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Media Production
  

  • MP 325 Ministry Arts Production

    Cross-listed with MU 325  and TH 325 . A study of the methods and special problems associated with mounting a seasonal production in a church or other religious setting. 2 hrs
  

  • MP 326 Ministry Arts Production Practicum

    Cross-listed with MU 326  and TH 326 . A companion course to MP 325 . Practical application of the methods used in mounting a seasonal production. Students will be given hands-on opportunities in the area of drama, music, and media arts and will be expected to assume positions of responsibility for follow the Star or other seasonal LC productions. Repeatable for up to four one-hour credits. 1 hr
  

  • MP 365 Directing and Studio Production

    Studio production and directing go hand in hand in this class designed for the student going into the broadcast field. The student will get hands on experience with multi camera shoots in the studio and the field. All aspects of production audio, video, lighting, editing and post-production will be used. 3 hrs
  

  • MP 370 Radio Production Practicum I

    This Radio practicum is designed to give the student practical application in the area of Radio production. Students will be actively involved in KZLC the on campus radio station. Students will serve as DJ’s and develop their own radio program - which will air though out the semester. 1 hr
  

  • MP 371 Radio Production Practicum II

    This Radio practicum is designed to give the student practical application in the area of Radio production. Students will be actively involved in KZLC the on campus radio station. Students will serve as DJ’s and develop their own radio program. They will also serve as management and development personnel, live remote coordinators and playlist developers. 1 hr
  

  • MP 372 TV/Video Production Practicum I

    This course introduces students to foundational concepts, and operation of Video production. Students will be exposed to many different forms of communication. This class helps them understand some of the delivery mechanisms of that system. 1 hr
  

  • MP 373 TV/Video Production Practicum II

    This course introduces students to foundational concepts, and operation of Video production. Students will be exposed to many different forms of communication. This class helps them understand some of the delivery mechanisms of that system. 1 hr
  

  • MP 374 Film Production Practicum I

    This course introduces students to foundational concepts, and operation of Film production. Students will be exposed to many different forms of communication. This class is the lab/practicum for MP 368 as such procedures learned in the classroom will be applied and expanded upon in the lab. 1 hr
  

  • MP 375 Film Production Practicum II

    This course introduces students to advanced foundational concepts, and operation of Film production. Students will be exposed to many different forms of communication. 1 hr
  

  • MP 410 Script Writing

    Writing and editing for screen and stage, including but not limited to commercials, television, film, stage, documentary, public relations, and advertising. Emphasis will be placed on developing student understanding of appropriate style guidelines in developing scripts. 3 hrs
  

  • MP 470 Media Management

    This course allows the student to examine their own leadership /management style based upon proven skill sets. They will learn how they would fit into an existing management level position and succeed. A through understanding of media companies and their success will be studied and applied. 3 hrs

Music
  

  • MU 100 Recital Seminar

    Record of student recital attendance. Students must attend a minimum of 10 recitals to pass. Pass/Fail. 0 hrs
  

  • MU 102 Piano Laboratory I

    Group instruction for secondaries and electives. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Three lab hours weekly. 1 hr
  

  • MU 104 Piano Laboratory for Non-Music Majors

    Group instruction for electives with little or no keyboard experience. Two lab hours weekly. 1 hr
  

  • MU 112 Piano Laboratory II

    Group instruction for secondaries and electives. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Three lab hours weekly. 1 hr
  

  • MU 140 Music Fundamentals

    Rudimentary principles of music, including notation and aural skills. 3 hrs
  

  • MU 141 Basic Musicianship: Harmony I

    Introduction to the theory of music. Study of diatonic harmony and melody including scales, intervals and four-part writing using triads, seventh chords and their inversions, study of melody construction and harmonization in vocal and instrumental styles. Prerequisite: Passing grade on Theory Placement Examination or MU 140  . 3 hrs
  

  • MU 142 Basic Musicianship: Harmony II

    Continuation of MU 141 . Prerequisite: MU 141  with a grade of “C” or better. 3 hrs
  

