentals of phonetics and sound production as applied to singing in English, Italian, German, and French. Study of representative vocal literature of each language.


251 Piano Pedagogy and Literature I 2 credits
Instructor: Livingston
Includes basic knowledge of learning theories and their application to piano teaching; communication skills for private and group teaching; curriculum and lesson planning; teaching of practice skills; the fundamentals of developing piano technique; the fundamentals of style and historical performance practice; elements of student preparation for performance; and an introduction to the business of piano teaching (set-up and operation of a studio, selecting materials and equipment, strategies for marketing and publicity). The focus of pre-collegiate literature in this term is on the beginning piano method.

252 Piano Pedagogy and Literature II 2 credits
Instructor: Livingston

Continues development of topics described in Piano Pedagogy and Literature I; also includes the acquisition of bibliographic information and the importance of continuing education and ongoing professional development. The focus of pre-collegiate literature in this term is intermediate and early advanced repertoire.


262 Music Theater Workshop 0,1 or 2 credits
Instructor: C. Ness

This course for the singer-actor provides formal and informal venues to develop Music Theater skills: character development and portrayal, scene study, and audition skills. The laboratory format allows students to learn from the instructor as well as each other as they cover varied repertory. The course culminates in a performance at the end of each term.

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor required.

300 Opera Production 4 credits

The study and application of the various facets involved in opera production: scenes from the operatic repertoire and/or full-scale operas will be studied and performed. May be repeated.

Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor.

301 Seminar in Form and Analysis 2 credits
Instructor: Hodges

Advanced formal and stylistic analysis of selected major works from the Baroque to the present.

Prerequisite: MUSI 201 or consent of the instructor.

304 Hymnology 2 credits

A study of hymns and psalms in Christian worship from an historical perspective as well as a survey of contemporary hymns and performance practices.

Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor.

305 Music History I 4 credits
Instructor: D. Shapolavov

Survey of Western music from the Christian era through the early Viennese Classical period (Haydn and Mozart).


306 Music History II 4 credits
Instructor: D. Shapovalov

Survey of Western music from Beethoven to 1900.


307 Music History III 4 credits
Instructor: D. Shapovalov

Survey of Western music from 1900 to the present.


308 Liturgics 2 credits

The study of Christian liturgics from an historical perspective as well as an overview of contemporary practice.

Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor.

309 The Church Music Program 2 credits

The philosophy and materials of music in worship. This includes strategies for implementing good church music programs, planning weekly services, choosing music for liturgical and non-liturgical services, programs and concerts with and without choir, and purchasing and maintaining instruments.

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

310 Instrumental Conducting and Techniques 2 credits
Instructor: Ripley

Basic gestures of conducting and basic procedures for training an instrumental ensemble to achieve its musical and technical potential.

Prerequisite: Music 101 or consent of the instructor.

311 Choral Conducting and Techniques 2 credits
Instructor: P. Dennee

Basic gestures of conducting and basic procedures for training a choral ensemble to achieve its musical and technical potential.

Prerequisite: Music 101 or consent of the instructor.

312 Orchestration 2 credits
Instructor: Ripley

The study of instrumental timbres and idioms. Scoring and arranging for various ensembles with performance whenever possible.

Prerequisite: Music 101 and 102.

313 Choral Literature 2 credits
Instructor: P. Dennee

Survey of choral literature of all eras, for all voices, and of all types— major works and short pieces, sacred and secular, accompanied and unaccompanied.


314 Learning About Instruments 1 credit
Instructor: Staff

A lab course designed for music students in the general and choral music education emphases that will provide the background for teaching about instrument in the elementary general music classroom. By means of hands-on experiences, students will gain competencies with the four basic families of instruments.


315 Service Playing and Improvisation I 1 credit

The first term of a two-term study of service playing techniques, learning to lead the congregation in the music of worship services.

Prerequisite: Two terms of applied organ study.

316 Service Playing and Improvisation II 1 credit

The second term of a two-term study of service playing techniques, learning to lead the congregation in the music of worship services.

Prerequisite: MUSI 315.

317 Jazz Arranging I 2 credits
Instructor: Staff
Exploration of scoring techniques for jazz and popular ensembles with an emphasis on writing arrangements for smaller ensembles.
Prerequisite: MUSI 202 or consent of instructor

318 Jazz Arranging II 2 credits
Instructor: Staff
Advanced scoring techniques for jazz and popular ensembles with an emphasis on writing arrangements for larger ensembles.
Prerequisite: MUSI 317 or consent of instructor

320 Field Experience 0 credits
Instructor: Ripley

Each student is assigned to a specific school. The central feature of the field experience is the opportunity it affords to explore the relationship between professional academic courses and the future teaching experience. Placements require faculty supervision and regular meetings between the student and the supervising faculty member. The student should obtain the Field Experience Handbook from the Education Department and comply with the regulations stated in the handbook.


