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LEON C. JANIKIAN, MM Associate Professor and Acting Chair PROFESSORS Joshua R. Jacobson, DMA Dennis H. Miller, DMA Bruce Ronkin, DMA Judith Tick, PhD ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS Susan Asai, PhD Leonard L. Brown, PhD William Lowe, MA David D. Sonnenschein, DMA ASSISTANT PROFESSORS Anthony P. DeRitis, PhD Allen G. Feinstein, MM Emmett G. Price III, PhD LECTURERS
James Anderson, BM
Linnea Bardarson, MM
Paul Beaudoin, PhD
Richard Berberian, MEd
Laurie Blunsom, MFA
Eve Budnick, MM
Hugo Burnham
William Drury, MM
Douglas F. Durant, PhD
Virginia Eskin, BA
Ralf Gawlik, MM
David Herlihy, JD
Ronald Herrema, PhD
George Howard, BA
Eric Jackson
Junauro Landgrebe, BM
Ernest Larouche, BA
Robert Lyons, BS
John Mallia, MM
Martha Peabody, MA
Jane Potter, BM
Shawn Radley, BS
Andrew J. Rega, BM
Carol Beth Thomas, MA
Jeremy Van Buskirk, MM
Robert Ward, MMThe music department approaches the study of music from a global, multicultural, and multifaceted perspective. The department offers four concentrations in the context of a broad liberal arts program. The music literature and performance concentration combines history with hands-on music making; an audition is required. This concentration leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree. The music literature concentration has a historical orientation and leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree.
The music technology concentration teaches students to compose music using the newest electronic music technology, both hardware and software. Students learn techniques such as MIDI sequencing, digital and analog recording, sound design, audio for video, and the latest methods for delivering music over the Internet. Students also study composition for both acoustic and electric instruments. The concentration includes a thorough background in the fundamentals of music, including music theory and history, and leads to a Bachelor of Science degree.
The music industry concentration is the first such undergraduate program in Boston. It is designed for students with an interest in fields such as artist management, the music products industry, the record industry, art administration, contracting and legal issues, the recording process, and studio techniques. Developed in collaboration with Northeastern’s College of Business Administration, the music industry concentration leads to a Bachelor of Science degree.
Through an exchange program, students may attend classes at the New England Conservatory of Music. Students also share an array of high-tech and multimedia equipment.
While some music courses are designed for music majors, the department also offers elective survey courses. Several of these courses fulfill the College of Arts and Sciences core curriculum requirement.
An extensive concert series offers a variety of performances by students, faculty, and guest artists. Students also have the opportunity to participate in our active choral groups, bands, and chamber ensembles. See the Course Description Registry for course descriptions.
BA in Music with Concentration in Literature
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES BA CORE REQUIREMENTS See the Core Requirement list. MUSIC MAJOR REQUIREMENTS FOR LITERATURE CONCENTRATION Music Theory Complete the following four courses: MUS U201 Music Theory 1 4 SH MUS U202 Music Theory 2 4 SH MUS U303 Music Theory 3 4 SH MUS U304 Music Theory 4 4 SH Music History Complete the following four courses: MUS U311 Historical Traditions 1: America 4 SH MUS U312 Historical Traditions 2: Classical 4 SH MUS U313 Historical Traditions 3: World 4 SH MUS U550 Historical Traditions 4: Special Topics 4 SH Music Literature Complete the following course: MUS U308 Principles of Music Literature 4 SH Piano Class Complete the following course: MUS U205 Piano Class 1 4 SH Music Ensemble Complete five music ensembles: MUS U904 Chorus 1 SH MUS U905 Band 1 SH MUS U906 Orchestra 1 SH MUS U911 Jazz Ensemble 1 SH MUS U912 Rock Ensemble 1 SH MUS U913 Blues/Rock Ensemble 1 SH MUS U914 Create Your Own Music 1 SH MUS U915 Chamber Ensembles 1 SH EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
Complete one course in experiential education. Please see department for approved courses.MUSIC MAJOR LITERATURE CONCENTRATION
Complete 45 semester hours in the major.UPPER-DIVISION ELECTIVES
Complete three general electives at 300 level or above.GENERAL ELECTIVES
Additional courses taken beyond college and major course requirements to satisfy graduation credit requirements.COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
