MUSP 111 - Piano Class I (2 Credit Hours)

Offered for beginning piano students, the piano class will focus on fundamental piano technique and score reading, as well as the playing of lead sheets. Students will work on individual electronic pianos, both solo and in groups.

MUSP 112 - Piano Class II (2 Credit Hours)

This is designed for non-music majors with no significant background in piano who would like to continue their piano studies. This course is a continuation of Piano Class I (MUSP 111) curriculum. Students will explore the joy of making music through more advanced (late beginning/early intermediate level) repertoire. Other emphasis is placed upon ensemble work (duet, trio, quartet), chord progressions, harmonization, and sight-reading.

MUSP 120 - Jazz Improvisation (1 Credit Hour)

A once weekly (50-minute) performance-oriented course open to instrumentalists. The major objective is to gain an in-depth working knowledge of improvisation in the jazz context. Pre-requisites include the ability to play an instrument and a working knowledge of major scales, or permission of the instructor. The class meeting time is TBA and the instructor will work towards a schedule that works for everyone signed up.

MUSP 121 - Piano Accompanying (Ensemble) (1 Credit Hour)

This ensemble course is designed for piano students who are looking for an ensemble credit. Students will be assigned a vocal or instrumental partner. Students are responsible for regularly rehearsing with their partners (one hour weekly rehearsals are required), attending their partners’ lessons as needed, and performing with them in recitals, masterclasses, and juries.

Prerequisite(s): Approval of the instructor.

MUSP 126 - American Roots Seminar (1 Credit Hour)

American Roots Seminar looks closely at the formulas for arranging American Roots Music including bluegrass, blues, old-time string band, Appalachian Fiddle and early country music. Based on our understanding and data collected from the song formulas, students compose vocal songs and instrumental songs reflecting traditional composition styles and topics. Students are assigned parts to compose and will collaborate to develop the components and arrangement of each song: form, chord progression, melody, harmony, lyric writing and instrumental elements including solos, intros and ornamentation. This course is required for students seeking a Bachelor of Arts degree in music with an emphasis in American Roots Music.

MUSP 127 - Keyboard Skills I (2 Credit Hours)

A sequence for the music major, minor, and performance certificate student to fulfill the keyboard proficiency in the Department of Music. Other students may enroll with the permission of the instructor.

MUSP 128 - Keyboard Skills II (2 Credit Hours)

A sequence for the music major, minor, and performance certificate student to fulfill the keyboard proficiency in the Department of Music. Other students may enroll with permission of the instructor.

MUSP 129 - Composition Seminar (1 Credit Hour)

A seminar approach to musical composition focusing on individual composition projects, compositional processes, forms, aesthetics and criticism. May be repeated for credit.

MUSP 130 - Orchestra - Ensemble (1 Credit Hour)

The Denison University Orchestra welcomes players with diverse musical interests and from a wide array of majors. Drawing from a broad range of canonical string orchestra and symphonic repertoire, as well as newly composed works, the orchestra offers students a top-level orchestral experience and serves an important role in representing Denison University in the community. Frequent off-campus tours, along with regular collaborations with guest artists, faculty, and other Denison ensembles, continue to enrich and expand the legacy of the ensemble.

MUSP 131 - Concert Choir - Ensemble (1 Credit Hour)

The Denison University Concert Choir is a long-established community/university choir that includes singers from the Granville area, as well as Denison faculty, staff, and students who are interested in performing major choral works and other works of interest. A placement audition is required, but no prior choral experience is necessary.

MUSP 132 - Music Theatre Workshop - Ensemble (1 Credit Hour)

The Denison Music Theatre Workshop is for students who sing and enjoy performing on stage. Once a semester, the students in the class will present a fully staged opera, operetta, or musical theatre production. Class literature ranges from Broadway musicals to light operas. All students are welcome, but solos are chosen by audition.

MUSP 133 - Gospel Choir - Ensemble (1 Credit Hour)

The Denison University Gospel Choir carries the tradition of sharing love and hope through song to our community. We learn and perform songs in the true African American gospel tradition, as well as some that are contemporary and inspiring.

Crosslisting: BLST 133.

MUSP 134 - Jazz Ensemble (1 Credit Hour)

The Denison University Jazz Ensemble performs music ranging from the traditional big band era to contemporary jazz. Audition required.

