Welcome to our esteemed teacher preparation program for music education, where a harmonious blend of passion and pedagogy awaits you! Whether you aspire to become a skilled music teacher or seek to elevate your existing expertise, our comprehensive courses offer a symphony of opportunities to refine your musical talents and refine your teaching artistry. Delve into a curriculum encompassing theory, performance, and educational methodologies, all guided by seasoned mentors dedicated to nurturing the next generation of music educators. Embrace the transformative power of music and its profound impact on young minds as you embark on a fulfilling journey to inspire the musicians of tomorrow.
Music is a shared human experience. The ability to express yourself through music is one of the greatest gifts humans can share. If you have prior music experience in band and/or private instrumental lessons and are interested in public school music teaching in the K-12 environment, this may be the degree for you.
Music Education Major Course Requirements*
Required core - 49 semester hours
- 2 MUAP 100 level Applied Music
- 2 MUAP 200 level Applied Music
- 2 MUAP 300 level Applied Music
- 1 MUAP 400 level Applied Music
- 4 MUS 110/L Music Theory I
- 4 MUS 111/L Music Theory II
- 4 MUS 210/L Music Theory III
- 4 MUS 211/L Music Theory IV
- 3 MUS 240 Music Cultures of the World
- 3 MUS 313 Form and Analysis
- 3 MUS 330 Music History I
- 3 MUS 331 Music History II
- 3 MUS 351 Elementary School Music Methods
- 2 MUS 352 Music in the Elementary School II
- 3 MUS 360 Conducting
- 3 MUS 420 Orchestration & Arranging
- 2 MUS 467 Advanced Conducting
- MUS 185 Recital Attendance (Register every semester)
- 1 MUAP 483 Public Recital
Select one area of emphasis
Instrumental emphasis - 15 semester hours
- 2 MUS 373 Woodwind Instrumental Methods
- 2 MUS 374 Percussion Instrumental Methods
- 2 MUS 375 Brass Instrumental Methods
- 2 MUS 377 String Instrumental Methods
- 3 MUS 382 Methods & Material of Teaching Piano
or
- 3 MUS 456 Instrumental Materials & Techniques
- 4 MUEN Concert Band or Chamber Orchestra (Students are required to participate in a large ensemble each semester)
Vocal emphasis - 15 semester hours
- 2 MUS 215 Introduction to Music Technology
- 2 MUS 302 Vocal Diction Class I
- 2 MUS 303 Vocal Diction Class II
- 2 MUS 345 Vocal Pedagogy & Literature
- 3 MUS 458 Choral Materials & Techniques
- 4 MUEN 100/300 Concert Choir (Students are required to participate in a large ensemble each semester)
Pre-professional teaching core - 18 hours
- 1 EDFN 295 Practicum: Pre-Admission Teaching
- 2 EDFN 338 Foundations of American Education
- 3 EPSY 302 Educational Psychology
- 3 EPSY 428 Child & Adolescent Development
- 3 INED 411 South Dakota Indian Studies
- 3 PSYC 101 General Psychology (gen ed)
- 3 SPED 100 Intro to Persons with Exceptionalities
Professional K-12 teaching core - 17 semester hours
- 1 EDFN 440 Classroom Management
- 3 SEED 408 Plan, Manage & Assess the 7-12 Diverse Classroom
- 1 SEED 495 Practicum: Pre-Student Teaching
- 3 EDFN 475 Human Relations
- 6-12 ED 488 K-12 Student Teaching
General education requirements - 30 semester hours
- ENGL 101
- ENGL 201
- CMST - Gen Ed - Speech (1 class) - 3 semester hours
- MATH - Gen Ed - Mathematics (1 class) - 3 semester hours
- Gen Ed - Social Science (2 classes from different subjects) - 6 semester hours
- Gen Ed - Arts & Humanities (2 classes from different subjects or a foreign language sequence) - 6 semester hours
- Gen Ed - Natural Sciences & Lab (2 classes/corresponding labs) - 6-8 semester hours
*Course requirements may vary by academic year. To view the requirements for your academic year, please visit Registration & Records for status sheets.
Status Sheets
Music Education Minor Course Requirements*
Minor in Music, Vocal - Teaching Elementary Music Emphasis
25 semester hours
- 3 MUAP Private Voice
- 2 MUAP 115, 116, or 215 Class Instruction - Keyboard
- 3 MUEN 300 Concert Choir
- 4 MUS 110 Music Theory I & MUS 110L Lab
- 4 MUS 111 Music Theory II & MUS 111L Lab
- 3 MUS 351 Elementary School Music Methods
- 2 MUS 352 Music in the Elementary School II
- 3 MUS 360 Conducting
Minor in Music, Vocal - Secondary School Emphasis
24 semester hours
- 2 MUAP 115, 116, or 215 Class Instruction - Keyboard
- OR
- 2 MUAP 110, 210, 310, or 410 Applied Music - Keyboard
- 3 MUAP 100, 101, 200, 201, 300, 301, 400, or 401 Applied Music - Voice
- 4 MUS 110 Music Theory I & MUS 110L Lab
- 4 MUS 111 Music Theory II & MUS 111L Lab
- 3 MUS 360 Conducting
- 3 MUS 458 Choral Materials & Techniques
- 3 MUS Electives
Minor in Music, Instrumental - Teaching
29 semester hours
- 4 MUS 110 Music Theory I & MUS 110L Lab
- 4 MUS 111 Music Theory II & MUS 111L Lab
- 3 MUS 360 Conducting
- 2 MUS 373 Woodwind Methods
- 2 MUS 374 Percussion Methods
- 2 MUS 375 Brass Methods
- 2 MUS 377 String Methods
Take
two credits of the following:
- MUAP 120 Applied Music - Woodwind
- MUAP 130 Applied Music - Brass
- MUAP 140 Applied Music - Percussion
- MUAP 150 Applied Music - Strings
Take
four credits of the following:
- MUEN 380 Jazz Ensemble
- MUEN 130 Chamber Music Ensemble
- MUEN 322 Concert Band
Take two credits of the following:
- MUAP 115, 116, or 215 Class Instruction - Keyboard
- MUAP 110, 210, 310, or 410 Applied Music - Keyboard
*Course requirements may vary by academic year. To view the requirements for your academic year, please visit Registration & Records for status sheets.
Status Sheets
