Music

Applied Music Courses

(Not private lessons, which have the MUA designation)

Please note that the frequency of course offerings is subject to change without notice, because of changes in faculty availability, sabbaticals and leaves, and other circumstances. Please consult the latest Schedule of Classes (and supplement) and/or the Department Chairperson to determine if a course will be offered during a certain term or year, especially if Progress Toward Graduation is a factor.

Class Schedule

Fees for Applied Music Courses
Applied Music fees of $20 per term have been established for practice-room use, instrument rental, and general maintenance, such as tuning and repair of instruments. Some courses have additional fees applied to them, as indicated below. There is no fee for lessons.

MUS 100

Class Piano

Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms

Designed for the College student who has had little or no formal keyboard instruction. Emphasis on reading and music fundamentals, and functional use of the piano. Two periods per week. Course Fee: $10 per term

1/4 Course

MUS 102

Class Recorder

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow

An introduction to playing the recorder. Designed for the College student who has little or no formal instrumental instruction. Emphasis will be placed on the fundamentals of music reading as well as the functional use of the recorder. Open to non-Music majors. Two periods per week. Course fee: $10 per term.

1/4 Course

MUS 103

Class Voice

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

Offered: Typically annually (next offered Fall 2007)

First year of vocal study; open to all Berea College students. The class will meet as a whole two hours per week. In addition, students will be divided into smaller groups to rehearse with an accompanist. Some individual practice also is required. All students will have an opportunity to perform at the weekly performance class. Course Fee: $10 per term.

1/4 Course