Sacred Music Specialization
Perform works from cantatas, oratorio, sacred choral repertoire, and interfaith celebrations
The Sacred Music Specialization is designed for individuals who are interested in a music degree with an emphasis on a sacred music. You will build music leadership skills through applied lessons, directed coursework, ensembles, and Church/Synagogue experiences. By concentrating on sacred music, you will also acquire a foundation in Judeo-Christian thought and practice through biblical, history, comparative, systematic, liturgical, moral and spiritual theology.
| Music Core | 27 credits |
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| MUS 109 | Theory I | 3 credits |
| MUS 110 | Theory II | 3 credits |
| MUS 186 | Ensemble | 3 credits |
| MUS 135-288 | Applied Music | 8 credits |
| MUS 327 | History: Baroque and Classical | 3 credits |
| MUS 328 | History: Romantic Music | 3 credits |
| MUS 386 | Ensemble | 3 credits |
| MUS 497 | Senior Seminar | 1 credit |
| Sacred Music Requirements | 10 credits |
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| MUS 350 | History: Sacred Music Literature | 3 credits |
| MUS 384 | Conducting I | 2 credits |
| MUS 385 | Conducting II | 2 credits |
| MUS 386 | Chamber Ensemble | 3 credits |
| Theology Co-requisites | 18 credits |
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| THE 201 | Theology: Faith, Beliefs and Traditions | 3 credits |
| THE 309 | Old Testament and its Interpreters | 3 credits |
| THE 321 | The New Testament as Christian Scripture | 3 credits |
| THE 344 | Sacraments | 3 credits |
| THE 345 | Liturgy, Feasts and Devotions | 3 credits |
| THE 354 | Worship in Music | 3 credits |
| Sacred Music Electives | 24 credits |
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| MUS 192 | Performance Workshop | 3 credits |
| MUS 211 | Theory III | 3 credits |
| MUS 212 | Theory IV | 3 credits |
| MUS 386 | Chamber Ensemble | 3 credits |
| MUS 392 | Performance Workshop | 3 credits |
| MUS 335-487 | Applied Music | 2-6 credits |
