Department of
Academic Studies in Music
Course Descriptions
Commercial Music Courses (MUC)
MUC 2160. Introduction to Writing a Popular Song (3). Instruction and guidance in the creation of songs in various popular styles, including the commercial jingle. Designed for students in majors other than music.
MUC 2610. Guitar Mechanics (1). Students will learn the mechanics of the guitar (both acoustic and electric) for the purpose of maintaining and servicing the physical aspects of the instrument. The principles of string suspension, fret geometry, construction, and analysis of other guitar components will be taught and reviewed.
MUC 3170. Studio Instrumentalist (3). Prerequisite: MUT 1320. The study of musical and technical knowledge and skills needed by the performing studio instrumentalist, including sessions in all styles of commercial music in the Ocean Way Studio. ($30.00 course fee)
MUC 3180. Studio Singers (3). Prerequisite: MBA 3060, or permission of instructor. The study of musical and technical knowledge and skills needed by the professional studio singer, including sessions in the Belmont Studio. ($30.00 course fee)
MUC 3400. Composing Music for Media (3). Prerequisite: MUK 2210 or permission of instructor. Introduction to composing, arranging, and orchestrating music for film and various other forms of media. Emphasis will be placed on compositional techniques, the logistics of incorporating the use of a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation), and artist considerations of music in a supporting role.
MUC 4990. Independent Studies in Commercial Music (1-3). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Opportunity for upper-level music students to pursue a special area of interest under faculty supervision. May be repeated.
Music Education Courses (MUE)
MUE 2210. Brass Methods (1). A study of brass instruments to acquaint students with basic techniques and pedagogical principals. ($90.00 course fee)
MUE 2220. Woodwind Methods (1). A study of woodwind instruments (clarinet and saxophone) to acquaint students with basic techniques and pedagogical principles. ($90.00 course fee)
MUE 2230. Introduction to Music Education (3). An introduction to the field of music education including an overview of music teaching at all levels (pre-school through grade 12) and in all areas (general, choral, instrumental). Among the issues examined are assessment, music in special education, history and philosophy of music education, and advocacy. Class components also include micro-teaching experiences as well as observations in area music classrooms.
MUE 2240. Guitar Methods (1). A study of basic guitar techniques with an emphasis on basic accompaniment styles. The course will explore implications of utilizing guitar in K-12 music education and/or in music therapy settings. Students provide their own guitar. ($90.00 course fee)
MUE 2245. Guitar Methods II (1). Prerequisite: MUE 2240 or permission of instructor. Continued study of basic guitar techniques with an emphasis on basic accompaniment styles. The course will continue to emphasize the utilization of folk guitar in music therapy settings including song leading with guitar. Students provide their own guitar.
MUE 2250. World Percussion Methods (1). A study of world percussion instruments and the basic techniques and pedagogical principles of using these instruments in K-12 music classes and ensemble as well as in music therapy settings. The class will also explore the cultural origins and context of these instruments. ($90.00 course fee)
MUE 3210. String Methods (1). A study of string instruments to acquaint students with basic techniques and pedagogical principles. ($90.00 course fee)
MUE 3310. Introduction to Orff Pedagogy (2). Prerequisites: MUT 1310 and 1330 or permission of instructor. Course content introduces basic concepts of Orff music education pedagogical practices, and provides extensive experience-based learning that develops basic skills in improvisation, movement, recorder, and the synthesis of music and movement through elemental styles/literature of global cultures. The course is required in the curriculum for music therapy majors and is a recommended elective for music education majors.
MUE 3220. Percussion Methods (1). A study of percussion instruments to acquaint students with basic techniques and pedagogical principles. ($90.00 course fee)
MUE 3230. Basic Conducting Techniques (3). Prerequisites: MUT 1320, MUT 1340. The study of a basic set of physical and musical skills vital to the practice of the conductor.
MUE 3240. Choral Conducting (3). Prerequisite: MUE 3230.The application of the basic techniques of conducting to the specific area of choral work and a survey of materials for various types of choral groups. This course is taken concurrently with MUE 3270 Conducting Lab.
MUE 3250. Marching Band Methods (1). An overview of the pedagogical and administrative components of the high school marching band. The course emphasizes marching band rehearsal techniques, computer assisted drill writing, the application of pedagogical skills to the marching band, and techniques leading to superior performing ensemble that supports the basic musical objectives of a quality band program. ($90.00 course fee)
MUE 3260. Instrumental Conducting (3). Prerequisite: MUE 3230. The application of the basic techniques of conducting to the specific area of instrumental work and a survey of materials for various types instrumental groups.