  • MU 143 Ear-training and Sight-singing I

    Training in sight-singing and aural perception. Corequisite: Taken concurrently with MU 141 . Two class hours weekly. 1 hr
  

  • MU 144 Ear-training and Sight-singing II

    Continuation of MU 143 . Prerequisite: MU 143  with a grade of “C” or better. Two class hours weekly. 1 hr
  

  • MU 145 Music Literature

    Music Literature serves as a foundational overview of Music History and Literature, providing the student with the necessary tools to be successful within the Music History and Literature sequence. 2 hrs
  

  • MU 171 Red River Wind Symphony

    Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Three rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 172 Louisiana College Wind Ensemble

    Select instrumental ensemble open to all students who qualify through audition. Performs classic and contemporary band literature. Three rehearsals weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 173 Louisiana College Marching Band

    Instrumental ensemble open to all students who qualify through audition. Provides entertainment at LC Athletics, community, and other selected events. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 174 String Orchestra

    The String Orchestra is open to all students who have experience at any level playing a string instrument. The orchestra performs at special events and supports the existing instrumental and vocal programs when necessary. Prerequisite: Audition for instructor. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 177 Jazz Ensemble

    Ensemble open to all students who qualify through auditions. To culminate in a concert each semester. Three rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 185 Piano Ensemble

    The study and performance of duet, duo, and other piano ensemble literature from the Baroque period to the 20th century. Attention will be given to performance practices and styles of the various periods. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Two lab hours weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 187 Opera Workshop

    Designed to give the student experience with operatic literature, stagecraft, and basic acting techniques. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Three lab hours weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 192 Lyric Theatre Production

    Designed to give the student experience with operatic, operetta, and musical theatre, stagecraft and basic acting techniques. This course meets for three hours weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 194 Lyric Theatre Orchestra

    Prepares students for participation in the Lyric Theatre’s annual production in an accompanying role. Students will rehearse 2 hours per week leading up to show run-throughs, then will have 4 full rehearsals and 6 scheduled performances. The Lyric Opera Orchestra requires advanced skills in instrumental performance, music reading, organization, and professional mindset. Prerequisite: Audition. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 195 Louisiana College Chorale

    Select choral group open to all students who qualify through audition. Prerequisite: audition and permission of the instructor. Three rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 196 Voices of LC

    The Voices of Louisiana College is one of the premier vocal ensembles on campus. This group travels throughout the state and region performing in churches and other venues to lead in worship and provde a quality public image for Louisiana College. Prerequisite: Audition from instructor. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 197 Louisianians

    Male choral group. Open to all male students. Prerequisite: audition and permission of the instructor. Two rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 198 Gracenotes of LC

    Female choral group. Open to all female students. Prerequisite: audition and permission of the director. Two rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 199 Elevate Worship

    Elevate Worship serves as the collective for both the Elevate Chapel Band and Elevate Travel Band. Both of these ensembles will serve the misson of Louisiana College by leading peers and state-wide entities in musical worship. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 200 Music Appreciation

    An overview of Western music with special emphasis upon patterns which mark the change from one historical period and its cultural expression of values to another. 3 hrs
  

  • MU 202 Piano Laboratory III

    Group instruction for secondaries and electives. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Three lab hours weekly. 1 hr
  

  • MU 212 Piano Laboratory IV

    Group instruction for secondaries and electives. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Three lab hours weekly. 1 hr
  

  • MU 241 Basic Musicianship: Harmony III

    Continuation of MU 142 . Study of chromatic harmony and melody including modulation, borrowed and altered chords, and twentieth-century harmony. Prerequisite: MU 142  with a grade of “C” or better. 3 hrs
  

  • MU 242 Basic Musicianship: Harmony IV

    Continuation of MU 241 . Prerequisite: MU 241  with a grade of “C” or better. 3 hrs
  

  • MU 243 Ear-training and Sight-singing III

    Continuation of MU 144 . Two class hours weekly. Prerequisite: MU 144  with a grade of “C” or better. Three class hours weekly. 1 hr (Fee $20)
  

