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Music Insalaco College of Creative Arts and Management Catalog Information || Faculty || Goals || Requirements for Majors || Degree Requirements || Curriculum Requirements || Collaborative Programs || Minor in Music || Requirements for Admission || Facilities || Faculty   Joseph E. Fields, D.M.A., Administrator Christiane Appenheimer-Vaida Sister Benedicta Berendes Kenneth E. Brader, III, B.S.* Jerome Campbell William Carter, M. Div.* Joseph Cole, B.M.* Sister M. Alphonsa Concilio, M.A., C.M.F.C. Mary Gallacher, M.A.* Paulette Gallo, M.A.* Maria Hricko-Fay, M.T.-B.C., M.S.W./L.S.W.* Thomas Hrynkiw, M.M.* Mark Ignatovich, M.A.* Cheryl L. Jones-Ellsworth, M.S., M.T. - B.C.* Iris Jortner, M.M.* Mark Laubach, M.M.* Steven Mathiesen, M.M.* Sister Joan McCusker, I.H.M., Ph.D. Michele Millington, M.A.* Sister Joan Paskert, M.M., N.C.T.M., C.M.F.C. Sister Mariam Pfeifer, M.A., M.T.-B.C., director, Music Therapy Program Karen Rainey, M.A.* Sister Miriam Joseph Reinhardt, I.H.M., Ph.D., C.M.F.C.* Ellen Rutkowski, M.A.* Kathleen A. Sears Smith, M.A.* Sophie Till, M.M.* Sharon Toman, M.M.* D. Charles Truitt, M.A.* Edward Wargo, M.M.* William Weber, M.M., C.M.F.C. *Part-time Goals In keeping with the mission and goals of Marywood University, the programs in music provide a framework for students to master the professional and leadership skills necessary for various careers in music, while at the same time enabling them to develop their highest human potential. Our goal is to foster and inspire spiritual, ethical and religious values while simultaneously providing multiple educational musical experiences as we teach our students to live in an interdependent world. The programs are designed to help the students attain: an understanding of the theory and style of musical compositions of each era; the ability to relate this knowledge to each composition performed, heard or taught; the ability to perform proficiently in at least one performance medium; the ability to demonstrate basic technique on those instruments that are not the major performing medium (including voice); the ability to evaluate musical performance and suggest techniques for improvement where applicable; an understanding and appreciation of nonwestern musical cultures; and familiarity with technology appropriate to the degree program. In addition to specific careers appropriate to the programs outlined in this catalog, students are prepared to pursue careers in the music industry and musical theatre and as music librarians, arrangers, consultants with publishing companies, music journalists, and arts managers.   Requirements for all Bachelor of Music Majors All B.M. students whose primary performing instrument is not keyboard must pass a piano proficiency examination. If keyboard skill is lacking, Class Piano is required. In addition, all Music Therapy majors must pass a guitar and voice proficiency examination. B.M. candidates must present a senior recital on the major performing area. All Music majors are required to participate in a major ensemble appropriate to their primary performing instrument each semester of full-time status. This should be a choral ensemble for those majoring in voice, keyboard, and guitar;players; Wind Ensemble for woodwind, brass and percussion; and Orchestra for strings. String, woodwind, brass and percussion majors must also participate in a vocal ensemble for four semesters. All music majors are required to complete the University liberal arts core requirements and competency courses. These requirements will vary somewhat by degree program. For example: several of the courses in the liberal arts are replaced by similar courses in the Music Therapy program and those courses do not have to be taken in both areas. Students should consult their advisor to determine the exact combination of courses required for their particular program. Degree Requirements Major Liberal Arts Competencies Electives To Graduate B.M. Music Education 85 45 5 0 135 B.M. Performance 78 45 7 3 133 B.M. Music Therapy 86-88 40 7 0 133-135 Liberal Arts Studies -- maximum of 52 credits I. New Student Seminar (2) UNIV 100 Living Responsibly in an Interdependent World (2) II. The Human Condition in its Ultimate Relationship R ST 112 