MUSIC DEPARTMENT STUDENT INFORMATION

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In the course of their studies at Grinnell, students majoring in music will develop:

1) The ability to apply theoretical, stylistic, and cultural information to the study of music from diverse traditions;
2) The ability to listen critically;
3) The ability to write and speak about music effectively;
4) The ability to discover parallels, connections, and relationships between music and other disciplines;
5) An understanding of the value of music in community life;
6) An understanding of the workings of tonal music;
7) The ability to apply computer technology appropriately to musical studies;
8) A substantial understanding of at least one area- theory, composition, and technology; cultural and historical studies; or performance.

Students declare a major at the end of their second year of studies.

Major requirements:

• a minimum of 36 credits in music
• Music 112, 261, 262
• Mus 112: Harmony
• one 200-level course in theory or composition (Music 213, 215, 219)
• one 200-level course in historical and cultural studies (Music 201, 202, 203, or 204)
• four credits of private instruction (Music 120, 220, 221, or 420)
• At least four credits at the 300-level or above (Music 321, 322, or 495)

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