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MUS 1341 Instrumental Small Ensemble
An auditioned ensemble that performs chamber literature for on-campus, local and re-
gional events.
MUS 1351 Orchestra
An auditioned orchestra that performs works from standard orchestral literature. This en-
semble is open to students and residents of the surrounding communities.
MUS 1361 Stadium Band
An auditioned instrumental ensemble whose primary purpose is to perform for and in sup-
port of various Bluefield College athletic events.
MUS 1371 Variations
An auditioned mixed choral ensemble that performs challenging choral literature of varied
styles, with a special focus on Christian sacred music. Performances include on-campus
concerts and events, and local and regional venues.
MUS 1381 Opera Theatre Ensemble
Opera Theatre Ensemble engages singer/actors in the study, preparation, and performance
of scenes and ensembles from selected operatic works. Experience in staging, production,
set design and construction, and costuming is included in the course. The semester will
culminate in a public performance at Bluefield College. When feasible, the ensemble will
also travel to perform in the region for outreach and recruiting.
MUS 1391 Praise Singers
An auditioned vocal ensemble and band that performs and leads Christian worship music
in a variety of contemporary styles, with emphasis on the practice of worship leadership.
Performances include on-campus services, concerts, and events, and local and regional
venues.
MUS 1413 Music Appreciation
An introduction to the most important forms, styles, and movements of Western music.
Designed for non-music majors. Recital and concert attendance required.
MUS 1453 Introduction to Music Literature
An introduction to the historical study of music in the Western tradition and to selected
non-Western musical styles and practices. Intended for music majors, music minors, and
non-majors with musical background. Prerequisite: MUS 1603* or instructor’s permission
(by placement test).
MUS 1603 Fundamentals of Music Theory and Ear Training
Intensive study of the elements of music including rhythm, notation, scales, intervals, and
triads with correlated sight-singing and ear training. Recommended for incoming freshman
with no background in theory and for upperclassmen who have not successfully completed
Theory 1.
MUS 1613 Theory 1
A study of functional harmony, melodic structure, rhythm and form. Includes rudiments,
part writing and analysis of music from various style periods.
MUS 1623 Theory 2
A continuation of MUS 1613. Includes the study of counterpoint through the analysis of
music from the 16th and 18th centuries. Prerequisite: MUS 1613.