Course Listing
Please check the Class Schedule or contact the program for specific course availability for each semester:
Program Courses:
A&H 4008 Creative arts laboratory
Experiential sessions in dance, music, story-telling, videography, and visual arts will enable students to design and enact arts experiences that facilitate development of critical and creative thinking skills in core curricula. Special fee: $50.
Instructor: Lenore Pogonowski
A&H 5001 Research methods in arts education
An examination of research studies and strategies for conducting research in the arts. Special fee: $25.
Instructor: Harold Abeles
A&H 5002 Assessment strategies for the arts
An examination of traditional and alternative strategies for assessing art objects and artistic performance, knowledge of the arts, and attitudes toward the arts.
Instructor: Harold Abeles
A&HM 4020 Music for children
Focuses on the development of student’s musical thinking through active participation in classroom strategies. A broad multicultural repertoire serves to stimulate children’s creative musical responses through movement, and exploration of sound and imagery. Includes integrated creative activities involving the combination of movement, vocal and instrumental performance, and listening. Materials fee: $30.
A&HM 4021 Designing musical experiences for young children
Permission of instructor required. Prerequisite: A&HM 5022. Over-view of appropriate interactive practices, environmental design, and curriculum planning for young children from birth through age 7. Includes observations of exemplary teaching as well as practicum experience. Special fee: $40.
Instructor: Lori Custodero
A&HM 4022 The Artistic Lives of Young Children
For preservice and in-service teachers of young children interested in integrative pedagogy focused on children’s engagement with music, art, movement, and dramatic play. Creative expression is explored within cultural, expressive, developmental, and curricular contexts through personal reflection, observation, and instructional design. Materials fee: $50.
Instructor: Lori Custodero
A&HM 4023 Choral methods, procedures, and materials
Recommended for vocal-choral majors. A study of the choir as a performing medium. Rehearsal techniques and procedures as they apply to the development of artistic choral performance. Choral literature available for school, community, and church groups at all levels of proficiency. Materials fee: $75.
Instructor: Jeanne Goffi-Fynn
A&HM 4029 Introduction to new technologies in music education
Understanding the principles of creating and teaching with synthesizers, MIDI, computers, emphasizing the application to music education. Materials fee: $75.
Instructor: James Frankel
A&HM 4030 Integrating music in the classroom
Primarily for non-majors. Focuses on music and its relationship to other curriculum areas as a means to facilitate students’ abilities to make connections and conceptualize points of view from a variety of perspectives. Materials fee: $30.
A&HM 4050 Conducting and score reading
Principles of conducting as a performing medium; emphasis on technique development for effective artistic visual portrayal of music; reading and memorization of scores. Classes videotaped for viewing. Special fee: $75.
A&HM 4056 Chamber music
For music majors only. The study and performance of chamber works from the Baroque through contemporary periods. Special fee: $110.
Instructor: Dwight Manning
A&HM 4059 Jazz improvisation
A sequentially developed performance experience focusing on the basic skills and concepts of jazz performance and improvisation for keyboard, instrumental and vocal musicians. Students will learn how to improvise from the beginning, performing and listening to standard jazz and blues repertoire.
Instructor: Bertram Konowitz
A&HM 4060 Jazz Improvisation II
A sequentially developed performance experience focusing on the basic skills and concepts of jazz performance and improvisation for keyboard, instrumental and vocal musicians. Students will learn how to improvise from the beginning, performing and listening to standard jazz and blues repertoire.
Instructor: Bertram Konowitz
A&HM 4150 Instrumental music instruction: Instruments/voice
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. Primarily for beginning students. With permission of the advisor, students may register continuously for this course. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 4201 Fieldwork in music education
For Music majors only. Professional activities in the field under the supervision of a member of the Music Education Program faculty.
A&HM 4357 Ensemble performance: music --Instrumental
For music majors only. For instrumental and vocal majors, a course designed for performance by chamber ensembles. Repertoire determined by registration. Public concert performances each semester.
