The Music Curriculum
At Lyon College we speak the language of music, endorsing its traditional role in the liberal arts. The Music major is thus rooted in the history and theory of music, as well as in performance. It is well suited to students who wish to pursue graduate study in performance, music education, music theory, or musicology; to potential church musicians; and to students who wish to study music in tandem with other disciplines.
The Music Major
In addition to studying music in the classroom, music majors develop their skills as performers (in voice, piano, organ, or selected instrumental areas) in private lessons with a member of the music faculty. A basic level of skill at the piano is expected of all music majors; therefore, a piano proficiency examination must be passed by the senior year. All music majors must also complete a senior project that will culminate in the form of a public recital, lecture-recital, or lecture.
Summary of Requirements for a Major in Music
| MUS 105 The Language of Music* MUS 110 Music Theory MUS 111, 112 Musicianship I & II
|
3 credits 3 credits 3 credits (1.5 each) 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 6 credits 3 credits 6 credits 1 credit |
| Total | 37 credits |
*
This course may also be used to satisfy Core requirements.
† Three hours of private lessons, not including those the student may wish to
take in order
to pass the piano proficiency examination, should be taken on one instrument or
in voice.
Additional private lessons may be taken but may not be considered as
music-elective hours.
The Music Minor
The Music minor is a course of study designed as a second field for students
wishing
to explore interests and develop talents in the area of music.
Summary of Requirements for a Minor in Music
|
MUS 105 The Language of Music* MUS 110 Music
Theory Ensemble: MUS 130, 135, 140, 145, or 163 (2 semesters) |
3
credits 1.5 credits 6 credits
2 credits 2 credits |
| Total | 17.5 credits |
* This course may also be used to satisfy Core requirements.
The Music/Scottish Arts Minor
The Music/Scottish Arts minor is a program of studies for students interested in the music of Scotland, particularly bagpiping. Completion of the course will enable the successful student to gain the knowledge to sit for examinations from the various organizations that administer certification in Scotland.
Summary of Requirements for a Minor in Music/Scottish Arts
|
MUS 105 The Language of Music* MUS 110 Music Theory MUS 111, 112 Musicianship I & II MUS 163 Pipe Band (four semesters) MUS 263 Ceol Mor I (Classical Bagpipe I) MUS 363 Ceol Mor II (Classical Bagpipe II) MUS 463 Ceol Mor III (Classical Bagpipe III) |
3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 4 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits |
| Total | 22 credits |
* This course may also be used to satisfy Core requirements.