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MPKS
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPKS/
MPKS 554:
Graduate Certificate Performance
Individual instruction and related lab participation for Graduate Certificate students.
(4.0 units, max 16)
Not available
Not available
45787D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Alan Smith
MPKS
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPKS/
MPKS 560:
Song Interpretation Master Class
Performance masterclass for advanced singers and pianists.
(2.0 units, max 12)
Not available
Not available
45792D
12:00-1:50pm
Tuesday
Lecture
Alan Smith
MPKS
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPKS/
MPKS 561:
Chamber Music Interpretation Master Class
Performance masterclass for advanced pianists and instrumentalists.
(2.0 units, max 12)
Not available
Not available
45795D
10:00-11:50am
Wednesday
Lecture
Kevin Fitz-Gerald
MPKS
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPKS/
MPKS 590:
Directed Research
Research leading to the Master's Degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
(1.0-12.0 units)
Not available
Not available
45800D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Alan Smith
MPKS
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPKS/
MPKS 653:
Performance
Individual or master class instruction for D.M.A. Performance majors.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 12)
Not available
Not available
45820D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Alan Smith
MPKS
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPKS/
MPKS 754:
Artist Diploma Performance
Individual instruction and related lab participation for Artist Diploma students.
(4.0 units, max 16)
Not available
Not available
45860D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Alan Smith
MPKS
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPKS/
MPKS 790:
Research
Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
(1.0-12.0 units)
Not available
Not available
45875D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Alan Smith
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 100:
Forum
A weekly lecture series addressing a wide range of special topics and issues confronting the contemporary music professional.
(1.0 units, max 4)
Not available
Not available
47300D
2:00-3:50pm
Friday
Lecture
Patrice Rushen
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 120:
Popular Music Performance I
Study of musical elements appropriate to the performance of popular music in a collaborative, interactive environment.
(2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
47320D
4:00-5:50pm
Tuesday
Lecture
Andy Abad,Paul Jackson Jr.
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 153:
Individual Instruction
Weekly individual instruction.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
47340D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Patrice Rushen
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 170:
Vocal Training for the Singer-Songwriter
Technique, tone production, vocal hygiene, and problem solving strategies for Singer-Songwriters. Training in technical skills that enhance vocal power, confidence and increased emotive capacity.
(2.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47435D
2:00-3:50pm
Monday
Lecture
Jeffrey Allen
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 240:
Drumming Proficiency for the Popular Musician
Beginning and elementary instruction in drum set techniques.
(2.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47370R
9:00-9:50am
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Aaron Serfaty
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 250:
Keyboard Proficiency for the Popular Musician
Development of practical keyboard skills, including reading and realizing chord symbols, basics of voice leading, study of various harmonic and rhythmic styles.
(2.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47386D
4:00-4:50pm
MWF
Lecture
Michael Arrom
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 253:
Individual Instruction
Weekly individual instruction.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
47395D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Patrice Rushen
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 300x:
Non-Major Individual Instruction
Intermediate and advanced instruction designed for non-music majors. Not available for credit to music majors.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 16)
Not available
Not available
47420D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Patrice Rushen
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 301:
Individual Instruction
Intermediate and advanced instruction on secondary instrument for all majors and minors except MPPM.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 16)
Not available
Restriction: Registration closed to the following major(s): Performance (Popular Music)
47425D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Patrice Rushen
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 320:
Popular Music Performance II
Development of ensemble and communication skills through the performance and interpretation of American popular music in concert and studio settings. Development of original compositions.
(2.0 units, max 8)
Prerequisite: MPPM 120
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
47440D
6:00-7:50pm
Wednesday
Lecture
Patrice Rushen
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 325b:
Arranging in Popular Music
Writing and arranging for small groups of brass, wind, and/or string instruments with rhythm section in the popular music idiom.
(2.0 units)
Prerequisite: MPPM 325A
Not available
47453D
12:00-1:50pm
Wednesday
Lecture
Douglas Petty,Rick Schmunk
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 340:
Intermediate Drum Set Proficiency
Intermediate level instruction in drum set performance including accompaniment techniques,fills, beat and brush patterns in jazz, Afro-Caribbean and Brazilian styles, interpreting drum charts. Recommended preparation: MPPM 240
(2.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47465D
11:00-11:50am
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Aaron Serfaty
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 353:
Individual Instruction
Weekly individual instruction in primary major instrument.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
47478D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Patrice Rushen
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 420:
Popular Music Performance Styles and Genres
The detailed exploration of a specific style or genre in Popular Music through study of repertoire, history and practice with particular emphasis on performance. Recommended preparation: MPPM 120 and MPPM 320.