MUE 3270. Conducting Lab (0).This lab is taken concurrently with MUE 3240 Choral Conducting, providing a laboratory choral group for the conducting class.
MUE 3290. Woodwind Methods II (1). A study of woodwind instruments (flute and double reeds) to acquaint students with basic techniques and pedagogical principles. ($90.00 course fee)
MUE 4200. Student Teaching Seminar (0). A seminar dealing with practical and philosophical issues in current music education. Content of this course grows out of the student-teaching experience, MUE 4400, which is taken concurrently. The seminar meets once each week.
MUE 4210. Elementary School Music Methods (2). Recommended Prerequisite: MUE 2230. A course designed to acquaint the music specialist with the content, methodology, and materials of an elementary school music curriculum. Required of all Music Education majors. Lab required involving classroom observations and introduction to classroom instruments including pitched and unpitched percussion, recorder, and fretted instruments.
MUE 4220. Middle School Music Methods (2). Recommended prerequisite: MUE 2230. Materials and methods for the organization and implementation of a comprehensive music program in the middle school or junior high school.
MUE 4230. Secondary Instrumental Music Methods (2). Recommended Prerequisites: MUE 2230, 3230, 3260, and 4220. Materials and methods for the organization, development, and implementation of a comprehensive secondary instrumental program, including traditional and contemporary ensembles.
MUE 4250. Psychology of Music (3). The study of the psychological basis of music in its performance and structures including theories of hearing and learning music, tests of musicality, the effect of music on audiences and programming strategies.
MUE 4260. Secondary Choral Music Methods (2). Recommended Prerequisites: MUE 2230, 3230, 3240, and 4220. Materials and methods for the organization, development, and implementation of a comprehensive secondary school choral program, including both traditional and contemporary ensembles.
MUE 4400. Student Teaching in Music (8). A laboratory course giving student teacher experience in music education. This full-semester course allows for teaching experience on both elementary and secondary levels with either an instrumental or vocal emphasis. This course is taken concurrently with MUE 4200, Student Teaching Seminar. ($400.00 course fee)
MUE 4990. Independent Studies in Music Education (1-3). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Opportunity for upper-level music students to pursue a special area of interest under faculty supervision. May be repeated.
General Requirements (MUG)
MUG 4015. Senior Capstone in Music (1-3). Prerequisite: Senior standing and approval of academic advisor. To be taken in the final year of residence before graduation. This course is designed to provide a culminating experience for music majors, and address the integration of the major with the BELL Core curriculum. Activities are designed to allow students to reflect on their own professional development, explore the role of music in society, synthesize and expand their knowledge of music history and theory, apply their broadening understanding of music by writing about their own repertory, performance area, and/or career path. Among the activities in this course, students will read and write about music and culture, listen to and analyze music, attend guest lectures, create a CV or other professional material, and create and present a final project or showcase.
Music History and Literature Courses (MUH/MUL)
MUH 1200. Introduction to Music: History, Style and Culture (3). Prerequisites: MUT 1300, MUT 1310, co-enrollment in MUT 1310, or permission of instructor. An introduction to Western art music through a chronological survey of styles, genres, and composers and through the comparative study of various non-Western musical practices. Emphasis will be placed on introducing students to listening techniques, terminology, researching, writing and critically thinking about music and its place in the web of culture.
MUH 2000. The Musical Experience (3). An introduction to experiencing and understanding our heritage of music through a study of musical style and music from a variety of periods and cultures. Emphasis will be placed on listening techniques. Students should gain a heightened appreciation for the beauty, variety and complexity of music which will enable them to more fully experience music in today’s culture.
MUH 2010. Popular Music Experience (3). An introductory survey of popular music. Emphasis will be placed on studying the history and evolution of genres from Tin Pan Alley to contemporary Rock styles. This course will also address socio-critical issues including the role of race, gender and religion in the evolution of popular music, the global impact of American popular music in non-Western societies, and the influence of technology on the creation and consumption of popular music.
MUH 2020. World Music Experience (3). This course is an introductory survey of world music cultures. Emphasis will be placed on understanding various indigenous and ethnic musical practices from around the globe and as they exist in America. This course will also address various socio-political issues such as the politics of globalization and musical hybrity.
