Theory-Composition: Theory Thesis

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The theory-composition track within the Master of Music is designed to further develop the creative and analytical skills of students who wish to pursue careers in academia and the professional world. Students may choose to emphasize theory, composition or both. Students entering this degree should have an undergraduate degree in music. All three concentrations within this degree track are available both on campus and online.

Composition

Three hours of:

MUTC 5329 - Applied Composition Credit(s): 3

Applied Ensemble

Two hours from:

MUAP 5109 - Applied Instruction Credit(s): 1
MUAP 5219 - Applied Instruction Credit(s): 2
MUEN 5133 - University Choirs Credit(s): 1
MUEN 5134 - Orchestra Credit(s): 1
MUEN 5135 - University Bands Credit(s): 1

Additional Theory

Nine hours from:

MUTC 5362 - Theory Pedagogy Credit(s): 3
MUTC 5363 - Orchestration Credit(s): 3
MUTC 5364 - Post-tonal Analysis Credit(s): 3
MUTC 5365 - Schenkerian Theory Credit(s): 3
MUSI 5175 - Advanced Graduate Studies Credit(s): 1-3
MUSI 5178 - Seminar Credit(s): 1-3
MUTC 5366 - Readings in Music Theory Credit(s): 3

Music Electives

One credit hour of Music Electives from MHL, MTC, MUE, MUS or MUP prefixes.