If electedUNIVERSITY-WIDE REQUIREMENTS
128 total semester hours required
Minimum 2.000 GPA required
BA in Music with Concentration in Literature and Performance COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES BA CORE REQUIREMENTS See the Core Requirement list. MUSIC LITERATURE REQUIREMENTS Music Theory Complete four of the following courses: MUS U201 Music Theory 1 4 SH MUS U202 Music Theory 2 4 SH MUS U303 Music Theory 3 4 SH or MUS U304 Music Theory 4 4 SH MUS U307 Sight-Singing 4 SH Music History Complete the following four courses: MUS U311 Historical Traditions 1: America 4 SH MUS U312 Historical Traditions 2: Classical 4 SH MUS U313 Historical Traditions 3: World 4 SH MUS U550 Historical Traditions 4: Special Topics 4 SH Piano Class Complete the following course: MUS U205 Piano Class 1 4 SH Music Literature Complete the following course: MUS U308 Principles of Music Literature 4 SH MUSIC PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS Performance Seminar Complete the following course: MUS U621 Seminar in Performance Practice 4 SH Music Lessons Complete five music lessons (courses are repeatable): MUS U901 Music Lessons 1 1 SH MUS U902 Music Lessons 2 1 SH Ensemble Complete seven music ensembles: MUS U904 Chorus 1 SH MUS U905 Band 1 SH MUS U906 Orchestra 1 SH MUS U911 Jazz Ensemble 1 SH MUS U912 Rock Ensemble 1 SH MUS U913 Blues/Rock Ensemble 1 SH MUS U914 Create Your Own Music 1 SH MUS U915 Chamber Ensembles 1 SH
Electives Complete two music courses. Recitals Complete a middler and senior recital: MUS U410 Recital 1 4 SH MUS U622 Recital 2 4 SH EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENT Complete one course in experiential education. Please see department for approved courses. MUSIC MAJOR LITERATURE AND PERFORMANCE CONCENTRATION Complete 92 semester hours in the major. GENERAL ELECTIVES Additional courses taken beyond college and major course requirements to satisfy graduation credit requirements. COOPERATIVE EDUCATION If elected UNIVERSITY-WIDE REQUIREMENTS 128 total semester hours required Minimum 2.000 GPA required BS in Music with Concentration in Music Industry COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES BS CORE REQUIREMENTS FOR ARTS/HUMANITIES MAJORS See Core Requirements for more information.
MUSIC REQUIREMENTS Music Theory Requirement Complete the following three courses: MUS U203 Music Theory for Music Industry 1 4 SH MUS U204 Music Theory for Music Industry 2 4 SH MUS U308 Principles of Music Literature 4 SH Music History Complete the following four courses: MUS U311 Historical Traditions 1: America 4 SH MUS U312 Historical Traditions 2: Classical 4 SH MUS U313 Historical Traditions 3: World 4 SH MUS U550 Historical Traditions 4: Special Topics 4 SH Music Ensemble Complete two music ensembles: MUS U904 Chorus 1 SH MUS U905 Band 1 SH MUS U906 Orchestra 1 SH MUS U911 Jazz Ensemble 1 SH MUS U912 Rock Ensemble 1 SH MUS U913 Blues/Rock Ensemble 1 SH MUS U914 Create Your Own Music 1 SH MUS U915 Chamber Ensembles 1 SH Music Industry Complete the following three courses: MUS U230 Music Industry 1 4 SH MUS U231 Music Industry 2 4 SH MUS U601 Seminar in Music Industry 4 SH
Music Industry Electives
Choose four music industry courses:MUS U220 Music and Technology 1 4 SH MUS U221 Music and Technology 2 4 SH MUS U232 Music Recording 1 4 SH MUS U233 Music Production for Radio and Web 4 SH MUS U330 Music Administration 4 SH MUS U331 Music Recording 2 4 SH MUS U332 Artist Management 4 SH MUS U333 The Record Industry 4 SH MUS U334 Music Merchandising 4 SH MUS U335 Copyright Law for Musicians 4 SH
MUS U336 Computer Applications in Music Business 4 SH MUS U337 Writing about Music 4 SH
MUSIC INDUSTRY BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS Economics Complete the following two courses: ECN U115 Principles of Macroeconomics 4 SH ECN U116 Principles of Microeconomics 4 SH Accounting Complete the following course: ACC U201 Financial Accounting and Reporting 4 SH Business Electives Choose two business courses from the following departments: ACC, FIN, HRM, MGT, MKT, or MSC. EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENT Complete one course in experiential education. Please see department for approved courses. MUSIC INDUSTRY MAJOR Complete 78 semester hours in the major. GENERAL ELECTIVES Additional courses taken beyond college and major course requirements to satisfy graduation credit requirements. COOPERATIVE EDUCATION If elected UNIVERSITY-WIDE REQUIREMENTS 128 total semester hours required Minimum 2.000 GPA required BS in Music with Concentration in Music Technology COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES BS CORE REQUIREMENTS FOR ARTS/HUMANITIES MAJORS See Core Requirements for more information. GENERAL MUSIC REQUIREMENTS Music Theory Requirement Complete the following five courses: MUS U201 Music Theory 1 4 SH MUS U202 Music Theory 2 4 SH MUS U303 Music Theory 3 4 SH MUS U304 Music Theory 4 4 SH MUS U420 Music Composition 4 SH