(2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
47513D
6:00-7:50pm
Monday
Lecture
Steve Trovato
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 450a:
Final Project
Major collaborative performance project in popular music.
(1.0 unit)
Not available
Not available
47525D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Christopher Sampson
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 450b:
Final Project
Major collaborative performance project in popular music. CR/NC.
(1.0 unit)
Prerequisite: MPPM 450A
Not available
47528D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Christopher Sampson
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 453:
Individual Instruction
Weekly individual instruction in primary major instrument.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
47531D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Patrice Rushen
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 490x:
Directed Research
Individual research and readings. Open only to juniors and seniors. Not available for graduate credit.
(1.0-8.0 units, max 12)
Not available
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
47540D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Patrice Rushen
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 501:
Individual Instruction
Secondary instruction for graduate music majors or instruction for graduate non-music majors.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
47554D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Patrice Rushen
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 590:
Directed Research
Research leading to the Master's Degree. Maximum units which maybe applied to the degree to be determined by the department.Graded CR/NC.
(1.0-12.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47570D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Patrice Rushen
MPPM
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPPM/
MPPM 790:
Research
Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
(1.0-12.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47595D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Patrice Rushen
MPST
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPST/
MPST 153:
Individual Instruction
null
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
45900D
6:00-7:50pm
Tuesday
Lecture
David Moore,
MPST
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPST/
MPST 163:
Class Harp
Basic instruction in the fundamentals of solo harp playing, note reading, and basic musicianship.
(2.0 units, max 4)
Not available
Not available
45923R
10:00-10:50am
Friday
Lecture
Joann Turovsky
MPST
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPST/
MPST 253:
Individual Instruction
null
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
45925D
6:00-7:50pm
Tuesday
Lecture
David Moore,
MPST
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPST/
MPST 300x:
Non-Major Individual Instruction
Intermediate and advanced instruction designed for non-music majors. Not available for credit to music majors. Recommended preparation: MPST 101x.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 16)
Not available
Not available
45955D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lina Bahn
MPST
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPST/
MPST 301:
Individual Instruction
Intermediate and advanced instruction on secondary instrument for music majors, on principal instrument for music minors and B.A. music majors. Open only to music majors and minors.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 16)
Not available
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Music, Jazz Studies, Music Industry, Music Recording, Composition, Composition (Film Scoring), Electroacoustic Media, Jazz Studies (Vocal), Music Education, Bassoon, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Flute, French Horn, Harp, Harpsichord, Oboe, Organ, Percussion, Piano, Saxophone, Studio Guitar, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola, Violin, Violoncello, Vocal Arts
45980D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lina Bahn
MPST
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPST/
MPST 353:
Individual Instruction
null
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46005D
6:00-7:50pm
Tuesday
Lecture
David Moore,
MPST
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPST/
MPST 453:
Individual Instruction
null
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46060D
6:00-7:50pm
Tuesday
Lecture
David Moore,
MPST
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPST/
MPST 490x:
Directed Research
Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit.
(1.0-8.0 units, max 12)
Not available
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
46125D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lina Bahn
MPST
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPST/
MPST 501:
Individual Instruction
Secondary instrument for graduate music majors or instruction for graduate non-music majors.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46135D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lina Bahn
MPST
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPST/
MPST 553:
Individual Instruction
null
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46185D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lina Bahn
MPST
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPST/
MPST 554:
Graduate Certificate Performance
Individual instruction and related lab participation for Graduate Certificate students.
(4.0 units, max 16)
Not available
Not available
46208D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lina Bahn
MPST
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPST/
MPST 590:
Directed Research
Research leading to the Master's Degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
(1.0-12.0 units)
Not available
Not available
46210D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lina Bahn
MPST
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPST/
MPST 653:
Performance
Individual or master class instruction for D.M.A. Performance majors.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 12)
Not available
Not available
46220D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lina Bahn
MPST
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPST/
MPST 754:
Artist Diploma Performance
Individual instruction and related lab participation for Artist Diploma students.
(4.0 units, max 16)
Not available
Not available
46255D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lina Bahn
MPST
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPST/
MPST 790:
Research
Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
(1.0-12.0 units)
Not available
Not available
46260D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lina Bahn
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 141:
Class Voice
Introduction to the fundamental principles of singing: breath control, tone production, diction, and the use of appropriate song material.
