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Music, B.A.

  • Requirements
  • Graduation Plan
  • Department
  • Faculty
  • Careers

Requirements

The Bachelor of Arts/Science in Music is a liberal arts degree with a significant component of electives designed for students who desire a broad base of knowledge. The Bachelor of Arts in Music includes foreign language requirements.

Total Program Credits: 120

General Education Requirements: 36 Credits
  ENGL 1010
Introduction to Academic Writing
 		3
or ENGH 1005 Literacies and Composition Across Contexts (5.0)  
  ENGL 2010 Intermediate Writing Academic Writing and Research 3
Choose one of the following: 3
  MAT 1030 Quantitative Reasoning (recommended for Humanities or Arts majors) (3.0)  
  MAT 1035 Quantitative Reasoning with Integrated Algebra (6.0)  
  STAT 1040 Introduction to Statistics (recommended for Social science majors) (3.0)  
  STAT 1045 Introduction to Statistics with Algebra (5.0)  
  MATH 1050

College Algebra (recommended for Business, Education, Science, and Health Professions majors) (4.0)

 
  MATH 1055 College Algebra with Preliminaries (5.0)  
  MATH 1090 College Algebra for Business (recommended for Business majors) (3.0)  
Choose one of the following: 3
  POLS 1000 American Heritage (3.0)  
  HIST 2700 US History to 1877 (3.0)  
and HIST 2710 US History since 1877 (3.0)  
  HIST 1700 American Civilization (3.0)  
  HIST 1740 US Economic History (3.0)  
  POLS 1100 American National Government (3.0)  
Complete the following:
  PHIL 2050 Ethics and Values 3
  HLTH 1100 Personal Health and Wellness (2.0)  
or PES 1097 Fitness for Life 2
Distribution Courses:  
  Biology 3
  Physical Science 3
  Additional Biology or Physical Science 3
  Humanities Distribution (Fulfilled by completing Foreign Language Course 202G/2020) 4
  Fine Arts Distribution 3
  Social/Behavioral Science 3
Discipline Core Requirements: 56 Credits
Musicianship Courses
  MUSC 1110 Music Theory I 3
  MUSC 1120 Music Theory II 3
  MUSC 1130 Aural Skills I 1
  MUSC 1140 Aural Skills II 1
  MUSC 2110 Music Theory III 3
  MUSC 2125 Music Theory IV 3
  MUSC 2130 Aural Skills III 1
  MUSC 2140 Aural Skills IV 1
  MUSC 3120 Form and Analysis 3
  MUSC 3450 Music History and Literature I 3
  MUSC 3451 Music History and Literature II 3
  Complete 7 credits of MUSC courses not already required for the degree (at least 3 credits must be upper-division)   7
Individual Musicianship Studies  
  MUSC 250R

Private Lessons for Music Majors (Repeated 4 times on major instrument or voice) (Includes completion of sophomore review) (1.0)

4
  MUSC 251R

Performance Class (Repeated 4 times on major instrument or voice) (Includes completion of sophomore review) (1.0)

4
  MUSC 450R Private Lessons for Music Majors (Repeated 4 times on major instrument or voice) (1.0) 4
  MUSC 451R Performance Class (Repeated 4 times on major instrument or voice) (1.0) 4
  Student must pass the Departmental Keyboard Proficiency Examination or complete MUSC 1150, MUSC 1160, MUSC 2150, and MUSC 2160  
Ensembles  
Complete 8 credits from the following: 8
  MUSC 320R Masterworks Chorale (1.0)  
  MUSC 322R Chamber Choir (1.0)  
  MUSC 327R Men's Choir (1.0)  
  MUSC 328R Women's Choir (1.0)  
  MUSC 330R Wind Symphony (1.0)  
  MUSC 332R Jazz Orchestra (1.0)  
  MUSC 370R Symphony Orchestra (1.0)  
Elective Requirements: 28 Credits
  One Foreign Language  12
  Complete any courses 1000 level or higher (may not include MUSC courses) (at least 12 credits must be upper-division, see graduation requirements)    16

Graduation Requirements:

  1. Completion of a minimum of 120 semester credits, 40 credits must be upper-division.
  2. Overall grade point average of 2.0 (C) or above. MUSC 1150, MUSC 1160, MUSC 2150, MUSC 2160, MUSC 250R and MUSC 450R courses require a grade B or higher. All other MUSC courses require a C grade or higher.
  3. Residency hours- minimum of 30 credit hours through course attendance at UVU, with at least 10 hours in the last 45 hours.
  4. Completion of GE and specified departmental requirements, including a sophomore review and concert attendance requirements.
  5. For the BA degree, completion of 16 credit hours of course work from one language to include the 1010, 1020, 2010, and 202G/2020 levels or transferred equivalents.
  6. Successful completion of at least one Global/Intercultural course.

Graduation Plan

This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.