Music History Complete the following four courses: MUS U308 Principles of Music Literature 4 SH MUS U311 Historical Traditions 1: America 4 SH MUS U312 Historical Traditions 2: Classical 4 SH MUS U313 Historical Traditions 3: World 4 SH Lessons Complete seven composition lessons (courses are repeatable): MUS U903 Composition Lessons 1 SH Ensemble Complete two music ensembles: MUS U904 Chorus 1 SH MUS U905 Band 1 SH MUS U906 Orchestra 1 SH MUS U911 Jazz Ensemble 1 SH MUS U912 Rock Ensemble 1 SH MUS U913 Blues/Rock Ensemble 1 SH MUS U914 Create Your Own Music 1 SH MUS U915 Chamber Ensembles 1 SH MUSIC TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS Music Technology Complete the following three courses: MUS U220 Music and Technology 1 4 SH MUS U221 Music and Technology 2 4 SH MUS U315 History of Electronic Music 4 SH Recording Studio Complete the following two courses: MUS U232 Music Recording 1 4 SH MUS U331 Music Recording 2 4 SH Electronic Composition and Performance Complete the following three courses: MUS U320 Sound Design 4 SH MUS U520 Interactive Real-Time Performance 4 SH MUS U611 Composition for Electronic Instruments 4 SH Music Technology Electives Choose two electives: ART U130 Visual Studies Foundation 1 4 SH ART U175 Animation Basics 4 SH ART U180 Video Basics 4 SH ART U290 Introduction to Digital Tools 4 SH MMS U305 Programming for Multimedia 4 SH MMS U400 Hypermedia 4 SH MUS U230 Music Industry 1 4 SH MUS U231 Music Industry 2 4 SH MUS U233 Music Production for Radio and Web 4 SH MUS U336 Computer Applications in Music Business 4 SH MUS U551 Special Topics in Music Technology 4 SH MUS U699 Advanced Television Production 4 SH EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENT Complete one course in experiential education. Please see department for approved courses. MUSIC TECHNOLOGY MAJOR Complete 85 semester hours in the major. GENERAL ELECTIVES
Additional courses taken beyond college and major course requirements to satisfy graduation credit requirements.COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
If electedUNIVERSITY-WIDE REQUIREMENTS
128 total semester hours required
Minimum 2.000 GPA required
Minor in General Music MUSIC THEORY AND LITERATURE Complete the following three courses: MUS U201 Music Theory 1 4 SH MUS U202 Music Theory 2 4 SH MUS U308 Principles of Music Literature 4 SH MUSIC HISTORY ELECTIVE Choose one course from the following list: MUS U311 Historical Traditions 1: America 4 SH MUS U312 Historical Traditions 2: Classical 4 SH MUS U313 Historical Traditions 3: World 4 SH MUS U315 History of Electronic Music 4 SH MUS U550 Historical Traditions 4: Special Topics 4 SH MUSIC ELECTIVE Choose one course from the Department of Music. GPA REQUIREMENTS 2.000 GPA required in the minor. Minor in Music Industry MUSIC THEORY AND LITERATURE Complete two courses: MUS U203 Music Theory for Music Industry 1 4 SH or MUS U201 Music Theory 1 4 SH MUS U101 Introduction to Music 4 SH or MUS U308 Principles of Music Literature 4 SH MUSIC INDUSTRY Complete the following two courses: MUS U230 Music Industry 1 4 SH MUS U231 Music Industry 2 4 SH MUSIC INDUSTRY ELECTIVES Choose two music industry courses. GPA REQUIREMENTS 2.000 GPA required in the minor. Minor in Music Theatre MUSIC THEORY, LITERATURE, AND THEATRE Complete three courses: MUS U201 Music Theory 1 4 SH or MUS U203 Music Theory for Music Industry 1 4 SH MUS U308 Principles of Music Literature 4 SH THE U310 American Musical Theatre 4 SH MUSIC HISTORY ELECTIVE
Choose one course from the following list: MUS U311 Historical Traditions 1: America 4 SH MUS U312 Historical Traditions 2: Classical 4 SH MUS U313 Historical Traditions 3: World 4 SH MUS U315 History of Electronic Music 4 SH MUS U550 Historical Traditions 4: Special Topics 4 SH VOICE LESSONS Complete four semesters of voice lessons (courses are repeatable): MUS U901 Music Lessons 1 1 SH or MUS U902 Music Lessons 2 1 SH PERFORMANCE: CHORUS Complete four semesters of chorus: MUS U904 Chorus 1 SH MUSIC ELECTIVE
Choose one course from the Department of Music.GPA REQUIREMENTS
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