History of Asian Music I

This course examines the musical traditions of Asian countries from Turkey to China. Representative works will be examined through notations and contemporary recordings, and these works will be considered from a cultural perspective. The music of Japan will be studied in part II of this course.
 

History of Asian Music II

This course examines the musical traditions of Japan. Representative works will be examined through notations and contemporary recordings, and these works will be considered from a cultural perspective. Students do not need to have taken part I of the course.
 

History of Western Music I

A historical survey of music of the European traditions from the ancient to the end of the Baroque period (ca. 1750). Representative examples of each period are listened to, and the characteristics of major styles are discussed.
 

History of Western Music II

A historical survey of music of the European traditions from the end of the Baroque period (ca. 1750) to the present. Representative examples of each period are listened to, and the characteristics of major styles are discussed. (II should be preferably taken after I.)
 

Basic Theory of Music I

Training in reading music and in music theory, in order to develop students' ability to analyze musical compositions. All musicmajor students are expected to enroll in this course before they take other music courses. Two periods of lecture and one period of practice weekly.
 

Basic Theory of Music II

Continuation of Basic Theory of Music I. All musicmajor students are expected to enroll in this course before they take other music courses. Two periods of lecture and one period of practice weekly.
 

Introduction to Organ Music

Lectures on the construction, history and repertory of the organ as well as a brief introduction to the performance, to deepen the understanding of organ music, Christian church music and culture through the knowledge and experience of the organ. Open only to students approved by the instructor. Two periods of lecture and one period of practice weekly.
 

Studies in Music Analysis I

Topics are chosen from Western Music from the Ancient to the end of the Baroque period (c. mid-18th century), or from Eastern Music. They are discussed from the analytical point of view. This course is designed mainly for music majors, and Basic Theory of Music, I-III, are prerequisite.
(Offered Alternate Years)

Studies in Music Analysis II

Topics are chosen from Western Music from the beginning of the Baroque period (early 17th century) to the present, or from Eastern Music. They are discussed from the analytical point of view. This course is designed mainly for music majors, and Basic Theory of Music, I-III, are prerequisite.
(Offered Alternate Years)

Studies in Music History I

Topics are chosen from Western Music from the Ancient to the end of the Baroque period (c. mid-18th century), or from Eastern Music. They are discussed from the historical point of view. Basic Theory of Music, I-III, are not prerequisite, and non-music majors can be accommodated.
(Offered Alternate Years)

Studies in Music History II

Topics are chosen from Western Music from the beginning of the Baroque period (early 17th century) to the present, or from Eastern Music. They are discussed from the historical point of view. Basic Theory of Music, I-III, are not prerequisite, and non-music major can be accommodated.
(Offered Alternate Years)

Introduction to Music Management

This course will study the meaning, role and concept of music management in society through actual cases from Japan and overseas, and discuss practical guidelines for future. Two periods of lecture and one period of practice weekly.
 

Studies in Music Performance I

To study the performance practice of Western music (vocal or instrumental) through selected examples, and to apply the knowledge of Western music history and theory to the practice. To take this course, sufficient knowledge of music history and theory are necessary. It is desirable that students take all music major courses in the 100 and 200-levels. Open only to students who are permitted by the instructor.
 

Studies in Music Performance II

This course examines aspects of the performance practices of music from non-western instrumental and vocal musical traditions, using specific musical examples. Historical and theoretical knowledge will be applied in a practical manner. To take this course, sufficient knowledge of music history and theory are necessary. It is desirable that students take all music major courses in the 100 and 200-levels. Open only to students who are permitted by the instructor.
 

Advanced Studies in Music I

An intensive study of music theory, analysis and literature. Assignments are given regularly. To take this course, sufficient knowledge of music history and theory are necessary. It is desirable that students take all music major courses in the 100 and 200-levels. Open only to students who are permitted by the instructor.
 

Advanced Studies in Music II

An intensive study of music theory, analysis and literature. Assignments are given regularly. To take this course, sufficient knowledge of music history and theory are necessary. It is desirable that students take all music major courses in the 100 and 200-levels. Open only to students who are permitted by the instructor.
 

Computer Music

Students learn and perform digital audio art by means of music system programming based on principles and models of sampling addition synthesis formalized in case studies. Two periods of lecture weekly. Language of instruction differs by year.
 

Senior Thesis

Senior students, under the guidance of an advisor, will select a subject related to their major and prepare a senior thesis. The final product should represent the efforts of one year of sustained and rigorous thinking, research, and writing. Required of all students in their senior year.