Instructor: Randall Allsup
A&HM 4358 Ensemble performance: music - Vocal
For music majors only. For instrumental and vocal majors, a course designed for performance by chamber ensembles. Repertoire determined by registration. Public concert performances each semester.
A&HM 4701 Supervised teaching in music education
Permission of instructor required. M.A. candidates who are student teaching must complete a minimum of 36 points. A variety of supervised teaching experiences (K-12), supplemented by conferences, evaluation, and seminars. The student completes 200 hours in schools observing, assisting, teaching, and evaluating. Required of those seeking state certification in music in New York State and other states.
Instructor: Randall Allsup
A&HM 4711 Supervised teaching in music education: 7-12
Faculty.
Instructor: Randall Allsup
A&HM 4901 Research and independent study in music education
For Music majors only. Research and independent study under the direction of a member of the Music Education Program faculty.
Instructor: Harold Abeles
A&HM 5003 Introduction to the perception and cognition of music performance
An examination of acoustic and psychological foundations of music.
Instructor: Harold Abeles
A&HM 5020 Foundations of music education
An examination of the historical, philosophical, psychological, and sociological bases of music education, emphasizing the implications for the development of curriculum, policy, and administrative leadership.
Instructor: Harold Abeles
A&HM 5021 Instrumental instruction for children
Prerequisite: A&HM 5022. For private and group music teachers. Developmentally appropriate strategies and materials for instrumental instruction, integrating improvisation, composition, movement, singing, and ensemble playing. Special fee: $30.
Instructor: Lori Custodero
A&HM 5022 Children's musical development
Overview of significant issues and current research regarding the development of musical skills and understandings in children through early adolescence. Includes observations of children’s spontaneous music-making. Special fee: $30.
Instructor: Lori Custodero
A&HM 5023 Vocal pedagogy
Permission of instructor required. Investigation and application of recent research in voice production and pedagogy. Directed teaching of voice comprised of student assignments, observed lessons, and lesson evaluation. Diagnosis of vocal condition and the design of lesson plans to effect change and growth will be emphasized. Special fee: $50.
Instructor: Jeanne Goffi-Fynn
A&HM 5025 Creativity and problem-solving in music education
Permission of instructor required. Designed for initial and professional majors to experience and explore critical thinking as a means for establishing a framework for music learning at all levels. Materials fee: $35.
Instructor: Randall Allsup
A&HM 5026 Music skills and the creative strategy
Permission of instructor required. Enrollment limited to 25. Prerequisite: A&HM 5025. Designed for initial and professional majors to examine and experience problem-solving techniques for developing musical skills within the framework of the creative strategy. Materials fee: $35.
Instructor: Randall Allsup
A&HM 5027 Philosophical perspectives on music education
An investigation of the influential philosophical texts that inform music teaching and learning. Topics involve the examination of aesthetic and praxial philosophies; ethical practices; and historical, critical, and cultural perspectives.
Instructor: Randall Allsup
A&HM 5029 Intermediate and advanced applications of new technologies in music education
Specific demonstrations with new music technology emphasizing the development of creative strategies for music education at various levels. Special fee: $75.
Instructor: James Frankel
A&HM 5032 Comprehensive musicianship I
Through analysis, composition, critical listening, improvisation and performance, l7th and l8th century theoretical constructs are explored, including an overview of the development of harmony and polyphony leading up to these eras. Materials fee: $35.
Instructor: Lenore Pogonowski
A&HM 5033 Comprehensive musicianship II
Maximum enrollment: 25. An examination of 19th century theoretical constructs through analysis, composition, critical listening, improvisation, and performance. Materials fee: $35.
Instructor: Lenore Pogonowski
A&HM 5040 Interpretation of piano literature
Prerequisite: A&HM 5350 or equivalent. The study and performance of representative piano compositions from the Baroque through contemporary periods, with appropriate harmonic, stylistic, and technical analysis.
