OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2021-22
[Archived Catalog]
Music Major (B.A. in Music) [offered through Honors Tutorial College] |
Major Code BA1938
Honors Tutorial College
35 Park Place
Athens, OH 45701
Phone: 740.593.2723
Fax: 740.593.9521
honors.college@ohio.edu
www.ohio.edu/honors
Roger Braun, director of studies
/ contact person
braunr@ohio.edu
Program Overview
The tutorial program in music is designed for excellent scholar-musicians who wish to work closely with dedicated faculty through tutorials, individual lessons, and ensembles. The program balances a commitment to breadth and rigor, while providing opportunities for self-disciplined and highly motivated students to creatively explore fundamental and cutting-edge issues. The four-year program includes a tutorial each semester, applied study and upper-division music courses, language courses, and collateral studies. Individualized instruction and a flexible curriculum allow each Honors Tutorial College student to pursue a course of study tailored to his or her interests, including music history, theory, composition, performance, or some combination.
Admissions Information
Freshman/First-Year Admission
All undergraduates, whether prospective freshmen or transfer students, are required to audition for admission to the degree programs offered by the School of Music. In general, students may not pursue coursework in the major until they have successfully auditioned and been admitted to a music degree program. In the HTC program in music, applicants are selected on the basis of superior academic ability and the potential for self-motivated study and research. Applicants typically are required to submit additional essays, and an interview with the director of studies is required for admission. More information, including materials and deadlines, is available at www.ohio.edu/honors/tutorial-programs/apply .
Change of Program Policy
First-year students at Ohio University may apply to transfer into the music tutorial program and the Honors Tutorial College. These students must meet the same entrance requirements as entering freshmen.
External Transfer Admission
First-year students at another institution may also apply to transfer into the music tutorial program and the Honors Tutorial College. These students must meet the same entrance requirements as entering freshmen.
Opportunities Upon Graduation
This program is for high ability students who prefer a more independent approach than is usually available in traditional programs. This rigorous and comprehensive educational experience is sensitive to the needs and interests of the individual student. Students have the opportunity to progress well beyond material covered in conventional courses, and the program provides excellent preparation for graduate study.
Requirements
University English Composition Requirement
Complete one Written Communication course (ENG 1510) and one Advanced Writing course (FAW).
HTC Seminar
First-year students must complete the following course:
- HC 2500 - Honors Seminar Credit Hours: 3
Music Tutorials
Complete the following tutorials:
- MUS 2970T - Theory and Musicianship I Credit Hours: 1 - 12
- MUS 2980T - Theory and Musicianship II Credit Hours: 1 - 12
- MUS 2971T - Studies in Music History I Credit Hours: 1 - 12
- MUS 2981T - Studies in Music History II Credit Hours: 1 - 12
- MUS 3970T - Studies in Music I Credit Hours: 1 - 12
- MUS 3980T - Studies in Music II Credit Hours: 1 - 12
Senior Honors Tutorial Thesis
Complete the following tutorials during final year of study focused on the development and completion of an advisor approved thesis:
- MUS 4970T - Thesis Research and Creative Activity/Writing I Credit Hours: 1 - 12
- MUS 4980T - Thesis Research and Creative Activity/Writing II Credit Hours: 1 - 12
Upper Level Music Theory, History/Literature or Composition Courses
Complete three of the following courses or any other 3000- or 4000-level music theory/composition/history course approved by the director of studies:
- MUS 4070 - Counterpoint I Credit Hours: 3
- MUS 4071 - Counterpoint II Credit Hours: 3
- MUS 4210 - Literature of Choral Music Credit Hours: 2
- MUS 4211 - Literature of Piano Music Credit Hours: 2
- MUS 4212 - Literature of Chamber Music Credit Hours: 2
- MUS 4213 - Literature of Orchestral Music Credit Hours: 2
- MUS 4214 - Literature of Organ Music Credit Hours: 2
- MUS 4215 - Literature of Opera Credit Hours: 2
- MUS 4216 - Literature of Band Music Credit Hours: 2
- MUS 4250 - Music of Africa Credit Hours: 2
- MUS 4260 - African Music and Related Arts Credit Hours: 2
- MUS 4270 - Folk Music in the United States Credit Hours: 2
Complete one of the following courses:
- MUS 3080 - Composition, Non-Major Credit Hours: 1
- MUS 3090 - Composition, Major Credit Hours: 2
Ensemble
Complete 6 semesters of large ensemble participation for a minimum of 1 hour each semester. Eight semesters of ensemble participation are strongly recommended. See School of Music Undergraduate Handbook for ensembles appropriate to the principal instrument and major.
- MUS 2510 - Marching Band Credit Hours: 1 - 2
- MUS 2511 - Wind Symphony Credit Hours: 1 - 2
- MUS 2512 - University Concert Band Credit Hours: 1
- MUS 2513 - Varsity Band Credit Hours: 1
- MUS 2514 - Symphonic Band Credit Hours: 1 - 2
- MUS 2520 - Symphony Orchestra Credit Hours: 1 - 2
- MUS 2521 - Campus Orchestra Credit Hours: 1
- MUS 2530 - University Singers Credit Hours: 1 - 2
- MUS 2531 - Choral Union Credit Hours: 1 - 2
- MUS 2532 - Opera Theater Credit Hours: 1 - 2
- MUS 2533 - The Singing Men of Ohio Credit Hours: 1
- MUS 2534 - Women’s Chorale Credit Hours: 1
- MUS 2550 - Jazz Ensemble Credit Hours: 1
- MUS 2551 - Percussion Ensemble Credit Hours: 1
- MUS 2552 - Trombone Choir Credit Hours: .5
Performance Lab
Complete 4 semesters of the following course:
- MUS 1090 - Performance Laboratory Credit Hours: 0
Applied Music
Complete 2 hours per semester for 6 semesters on appropriate applied instrument or voice for major. Eight semesters of applied study are strongly recommended. Regular School of Music jury requirements apply.
- MUS 3400 - Voice Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3410 - Piano Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3420 - Harp Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3430 - Organ Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3431 - Harpsichord Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3440 - Violin Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3450 - Viola Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3460 - Violoncello Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3470 - Double Bass Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3480 - Flute Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3490 - Oboe Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3500 - Bassoon Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3510 - Clarinet Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3520 - Saxophone Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3530 - Trumpet Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3540 - Horn Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3550 - Euphonium Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3560 - Trombone Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3570 - Tuba Credit Hours: 1 - 4
- MUS 3580 - Percussion Credit Hours: 1 - 4
Additional Courses
The tutorial program offers students the opportunity to design a curriculum specifically tailored to the needs and interests of the individual. The only constraint is that the curriculum must be approved by the director of studies. B.A. students are expected to complete approximately 42 hours outside of music to earn the degree.