(2.0 units, max 4)
Not available
Not available
46320R
10:00-11:50am
Wednesday
Lecture
Lynn Helding
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 153:
Individual Instruction
Weekly individual instruction and vocal performance forum.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46330D
12:00-1:50pm
Friday
Lecture
Lisa Sylvester
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 253:
Individual Instruction
Weekly individual instruction and vocal performance forum.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46360D
12:00-1:50pm
Friday
Lecture
Lisa Sylvester
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 260:
Italian Language and Diction
Developing competence in listening, vocal pronunciation, speaking, singing, International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), reading and writing Italian. Emphasizes musical texts including Italian song and operatic arias.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
46363D
12:00-12:50pm
MTuTh
Lecture
Lisa Sylvester,
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 261:
French Language and Diction
Developing competence in listening, vocal pronunciation, speaking, singing, International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), reading and writing French. Emphasizes musical texts including French song and operatic arias.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
46364D
12:00-12:50pm
MTuW
Lecture
Lisa Sylvester,
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 300x:
Non-Major Individual Instruction
Intermediate and advanced instruction designed for non-music majors.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 16)
Not available
Not available
46378D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lynn Helding
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 301:
Individual Instruction
Intermediate and advanced instruction: secondary emphasis for music majors, principal emphasis for music minors and all B.A. music majors. Open only to music majors and minors.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 16)
Not available
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Bassoon, Choral Music, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Composition, Composition (Film Scoring), Double Bass, Electroacoustic Media, Flute, French Horn, Harp, Harpsichord, Jazz Studies, Jazz Studies (Vocal), Music, Music Education, Music Industry, Music Recording, Oboe, Organ, Percussion, Piano, Saxophone, Studio Guitar, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola, Violin, Violoncello, Vocal Arts
46385D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lisa Sylvester
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 353:
Individual Instruction
Weekly individual instruction and vocal performance forum.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46400D
12:00-1:50pm
Friday
Lecture
Lisa Sylvester
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 403:
Acting for Singers II
Continuation of MPVA 203ab. Acting of operatic roles in different periods and styles; specific recital and audition techniques. Recommended preparation: MPVA 203ab
(2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46423D
10:00-11:20am
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Ken Cazan
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 405:
USC Opera
Preparation, rehearsal, and performance of operatic works and excerpts; study of different operatic styles; public appearances. By audition only.
(2.0 units, max 12)
Not available
Not available
46429D
4:00-10:50pm
MWF
Lecture
Brent McMunn,
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 406:
Opera Coaching Techniques
Score study for pianists, coaches, and conductors; role analysis; transcription techniques for one or two pianos of an orchestral score.
(2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46432D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Brent McMunn
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 407:
Directing for the Operatic Stage
Various approaches to operatic style; basic blocking; stage management. Student direction of scenes produced in USC Opera.
(2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46435D
4:00-5:50pm
Thursday
Lecture
Ken Cazan
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 412:
Musical Theatre Workshop II
Stylistic and technical features of dramatic and musical elements involved in performance of the Broadway musical and standard operetta repertory; staging of scenes.
(3.0 units, max 6)
Prerequisite: MPVA 402
Not available
46440D
11:30-12:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Karen Parks
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 453:
Individual Instruction
Weekly individual instruction and vocal performance forum.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46467D
12:00-1:50pm
Friday
Lecture
Lisa Sylvester
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 490x:
Directed Research
Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit.
(1.0-8.0 units, max 12)
Not available
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
46486D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lisa Sylvester
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 501:
Individual Instruction
Secondary instruction for graduate music majors or instruction for graduate non-music majors.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46495D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lisa Sylvester,Jeremy Frank
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 540:
Special Studies in Vocal Literature
Art song, concert and operatic repertoire. Emphasis to be determined by the department.
(2.0 units, max 6)
Not available
Not available
46510D
2:00-3:50pm
Tuesday
Lecture
Lisa Sylvester
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 542:
Vocal Pedagogy Teaching Practicum
Applying principles learned in vocology and/or pedagogy through practice voice teaching in both classical and non-classical singing styles.
(2.0 units)
Prerequisite: 1 from (MPVA 438 or MPVA 541)
Not available
46516D
12:00-1:50pm
Thursday
Lecture
Lisa Sylvester
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 553:
Individual Instruction
Weekly individual instruction and vocal performance forum.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46521D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lisa Sylvester
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 554:
Graduate Certificate Performance
Individual instruction and related lab participation for Graduate Certificate students.
(4.0 units, max 16)
Not available
Not available
46531D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lisa Sylvester
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 561:
Graduate French Diction
A review of French rules of pronunciation, International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and grammatical structure through the in-depth study of song and aria texts.