Modern Belief (3) R ST varies Elective above 100 (3) PHIL 113 Introduction to Philosophy (3) PHIL varies Elective above 100 level (3) III. The Human Condition in the context of the Physical World Math varies Elective (3) Science varies Elective with lab (4) *Math/Science varies Elective (3) *Music Therapy students do not take the Math/Science elective which is satisfied by MTH 372 and 373. IV. The Human Condition in Relation to Self and Social Structure PSY 211 General Psychology (3) History varies Elective must be global orientation (3) **SOC 211 or SSCI 201 Introductory Sociology or Intro to Social Science (3) **Required for Music Therapy majors. V. The Human Condition in its Cultural Context ENGL 180 Intro. to World Lit. (3) ENGL varies Elective above 301 (3) ***LANG varies Foreign Language (6) Competencies COMM 101 Dynamics of Speech Communication (2) ENGL 160 Writing Skills (3) P ED 125 Rhythms 2) ***Voice Majors will substitute MUSC 318A, B, C for 3 credits of foreign language. Non-voice majors will take 6 credits in foreign language.   Curriculum Requirements -- || Music Education || Performance || Church Music || Music Therapy || B.M. in Music Education Graduates of this program are eligible for certification to teach and supervise vocal and instrumental music, K-12, and to matriculate for further graduate study. A Music Education candidate must complete 100 hours of assigned fieldwork in observation during the years before student teaching. Students typically make formal application for admission to the Teacher Education Program in the second semester of the sophomore year following recommendation from the Music Department. Minimum QPA for formal acceptance into this sequence is set by the Education Department. Although Music Education candidates who have fulfilled all requirements except student teaching may graduate, certification requires a successful student teaching experience and the passing of the PRAXIS battery of tests. This program requires at least eight regular semesters and additional summer sessions. Students should also consult the Education Department for a description of admission and retention criteria. Applicants possessing a bachelor's degree in a related music field (e.g., music performance, music therapy, church music) who are seeking initial teacher certification must successfully complete both the Music Education (II) and the Professional Education components(III). Applicants possessing a bachelor's degree in a field other than music (e.g., education, art, etc.) who are seeking initial teacher certification must successfully complete Basic Musicianship (I), the Music Education (II) and the Professional Education (III) components. I. BASIC MUSICIANSHIP AND PERFORMANCE -- 46 credits MUSC 111A, B Written Theory I (4) MUSC 112A, B Aural Skills I (2) MUSC 115A,B Conducting I (2) MUSC 120A,B Fundamentals of Vocal Techniques (2) MUSC 211A, B Written Theory II (2) MUSC 212A, B Aural Skills II (2) MUSC 213A, B Keyboard Harmony (2) MUSC 321A, B History of Music III, IV (6) MUSC 412A Orchestration (2) MUSC 421 Introduction to World Music (1) MUSC 419 Conducting II (1) MUSC varies Applied Major (14) MUSC varies Applied Minor (2) MUSC varies Ensemble (4+) II. MUSIC EDUCATION COMPONENT -- 14 credits MUSC 118 Percussion Methods (2) MUSC 215A Violin Methods (2) MUSC 215B Cello/Bass Methods (2) MUSC 311B Music Education in Elementary School (2) MUSC 312 Music Education in Secondary School (2) MUSC 315A Brass Methods (2) MUSC 315B Woodwind Methods (2) MUSC 315C Instrumental Lab (0) III. PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION -- 25 credits** EDUC 000 Field Experience, 100 hours (0)s EDUC 100, 101 Introduction to Education (1) PSY 251 Developmental Psychology (3) EDUC 311 Educational Psychology (3) EDUC 411A Effective Instruction in Secondary and K-12 Education (3) EDUC 414 Social Foundations of Education (3) EDUC 442M Student Teaching (12) * All Music Education majors will develop skills and competencies for effective oral communication, persuasive speech, and critical thinking in required music education courses (MUSC 311B and MUSC 312). The overall effect will be consistent with the standards outlined in COMM 101. A graded component of MUSC 312 will be the delivery of a persuasive speech commensurate