340 Music Theater History 4 credits
Instructor: C. Ness

An exploration of how drama, art, movement, and music combine into the "spectacular" form of Music Theater. Students survey and study a variety of works from Music Theater's operatic beginnings through present day "patchwork" rock shows. We will attend at least four live productions. Ticket fee.


351 Practicum in Piano Pedagogy 1 credit
Instructor: J. Livingston

Includes observation of group and private teaching by experienced teachers, practice teaching lessons with two students (one beginner and one with some prior training) under the supervision of a pedagogy instructor and with peer/teacher evaluation, critique, and commentary of lessons through audio and video taping. May be repeated once.


400 Seminar 4 credits
Instructor: Staff

An intensive study of a selected topic or period in music with occasional reports and a final seminar paper.

Prerequisite: Consent of the department chairperson and the instructor.

403 Practicum in Church Music 1 credit

The Practicum in Church Music in the church music emphasis is comparable to student teaching in the education curriculum. It offers the student an opportunity to experience church music work first-hand, supervised by a member of the music faculty. The student interns at a local church, possibly working with the staff church musician there, or at one of the many churches in the area needing a church musician. The faculty member observes, oversees, and guides the student.

Prerequisite: MUSI 316, MUSI 311, MUSI 304, MUSI 309 or consent of instructor.

410 Piano Literature 4 credits
Instructor: J. Livingston

This course is an historical survey of piano literature from the late Baroque through the twentieth century. It is intended for music majors who are piano students and for any other students who have substantial background and skills in piano performance. Representative literature of each composer and style period will be studied so that students may gain a comprehensive foundation of structural, stylistic, and technical points.


420 Instrumental Music Methods 3 credits
Instructor: Ripley

An overview of learning theory, teaching techniques, educational and aesthetic philosophy, organizational skills, band and instrumental materials, organization of various ensembles, budgeting and financing, and sources of information.


421 Elementary Music Methods 3 credits
Instructor: K. Barker

The philosophy, content, and methods requisite to the music specialist in the elementary school. Evaluation of materials and development of effective teaching methods.


422 Middle and Secondary Music Methods 3 credits
Instructor: P. Dennee

The philosophy, content, and methods requisite to the choral and general music teacher at the middle and secondary level.


471 Topics in Music 1-4 credits
Instructor: Staff

Possible topics include Pedagogy (vocal or instrumental), Piano Plus (chamber music, accompanying, and/or arranged two-piano literature), and Composition (with consent of instructor).


1 Carthage Choir
2 Chapel Choir
3 Lincoln Chamber Singers
4 Small Vocal Ensembles
5 Carthage Wind Orchestra
6 Kenosha Symphony
7 Carthage String Orchestra
8 Jazz Band
9 Small Instrumental Ensembles
12 Pep Band
13 Gospel Messengers
15 Private Piano
16 Keyboard Skills for Music Majors/Minors I
17 Keyboard Skills for Music Majors/Minors II
18 Keyboard Skills for Music Majors/Minors III
19 Keyboard Skills for Music Majors/Minors IV
20 Class Voice
21 Class Guitar
22 Carthage College Masterworks Chorale
23 Racine Symphony
24 Carthage Women's Ensemble
25 Private Voice
45 Private Organ
55 Private Instrument
65 Private Conducting
70 Music Departmental Recital
101 Music Theory I
102 Aural Skills I
103 Music Theory II
104 Aural Skills II
115 Exploring Music
116 Musicianship Skills in Context
117 Music Technology and Industry
200 A Survey of Symphonic Literature
201 Music Theory III
202 Aural Skills III
203 Music Theory IV
204 Aural Skills IV
205 Woodwind Techniques in Schools
206 Brass Techniques in Schools
207 Percussion Techniques in Schools
208 String Techniques in Schools
209 World Music in the Classroom
213 Jazz Improvisation I
214 Jazz Improvisation II
218 Basic Conducting
220 Popular Music in America
221 Opera
249 Vocal Diction and Literature
251 Piano Pedagogy and Literature I
252 Piano Pedagogy and Literature II
262 Music Theater Workshop
300 Opera Production
301 Seminar in Form and Analysis
304 Hymnology
305 Music History I
306 Music History II
307 Music History III
308 Liturgics
309 The Church Music Program
310 Instrumental Conducting and Techniques
311 Choral Conducting and Techniques
312 Orchestration
313 Choral Literature
314 Learning About Instruments
315 Service Playing and Improvisation I
316 Service Playing and Improvisation II
317 Jazz Arranging I
318 Jazz Arranging II
320 Field Experience
340 Music Theater History
351 Practicum in Piano Pedagogy
400 Seminar
403 Practicum in Church Music
410 Piano Literature
420 Instrumental Music Methods
421 Elementary Music Methods
422 Middle and Secondary Music Methods
471 Topics in Music