  • MU 244 Ear-training and Sight-singing IV

    Continuation of MU 243 . Two class hours weekly. Prerequisite: MU 243  with a grade of “C” or better. Three class hours weekly. 1 hr
  

  • MU 245 Biblical Foundations of Worship

    An exploration of the concept and practice of worship in the Old and New Testament. 3 hrs
  

  • MU 246 Dynamics of Worship Leadership

    An introduction to worship leadership in the local church. This course gives special emphasis to the practices of planning worship, rehearsing rhythm sections, and leading in corporate worship. 3 hrs
  

  • MU 251 Conducting and Score Reading

    The elementary theory and practice of conducting. Emphasis on choral conducting. Choral and orchestral score-reading. Prerequisite: MU 142 . Three class hours weekly. 2 hrs
  

  • MU 252 Piano Pedagogy I

    Basic principles, techniques, and philosophies of private piano teaching. A survey and evaluation of teaching resources available to the piano teacher. Consideration of problems and ethics involved in maintaining a private studio. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. 2 hrs
  

  • MU 253 Piano Pedagogy II (Practice Teaching Practicum)

    A course consisting of one-hour weekly observation in the piano studio and the actual weekly practice teaching of two beginning students. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. 2 hrs
  

  • MU 254 Diction for Singers (English and Latin)

    Pronunciation of the English and Latin languages through the learning and use of the International Phonetic Alphabet. Two class hours weekly. 1 hr
  

  • MU 255 Diction for Singers (German and Italian)

    A phonetic approach to German and Italian diction. Introduction to International Phonetic Alphabet. Two class hours weekly, additional lab requirements. 1 hr
  

  • MU 256 Diction for Singers (French)

    Continuation of MU 255  encompassing French. Prerequisite: MU 255 . Two class hours weekly, additional lab requirements. 1 hr
  

  • MU 271 Red River Wind Symphony

    Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Three rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 272 Louisiana College Wind Ensemble

    Select instrumental ensemble open to all students who qualify through audition. Performs classic and contemporary band literature. Three rehearsals weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 273 Louisiana College Marching Band

    Instrumental ensemble open to all students who qualify through audition. Provides entertainment at LC Athletics, community, and other selected events. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 274 String Orchestra

    The String Orchestra is open to all students who have experience at any level playing a string instrument. The orchestra performs at special events and supports the existing instrumental and vocal programs when necessary. Prerequisite: Audition for instructor. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 277 Jazz Ensemble

    Ensemble open to all students who qualify through auditions. To culminate in a concert each semester. Three rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 285 Piano Ensemble

    The study and performance of duet, duo, and other piano ensemble literature from the Baroque period to the 20th century. Attention will be given to performance practices and styles of the various periods. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Two lab hours weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 287 Opera Workshop

    Designed to give the student experience with operatic literature, stagecraft, and basic acting techniques. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Three lab hours weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 292 Lyric Theatre Production

    Designed to give the student experience with operatic, operetta, and musical theatre, stagecraft and basic acting techniques. This course meets for three hours weekly. Prerequisite: Student must complete at least one semester of the previous level. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 294 Lyric Theatre Orchestra

    Prepares students for participation in the Lyric Theatre’s annual production in an accompanying role. Students will rehearse 2 hours per week leading up to show run-throughs, then will have 4 full rehearsals and 6 scheduled performances. The Lyric Opera Orchestra requires advanced skills in instrumental performance, music reading, organization, and professional mindset. Prerequisite: Audition. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 295 Louisiana College Chorale

    Select choral group open to all students who qualify through audition. Prerequisite: audition and permission of the director. Three rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 296 Voices of LC

    The Voices of Louisiana College is one of the premier vocal ensembles on campus. This group travels throughout the state and region performing in churches and other venues to lead in worship and provde a quality public image for Louisiana College. Prerequisite: Audition from instructor. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 297 Louisianians

    Male choral group. Open to all male students. Prerequisite: audition and permission of the instructor. Two rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr (Fee $20)
  