Milestone courses (pre-requisites for a course in one of the subsequent semesters) are marked in red and Italicized.

Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours
ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1005 Introduction to Academic Writing or   Literacies and Composition Across Context  3
MUSC 1110 Music Theory I 3
MUSC 1130 Aural Skills I 1
MUSC 1150** Group Piano I (or exam equivalent) 0-1
MUSC 250R Private Lessons for Music Majors 1
MUSC 251R Performance Class 1
Ensemble*   1
Quantitative Literacy Requirement 3
General Education/Electives  2
Concert Attendance  
  Semester total: 15-16
Semester 2 Course Title Credit Hours
ENGL 2010 Intermediate Writing Academic Writing and Research 3
MUSC 1120 Music Theory II 3
MUSC 1140 Aural Skills II 1
MUSC 1160** Group Piano II  (or exam equivalent) 0-1
MUSC 250R Private Lessons for Music Majors 1
MUSC 251R Performance Class 1
Ensemble*   1
General Education/Electives  3
Electives- any non-Music course 1000 level or higher 3
Concert Attendance  
  Semester total: 15-16
Semester 3 Course Title Credit Hours
MUSC 2110 Music Theory III 3
MUSC 2130 Aural Skills III 1
MUSC 2150** Group Piano III (or exam equivalent) 0-1
MUSC 250R Private Lessons for Music Majors 1
MUSC 251R Performance Class 1
Ensemble*   1
General Education/Electives  6
Electives- any non-Music course 1000 level or higher 2
Concert Attendance  
  Semester total: 15-16
Semester 4 Course Title Credit Hours
MUSC 2125 Music Theory IV 3
MUSC 2140 Aural Skills IV 1
MUSC 2160** Group Piano IV (or exam equivalent) 0-1
MUSC 250R Private Lessons for Music Majors 1
MUSC 251R Performance Class 1
Ensemble*   1
Electives- any non-Music course 1000 level or higher 2
General Education/Electives  6
Concert Attendance  
Sophomore Review This Semester: Must Pass to Continue in Program  
  Semester total: 15-16
Semester 5 Course Title Credit Hours
MUSC 3450 Music History and Literature I 3
MUSC 450R Private Lessons for Music Majors 1
MUSC 451R Performance Class 1
MUSC 3120 Form and Analysis 3
Ensemble*   1
General Education/Electives  5
Foreign Language 1010 3
Concert Attendance  
  Semester total: 17
Semester 6 Course Title Credit Hours
MUSC 3451 Music History and Literature II 3
MUSC 450R Private Lessons for Music Majors 1
MUSC 451R Performance Class 1
Ensemble*  1
General Education/Electives  6
Foeign Language 1020 4
Concert Attendance  
  Semester total: 16
Semester 7 Course Title Credit Hours
MUSC 450R Private Lessons for Music Majors 1
MUSC 451R Performance Class 1
Ensemble*   1
Upper Division Electives-any non-music subject 3
Upper Division Music Elective 3
Foeign Language 2010 4
  Semester total: 13
Notes: 
Semester 8 Course Title Credit Hours
MUSC 450R Private Lessons for Music Majors 1
MUSC 451R Performance Class 1
Ensemble*   1
Upper Division Electives-any non-music subject 6
Electives- any non-Music course 1000 level or higher 1
Foreign Language 202G 4
  Semester total: 14
Notes: *Large Ensembles: MUSC 320R Masterworks Chorale, MUSC 322R Chamber Choir, MUSC 327R Men's Choir, MUSC 328R Women's Choir, MUSC 330R Wind Symphony, MUSC 332R Jazz Orchestra, MUSC 370R Symphony Orchestra   
Notes: **If you are able to pass the Keyboard Proficience Exam for any level of Group Piano, replace that course with any upper or lower division Music course  
  Degree total: 120-124

Department

Name:

Music

Location:

NC 753

Telephone:

801-863-8534

Email:

uvumusic@uvu.edu

Web Address:

uvu.edu/music

Chair:

Thomas Keck

 
 

Mission Statement

The Department of Music promotes student success through innovative programs that enhance creativity, hone performance expertise, and sustain high standards of excellence. Our professional faculty provide learning opportunities essential to the competency of music students as they prepare for a global marketplace. The department engages diverse audiences through performances and activities representing an array of musical styles and traditions.

  1. Provide nationally-competitive academic programs and general studies in music.
  2. Promote an inclusive environment that provides students with resources that support their educational and professional needs.
  3. Engage audiences with performances that reflect diverse musical styles and traditions.
  4. Promote opportunities for students and faculty to explore their highest professional potential through creative and innovative activities on- and off-campus.
 
