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Music: Music Education, Band - BM

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Program Overview

Program Requirements

Minimum University Requirements

Suggested Degree Maps

Program Learning Outcomes

  • Following is a sample four-year plan. Please note that student-specific plans may differ.

  • Meet with an academic advisor to create a specific plan that best fits your academic needs.

  • The student is ultimately responsible for knowing and completing all degree requirements.

  • Make sure you meet the registration requirements for each class by clicking the course link and checking any prerequisites or corequisites.

  • Consultation with an advisor may result in an altered plan customized for an individual student.

  • Check your Degree Works for requirements and completion.

24 - 26
Fall 2025 -
4 - 6
Requirements
  • Students with are pre-music majors are expected to enroll in MUSC 1105 during their first semester at USU. The course is intended to prepare students for MUSC 1110 - Music Theory I (BCA). Although the course is not required for graduation, it is expected that students will register for the course and either complete it or test out. Even if testing out, students must register for the course. MUSC 2180 consists of a series of three proficiency exams that all music majors must complete prior to the completion of four semesters of study.
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  • undefined (Course Set)(3 - 5 cr)
  • Individual Pre-Music Wind/Brass/Percussion Instruction
    (1 cr)
24 - 26
Fall 2025 -
7
Requirements
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    If MUSC1500 was not taken first year
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  • Individual Pre-Music Wind/Brass/Percussion Instruction
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    undefined (Course Set)(3 cr)
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    undefined (Course Set)(3 cr)
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    undefined (Course Set)(3 cr)
24 - 26
Fall 2025 -
1
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  • Apply for STEP during sophomore year. ITLS 2500 must be taken summer after second or third year to satisfy STEP requirements but not exceed 18 credit tuition plateau limit.
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    Take 2 semesters minimum.
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  • Individual Pre-Barrier Wind/Brass/Percussion Instruction
    (1 cr)
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24 - 26
Fall 2025 -
4
Requirements
  • Apply for STEP during sophomore year. Spring MUSC 2210 is a lab course for MUSC 4240 Advanced Conducting (Choral). Band emphasis students can satisfy the choral ensemble requirement by registering in the spring and singing in the practice choir. Fall MUSC 4240 is Advanced Conducting (Instrumental), and is required for the Band emphasis degree. ITLS 2500 must be taken summer after second or third year to satisfy STEP requirements but not exceed 18 credit tuition plateau limit.
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    HDFS1500 is recommended for Dual Licensure; see note below.
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  • MUSC 2210 lab ensemble for MUSC 4240
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  • undefined (Course Set)(3 cr)
  • Individual Music Instruction
    (1 cr)
24 - 26
Fall 2025 -
1
Requirements
  • A music theory elective course is offered every fall and spring semester. The music theory elective course may be taken any semester after completing MUSC 2110 with a grade of C or better. Music students should plan which option they wish to take and consult with the music department office regarding which semester that option will be offered.
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    SCED3300 Must be taken concurrently with MUSC 3220 or MUSC 3240
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  • Individual Music Instruction course
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24 - 26
Fall 2025 -
2
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    SCED4300 must be taken concurrently with MUSC 3220 or MUSC 3240
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  • Individual Music Instruction course
    (1 cr)
  • Small Ensemble course
    (1 cr)
24 - 26
Fall 2025 -
5
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  • MUSC4240 Instrumental Conducting version
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  • MUSC4920 1 credit minimum
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  • Individual Music Instruction course
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Fall 2025 -
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  • Dual Licensure Note: Dual Licensure (Recommended)
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  • Level 1 Orff Schulwerk Teacher Education Workshop (offered every summer)