with the speech place-out examination. ** required by Education Department The curriculum requirements discussed in this section are subject to change, based on guidelines established by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. B.M. in Performance Graduates of this program are prepared for solo/ensemble performance, studio teaching and further graduate study. In addition to a solo recital in the senior year, the performance major must also present a solo recital in the junior year. I. MAJOR AREA - 40 credits MUSC varies Applied Major (32) MUSC varies Pedagogy/Literature in major performing instrument/voice (1-4) MUSC varies Ensemble (4+) II. SUPPORTIVE MUSIC COURSES -- 41 credits MUSC 111A, B Written Theory I (4) MUSC 112A, B Aural Skills I (2) MUSC 115A,B Conducting I (2) MUSC 120A,B Fundamentals of Vocal Techniques (2) MUSC 127A,B Class Piano (where applicable) (4) MUSC 211A, B Written Theory II (2) MUSC 212A, B Aural Skills II (2) MUSC 213A, B Keyboard Harmony (2) MUSC 321A,B History of Music III, IV (6) MUSC 411 Modal Counterpoint (3) MUSC 412A Orchestration (2) MUSC 413 Tonal Counterpoint (3) MUSC 415 Composition (2) MUSC 419 Conducting II (1) MUSC 421 Introduction to World Music (1) MUSC varies Elective (3)   I. MAJOR AREA -- 40 credits MUSC 000 Church Music Observation (0) MUSC 113 Introductory Practicum in Church Music (1) MUSC 225A, B Church Music Internship I A (4) MUSC 325A, B Church Music Internship II A,B (0) MUSC 425A, B Church Music Internship III A,B (0) MUSC 270 Worship with Children and Youth (2) MUSC 370 Accompaniment of Sacred Song (2) MUSC 374 Accompaniment of Sacred Song (2) MUSC 473 Music of the Singing Church (2) MUSC 435 Church Music Methods and Administration (3) MUSC 476 or MUSC 477 Pipe Organ for Non-Organists Organ Literature, Construction and Design (for Organists) (2) MUSC varies Applied Major (14) MUSC varies or MUSC 127 A,B Applied Voice Class Piano (where applicable) (4) MUSC varies Ensemble (4+) II. SUPPORTIVE MUSIC COURSES -- 36 credits MUSC 111A,B Written Theory I (4) MUSC 112A,B Aural Skills I (2) MUSC 115A,B Conducting I (2) MUSC 120A,B Fundamentals of Vocal Techniques (2) MUSC 211A,B Written Theory II (2) MUSC 212A,B Aural Skills II (2) MUSC 213A,B Keyboard Harmony (2) MUSC 321A,B History of Music III, IV (6) MUSC 411 Modal Counterpoint (3) MUSC 412A Orchestration (2) MUSC 413 Tonal Counterpoint (3) MUSC 415 Composition (2) MUSC 421 Introduction to World Music (1) MUSC 470 Seminar in Liturgy (3) Nine (9) credits of electives in Religious Studies are required in addition to the liberal arts requirements. B.M. in Music Therapy Completion of this program leads to board certification as a music therapist. Following the academic studies, and the required clinical training, the candidate is eligible to take the National Board Certification Examination for Music Therapists, designed and administered by the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT). The credential awarded is Music Therapist-Board Certified (MT-BC). The Music Therapy degree candidate completes a minimum of 1200 hours of clinical training, which has two components: pre-internship and internship. Pre-internship training consists of various practical field experiences with at least three different populations, taken by a student in conjunction with music therapy course work as pre-requisite for internship placement. Internship is the culminating, in-depth, supervised clinical training experience in an entry level degree program in music therapy. Students may choose from the national roster of all AMTA-approved internship sites, or the academic institution’s affiliated internship programs in collaboration with the music therapy advisor. This competency-based curriculum prepares students for a career using music in a systematic sequence of interventions leading to specific changes with children, adolescents, and adults requiring special services. A credentialed music therapist is employed in such places as community health centers; traditional state and private facilities serving persons with mental and physical challenges, including psychiatric partial hospitalization day programs, group homes or intermediate care facilities for people with developmental disabilities; general hospitals; allied health rehabilitation centers; day care centers; nursing homes; senior centers; hospice care; correctional facilities; schools; private practice; consultative work, and/or further graduate study. Professional membership is available through the American Music Therapy Association, Inc. (AMTA).   