+ Musicology/Composition/Theory

1031 Moore Musical Arts Center, 419-372-2182 (courses coded MUCT)

Composition

Admission as a composition major
A student is accepted for the bachelor of music degree program in music composition by audition before the appropriate area faculty. This audition may be held at the time of the initial College of Musical Arts instrumental/vocal audition or during the course of degree study. It is also possible to add composition to an existing major for a double major. It is highly recommended that the acceptance audition take place before or during the freshman or sophomore year.

Composition applicants are required to submit a representative portfolio of original scores and recordings (compact disc or cassette tape), must achieve a passing score in their main performance medium and must receive a high score on the music theory placement exam. Upon acceptance, the student, in counsel with an adviser, develops a course of study based on degree requirements and the student's needs and interests. If deficiencies are noted a student may be admitted on probationary status (pre-composition). Students accepted on this status must resubmit a composition portfolio and must achieve a 3.0 grade point average in major area courses within four semesters, except summer. Failure to do so will result in discontinuation as a composition major.

MUCT small ensembles
The department offers small ensembles as a training ground for performance practice and a showcase for music of a particular genre, including the Afro-Caribbean Ensemble, Balinese Gamelan Ensemble, Early Music Ensemble and New Music Ensemble. Participation in a variety of MUCT small ensembles by music composition majors is strongly encouraged. All music majors are expected to participate in ensembles throughout their undergraduate program at Bowling Green State University.

Jury examinations
Composition jury examinations occur each semester during final examination week. Students submit a portfolio of work from the semester and the composition faculty review it. All composition majors are required to take jury examinations each term in which they are registered for MUCT 216 or 416. The final grade in composition is determined by combining the grade from the individual instructor with the grade given at the jury. A final grade lower than "B" earned in fall or spring will result in probationary status in composition for the following semester, except summer. A letter will be sent to the student indicating the reason for probationary status, its duration and the steps necessary for its removal. If the student eliminates the deficiencies within the probationary period, regular status will be reinstated. If the conditions for removal are not met, the student will be discontinued as a composition major. Upon removal of deficiencies, a student may apply for reinstatement.

Degree requirements
The bachelor of music degree in music composition requires 127-140 total hours. All composition degree candidates are subject to the general requirements listed under Academic Policies in this catalog, as well as general requirements listed under the Bachelor of Music degree, none of which are superseded by individual degree requirements.

General education and electives
Includes eight courses from the approved list of general education core courses (24 hours) and 5-7 hours of electives of the student's choosing. Total hours: 29-31

Writing proficiency
English 112 (3)

Music core requirement
All composition majors are expected to complete the music core. Total: 27-28 hours

Specific degree requirements
All composition majors are required to complete the following music courses (minimum total 62 hours):

• Music composition, technology and theory courses: MUCT 216-416
  (12-16), 308, 309, 315, 320 or 325, 403, 404, 410 (4), 444, 445, 446, 447
  Total 40-44 hours
• Music literature electives: two courses from: MUCT 401, 408, 409, 412
  Total: 4 hours
• Music Performance: large ensembles (4) small ensembles MUCT or MUSP(3), major instrument/voice (4), MUSP 305 and 306 (4); performance electives (3)
  Total: 18 hours

Piano proficiency

Keyboard proficiency examinations I and II are required for all composition majors. See Music Education: Functional Keyboard Requirements and pertinent course descriptions. Based on a piano placement examination, students enroll for: MUED 150 or 151, or 154 plus 250/252 or 251. Experienced pianists may be eligible for accelerated courses in class piano. Total: 3-4 hours

Foreign language

Two courses in the same language.
Total: 6-8 hours

Completion requirement
Candidates for the bachelor's degree in music composition are required to present a half-recital of original compositions (or equivalent, such as music for a stage play or film of substantial length). Composition majors planning to give a degree recital must be registered for MUCT 416 during the semester in which the recital is given or must give the recital within four weeks of the beginning of the semester immediately following the last semester of MUCT 416. Recital programs must be approved in advance by the composition faculty before a recital date can be obtained.

For specific information, consult the chair of the musicology/composition/theory department.

Music History and Literature

Admission as a music history and literature major
Music students who have developed a strong interest in music history and have demonstrated a high standard of academic achievement may apply to the chair of the musicology/composition/theory department for acceptance as a major in music history. It is also possible to add music history to an existing major for a double major. Application for admission to the music history program is made prior to the end of the sophomore year.

Applicants should submit sample papers to the department chair. These will be reviewed by the music history faculty. For full acceptance into the program a student must have achieved a 3.0 average in each of the following groups of courses: music theory and history (MUCT 151, 152, 251, 261); world music or jazz (MUCT 233, 234 or 235; MUSP 219 or 237), and aural skills (MUCT 141, 142, 241). Students with an average of 2.5 to 2.9 may be accepted as majors on probationary status. Students accepted on this status must achieve a 3.0 average in major area courses within two semesters, except summer. Failure to do so will result in discontinuation as a music history and literature major.

MUCT small ensembles
The department offers small ensembles as a training ground for performance practice and a showcase for music of a particular genre, including the Afro-Caribbean Ensemble, Balinese Gamelan Ensemble, Early Music Ensemble and New Music Ensemble. Participation in these ensembles by music history and literature majors beyond the required four hours is strongly encouraged. All music majors are expected to participate in ensembles throughout their undergraduate program at Bowling Green State University.

Degree requirements
The bachelor of music degree in music history and literature requires 122-135 total credits. All history and literature degree candidates are subject to the general requirements listed under Academic Policies in this Catalog, as well as general requirements listed under Bachelor of Music degree, none of which are superseded by individual degree requirements.

General education and electives
Includes eight courses from the approved list of general education core courses (24 hours), and at least two of the following: one fine arts elective, one English literature elective, one English literature/composition elective and one philosophy elective. Total general education plus electives: 30-36 hours.

Writing proficiency
English 112 (3)

Music core requirements
All history and literature majors are required to complete the music core. Minimum total: 27-28 hours

Specific degree requirements
All history majors are required to complete the following music courses. (Minimum total: 46 hours)

• Music theory: MUCT 308 and 309 plus 315, 320 or 325. Total: 6 hours
• Music history and literature courses: MUCT 406 (6), 407, 408, 409, 412,
• Music history electives (may be selected from) MUCT 401, 403,404, 410, 420, 431 (10).
  Total: 24 hours
  
• Music performance: Large ensembles (4); major instrument/voice (4);
  MUSP 305 and 306 (4). Total: 12 hours.

Piano proficiency
Keyboard proficiency examinations I and II are required for all music history and literature descriptions. Based on a piano placement examination, students enroll for: MUED 150 and 151, or 154 plus 250/252, or 251. Experienced pianists may be eligible for accelerated courses in Class Piano. Total: 3-4 hours

Foreign language
Two courses in the same foreign language and two courses in a second language. Total: 16 hours

Completion requirement
Candidates for the bachelor's degree in music history and literature are required to submit scholarly papers that demonstrate an understanding of historical issues and basic research techniques. This is accomplished through MUCT 406, Problems in Music History.