2009-2010 University Catalog
Music, BA
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Banner Code: AR-BA-MUSI
Performing Arts Building, Room A417
Phone: 703-993-1380
Web: gmu.edu/departments/music
Faculty
James Gardner, Chair
Professors: Camphouse, Carroll, Engebretson, J. Gardner (chair), Maiello, Miller, Monson (associate chair), Smith
Term professor: Balakerskaia, Hearden, Johonnott, Lapple
Associate professors: Billingham, T. Owens
Term associate professors: Casagrande, Ker-Hackleman, Rendler
Assistant professors: Bergman, Guessford, Nickens, Novak, Robinson
Adjunct Faculty: Beach, Beckwith, Behrend, Berkshire-Brown, Berger, Conlon, Crabill, East, Gerber, Haroutounian, Healey, Hughes, Kilkenny, McCarthy, M. Owens, Parrell, Rittenhouse, Roberts, Snitzler, Stephansky, Sternbach, Taylor, von Villas, Watters, Wenner
The bachelor of art (BA) in music prepares students for graduate work in music and music literature; research and professional work in musical activities; and state licensure, or certification, to teach vocal and choral or instrumental music at the elementary and secondary school levels.
Entrance to all music degree programs is by audition. Arrangements for an audition must be made in advance by contacting the Department of Music before the scheduled audition date. Auditions are held approximately once per month. Audition dates and audition application forms are available through the music department web site: gmu.edu/departments/music.
A fundamentals of music test is given during the first week of classes to all students enrolled in MUSI 115 Theory I. Call the Department of Music at 703-993-1380 for additional information.
Competency placement tests are required of all transfer students who wish to present transfer credit in any of the following areas: sight singing, ear training, and keyboard skills.
Students must earn a minimum 2.00 cumulative GPA in their major or higher, if required by their program.
Students pursuing a BA must complete the general education program outlined below. This distribution enables students to develop a breadth of knowledge, as well as the necessary skills to make the in-depth study of a major truly meaningful. In addition to general education requirements, students must also demonstrate intermediate-level proficiency in one foreign language or complete a minor program. A minimum of 57 credits in music course work is required for the music major. A total of 120 credits is required.
Writing-Intensive Requirement
Mason requires all students to complete at least one course designated “writing intensive” in their major at the 300 level or above. Students majoring in music may fulfill this requirement by successfully completing MUSI 332. Students who transfer this course into Mason may be required to repeat it or enroll in some other suitable course to fulfill the writingintensive requirement.
Academic Policies
Please see College of Visual and Performing Arts for college academic policies. |
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