Music: Vocal Performance BM - 4 Year Degree Map

Degree Map Notes

Following is a sample four-year plan. Please note that student-specific plans may differ.
Meet with an academic advisor to create a specific plan that best fits your academic needs.
The student is ultimately responsible for knowing and completing all degree requirements.
Make sure you meet the registration requirements for each class by clicking the course link and checking any prerequisites or corequisites.
Consultation with an advisor may result in an altered plan customized for an individual student.
Check your Degree Works for requirements and completion.

Year 1

Fall Semester (15-17 credits)

*Students that are pre-music majors are expected to enroll in MUSC 1105 during their first semester at USU.

The course is intended to prepare students for MUSC 1110 - Music Theory I (BCA) . Although the course is not required for graduation, it is expected that students will register for the course and either complete it or test out. Even if testing out, students must register for the course.

**MUSC 2180 consists of a series of three proficiency exams that all music majors must complete prior to the completion of four semesters of study.

1-4 credits as determined by Music Faculty Advisor to pass Level 5 Piano Proficiency in MUSC 2490 . MUSC 5600 - Register for 1 credit; May register for more with permission of instructor.

Students will take a total of 8 semesters to graduate in MUSC 1635.

8 credits minimum in MUSC 26/46XX: Vocal Major Ensemble.

ENGL 1010 - Writing as Inquiry (CL1) 3 credit(s)
MUSC 1105 - Fundamentals for Music Majors (BCA) 3 credit(s)
MUSC 1170 - Keyboard Harmony I 1 credit(s)
MUSC 2180 - Computer Applications in Music Proficiency Exam 1 credit(s)
MUSC 2490 - Individual Piano Instruction (Second Instrument) for Music Majors 1-2 credit(s)
MUSC 5600 - Opera Theatre Production 1-3 credit(s)
MUSC 1635 - Individual Pre-Music Voice Instruction 1-2 credit(s)
MUSC 26/46XX: Vocal Major Ensemble
Quantitative Literacy (QL) (3-5 credits) (or Math Placement )

Spring Semester (17 credits)

1-4 credits as determined by Musical Faculty Advisor to pass Level 5 Piano Proficiency in MUSC 2490 . MUSC 5600 - Register for 1 credit; May register for more with permission of instructor.

Students will take a total 8 semesters to graduate in MUSC 1635 . 8 credits minimum in MUSC 26/46XX Vocal Major Ensemble.

ENGL 2010 - Research and Argument Across Perspectives (CL2) 3 credit(s)
MUSC 1110 - Music Theory I (BCA) 3 credit(s)
MUSC 1130 - Aural Skills I 1 credit(s)
MUSC 1180 - Keyboard Harmony II 1 credit(s)
MUSC 1190 - World Music 3 credit(s)
MUSC 2490 - Individual Piano Instruction (Second Instrument) for Music Majors 1-2 credit(s)
MUSC 2660 - Italian Diction for Singers 2 credit(s)
MUSC 5600 - Opera Theatre Production 1-3 credit(s)
MUSC 1635 - Individual Pre-Music Voice Instruction 1-2 credit(s)
MUSC 26/46XX Vocal Major Ensemble (1 credit)

Year 2

Fall Semester (15-17 credits)

MUSC 5600 - Register for 1 credit; May register for more with permission of instructor.

Students will take a total 8 semesters to graduate in MUSC 2645 .

8 credits minimum in MUSC 26/46XX: Vocal Major Ensemble.

MUSC 1120 - Music Theory II 3 credit(s)
MUSC 1140 - Aural Skills II 1 credit(s)
MUSC 2490 - Individual Piano Instruction (Second Instrument) for Music Majors 1-2 credit(s)
MUSC 2670 - German Diction for Singers 2 credit(s)
MUSC 3110 - Music History I: Antiquity through the Renaissance 3 credit(s)
MUSC 5600 - Opera Theatre Production 1-3 credit(s)
MUSC 2645 - Individual Pre-Barrier Voice Instruction 1-2 credit(s)
MUSC 26/46XX: Vocal Major Ensemble (1 credit)
Breadth Life Sciences (BLS) or Breadth Physical Sciences (BPS) Course (3 credits)

Spring Semester (16 credits)

MUSC 5600 - Register for 1 credit; May register for more with permission of instructor.

Students will take a total 8 semesters to graduate in MUSC 3670 .

8 credits minimum in MUSC 26/46XX: Vocal Major Ensemble.

