Music Minor
College: College of Arts & Humanities
The objective of the music minor is to provide students from any area of study with the opportunity to be introduced to the field of music through theoretical, historical and performance experiences.
Requirements for the Music Minor
An audition is required for acceptance in the minor.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Music Courses | ||
| MUSP 1 | Concert Attendance (2 semesters with a grade of “CR”) | 0 |
| MUSP 102 | Large Music Ensemble (2 semesters, 1 credit each) | 2 |
| MUSI 104 | Music Appreciation | 3 |
| MUSI 120 | Music Theory I | 2 |
| MUSI 121 | Music Theory II | 2 |
| MUSP 135 | Aural Music Theory I | 1 |
| MUSP 136 | Aural Music Theory II | 1 |
| MUSP 150 | Class Piano I | 2 |
| MUSP 151 | Class Piano II | 2 |
| MUSA | Major Applied Instrument 100 Level (2 semesters, 1 credit each) | 2 |
| Elective Course | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Music History I: 450-1750 | ||
| Music History II: 1750-Present | ||
| World Music | ||
| Total Credits | 20 | |
Music minors may continue applied music study beyond minimum requirements if concurrently enrolled in the appropriate large ensemble.
University Requirements for Minors
Course work in the minor must be completed with the minimum GPA as specified by the department or program under which the minor falls, usually a 2.00 on a 4.00 scale, but higher in some programs. Transfer students must attain the minimum specified GPA on a combination of transfer credits accepted toward the minor and credits attempted at UW-Parkside.
At least half of the course work required for a minor must be completed at UW-Parkside.