A&HM 5041 Interpretation Of piano literature II
Prerequisite: A&HM 5350 or equivalent. The study and performance of representative piano compositions from the Baroque through contemporary periods, with appropriate harmonic, stylistic, and technical analysis.
A&HM 5042 Choral literature survey
Recommended for vocal-choral majors. A comprehensive survey of representative choral music, from the early Renaissance period to the present. Examination of the development of choral forms, stylistic features, and performance practice of the periods. Materials fee: $75.
A&HM 5047 Creative strategies for teaching music literature
Selected works from the repertoire serve as the basis for demonstrating how to develop creative music strategies for teaching and enhancing the learning of music literature at all levels, including college teaching. Materials fee: $30.
Instructor: Lenore Pogonowski
A&HM 5050 Advanced conducting and interpretation
Prerequisite: A&HM 4050 or equivalent. For students experienced in conducting. Reading and memorization of scores involving clefs and transpositions. Videotapes made and studied. Special fee: $75.
A&HM 5052 Vocal literature and interpretation
For students of singing, accompanying and coaching. Offers performing and teaching command of representative literature, techniques of interpretation and presentation; German, Italian, and French diction for singers. Course may be repeated. Materials fee: $40.
Instructor: Jeanne Goffi-Fynn
A&HM 5058 Recital I
For Music majors only. Corequisite: simultaneous registration for applied music instruction. The student will mount a recital by securing a date, designing programs and flyers, advertising, arranging for personnel, rehearsing, and finally performing. If s/he chooses to perform in a group with classmates, then s/he should register for 0 points. If the student wishes to give a full, solo recital, then s/he has the option of registering for 1 point to receive additional coaching from the applied music instructor.
Instructor: Jeanne Goffi-Fynn
A&HM 5141 Special Topics in Music: Research
Selected topics of interest in music examined in depth. Topic announced each semester.
Instructor: Harold Abeles
A&HM 5142 Special topics in music: Pedagogy
Selected topics of interest in music examined in depth. Topic announced each semester.
Instructor: Randall Allsup
A&HM 5143 Special topics in music: Comprehensive Musicianship
Selected topics of interest in music examined in depth. Topic announced each semester.
Instructor: Lori Custodero
A&HM 5150 Instrumental music instruction: Violin
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5151 Instrumental music instruction: Trumpet
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5152 Instrumental music instruction: Harp
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5153 Instrumental music instruction: Cello
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5154 Instrumental music instruction: Viola
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5155 Instrumental music instruction: String bass
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5156 Instrumental music instruction: Percussion
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
Instructor: Angelo Miranda
A&HM 5157 Instrumental music instruction: French horn
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5158 Instrumental music instruction: Trombone, Baritone
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5159 Instrumental music instruction: Tuba
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5160 Instrumental music instruction: Oboe
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5161 Instrumental music instruction: Saxophone
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5162 Instrumental music instruction: Flute
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5163 Instrumental music instruction: Clarinet
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5164 Instrumental music instruction: Bassoon
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5166 Instrumental music instruction: Guitar
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5167 Instrumental music instruction: Synthesizer
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5168 Instrumental music instruction: Strings
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5169 Instrumental music instruction: Woodwinds
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5170 Instrumental music instruction: Brass
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5171 Instrumental music instruction: Renaissance Instruments
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5172 Instrumental Music Education: Viola de Gamba
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For intermediate and advanced Music majors only. With permission of advisor, students may register continuously for the course numbers below. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5201 Fieldwork in music education
For Music majors only. Professional activities in the field under the supervision of a member of the Music Education Program faculty.
Instructor: Lori Custodero
A&HM 5350 Piano instruction for music majors
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. Individual instruction includes repertory, technical and musical problems, performing experience, and intensive understanding of teaching strategies. With the permission of the advisor, students may register continuously for this course. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5351 Harpsichord instruction II
For Music majors only. Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. Advanced harpsichord instruction: emphasis on elements of style and special techniques of performance of early keyboard music. Discussion of teaching material from beginning to advanced repertory. With permission of the advisor, a student may register continuously for this course. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5352 Voice instruction for music majors
For Music majors only. Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. Advanced individual voice instruction includes repertory, technical, and musical problems, performing experience, and intensive understanding of teaching strategies. With the permission of the advisor, a student may register continuously for this course. Special fee: $110.