  • MU 298 Gracenotes of LC

    Female choral group. Open to all female students. Prerequisite: audition and permission of the director. Two rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 299 Elevate Worship

    Elevate Worship serves as the collective for both the Elevate Chapel Band and Elevate Travel Band. Both of these ensembles will serve the mission of Louisiana College by leading peers and state-wide entities in msical worship. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 300 Junior Recital

    Performance recital for music majors in the junior year. Pass/Fail. 0 hrs
  

  • MU 310 Music Technology

    Basic skills in music technology including but not limited to: basic computer functions, music notation software, recording, sequencing, editing, mixing, relevant music apps, etc. Meets two hours weekly. 2 hr
  

  • MU 325 Ministry Arts Production

    Cross-listed with TH 325  and MP 325  . A study of the methods and special problems associated with mounting a seasonal production in a church or other religious settings. 2 hrs
  

  • MU 326 Ministry Arts Production Practicum

    Cross-listed with TH 326  and MP 326  . A companion course to MU 325 . Practical application of the methods used in mounting a production. Students will be given hands-on opportunities in the areas of drama, music and media arts and will be expected to assume positions of responsibility for LC productions. May be repeated four times for a maximum of four hours credit. 1 hr
  

  • MU 331 Music History and Literature I

    Music in the history of Western civilization from the ancient Greeks through the Baroque era as revealed in significant compositions, treatises and biographies. Additional study in world music. Three class hours weekly. 3 hrs
  

  • MU 332 Music History and Literature II

    Continuation of MU 331 . Begins with pre-Classical composers. Additional study in world music. Prerequisite: MU 331 . Three class hours weekly. 3 hrs
  

  • MU 341 Counterpoint

    Eighteenth-century counterpoint. Analysis of works by representative composers. Writing in two, three, and four voices. Prerequisite: MU 142 . Three class hours weekly. 2 hrs
  

  • MU 342 Form in Music

    Analysis of structural schemes, stylistic types, procedures and principles of formal organization most common in music from the seventeenth century to present. Prerequisite: MU 142 . Three class hours weekly. 2 hrs
  

  • MU 352 Advanced Conducting and Choral Techniques

    The conducting of choral groups. A study in advanced technique, style and interpretation. Special attention to choral problems and their solutions. Meets two hours weekly. Prerequisite: MU 251 . Three class hours weekly. 2 hrs
  

  • MU 353 Music in Elementary Schools

    Methods and materials for teaching music on the elementary level. Designed to provide basic skills and information for music education and church music majors. Prerequisite: admission to the teacher education program. 2 hrs
  

  • MU 354 Music in Secondary Schools

    Methods and materials for teaching music on the secondary level. Designed to provide basic skills and information for music education and church music majors. Prerequisite: MU 353 . 2 hrs
  

  • MU 355 Piano Pedagogy III

    A course designed to introduce procedures and materials for group piano instruction on the beginning and intermediate level. Prerequisite: MU 252 , MU 253   2 hrs
  

  • MU 356 Piano Pedagogy IV (Practice Teaching Practicum)

    A course consisting of one-hour weekly observation in the piano lab and an hour actual practice teaching in the lab. Prerequisite: MU 252 , MU 253 , MU 355 . 2 hrs
  

  • MU 357 Techniques in Piano Accompanying

    History of accompanying, mechanics of the musical instrument, elements of musical style, the study and performance of repertoire in these styles; a discussion of accompaniment types. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. 2 hrs
  

  • MU 358 Advanced Instrumental Conducting and Literature

    The conducting of instrumental ensembles, score reading, and instrumental performance practice. A study of advanced technique. Special attention to wind and percussion problems and their solutions. Emphasis on secondary school literature. Two class hours weekly. Prerequisite: MU 251 . Three class hours weekly. 2 hrs
  

  • MU 359 Marching Band Techniques

    The organization, administration, and directing of marching band. A study of show design, auxiliary units, and application of drum corps elements into school bands. Emphasis on secondary school groups. Three class hours weekly. (1-hour lecture, 2-hour laboratory/practicum). 2 hrs
  

