The Certificate in Vocal Performance and Pedagogy
Application Requirements:
1. A minimum of two years at a music department, school of music, or conservatory with a music major/voice emphasis, and a minimum GPA of 2.5;
2. A taped audition;
3. Application letter and resume;
4. A minimum of three letters of reference from voice/music faculty or private instructors;
5. Basic piano skills (minimum of three years of study);
6. Internet or direct phone interview with CSU, Chico voice faculty;
7.International students must have a minimum TOEFL score of 400.
Course Requirements for the Certificate: 23 units
The following courses, or their approved transfer equivalents, are required of all candidates for this certificate.
6 courses required:
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MUSC 292
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Great Musical Compositions and Composers
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3.0
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FS
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GE
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A survey of seminal compositions and composers from western art music history. Musical traditions, compositional techniques, performance mediums, and the compositional background of individual works and composers, and the effects of political, social and philosophical issues upon the compositions and composers studies are explored. 3 hours discussion. This is an approved General Education course.
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MUSC 372
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Seminar in Music History and Literature: Vocal
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3.0
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FS
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Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
Concentrated study of a specific historical period or genre specific to the vocal pattern. 3 hours seminar. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 12.0 units.
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MUSC 373
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Vocal Diction and Literature I
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3.0
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FA
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3 hours discussion. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
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MUSC 374
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Vocal Diction and Literature II
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3.0
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SP
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Prerequisites: One or more semesters of studio instruction or faculty permission.
MUSC 373 - MUSC 374: The study of lyric diction and performance of literature for singers in English, Italian (A), German and French (B). Although emphasis is placed on correct pronunciation through the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet, students also acquire basic ability to translate songs in foreign languages. Each semester may be repeated once for credit. 3 hours discussion. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
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MUSC 375
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Vocal Pedagogy
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3.0
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FS
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Designed to allow students of singing to investigate the science of vocal sound production in connection with the teaching of singing. Emphasis on acoustics, physiology of human voice, history of vocal pedagogy, current medical research regarding the use and abuse of the voice, and practical applications of teaching techniques. 3 hours discussion.
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MUSC 416
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Senior Recital
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2.0
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FS
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Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
Preparation and public performance of a full-length recital to be evaluated by a faculty committee. Required of students who have been accepted in the performance options. Not available for graduate students. 6 hours supervision.
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2 units selected from:
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MUSC 310F
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Studio Instruction in Applied Music: Voice
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1.0
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FS
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See above. 3 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 12.0 units.
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This course may be taken more than once for credit.
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MUSC 411A
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Music Performance Groups: A Cappella Choir
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1.0
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FS
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3 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
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MUSC 411B
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Music Performance Groups: Band
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1.0
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FS
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3 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
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MUSC 411C
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Music Performance Groups: Pep Band
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1.0
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FS
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Pep Band is intended to give any student who plays a musical instrument (wind, brass, or percussion) an opportunity to perform in a fun, energetic, and exciting band. The Pep Band plays for University events. This course does not fulfill the large ensemble requirement for music majors. 2 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
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MUSC 411D
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Music Performance Groups: Symphonic Wind Ensemble
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1.0
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FS
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3 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
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MUSC 411E
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University Chorus
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1.0
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FS
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3 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
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MUSC 411F
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Music Performance Groups: Orchestra
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1.0
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FS
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3 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
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MUSC 411G
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Music Performance Groups: Jazz Ensemble I
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1.0
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FS
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Group performance of jazz ensemble literature for interpretive and creative experiences. Major performance each semester, with emphasis on current musical trends. 3 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
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MUSC 411J
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Music Performance Groups: Jazz Ensemble II
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1.0
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FS
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Group performance of jazz ensemble literature for interpretive and creative experience. 2 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
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MUSC 413A
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Chamber Singers
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1.0
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FS
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Music Performance Group Selected small choir to sing madrigal and other chamber literature. 2 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
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MUSC 413B
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Opera Workshop
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1.0
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FS
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Open to all students interested in active participation in opera. 3 hours activity. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
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These courses may be repeated more than once for credit.
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MUSC 222
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Fundamentals of Conducting
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2.0
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FA
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Prerequisites: MUSC 101, MUSC 102, MUSC 103, MUSC 104, MUSC 220.
Fundamental skills and techniques essential to conducting instrumental and vocal ensembles. 2 hours discussion.
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MUSC 310F
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Studio Instruction in Applied Music: Voice
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1.0
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FS
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See above. 3 hours supervision. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 12.0 units.
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MUSC 324
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Middle and Junior High School Vocal Ensemble Techniques
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2.0
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S1
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Prerequisites: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in MUSC 202, MUSC 220, MUSC 221, and MUSC 222.
Study and application of concepts, program materials, and techniques of teaching general and choral music in middle school and junior high school setting. Special consideration is given to music for the changing-voice choir. Includes peer teaching, practical experience, oral critiques, continued portfolio development, and directed observation. 4 hours activity.
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MUSC 380
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Vocal Accompanying Repertoire
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1.0
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FA
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Prerequisites: Faculty permission.
Study of vocal literature (art songs and arias) through weekly master classes. For singer-pianist duos (pre-formed duos preferred, but not required). Literature studied each semester will vary. 1 hour lecture. You may take this course more than once for a maximum of 6.0 units.
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