MUH 2140. The Arts for Education: Appreciation and Application (4). A broad overview of the music and visual art designed for students who plan to work as educators in schools, churches, and other community agencies. (Required of all non-music licensure students to meet the BELL core fine arts requirement.) ($50.00 course fee)
MUH 2160. Music for Education: Appreciation and Application (2).This course provides a broad overview of music for students who plan to work as educators in schools, churches, and other community agencies. Satisfies the music component of MUH 2140 for students who have completed ART 2000. ($20.00 course fee)
MUH 2200. History of Western Music: 1700 - Present (3). Prerequisite: MUH 1200. This course will focus on genres, styles, and composers of the late Baroque (Bach and Handel) through the present day. Emphasis will be placed on directed listening, score study, terminology, research and writing about music and the various political, cultural and social factors that influenced music during this period.
MUH 3110. Studies in Early Music (3). Prerequisites: MUH 2110, MUH 2120. An in-depth study of musical style, form, and composers of the Middle Ages and Renaissance.
MUH 3120. Studies in Baroque and Classical Music (3). Prerequisites: MUH 2110, MUH 2120. An in-depth study of musical style, form, and composers of the Baroque and Classical Eras.
MUH 3130. Studies in Nineteenth-Century Music (3). Prerequisites: MUH 2110, MUH 2120. An in-depth study of musical style, form and composers of the Romantic Era.
MUH 3140. Studies in Music Since 1900 (3). Prerequisites: MUH 2110, MUH 2120. An in-depth look at the development of classical music from 1900 to the present.
MUH 3200. History of Western Music: Ancient - 1700 (3). Prerequisites: MUH 1200, MUH 2200. This course will focus on genres, styles, and composers of music from Ancient Greece through the Baroque era. Emphasis will be placed on directed listening, score study, terminology, research and writing about music and the various political, cultural and social factors that influenced music during this period.
MUH 3210. Evolution of the Popular Song (3). Prerequisite: MUH 1200, MUH 2000 or permission of instructor. This course is a history of the evolution of the popular song in Western society. Influential songs and songwriting styles from late nineteenth century to contemporary will be surveyed and analyzed with emphasis placed on how various aspects of, and approaches to, songwriting (including formal and lyrical content) have reflected and influenced society and culture.
MUH 4110. History of Commercial Music (3). Prerequisites: MUH 1200 and MUH 2200 or permission of instructor. The study of commercial music through the sentimental ballad and popular song, including music industry development and the socio-musical influence of the commercial song.
MUH 4130. History of Musical Theatre (3). Prerequisite: MUT 1310. This course will review the history of musical theatre from its European beginnings to current activities in America and Britain.
MUH 4210. Music History Seminar (3). Prerequisites: MUH 1200, 2200, 3200. A series of in-depth topical seminars for advanced undergraduate music students which will cover a wide range of periods, composers, and musical genres.
MUH 4990. Independent Studies in Music History and Literature (1-3). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Opportunity for upper-level music students to pursue a special area of interest under faculty supervision. May be repeated.
Music Technology Courses (MUK)
MUK 1110. Introduction to Digital Musicianship (1). A basic introduction to various music technology applications, including basic synthesizer operations, basic concepts of MIDI and audio, computer-assisted music notation, and basic MIDI and audio sequencing. Basic keyboard playing skills are required. ($90.00 course fee)
MUK 2180. Computer Assisted Music Notation (3). Prerequisites: MUT 1310 and MUK 1110 or permission of instructor. Techniques of music manuscript preparation for professional performance, including vocal and instrumental scores for studio recordings, printed educational music, live performance and lead sheet preparation. Includes both music calligraphy and notation by computer.
MUK 2150. Introduction to Sound Synthesis (1). Prerequisite: MUK 2210 or permission of instructor. Instruction in manipulating and navigating hardware and software based sound synthesizers. The course will concentrate on functions and components used within a synthesizer (oscillators, filters, envelop generators, etc.) as well as techniques used to generate synthesized sounds (e.g., analog, FM, granular and sample synthesis).
MUK 2210. Digital Musicianship I (3). Prerequisite: MUK 1110 or permission of instructor. A practical study of DAW (Digital Audio Workstation)-based music productions. Includes the use of synthesizers, computers, music related software, and various hardware devices that are utilized in producing digital music. Emphasis will be on understanding the basics of recording/sequencing, editing, and playback of MIDI data and digital audio. The musicianship principals of composition, orchestration, and arranging are incorporated into the course study.