  • MU 360 Choral Music in Secondary Schools

    A practical exploration of choral rehearsal techniques, instructional methods and resources, repertoire selection, and choral program management. 2 hrs
  

  • MU 361 Instrumental Music in Scondary Schools

    A practical exploration of instrumental rehearsal techniques, instructional methods and resources, repertoire selection, and instrumental music program management. 2 hrs
  

  • MU 362 Church Music Philosophy and Administration

    A survey of the history of music in the Protestant church, including the development of Christian worship forms. Orientation and organization of a churchwide program of music ministry. 3 hrs
  

  • MU 371 Red River Wind Symphony

    Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Three rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 372 Louisiana College Wind Ensemble

    Select instrumental ensemble open to all students who qualify through audition. Performs classic and contemporary band literature. Three rehearsals weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 373 Louisiana College Marching Band

    Instrumental ensemble open to all students who qualify through audition. Provides entertainment at LC Athletics, community, and other selected events. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 374 String Orchestra

    The String Orchestra is open to all students who have experience at any level playing a string instrument. The orchestra performs at special events and supports the existing instrumental and vocal programs when necessary. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 377 Jazz Ensemble

    Ensemble open to all students who qualify through auditions. To culminate in a concert each semester. Three rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 380 Brass Methods I

    A study of the fundamental techniques for each group of instruments as related to the teaching of beginning instrumental students and directing of instrumental ensembles. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. 1 hr
  

  • MU 381 Woodwind Methods I

    A study of the fundamental techniques for each group of instruments as related to the teaching of beginning instrumental students and directing of instrumental ensembles. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. 1 hr
  

  • MU 382 String Methods I

    A study of the fundamental techniques for each group of instruments as related to the teaching of beginning instrumental students and directing of instrumental ensembles. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. 1 hr
  

  • MU 383 Percussion Methods I

    A study of the fundamental techniques for each group of instruments as related to the teaching of beginning instrumental students and directing of instrumental ensembles. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. 1 hr
  

  • MU 385 Piano Ensemble

    The study and performance of duet, duo, and other piano ensemble literature from the Baroque period to the 20th century. Attention will be given to performance practices and styles of the various periods. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Two lab hours weekly. 0-1 hr (Fee $20)
  

  • MU 386 Jazz Methods

    A study of fundamental techniques and pedagogy of jazz with emphasis on secondary school education. 1 hr (Fee $20)
  

  • MU 387 Opera Workshop

    Designed to give the student experience with operatic literature, stagecraft, and basic acting techniques. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Three lab hours weekly. 0-1 hr (Fee $20)
  

  • MU 392 Lyric Theatre Production

    Designed to give the student experience with operatic, operetta, and musical theatre, stagecraft and basic acting techniques. This course meets for three hours weekly. Prerequisite: Student must complete at least one semester of the previous level. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 394 Lyric Theatre Orchestra

    Prepares students for participation in the Lyric Theatre’s annual production in an accompanying role. Students will rehearse 2 hours per week leading up to show run-throughs, then will have 4 full rehearsals and 6 scheduled performances. The Lyric Opera Orchestra requires advanced skills in instrumental performance, music reading, organization, and professional mindset. Prerequisite: Audition. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 395 Louisiana College Chorale

    Select choral group open to all students who qualify through audition. Prerequisite: audition and permission of the director. Three rehearsal hours weekly. 0-1 hr (Fee $50)
  

  • MU 396 Voices of LC

    The Voices of Louisiana College is one of the premier vocal ensembles on campus. This group travels throughout the state and region performing in churches and other venues to lead in worship and provide a quality public image for Louisiana College. 0-1 hr
  

  • MU 396 Voices of LC

    The Voices of Louisiana College is one of the premier vocal ensembles on campus. This group travels throughout the state and region performing in churches and other venues to lead in worship and provide a quality public image for Louisiana College. 0-1 hr
 

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