I. BASIC MUSICIANSHIP AND PERFORMANCE 52 -- 54 credits MUSC 111A,B Written Theory I (4) MUSC 112A,B Aural Skills I (2) MUSC 115A,B Conducting I (2) MUSC 118C Percussion Class (2) MUSC 120A,B Fundamentals of Vocal Techniques (2) MUSC 211A,B Written Theory II (2) MUSC 212A,B Aural Skills II (2) MUSC 213A,B Keyboard Harmony (2) MUSC 321A,B History of Music III, IV (6) MUSC 376 Recreational Music (2) MUSC 412A Orchestration (2) MUSC varies Applied Major (14) MUSC varies Applied Guitar (2) MUSC 127A, B Class Piano (where applicable) (4) MUSC varies Ensemble (4-6) II. MUSIC THERAPY COMPONENT -- 19 credits M TH 170A,B Introduction to Music Therapy (4) M TH 171 Clinical Experience (20 hours) (0) M TH 271A,B Pre-Internship Clinical Experience (40 hours) (0) M TH 271SA,B Pre-Internship Seminar (1) M TH 371A,B Pre-Internship Clinical Experience (50 hours) (0) M TH 371S Pre-Internship Seminar (1) M TH 372 Psychological Foundations I (2) M TH 373 Psychological Foundations II (2) M TH 377 Piano Improvisation (2) M TH 471A,B Pre-Internship Clinical Experience (50 hours) (0) M TH 471SA,B Pre-Internship Seminar (1) M TH 474 Music in Therapy (3) M TH 475 Influence of Music on Behavior (3) M TH 480 Music Therapy Internship (1040 hours) (0) III. BEHAVIORAL/HEALTH/NATURAL SCIENCE -- 15 credits *BIOL 130 Anatomy and Physiology and lab (4) P ED 125 Rhythms (2) * PSY 211 General Psychology PSY 251 Developmental Psychology (3) PSY 431 Abnormal Psychology (3) PSY 432 Abnormal Behavior in Children and Adolescents (3) S ED 152 Orientation to Exceptionalities (2) S ED 355M,A Fine Arts for Students with Disabilities (2) * SOC 211 Introductory Sociology *Included in liberal arts requirements Degree -- Equivalency in Music Therapy Certificate Program This program is designed for the student who holds a bachelor's degree in music and wishes to seek board certification in order to begin professional practice as a music therapist. The equivalency program consists of all core music therapy and clinical training requirements, plus any pertinent courses in related fields (e.g., abnormal psychology, etc.) It should be noted that an equivalency program is regarded as entry level, regardless of the level of credit awarded for course work. The student usually earns undergraduate credit for these courses. Prior to beginning the program, the director of Music Therapy designs a course of study with the student that will result in entry-level competencies in three main areas: musical, clinical, and music therapy foundations and principles, as specified in the AMTA Professional Competencies. The transcripts of the student's work, i.e., the first degree plus the music therapy course work, must meet the required competency based standards. The equivalency program in Music Therapy requires a minimum of three semesters or one and a half years, plus the minimum of 1200 internship hours as specified above. The internship follows the completion of the core music therapy course work. Upon successful completion of both the academic and clinical components, the credential Music Therapist-Board Certified (MT-BC) is initially obtained by successful in passing of the national board certification examination designed and administered by the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT). Each certificant must re-certify every five years. Professional membership is available with the American Music Therapy association, Inc. (AMTA). Collaborative Programs || Musical Theatre || Arts Administration || Elementary Education with a Concentration in Music || B.A. in Musical Theatre Theatre and music as a combined form have a history that extends back to the time of Thespis and the dithyrambs of ancient Greece. Encompassing the world of musical theatre and our responsible living in an interdependent world, the program in Performing Arts forms an intrinsic parallel to the Undergraduate School curricular purpose regarding the human condition. Combining music and theatre, the program consists of these objectives: introducing the