MUK 2220. Digital Musicianship II (3). Prerequisite: MUK 2210 or permission of instructor. An advanced study of DAW (Digital Audio Workstation)-based music productions. This course is an extension of MUK 2210. Additional technologies will be introduced along with a focus on advanced project productions and musical aesthetics of DAW-based music.
MUK 4110. Advanced Computer Productions I (1). Prerequisite: MUK 2210 or permission of instructor. Individual weekly study with an instructor focusing on increasing skills in the operation of a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). Emphasis will be placed on mastering MIDI, some synthesizer programming, sequencing, and arranging techniques. Both technical and aesthetic aspects will be explored. Study will be tailored to the experience, abilities, and creative goals of the student. Each student registered for the course meets for 25 minutes per week in private study with the instructor. ($150 course fee)
MUK 4120. Advanced Computer Productions II (1). Prerequisite: MUK 4110. Individual weekly study with an instructor focusing on increasing skills in the operation of a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). Emphasis will be placed on mastering MIDI, some synthesizer programming, sequencing, and arranging techniques. Both technical and aesthetic aspects will be explored. Study will be tailored to the experience, abilities, and creative goals of the student. The course is a continuation of MUK 4110. Each student registered for the course meets for 25 minutes per week in private study with the instructor. ($150 course fee)
Piano Pedagogy Courses (MUP)
MUP 3450. Piano Pedagogy and Literature for Beginners (3, odd years). A survey of materials and methods of teaching beginning piano students.
MUP 3460. Piano Pedagogy and Literature for Intermediates (3, odd years). A survey of materials and methods of teaching intermediate-level piano students.
MUP 3490. Accompanying (2, even years). A study of the principles and philosophy of accompanying along with supervised experiences.
MUP 4450. Supervised Piano Teaching (2). Teaching of beginning and intermediate-level students under the supervision of a faculty member. May be repeated for additional credit.
MUP 4470. Group Piano Pedagogy (2, even years). The study of the philosophy, organization, and curriculum for group piano studies as a part of the private piano studio.
Church Music Courses (MUR)
MUR 3410. Church Music Education for Children (3, odd years). A study of philosophy, organization and implementation of the church's music program for children, preschool through grade 6.
MUR 3420. Church Music Education for Youth and Adults (3, odd years). A study of philosophy, organization, and implementation of the church's music program for youth and adults, utilizing both traditional and contemporary styles.
MUR 3430. Using Instruments and Media in Worship (1). An introduction to a wide variety of instruments and media technology utilized in the church music ministry.
MUR 4410. Foundations of Church Music Ministry (3). The study of the church program of music, its basic organization, philosophies, and objectives.
MUR 4420. Hymnology (3, even years). A study of congregational song ranging from Biblical hymnody to contemporary worship songs, from traditional Western hymnody to modern hymns and global worship songs, with a focus on cultural context.
MUR 4430. Music Ministry Internship (1). Practical experience in the church music program under faculty guidance; critical analysis and discussion of problems. Weekly seminar. May be repeated for credit once.
MUR 4440. Music in Worship in the 21st Century: Philosophy and Practice (3). An overview of the aesthetic and philosophical issues in current worship practice. Students in this course will develop Biblical and theological foundations of music in worship while gaining important skills necessary to plan, develop, and lead worship experiences in a variety of Christian music environments.
MUR 4990. Independent Studies in Church Music (1-3). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Opportunity for upper-level music students to pursue a special area of interest under faculty supervision. May be repeated.
Studies Abroad Music Courses (MUS)
MUS 1950-4950. Music Studies Abroad (1-16 hours). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Includes music studies abroad in Germany, Russia, Italy and France. For two-semester study abroad, an audition is also required.
Theory Courses (MUT)
MUT 1300. Fundamentals of Music (4). Development of fundamental aural and written skills in music theory necessary for entry into MUT 1310, Theory I.
MUT 1310. Theory I (3). Prerequisite: MUT 1300 or a satisfactory score on the music theory placement exam. A study of elementary music theory with an emphasis on diatonic harmony, including principles of voice leading, harmonic motion, and simple phrase forms. Taken concurrently with MUT 1330.
MUT 1320. Theory II (3). Prerequisite: MUT 1310. A continuation of MUT 1310 with an emphasis on diatonic seventh chords, secondary function, modulation, and 2- and 3-part forms. Taken concurrently with MUT 1340.