MUSC 2110 - Music Theory III 3 credit(s)
MUSC 2130 - Aural Skills III 1 credit(s)
MUSC 2490 - Individual Piano Instruction (Second Instrument) for Music Majors 1-2 credit(s)
MUSC 2680 - French Diction for Singers 2 credit(s)
MUSC 3120 - Music History II: The Baroque and Classical Periods 3 credit(s)
MUSC 5600 - Opera Theatre Production 1-3 credit(s)
MUSC 3670 - Individual Vocal Instruction for Music Majors 1-2 credit(s)
MUSC 26/46XX: Vocal Major Ensemble (1 credit)
Quantitative Intensive (QI) Course (3 credits)

Year 3

Fall Semester (15-16 credits)

MUSC 5600 - Register for 1 credit; May register for more with permission of instructor.

Students will take a total 8 semesters to graduate in MUSC 3670 . 8 credits minimum in MUSC 26/46XX: Vocal Major Ensemble.

The foreign language requirement can be met by either taking two consecutive semesters of the same language or one semester of two different languages.

*A music theory elective course is offered every fall and spring semester. The music theory elective course may be taken any semester after completing MUSC 2110 with a grade of C or better. Music students should plan which option they wish to take and consult with the music department office regarding which semester that option will be offered.

MUSC 3170 - Special Topics in Music Theory 3 credit(s) *
MUSC 3190 - Music History III: Romanticism through the 21st Century (CI) 3 credit(s)
MUSC 5600 - Opera Theatre Production 1-3 credit(s)
MUSC 3610 - Vocal Repertory I 2 credit(s) or
MUSC 3630 - Vocal Pedagogy I 3 credit(s)
MUSC 3670 - Individual Vocal Instruction for Music Majors 1-2 credit(s)
MUSC 26/46XX: Vocal Major Ensemble (1 credit)
Foreign Language Course (French, German or Italian) (4 credits)

Spring Semester (13-16 credits)

MUSC 5600 - Register for 1 credit; May register for more with permission of instructor.

Students will take a total 8 semesters to graduate in MUSC 3670 .

8 credits minimum in MUSC 26/46XX: Vocal Major Ensemble.

The foreign language requirement can be met by either taking two consecutive semesters of the same language or one semester of two different languages.

MUSC 5600 - Opera Theatre Production 1-3 credit(s)
MUSC 3620 - Vocal Repertory II (CI) 2 credit(s) or
MUSC 3640 - Vocal Pedagogy II 3 credit(s)
MUSC 3670 - Individual Vocal Instruction for Music Majors 1-2 credit(s)
MUSC 3920 - Junior Recital 1-2 credit(s)
MUSC 26/46XX: Vocal Major Ensemble (1 credit)
Breadth Life Sciences (BLS) or Breadth Physical Sciences (BPS) Course (3 credits)
Foreign Language Course (French, German or Italian) (4 credits)

Year 4

Fall Semester (14-17 credits)

MUSC 5600 -Register for 1 credit; May register for more with permission of instructor.

Students will take a total 8 semesters to graduate in MUSC 3670 .

8 credits minimum in MUSC 26/46XX: Vocal Major Ensemble.

MUSC 5600 - Opera Theatre Production 1-3 credit(s)
MUSC 3610 - Vocal Repertory I 2 credit(s) or
MUSC 3630 - Vocal Pedagogy I 3 credit(s)
MUSC 3670 - Individual Vocal Instruction for Music Majors 1-2 credit(s)
MUSC 26/46XX: Vocal Major Ensemble (1 credit)
Breadth Social Sciences (BSS) Course (3 credits)
Breadth Humanities (BHU) or Breadth American Institutions (BAI) Course (3 credits)
Depth Social Sciences (DSS) Course (3 credits)

Spring Semester (15-18 credits)

MUSC 5600 - Register for 1 credit; May register for more with permission of instructor.

Students will take a total 8 semesters to graduate in MUSC 3670 .

Students should register for 2 credits for senior recital (MUSC 4920 ).

8 credits minimum in MUSC 26/46XX: Vocal Major Ensemble.

MUSC 2350 - Conducting 2 credit(s)
MUSC 5600 - Opera Theatre Production 1-3 credit(s)
MUSC 3620 - Vocal Repertory II (CI) 2 credit(s) or
MUSC 3640 - Vocal Pedagogy II 3 credit(s)
MUSC 3670 - Individual Vocal Instruction for Music Majors 1-2 credit(s)
MUSC 4920 - Senior Recital 1-2 credit(s)
MUSC 26/46XX: Vocal Major Ensemble (1 credit)
Breadth Humanities (BHU) or Breadth American Institutions (BAI) Course (3 credits)
Depth Life and Physical Sciences (DSC) Course (3 credits)