student to the technical facilities of musical theatre; familiarizing the student with the separate as well as the combined standards for effective theatrical and musical performance; developing student competencies in musical theatre performance. Admission to this program requires an audition. Completion of this program prepares the student for professional work in music and/or drama, as well as further graduate study. This program has received final approval for listing in the NASM Directory. MUSC 111A,B Written Theory I (4) MUSC 112A,B Aural Skills I (2) MUSC 113A Aural Skills I (2) MUSC 115A,B Conducting I (2) MUSC 120A,B Fundamentals of Vocal Techniques (2) MUSC 318A,B,C Italian, German and French Vocal Literature (3) MUSC 321A,B History of Music III,IV (6) MUSC varies Applied Major (7) MUSC varies Vocal Ensemble (2) MUSC varies Elective (2) A total of 30 credits is required. The Performing Arts major must appear in a public musical performance each year at Marywood. The theatre component of this major is outlined in the Communication Arts section of this catalog. B.A. in Arts Administration Primary concentration -- Music; Secondary Concentration -- Art or Theatre Music, art or theatre and business as a combined form have cultural and practical aspects. Encompassing the arts in their broadest interpretation and incorporating a basic business component, this program permits students to live responsibly in an interdependent world. It forms an intrinsic parallel to the undergraduate curricular purpose regarding the human condition. Combining music, art or theatre and a business component, the program consists of these objectives: developing student competencies in music; developing in the student basic skills in business administration; familiarizing the student with the separate as well as the combined standards for effective arts management. Graduates of this program are prepared for a variety of positions in organizations concerned with artistic presentations. Arts administrators are needed in federal, state and community arts agencies, as well as in the promotion of arts education programs. Requirements BUS 103 Computer Tools for Management (3) BUS 111 Principles of Marketing (3) BUS 121 Principles of Management (3) BUS 131 Accounting I (3) BUS 132 Accounting II (3) BUS 252 Business Law I (3) BUS varies Electives (6) A total of 24 credits is required. Primary Concentration -- Music MUSC 109 or 111A & 112A Introduction to Theory or Written Theory I & Aural Skills I (3) MUSC 115A Conducting I (1) MUSC 120A Fundamentals of Vocal Techniques (1) MUSC 322 History of Music I (3) MUSC 323 History of Music II (3) MUSC varies Applied Music (4) MUSC varies Choral/Instrumental Ensemble (3) MUSC 203 Arts Management (3) MUSC 303 Practicum (2) MUSC 403 Internship (3) A total of 26 credits is required. If one chooses Art or Theatre as a primary concentration, then Music becomes the secondary concentration as follows: Secondary Concentration -- Music MUSC 109 or 111A & 112A Introduction to Theory or Written Theory I & Aural Skills I (3) MUSC 115A Conducting (1) MUSC 120A Fundamentals of Vocal Techniques (1) MUSC 322 History of Music I (3) MUSC 323 History of Music II (3) MUSC varies Applied Music (2) MUSC varies Choral/Instrumental Ensemble (2) A total of 15 credits is required. See requirements for Art and Theatre components in those sections of this catalog. For a major in Elementary Education, one may choose a concentration in Music as follows: B.S. In Elementary Education with a Concentration in Music Graduates are certified to teach K-6 all subjects - music within the classroom. MUSC 109 or 111A & 112A Introduction to Theory or Written Theory I & Aural Skills I (3) MUSC 115A,B Conducting I (2) MUSC 120A,B Fundamentals of Vocal Techniques (2) MUSC 322 History of Music I (3) MUSC 323 History of Music II (3) MUSC 311B Music Education in the Elementary School (2)s MUSC varies Applied Music (6) MUSC varies Electives (2 electives should be in ensemble) (4) A total of 25 credits is required. If the applied major is not Piano, Class Piano (MUSC 127A,B) is recommended. Minor in Music Designed for students who wish to combine their aptitude for music with a major in another area. MUSC 109 or 111A & 112A Introduction to Theory or Written Theory I & Aural Skills I (3) MUSC 115A,B Conducting (2) MUSC 120A,B Fundamentals of Vocal Techniques (2) MUSC 322 History of Music I (3) MUSC 323 History of Music II (3) MUSC varies Applied Music (4) MUSC varies Electives (2 electives should be in ensemble) (4) A total of 18 credits is required. Students must pass a piano proficiency examination. The student must continue to study piano until the test has been successfully completed.   