Courses at the 100-level

Ballet technique and the classical tradition in dance are introduced through an intensive studio experience, related readings, and attendance at ballet performances. (Formerly DANC 100: Fundamentals of Ballet.)
2 credit hours

The technique, rhythms, styles, and historical background of jazz dance are introduced through an intensive studio experience, related readings, and films. (Formerly DANC 101: Fundamentals of Jazz.)
2 credit hours

The technique, style, and vocabulary of tap dance are introduced through studio experience, related readings, and films. Emphasis is on the development of a strong fundamental technique.
2 credit hours

Studio experience is combined with a historical survey of the development of modern dance through studio classes and survey classes. (Formerly Dance 107: Beginning Modern Dance.)
3 credit hours

Credit is available to all qualified students who participate for the full academic year.
1 credit hours

• Membership in Rhode Island College Dance Company and consent of instructor

Note-reading, rhythm, and finger coordination are studied. Individual practice is required, but no previous musical train-ing is necessary.
1 credit hours

The basics of fingering melodies, chords, and accompaniments are studied. No previous musical training is required. Students must supply their own guitars.
1 credit hours

Study is made of basic vocal production and singing styles, with emphasis on interpretation. No previous musical training is required.
1 credit hours

Students develop keyboard manipulative skills, the use of primary triads in accompaniment patterns, transposition, sight reading, improvisation, and basic pedaling technique.
2 credit hours

• music major or consent of department chair

A continuation of MUS 104, study includes keyboard harmony using primary and secondary triads, altered chords and simple figured bass, and piano literature from various periods.
2 credit hours

• MUS 104

The basic techniques of orchestral strings are studied. Pedagogy and a knowledge of basic materials are also considered.
1 credit hours

• music major or consent of department chair.

Basic vocal pedagogy is stressed in preparation for a career in music education. Included are vocal production, diction, interpretation technique, and standard vocal repertoire.
1 credit hours

• music major or consent of department chair

The basic techniques of brass instruments are studied. Pedagogy and basic teaching materials are also considered.
1 credit hours

• music major or consent of department chair

The basic techniques of woodwind instruments are studied. Pedagogy and basic teaching materials are also considered.
1 credit hours

• music major or consent of department chair

The basic techniques of percussion instruments are studied. Pedagogy and basic teaching materials are also considered.
1 credit hours

• music major or consent of department chair

Students target and master rhythmic fundamentals through a hands-on approach by isolating rhythm from other elements of music reading.
1 credit hours

• music major or consent of department chair

These courses are open to all qualified students by audition. 161 Chorus 162 Wind Ensemble 163 Orchestra

Gen. Ed. Category A for nonmajors. To fulfill the requirement for Gen. Ed. Category A, students must take MUS 161–163 for a total of 3 credit hours. Any number less than 3 will not fulfill this requirement.
0.5 credit hours

These courses are open to all qualified students by audition. 161 Chorus 162 Wind Ensemble 163 Orchestra. (To fulfill the requirement for Gen. Ed. category A, students must take MUS 161–163 for a total of 3 credit hours. Any number less than 3 will not fulfill this requirement.)
0.5 credit hours

These courses are open to all qualified students by audition. 161 Chorus 162 Wind Ensemble 163 Orchestra

Gen. Ed. Category A for nonmajors. To fulfill the requirement for Gen. Ed. Category A, students must take MUS 161–163 for a total of 3 credit hours. Any number less than 3 will not fulfill this requirement.
0.5 credit hours

These courses are open to all qualified students by audition. 161 Chorus 162 Wind Ensemble 163 Orchestra

Gen. Ed. Category A for nonmajors. To fulfill the requirement for Gen. Ed. Category A, students must take MUS 161–163 for a total of 3 credit hours. Any number less than 3 will not fulfill this requirement.
0.5 credit hours

These courses are open to all qualified students by audition. Since balanced groups are necessary, selection of participants is made by the instructor. 164 Chamber Music Ensemble (instrumental and vocal chamber music, including duos, trios, and quartets) 165 Concert Jazz Band (Formerly Jazz Ensemble) 166 Chamber Singers

Gen. Ed. Category A for nonmajors. To fulfill the requirement for Gen. Ed. Category A, students must take MUS 161–166 for a total of 3 credit hours. Any number less than 3 will not fulfill this requirement.
1 credit hours

These courses are open to all qualified students by audition. Since balanced groups are necessary, selection of participants is made by the instructor. 164 Chamber Music Ensemble (instrumental and vocal chamber music, including duos, trios, and quartets) 165 Concert Jazz Band (Formerly Jazz Ensemble) 166 Chamber Singers. (To fulfill the requirement for Gen. Ed. category A, students must take MUS 164–166 for a total of 3 credit hours. Any number less than 3 will not fulfill this requirement)
1 credit hours

These courses are open to all qualified students by audition. Since balanced groups are necessary, selection of participants is made by the instructor. 164 Chamber Music Ensemble (instrumental and vocal chamber music, including duos, trios, and quartets) 165 Concert Jazz Band (Formerly Jazz Ensemble) 166 Chamber Singers

Gen. Ed. Category A for nonmajors. To fulfill the requirement for Gen. Ed. Category A, students must take MUS 164–166 for a total of 3 credit hours. Any number less than 3 will not fulfill this requirement.
1 credit hours

These courses are open to all qualified students by audition. Since balanced groups are necessary, selection of participants is made by the instructor. 164 Chamber Music Ensemble (instrumental and vocal chamber music, including duos, trios, and quartets) 165 Concert Jazz Band (Formerly Jazz Ensemble) 166 Chamber Singers

Gen. Ed. Category A for nonmajors. To fulfill the requirement for Gen. Ed. Category A, students must take MUS 164–166 for a total of 3 credit hours. Any number less than 3 will not fulfill this requirement.
1 credit hours

This is an applied practice of theoretical concepts from jazz theory for student small jazz ensembles. (Formerly Jazz Improvisation.)
1 credit hours

Selected music cultures of the non-Western world are introduced and critical studies are made of the cultural and social contexts of music. Students cannot receive credit for both MUS 169 and ANTH 169.
4 credit hours

Private study is given in any of the instruments listed below. Study consists of fourteen weekly, thirty-minute private lessons. A fee is charged in addition to the regular college fees. This course may be repeated for credit.

• Consent of department chair

Private study is given in any of the instruments listed below. Study consists of fourteen weekly, thirty-minute private lessons. A fee is charged in addition to the regular College fees. This course may be repeated for credit. 170 Violin 171 Viola 172 Cello 173 String Bass 174 Voice 175 Clarinet-Saxophone 176 Flute 177 Oboe–English Horn 178 Bassoon 179 Trumpet 180 French Horn 181 Trombone-Baritone 182 Tuba 183 Organ 184 Piano 185 Classic Guitar 186 Percussion 187 Applied Jazz 188 Harp 189 Harpsichord
1 credit hours

The basic principles of playwriting, acting, and directing are examined.
3 credit hours

The basic principles and practices of design and production are examined.
3 credit hours

Students work on RIC theatre productions under faculty supervision (in performance, technical theatre, costumes/ makeup, or stage/theatre management). This course must be taken twice. Grading is S or U.
1 credit hours