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Music: Music Education, Orchestra - 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.

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Requirements
  • Students that 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. Students need 7 semesters of individual study to graduate, for a minimum of 7 credits. Students need 7 credits minimum of MUSC 3500.
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  • MUSC 1XXX: Individual Pre-Music String Instruction
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Fall 2025 -
4
Requirements
  • Students need 7 semesters of individual study to graduate, for a minimum of 7 credits. Students will need 7 credits minimum of MUSC 3500.
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  • MUSC 1XXX: Individual Pre-Music String Instruction
    (1 cr)
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    undefined (Course Set)(3 cr)
  • (HDFS 1500 is a recommended course to satisfy Dual Licensure requirement)
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4
Requirements
  • Apply for STEP during second year. ITLS 2500 must be taken summer after second or third year to satisfy STEP requirements but not exceed the 18-credit tuition plateau limit. Students will need 7 semesters of individual study to graduate, for a minimum of 7 credits. Students will need 7 credits minimum of MUSC 3500.
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  • (MUSC 3520 is offered every other year. Check schedule for actual term offered. Take 3 credit Breadth Gen Ed course the semester MUSC 3520 not offered.)
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  • MUSC 2XXX: Individual Pre-Barrier String Instruction
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Fall 2025 -
3
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  • Apply for STEP during sophomore year. Spring MUSC 2210 is a lab for MUSC 4240 Advanced Conducting (Choral). Orchestra emphasis students can satisfy the choral ensemble requirement by registering in the spring and singing in the practice choir. MUSC 4240 and is required for the Orchestra emphasis degree. ITLS 2500 must be taken summer after the second or third year to satisfy STEP requirements but not exceed the 18-credit tuition plateau limit. Students need 7 semesters of individual study to graduate, for a minimum of 7 credits. Students need 7 credits minimum of MUSC 3500.
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  • (MUSC 3510 is offered every other year. Check schedule for actual term offered. Take 3 credit Breadth Gen Ed course the semester MUSC 3510 not offered.)
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  • *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. ITLS 2500 must be taken summer after the second or third year to satisfy STEP requirements but not exceed the 18-credit tuition plateau limit. Students will need 7 semesters of individual study to graduate, for a minimum of 7 credits. Students will need 7 credits minimum of MUSC 3500. SCED 3300 must be taken concurrently with MUSC 3220 or MUSC 3240.
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  • MUSC 4XXX: Individual Music Instruction (Orchestra)
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  • SCED3300 Must be taken concurrently with MUSC 3220 or MUSC 3240
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    undefined (Course Set)(3 cr)
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    undefined (Course Set)(3 cr)
  • MUSC 3520 is offered every other year. Check schedule for actual term offered. Take 3 credit Breadth Gen Ed course the semester MUSC 3520 not offered.
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Requirements
  • Students need 7 semesters of individual study to graduate, for a minimum of 7 credits. Students need 7 credits minimum of MUSC 3500. SCED 4300 must be taken concurrently with MUSC 3220 or MUSC 3240. ITLS 2500 must be taken summer after the second or third year to satisfy STEP requirements but not exceed the 18-credit tuition plateau limit.
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  • SCED4300 Must be taken concurrently with MUSC 3220 or MUSC 3240
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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)
  • ​MUSC 3510 is offered every other year. Check schedule for actual term offered. Take 3 credit Breadth Gen Ed course the semester MUSC 3510 not offered.)
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Fall 2025 -
7
Requirements
  • MUSC 4240 and is required for the Orchestra emphasis degree. Students need 7 semesters of individual study to graduate, for a minimum of 7 credits. Students need 7 credits minimum of MUSC 3500.
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  • MUSC 3/4XXX: Individual Music Instruction (Orchestra)
    (1 cr)
  • undefined (Course Set)(3 cr)
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  • Dual Licensure Note: Dual Licensure (Recommended):
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  • Level 1 Orff Schulwerk Teacher Education Workshop (offered every summer)