Instructor: Jeanne Goffi-Fynn
A&HM 5353 Organ instruction for music majors
Written permission from the Music Education Program, Room 520A Horace Mann, required. For experienced organists and music majors. Individual instruction on technical problems, repertory and performance practice. With the permission of the advisor, a student may register continuously for this course. Special fee: $110.
A&HM 5901 Research and independent study in music education
For Music majors only. Research and independent study under the direction of a member of the Music Education Program faculty.
Instructor: Harold Abeles
A&HM 6001 Teaching and administration of music in college
Major issues relating to the curriculum, instruction and administration of programs of music and music education in colleges and universities.
Instructor: Harold Abeles
A&HM 6023 The teaching of applied music in college
Music majors only. Theory and practice of applied music instruction in college for both major and non-major students. Emphasis on developing a student-centered learning environment. Required for music students who wish to be Graduate Assistants in the Applied Music Program.
Instructor: Jeanne Goffi-Fynn
A&HM 6058 Recital II
For Music majors only. Corequisite: simultaneous registration for applied music instruction. The student will mount a recital by securing a date, designing programs and flyers, advertising, arranging for personnel, rehearsing, and finally performing. If s/he chooses to perform in a group with classmates, then s/he should register for 0 points. If the student wishes to give a full, solo recital, then s/he has the option of registering for 1 point to receive additional coaching from the applied music instructor.
A&HM 6201 Advanced fieldwork in music education
For Music majors only. Professional activities in the field under the supervision of a member of the Music Education Program faculty.
A&HM 6421 Internship in the supervision and administration of music
Professor Abeles. For Music majors only. Qualified students work as interns with supervisors or administrators in selected sites. Satisfies the internship requirement for administrative and supervisory certification. Provision is made for assessment of field-based competencies in fulfillment of program requirements
Instructor: Harold Abeles
A&HM 6481 Internship in the teaching of college music
Guided experiences in the teaching of music in departments of metropo-litan-area colleges.
Instructor: Jeanne Goffi-Fynn
A&HM 6501 Doctoral seminar in music education
Permission required from advisor and sign-up in the Music Office (520A Horace Mann) is also required. For Music majors only. Music doctoral candidates will identify their area of research interest and narrow their dissertation topic.
Instructor: Harold Abeles
A&HM 6901 Advanced study in music education
For Music majors only, permission required from advisor and sign-up in the Music Office (520A Horace Mann) is also required. Research and independent study under the direction of a member of the Music Education faculty. Different sections will be offered for specific subject areas. Each section will require subject’s specific prerequisites.
Instructor: James Frankel
A&HM 6971 Research and independent study in music education
Permission required from advisor and sign-up in the Music Office (520A Horace Mann) is also required. Research and independent study under the direction of a faculty member in Music Education.
Instructor: Harold Abeles
A&HM 7501 Dissertation seminar in music education
Permission required from advisor and sign-up in the Music Office (520A Horace Mann) is also required. For Music majors only. A required group tutorial for music doctoral students to help develop or refine topics of inquiry for research. The teaching format is flexible and may include faculty/student presentations, group discussions, and critiques. Preparation and presentation of dissertation proposal for approval. Students may register for a maximum of one term.
Instructor: Harold Abeles
A&HM 8900 Dissertation advisement in music education
Permission required from advisor and sign-up in the Music Office (520A Horace Mann) is also required. Individual advisement on doctoral dissertations for music majors only. Fee to equal 3 points at current tuition rate for each term. For requirements, see section in catalog on Continuous Registration for Ed.D. degree.
Instructor: Harold Abeles