MUSP 135 - American Roots Music Ensemble (1 Credit Hour)

The Denison University American Roots Music Ensemble is dedicated to the multi-genre and multicultural music developed in the US during the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. This broad term represents “folk” or “traditional” music such as Bluegrass, Appalachian, and African-American string band/fiddle music, Gospel music, and the blues, as well as contemporary music derived from these traditions. Each semester, students in the ensemble explore a different area of this music, learning about the fundamentals of American Roots Music while working on original arrangements. Pre-approved instruments include guitar, mandolin, violin/fiddle, bass, slide guitar/”dobro,” cello, and banjo. Additional instruments will be accepted with the approval of the Director.

MUSP 136 - Chamber Singers - Ensemble (1 Credit Hour)

Denison University Chamber Singers is a select mixed choral ensemble that performs an array of musical styles, including Renaissance polyphony, contemporary works, vocal jazz arrangements, folk songs, and spirituals. The required audition consists of vocal exercises, sight-singing, and a pitch retention/general musical knowledge assessment. A prepared solo is optional.

MUSP 138 - Gamelan Ensemble (1 Credit Hour)

Gamelan Ensemble is a traditional Balinese Angklung Gamelan, Indonesia's classical percussion ensemble. It is open to all Denison students as well as community members, requires no previous experience, and meets once weekly for an evening rehearsal.

MUSP 139 - The African-American Roots Ensemble (1 Credit Hour)

The African-American Roots Ensemble.

MUSP 140 - Jazz Combo (1 Credit Hour)

Jazz Combo is a small ensemble open to any instrumentalists and vocalists. Traditional jazz is the focus, along with the music of Brazil, funk, and contemporary jazz and pop.

MUSP 141 - Woodwind Ensembles (1 Credit Hour)

Pedagogical and performance skills will be developed through laboratory and observational experiences. Includes Flute Ensemble, Oboe Ensemble, Clarinet Ensemble, Bassoon Ensemble, Woodwind Chamber Music, and Saxophone Chamber Music.

MUSP 142 - Brass Ensembles (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Brass Ensemble will receive 13 rehearsals and one concert each semester. Each rehearsal will total 50 minutes and will be scheduled at a mutually convenient time for the professor and students.

MUSP 143 - Latin Jazz Percussion - Ensemble (1 Credit Hour)

Latin Jazz is a small improvising ensemble concentrating on music from Latin and Pan-African origins. Open to rhythm section and horn players, along with percussionists.

MUSP 144 - Piano Chamber Music (1 Credit Hour)

This ensemble focuses on performances by a small group of musicians, with one player per instrumental part, and often includes piano alongside other instruments like strings or winds. Denison encourages students to participate in various ensembles, including the Piano Chamber Music ensemble, as part of their liberal arts philosophy.

MUSP 145 - Class Strings Ensemble (1 Credit Hour)

An introduction to string techniques and pedagogy.

MUSP 146 - Guitar Ensemble (1 Credit Hour)

Guitar Ensemble is a group that rehearses and performs on acoustic guitars, developing arrangements of jazz, pop, blues, and classical music repertoire. Improvisation techniques are also discussed. Performance experience is not required.

MUSP 147 - String Chamber Music (1 Credit Hour)

Chamber music is a form of classical music that is composed for a small group of instruments—traditionally a group that could fit in a palace chamber or a large room. Usually, groups are of 3-10 players and self-conducted. Chamber music creates independence and camaraderie simultaneously. Listening to each other, matching music-making ideas of colors, bow strokes, vibrato, and dynamics is a wonderful way to develop as a musician and to support other musicians. Some describe chamber music as “the music of friends.” Knowledge of how to play your instrument and use the bow is required. Private lessons are highly recommended with the professor of your chosen instrument.

MUSP 149 - Chamber Percussion Ensemble (1 Credit Hour)

A small chamber ensemble dedicated to performance of percussion literature. Meets weekly TBA, with a performance each term.

MUSP 150 - Wind Ensemble (1 Credit Hour)

Is the primary ensemble for all winds, brass, and percussion students. The repertoire of the ensemble reflects the breadth of wind literature and includes music from the late Renaissance to world premieres. The ensemble frequently collaborates with other ensembles on campus (recent examples include Chamber Singers and Jazz Ensemble). Students are expected to commit to membership in Wind Ensemble for a full academic year as our concert preparation spans semesters. Students wishing to join Orchestra must also enroll in Wind Ensemble. Dr. Chris David Westover, conductor. Membership by audition.