(2.0 units)
Not available
Not available
46540D
10:00-11:50am
Monday
Lecture
Lisa Sylvester
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 590:
Directed Research
Research leading to the Master's Degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
(1.0-12.0 units)
Not available
Not available
46548D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lisa Sylvester
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 653:
Individual Instruction
Weekly individual instruction and vocal performance forum.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 12)
Not available
Not available
46570D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lisa Sylvester
MPVA
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPVA/
MPVA 790:
Research
Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
(1.0-12.0 units)
Not available
Not available
46595D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Lisa Sylvester
MPWP
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPWP/
MPWP 153:
Individual Instruction
null
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46630D
7:00-8:50pm
Tuesday
Lecture
Shawn Mouser
MPWP
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPWP/
MPWP 253:
Individual Instruction
null
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46690D
7:00-8:50pm
Tuesday
Lecture
Shawn Mouser
MPWP
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPWP/
MPWP 300x:
Non-Major Individual Instruction
Intermediate and advanced instruction designed for non-music majors. Not available for credit to music majors. Recommended preparation: MPWP 101
(1.0-2.0 units, max 16)
Not available
Not available
46720D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Shawn Mouser
MPWP
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPWP/
MPWP 301:
Individual Instruction
Intermediate and advanced instruction on secondary instrument for music majors, on principal instrument for music minor and B.A. music majors. Open only to music majors and minors.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 16)
Not available
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Music, Jazz Studies, Music Industry, Music Recording, Composition, Composition (Film Scoring), Electroacoustic Media, Jazz Studies (Vocal), Music Education, Bassoon, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Flute, French Horn, Harp, Harpsichord, Oboe, Organ, Percussion, Piano, Saxophone, Studio Guitar, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola, Violin, Violoncello, Vocal Arts
46750D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Shawn Mouser
MPWP
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPWP/
MPWP 353:
Individual Instruction
null
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46780D
7:00-8:50pm
Tuesday
Lecture
Shawn Mouser
MPWP
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPWP/
MPWP 453:
Individual Instruction
null
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46850D
7:00-8:50pm
Tuesday
Lecture
Shawn Mouser
MPWP
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPWP/
MPWP 490x:
Directed Research
Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit.
(1.0-8.0 units, max 12)
Not available
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
46886D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Sharon Lavery
MPWP
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPWP/
MPWP 501:
Individual Instruction
Secondary instruction for graduate music majors or instruction for graduate non-music majors.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46890D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Shawn Mouser
MPWP
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPWP/
MPWP 551:
Individual Instrument Performance Class III
Solo and orchestra repertoire, professional preparation, reed making, and other matters appropriate to group study. Intended for M.M. wind and percussion majors.
(1.0 units, max 2)
Not available
Not available
46924D
4:00-5:50pm
Thursday
Lecture
Joseph Pereira
MPWP
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPWP/
MPWP 553:
Individual Instruction
null
(1.0-2.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
46984D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Shawn Mouser
MPWP
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPWP/
MPWP 554:
Graduate Certificate Performance
Individual instruction and related lab participation for Graduate Certificate students.
(4.0 units, max 16)
Not available
Not available
47015D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Sharon Lavery
MPWP
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPWP/
MPWP 590:
Directed Research
Research leading to the Master's Degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
(1.0-12.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47020D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Sharon Lavery
MPWP
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPWP/
MPWP 653:
Performance
Individual or master class instruction for D.M.A. Performance majors.
(1.0-2.0 units, max 12)
Not available
Not available
47030D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Shawn Mouser
MPWP
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPWP/
MPWP 754:
Artist Diploma Performance
Individual instruction and related lab participation for Artist Diploma students.
(4.0 units, max 16)
Not available
Not available
47060D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Sharon Lavery
MPWP
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MPWP/
MPWP 790:
Research
Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the deparment. Graded CR/NC.
(1.0-12.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47065D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Sharon Lavery
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 102gw:
World Music
Exploration of music and cultures of the world. Engagement with international musicians, global issues, field work and musical diasporas in Los Angeles.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47203R
4:00-5:50pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Leon Garcia Corona
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 115gp:
Western Music as Sounding History
An introduction to Western art music and culture from the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Modern eras through reading, listening, analyzing and writing about music.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47208R
2:00-3:50pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Rotem Gilbert
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 200mgw:
The Broadway Musical: Reflections of American Diversity
A uniquely American genre, the Broadway musical serves as a catalyst for inquiry into human diversity, cross-culturalism, and significant social and political issues.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47213R
4:00-5:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Karen Parks
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 210g:
Electronic Music and Dance Culture
The origins and development of EDM and its relatives such as disco, house, techno, rave and electronica, focusing on cultural and technological influences.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47216R
6:00-7:50pm
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Sean Nye
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 215Lg:
Music, Mind and the Brain
An interdisciplinary approach to music, mind and brain. Explores music as an object with its own properties and as a form of human behavior.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
52480R
12:30-1:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Beatriz Ilari,Assal Habibi
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 250mgw:
The Music of Black Americans
A chronicle of the musical contribution of Africans and African Americans to American society and to the foundations of musical genres and styles throughout the world.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47220R
10:00-11:50am
Mon, Wed
Lecture
Ron Mc Curdy
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 255:
Songwriting I
Development of musical and lyrical skills, composing, listening, analysis, and critiques of popular original music.