MUT 1330. Aural Skills I (1). Prerequisite: MUT 1300 or a satisfactory score on the theory placement exam. Intensive training to develop elementary music reading and aural skills through sight-singing and dictation. Taken concurrently with MUT 1310.
MUT 1340. Aural Skills II (1). Prerequisite: MUT 1310, MUT 1330. A continuation of MUT 1330 with increased emphasis on minor mode and compound meter. Taken concurrently with MUT 1320.
MUT 1380. Music Theory for Music Business (3). An integrated study of the fundamentals of Music Theory with an emphasis on popular and jazz styles.
MUT 2310. Theory III (3). Prerequisite: MUT 1320. A study of advanced material in music theory including mode mixture, Neapolitan and augmented sixth chords, and enharmonic modulation, as well as popular and jazz-influenced techniques such as extended tonicization, tertian extensions, and chord substitution. Taken concurrently with MUT 2330.
MUT 2320. Theory IV - Post-tonal theory (3). Prerequisite: MUT 2310. The study of compositional and analytical approaches to music since 1900. Taken concurrently with MUT 2340 or MUT 2350.
MUT 2330. Aural Skills III (1). Prerequisites: MUT 2310, MUT 1340. Continued development of music reading and aural skills through sight-reading and dictation, including elements such as chromatic non-chord tones, secondary function, mode mixture, and modulation. Rhythmic devices include changing meter, irregular division of the beat, supertuplets, and basic polyrhythms.
MUT 2340. Aural Skills IV Classical (1). Prerequisites: MUT 2310, MUT 2330. Development of advanced aural skills through sight-singing and dictation, including advanced chromatic vocabulary and modulation. Rhythm studies include asymmetric meter, polymeter, and metric modulation. Skills are applied to music reading and listening, with emphasis on music from outside the common practice era.
MUT 2350. Aural Skills IV Commercial (1). Prerequisite: MUT 2330. Development of advanced aural skills through sight-singing, dictation, and transcription with emphasis on musical materials and notation specific to commercial styles.
MUT 3310. Form and Analysis (3). Prerequisite: MUT 2310. A study of the principles and techniques of harmonic, structural, and stylistic analysis of tonal music in a variety of styles and genres.
MUT 3320. Orchestration and Instrumentation (3). Prerequisite: MUT 2310. An approach to scoring through knowledge of each instrument's timbre and range. Provides an opportunity to study scoring for like and mixed groups as well as full band and orchestra.
MUT 3330. Commercial Music Analysis (3). Prerequisites: MUT 2310 and MUT 2350. A study of the structure and style of selected material from popular music and jazz, including composed and improvised examples. Topics include melody, rhythm, form, chords, chord progressions, modes (scales), chord/scale relationships, production/arrangement, and performance style.
MUT 4330. Contemporary Arranging (3). Prerequisite: MUT 3320 or permission of instructor. Instrumental and musical technical information, melodic and harmonic development, musical density, ensemble combination, arranging styles, and the procedure of writing a contemporary arrangement are studied in detail. Preparation of arrangements for the recording studio is included.
MUT 4340. Advanced Contemporary Arranging (3). Prerequisite: MUT 4330 or permission of instructor. A continuation of MUT 4330, Contemporary Arranging. An in-depth study of commercial arranging with emphasis on scoring for strings, woodwinds, brass and studio orchestra.
MUT 4360. Counterpoint (3). Prerequisite: MUT 2310. Introduction to contrapuntal writing and analysis with an emphasis on 18th-century genres and style.
MUT 4380. Topics in Advanced Analysis (2). Advanced study of analytical techniques applicable to music of the mid-19th century to the present. The specific time period,repertory, or analytical focus will vary.
MUT 4490. Senior Theory Project (3). An independent study for the Theory Major culminating in the writing and presentation of a paper or project on a theoretical or analytical subject. Strongly recommended to be taken in the first semester of the senior year.
MUT 4990. Independent Studies in Music Theory (1-3). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Opportunity for upper-level music students to pursue a special area of interest under faculty supervision. May be repeated.
Music Therapy Courses (MUY)
MUY 1010. Introduction to Music Therapy (2). Prerequisites: MUT 1310 and 1330 or permission of instructor. Course content develops a basic understanding of the music therapy profession. Students will be exposed to music therapy principles and techniques, applicable populations, settings, and introduced to entry-level music therapy competencies. ($50 course fee)
MUY 1020. Clinical Techniques in Music Therapy (1). Course content facilitates the development of each student's group music leadership competencies relevant to the practice of music therapy. This course must be completed prior to enrollment in MUY 3010.
