These courses are focused on a missions major.
This is a review of rhythm, note reading, key signatures, time signatures, and various other rudiments of music. Required of students who do not pass the Music Theory Proficiency Exam (MTPE).Back to Top
MU-100
FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC
MU-101
MUSIC THEORY I
This course is foundational to the student’s musical experience and understanding. The student will receive instruction in music fundamentals including: notation, major and minor keys, scales, intervals, chords, rhythm, ear training, figured bass, and part writing. (Prereq: MU-100 or successful completion of MTPE.) Back to Top
This course is a continuation of Music Theory I, with advanced instruction in instrumentation, chord progressions, four-part voice writing, cadences, musical forms, non-chord tones, modulation, secondary dominants, and simple musical forms. (Prereq: MU-102) Back to Top
MU-102
MUSIC THEORY II
MU-103
BASIC CHURCH MUSIC
Students are given a basic working knowledge of music fundamentals. They are taught to be aware of the place, principles, and practice of music in the church, while developing a working Biblical philosophy of church music. Back to Top
The college choir prepares songs for special music at Landmark Baptist Church each Wednesday evening. Students sharpen sight reading, communication, and choral singing skills while praising the Lord in song. This choir also performs a wide selection of vocal literature and performs for various occasions and choral concerts. Everyone is welcome to try out for the choir. Students enrolled in this class for credit are required to be at all performances. Back to Top
MU-104
COLLEGE CHOIR
MU-201
MUSIC HISTORY
This course is a survey of the major composers, their literature, and musical forms from past to present. The student will also learn from the master’s of past and present sacred music. They will study the lives of composers, instructors, directors, and performers of both classical and sacred music. Back to Top
Instrumentation is a general study of all the instruments necessary to make up an orchestra, including: strings, brass, woodwinds, percussions, and flute. A working knowledge of each instrument and light instruction in playing each instrument will be given in class. Back to Top
MU-202
INSTRUMENTATION
MU-301
CONDUCTING
This course starts with the basic patterns and techniques for choral conducting and continues through instrumental conducting techniques. Students are given basic instruction and some practical experience in conducting choirs, ensembles, and orchestras.Back to Top
This course covers the structure and form of music from early to more recent times. Students will learn vocal and instrumental arranging techniques for choir and orchestra. There will be an emphasis on originality in composition while maintaining fundamental standards. Back to Top
MU-302
MUSIC COMPOSITION
MU-401
VOICE CLASS
Instruction is given in the basic fundamentals of singing technique. It will teach each student to reach his full potential.Back to Top
Understanding philosophy is fundamental to success in any area of life. Studying the Philosophy of Christian Music will help the serious student make right decisions about music in church. Back to Top
MU-402
CHRISTIAN PHILOSOPHY OF MUSIC
MUSIC CREDIT
MUSICAL INSTRUMENT
This course is intended to develop proficiency in a chosen instrument such as piano, flute, trumpet, clarinet, etc.Back to Top
This course requires participation in the church orchestra as well as various other performances and events. Back to Top
MUSIC CREDIT
ORCHESTRA
MUSIC CREDIT
CHOIR
This course requires participation in the college choir. Students enrolled in this class for credit are required to be at all performances.Back to Top
This course is restricted to the chamber ensemble and representative tour ensemble members. Ensemble members prepare various selections of sacred music for presentation in Baptist churches and Christian Schools. Participation is required at all performance events. Inter-term and summer involvement is required for tour ensembles. Tour Ensemble members Back to Top
MUSIC CREDIT
ENSEMBLE