 

Music

Advisor: Clark Slater

Entrance Auditions

Entrance auditions are required for students wishing to pursue a degree in music. Live auditions are recommended, as they provide students with the opportunity to meet and perform for the faculty. Students also have the option to submit a recorded audition. More information: https://www.uvu.edu/music/apply/

Scholarship Auditions

Music majors and non-majors alike are eligible for a variety of scholarships, ranging from quarter to full tuition. Live auditions are recommended, as they provide students with the opportunity to meet and perform for the faculty. More information: https://www.uvu.edu/music/apply/

Ensemble Auditions

Ensemble auditions are held at the beginning of Fall and Spring semesters. More information: https://www.uvu.edu/music/ensembles/

Theory Placement

All new music major students are required to take a music theory placement examination prior to the first day of semester classes. The results of this test may indicate a need for further theory training before entrance into Music Theory I. More information: https://www.uvu.edu/music/students

Keyboard Proficiency

Music majors are required to pass keyboard proficiency examinations in preparation for their Sophomore review. Students who complete Group Piano I, II, III, and IV with a ‘B’ or higher will fulfill exam requirements. Students who have attained a requisite level of competency in piano may be exempted from group piano coursework through a demonstration of exam requirements. More information: https://www.uvu.edu/music/students

Faculty

Cheung Chau(2012)

Associate Professor

Department: Music
Faculty



B.M., Cello Performance, Harid Conservatory, M.M., Cello Performance, Yale School of Music; D.M.A., Cello Performance and Wind Ensemble Conducting, New England Conservatory.

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Reed Criddle(2010)

Associate Professor

Department: Music
Faculty



B.A., Music , M.A., East Asian Studies, Stanford University; M.M., Conducting, Eastman School of Music; D.M.A., Choral Conducting, University of Michigan.

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Hilary Demske(2009)

Associate Professor

Department: Music
Faculty



B.M., Piano Performance, The Peabody Conservatory of Music; M.M, Piano Performance, The Julliard School; Meisterklase Diploma, Munich Conservatory; D.M.A., Piano Performance, University of Michigan.

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Donna Fairbanks(2005)

Professor

Department: Music
Faculty



B.M., Violin Performance, Brigham Young University; M.M., Violin Performance, University of Rochester New York; D.M.A., Violin Performance, University of Arizona, Tucson.

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Gerhard Guter(2019)

Lecturer

Department: Music
Faculty



B.M., Music Education, University of Miami; M.M., Jazz Studies, California State University, Long Beach.

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W. Hagen(2010)

Assistant Professor

Department: Music
Faculty



B.A., Music, Davidson College; M.M., Ph.D., Musicology, University of Colorado.

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Melissa Heath(2014)

Assistant Professor

Department: Music
Faculty



B.M., Vocal Performance, Brigham Young University; M.M., D.M.A., vocal performance, University of Utah.

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Nathan Hofheins(2012)

Artist in Residence

Department: Music
Faculty



B.A., Music, M.M., Composition, Brigham Young University.

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Isaac Hurtado(2016)

Assistant Professor

Department: Music
Faculty



B.A., Voice Performance, Brigham Young University; M.M., Voice Performance, University of Cincinnati; D.M.A., Vocal Performance, Florida State University.

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Thomas Keck(2016)

Associate Professor

Department: Music
Department Chair, Faculty



B.S., Music Education, University of Illinois; M.A., Music Education, University of Iowa; D.M.A., Conducting, Arizona State University.

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Ryan Nielsen(2018)

Associate Professor

Department: Music
Faculty



B.M., Music Education, Brigham Young University - Idaho; M.M., Trumpet Performance, Arizona State University; Ph.D., Jazz Performance, New England Conservatory of Music.

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Jeffrey O'Flynn(2015)

Assistant Professor

Department: Music
Faculty



B.M., Clarinet Performance, Wichita State University; M.M., Clarinet Performance, Florida State University; D.M.A., Clarinet Performance, College-Conservatory of Music.

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Bryce Rytting(2001)

Professor

Department: Music
Faculty



B.S., Music Theory, University of Utah; M.F.A., Ph.D., Musicology, Princeton University.

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D. Sorensen(2012)

Artist in Residence

Department: Music
Faculty



B.A., Music, Brigham Young University.

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Cherilyn Worthen(2011)

Associate Professor

Department: Music
Faculty



B.M., Choral Music Education, M.M., Choral Conducting, Brigham Young University.

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Careers

Careers:
UVU's music degree programs focus on three principal areas of professional music studies: education, performance, and commercial music. Students interested in broader studies, inclusive of other educational disciplines, may pursue a liberal arts or integrated studies major. In addition to professional careers, music is also an area that offers highly flexible self-employment opportunities, such as freelance performing and recording, as well as private teaching. Coursework in music technology and entrepreneurship further enhances opportunities for students who choose to pursue freelance employment. These opportunities are very dynamic, rapidly responding to advancing technology and an open and diverse media market. See http://www.uvu.edu/music/why/index.html for more information.

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