MUY 2010. Behavior Modification for Music Therapy (2). Prerequisite: MUY 1010 or permission of instructor. Course content emphasizes cognitive behavioral principles and observational categories pertaining to classroom reinforcement. Students will experience role playing/practicing techniques to be employed later in the classroom and therapy settings. ($50 course fee)
MUY 2020. Psychology of Music for Music Therapists (2). This course is designed to introduce music as a psychological, sociological, therapeutic, and aesthetic phenomenon as it relates to the practice of music therapy. The class focuses on the psychological foundation of music, placing emphasis on the topics of perception, emotion, creativity, musical development, human physiology, and behavior.
MUY 3000. Music Therapy Practicum I (1). Prerequisite: MUY 1010 or permission of instructor. The first of a sequence of four courses that support and reflect students’ clinical development, MUY 3000 provides opportunity for in-depth discussion and practice of topics related to students’ clinical practicum including but not limited to therapist behaviors, client responses, music therapy techniques, data collection, development of goals and objectives, and the therapeutic relationship. ($100 course fee)
MUY 3010. Music Therapy Foundations and Principles I (3). Prerequisite: MUY 1010 or permission of instructor. The course content introduces entry-level competencies for the field of music therapy. The course is geared toward individuals with non-music therapy undergraduate degrees working toward an equivalency in music therapy as well as to undergraduate music therapy majors.
MUY 3020. Music Therapy Foundations and Principles II (3). Prerequisite: MUY 3010. A continuation of Music Therapy Foundations and Principles I, the course continues to develop entry-level music therapy competencies. Specifically, this course focuses on the treatment process. Music Therapy Foundations and Principles I and II should be taken consecutively.
MUY 3050. Music Therapy Practicum II (1). Prerequisite: MUY 3000. The second of a sequence of four courses that support and reflect students’ clinical development, MUY 3050 provides opportunity for in-depth discussion and practice of topics related to students’ clinical practicum including but not limited to therapist behaviors, client responses, music therapy techniques, data collection, development of goals and objectives, and the therapeutic relationship. ($100 course fee)
MUY 4000. Music Therapy Practicum III (1). Prerequisites: MUY 3050. The third of a sequence of four courses that support and reflect students’ clinical development, MUY 4000 provides opportunity for in-depth discussion and practice of topics related to students’ clinical practicum including but not limited to therapist behaviors, client responses, music therapy techniques, data collection, development of goals and objectives, and the therapeutic relationship. ($100 course fee)
MUY 4010. Foundations and Principles III (3). Prerequisite: MUY 3010 & 3020. A continuation of Music Therapy Foundations and Principles I and II, the course continues to develop entry-level music therapy competencies. Specifically, this course focuses on the various approaches to music therapy practice and counseling in therapy. Music Therapy Foundations and Principles I, II, and III should be taken consecutively.
MUY 4020. Music Therapy Research (2). Prerequisites: MUY 2020 and MUY 3020, or permission of instructor. The course content enables students to develop basic research competencies necessary for the field of music therapy: the ability to read and understand research data, the ability to understand and develop basic research designs, and the ability to apply research findings to music therapy practice.
MUY 4030. Music Therapy Internship (2). The internship consists of clinical fieldwork with a population chosen by the student in consultation with Belmont University faculty. Successful completion of the internship requires at least 900 hours in a music therapy clinical setting either (a) approved by the American Musical Therapy Association or (b) contracted with Belmont University according to established affiliation guidelines. Internship must be completed within 2 years following the completion of the last music therapy course. Some sites may require additional hours or time spent in internship. By virtue of acceptance of a particular site, the intern is agreeing to all site requirements for satisfactory completion of the internship including: duties, assignments, competencies, length of internship, etc. ($500 course fee)
MUY 4050. Music Therapy Practicum IV (1). Prerequisite: MUY 4000. The last of a sequence of four courses that support and reflect students’ clinical development, MUY 4050 provides opportunity for in-depth discussion and practice of topics related to students’ clinical practicum including but not limited to therapist behaviors, client responses, music therapy techniques, data collection, development of goals and objectives, and the therapeutic relationship. ($100 course fee)