Music Major in the Honors Program

Music Major in the Honors Program

The music honors major curriculum normally includes the following components. Every student’s program is subject to approval by music faculty, taking into consideration the student's background and goals. We welcome individualized proposals, which are evaluated and approved on the basis of consultations with the music faculty. We emphasize the importance of depth and mastery of musical skills and understanding, and we also recognize the value of studying the diversity of musical cultures.

For more information please see the catalog.

Honors MajorMinimum number of required courses:Eligible Courses:
Music Theory:3Music 11*, 12*, and 13*
Musicianship:four semestersMusic 40a*, 40b*, 40c*, and 40d*
Upper level  Music Theory elective:1Music 14, Musi 016, Music 115, or other upper level theory
Music History:2Music 20, 21, 22(W), 23(W)
Ethnomusicology:1Music 002A, 002C, 005A, 006D, 008B, 009B, 010, or 100. Additional courses in Ethnomusicology with approval of the Dept. Chair
Ensemble:four semestersChinese Ens., Chorus/Garnet Singers, Jazz Ens., Orch., Taiko, Wind Ens., Gamelan, Critical Mass
Elective:1Any course, upper or lower level, in Music History and Literature, Ethnomusicology, Music Theory, Conduction and Orchestration, or Composition. May include Dance or Theater with Dept. approval
Keyboard Proficiency: Keyboard exam*
Honors Preparation # 1:1Music 94* Senior Research Topics linked to one  course
Honors Preparation # 2: Upper level elective (linked to one course)
Honors Preparation # 3: Upper level elective (linked to one course)
  *Required