Requirements for Admission In addition to fulfilling the general requirements for admittance to the University, the student must present an audition in the major performing medium. Audition forms may be obtained from the Office of Admissions or the Department of Music. A placement test in theory is given at the time of the audition. This test includes: Written Theory Each applicant will be expected to demonstrate: familiarity with the basic terminology of music; ability to read music in both the treble and bass clefs; knowledge of the key signatures of all major and minor scales and ability to write the scales, including the three forms of the minor scale; understanding of meter and rhythm; ability to recognize and write common musical intervals and understanding of the structure of the major and minor triads. Satisfactory completion of this test is a prerequisite of MUSC 111A.   Sight Singing Each applicant will be expected to sing, at sight, material of the difficulty of an average folk song.   Piano Skills Students who have some piano skills will be asked to demonstrate these by sight-reading a short excerpt from piano literature. Transfer Students Students transferring from other schools or other courses of study must follow the same procedure as new applicants. Transfers must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours at Marywood. Music Therapy majors will be interviews by the Director of Music Therapy. Graduation Requirements Before graduation, candidates for the Bachelor of Music degree must fulfill the requirements for the degree program as stated in the current catalog and student handbook. Accreditation Marywood University has been a full member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) since 1945. This association is responsible for the accreditation of music curricula in higher education and all other levels of music. Membership in this organization ensures the establishment and maintenance of minimum standards for the education of musicians while encouraging both diversity and excellence in all educational programs. Marywood University also has full approval of the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA). Both the AMTA and the NASM collaborate regarding standards for education and clinical practice. Curriculum, personnel and criteria are recommended by the AMTA to the NASM for accreditation. AMTA approval places colleges and universities offering programs in health related fields on a par with other health care associations that require this type of approval. The professional Music Therapist Board Certified (MT-BC) credential is awarded by the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT). The CBMT is committed to maintaining the current standard for eligibility to sit for the national examination in that "Candidates must have completed academic and clinical training requirements established by the American Music Therapy Association." Facilities University facilities that support the music programs include holdings in books, scores, L.P. recordings, C.D.s and video recordings in the University library, as well as the following facilities in the Sette LaVerghetta Performing Arts Center: 1,100 seat theatre performing arts facility seating 125 digital piano lab 2 harpsichords, 2 harps practice facilities - including a complement of band and orchestra instruments multiple copies of orchestral scores choral library; vocal solo library small library of reference books curriculum lab and learning center 2 computer Labs Biofeedback Lab (Music Therapy) Midi Creator equipment and Casio keyboard (Music Therapy Lab) Multiple organs including: electronic organ (Regina Hall), Moeller pipe organ (I.H.M. Center), ALLEN AE-50 -- a MIDI sound module which provides two modes of operation, SOLO MODE or ENSEMBLE MODE (PAC)

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