(2.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47223D
6:00-7:50pm
Tuesday
Lecture
Haleigh Bowers
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 320mgw:
Hip-hop Music and Culture
A history of hip-hop music from its inception to the present: its musical processes and styles, as well as attendant social, political and cultural issues.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47229R
6:00-7:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Sean Nye
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 355:
Songwriting II
Continuation of Songwriting I; particular emphasis on the analysis of the techniques of important popular songwriters and the application of these techniques to original songs.
(2.0 units)
Prerequisite: MUSC 255
Not available
47234R
4:00-5:50pm
Tuesday
Lecture
Haleigh Bowers
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 373g:
Writing About Popular Music
Immerses students in criticism, scholarship, and creative writing dealing with popular music. Students participate in that discourse through developing their own authorial voices.
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47244R
12:00-1:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Joanna Demers
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 374g:
Beatles, Stones, Bowie: Empire and Masculinity
Historical survey of the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and David Bowie that explores their contributions to contemporary notions of "masculinity," "Empire," and "classic rock."
(4.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47245R
2:00-3:50pm
Tue, Thu
Lecture
Joanna Demers
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 455:
Songwriting III: The Performing Songwriter
Continuation of Songwriting I and II with emphasis on the development of performance skills of original popular music in preparation for songwriting showcases.
(2.0 units)
Prerequisite: 1 from (MUCO 254 or MUSC 355)
Not available
47263R
6:00-7:50pm
Wednesday
Lecture
Christopher Sampson
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 475:
Musicians Health and Wellness
Interactive exploration of injury prevention, body awareness disciplines, effective practice strategies, warm-ups and stretches, performance anxiety, hearing protection, and other pertinent wellness topics for musicians.
(2.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47274D
5:00-6:50pm
Tuesday
Lecture
William Kanengiser
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 480:
Young Artist Project I
Ideation and development of plans for unique individualized, mentored projects related to students' diversified and often hybrid work as classical musicians.
(2.0 units)
Not available
Not available
47275D
10:00-11:50am
Monday
Lecture
Veronika Krausas
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 496:
Careers in Music
A study of the practical aspects of the music business, including the history, procedures, standard practices, economics and technologies employed by the music industry. Open to juniors and seniors only.
(2.0 units)
Not available
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
47277D
10:00-11:50am
Wednesday
Lecture
Christopher Sampson
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 498x:
Internship in Music
Practical work experience in the student's field of study, at an off-campus location. Students are individually supervised by faculty. Open only to Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Arts, Music majors only. Not available for graduate credit. Graded CR/NC.
(1.0-4.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Music, Composition, Jazz Studies, Jazz Studies (Vocal), Music Education, Music Industry, Bassoon, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Flute, French Horn, Harp, Oboe, Organ, Percussion, Piano, Saxophone, Studio Guitar, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola, Violin, Violoncello, Vocal Arts
47280D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Brian Head
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 499:
Special Topics
Selected topics of current interest.
(1.0-8.0 units, max 8)
Not available
Not available
47284R
4:00-5:50pm
Monday
Lecture
Tim Greiving
MUSC
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/MUSC/
MUSC 598:
Internship in Music
Practical work experience in the student's field of study, at an off-campus location. Students are individually supervised by faculty. Open only to music majors. Graded CR/NC.
(1.0-4.0 units, max 4)
Not available
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Music (Early Music Performance), Music (History and Literature), Choral Music, Composition, Conducting, Jazz Studies, Music Education, Bassoon, Clarinet, Classical Guitar, Double Bass, Flute, French Horn, Harp, Performance (Keyboard Collaborative Arts), Oboe, Organ, Percussion, Piano, Saxophone, Studio Guitar, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Viola, Violoncello, Vocal Arts, Music ( Historical Musicology), Early Music Performance
47286D
TBA
TBA
Lecture
Brian Head