MUSP 151 - Private Lesson (Violin) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 152 - Private Lesson (Viola) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 153 - Private Lesson (Cello) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 154 - Private Lesson (Guitar) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 155 - Private Lesson (String Bass) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 156 - Private Lesson (Electric Bass) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 157 - Private Lesson (Harp) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 158 - Private Lesson (Bluegrass Guitar) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 160 - Jazz Improvisation (2 Credit Hours)

A once weekly (50-minute) performance-oriented course open to instrumentalists. The major objective is to gain an in-depth working knowledge of improvisation in the jazz context. Pre-requisites include the ability to play an instrument and a working knowledge of major scales, or permission of the instructor. The class meeting time is TBA, and the instructor will work towards a schedule that works for everyone signed up.

MUSP 161 - Private Lesson (Clarinet) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 162 - Private Lesson (Flute) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 163 - Private Lesson - Oboe (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 164 - Private Lesson (Bassoon) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 165 - Private Lesson (Saxophone) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 171 - Private Lesson (Trombone) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 172 - Private Lesson (French Horn) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 173 - Private Lesson (Trumpet) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 174 - Private Lesson (Euphonium) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 175 - Private Lesson (Tuba) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 181 - Private Lesson (Piano) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 182 - Private Lesson (Jazz Piano) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 183 - Private Lesson (Gospel Piano) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 190 - Private Lesson (Percussion) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 195 - Private Lesson (Voice) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 197 - Private Lesson (Composition) (1 Credit Hour)

Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. One credit hour is given for one half-hour lesson per week, and students are expected to practice one hour daily.

MUSP 241 - Special Ensemble in Music Performance (1 Credit Hour)

Special Ensemble in Music Performance is a course offering that deals with various aspects of performance within music.

MUSP 243 - Special Ensemble in Music Composition (1-4 Credit Hours)

Special Ensemble in Music Composition is a course offering that deals with the creative aspects of music composition.

MUSP 245 - Special Ensemble in Music Collaboration (1-4 Credit Hours)

Special Ensemble in Music Collaborations are courses that do not fall within the other designations in nature. They may be courses within the department or in collaboration with other Denison departments.

MUSP 251 - Private Lesson (Violin) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 252 - Private Lesson (Viola) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 253 - Private Lesson (Cello) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 254 - Private Lesson (Guitar) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 255 - Private Lesson (String Bass) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 256 - Private Lesson (Electric Bass) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 257 - Private Lesson (Harp) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 258 - Private Lesson (Bluegrass Guitar) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 261 - Private Lesson (Clarinet) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 262 - Private Lesson (Flute) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 263 - Private Lesson (Oboe) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 264 - Private Lesson (Bassoon) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 265 - Private Lesson (Saxophone) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 271 - Private Lesson (Trombone) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 272 - Private Lesson (French Horn) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 273 - Private Lesson (Trumpet) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 274 - Private Lesson (Euphonium) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 275 - Private Lesson (Tuba) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 281 - Private Lesson (Piano) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 282 - Private Lesson (Jazz Piano) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 283 - Private Lesson-Gospel Piano (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 290 - Private Lesson (Percussion) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 295 - Private Lesson (Voice) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 297 - Private Lesson (Composition) (2 Credit Hours)

Music performance majors and performance minors must enroll for two-credit-hour lessons on their primary instrument; non-performance minors must enroll for one-credit-hour lessons. The minimum number of required lessons must be taken on the same instrument (or voice). Students enrolled in Private Lessons should also be concurrently enrolled in an ensemble. There is an applied music fee for each academic credit hour. For costs, see Department of Music Fees in the Annual Costs section of the catalog. All declared Music Majors receive two waived credits (three with chair's permission) for private lesson instruction each semester; Performance Minors receive two waived credits, and General Minors receive one waived credit. Beginning students should opt for the class lessons in class piano, class voice, and class guitar. There is no extra fee for class lessons. Students who drop private lessons after the drop date will still be responsible for their lesson fee. Two credit hours are given for one hour-long lesson per week, and students are expected to practice two hours daily.

MUSP 341 - Special Ensemble in Music Performance (1-4 Credit Hours)

Special Ensemble in Music Performance is a course offering that deals with various aspects of performance within music.

MUSP 343 - Special Ensemble in Music Composition (1-4 Credit Hours)

Special Ensemble in Music Composition is a course offering that deals with the creative aspects of music composition.

MUSP 344 - Special Ensemble in Musicianship Skills (1-4 Credit Hours)

Special Ensemble in Music Theory is a course offering that deals with the musicianship aspects of Music Theory and Aural Skills.

MUSP 345 - Special Ensemble in Music Collaboration (1-4 Credit Hours)

Special Ensemble in Music Collaborations are courses that do not fall within the other designations and are collaborative in nature. They may be courses within the department or in collaboration with other Denison departments.