Music (BA)
The Loyola University music program invites students of all backgrounds to engage in a vast array of performance and coursework opportunities. Located in one of the world's most vibrant musical centers, and featuring a highly dedicated and award-winning faculty, Music at Loyola provides the rigorous training necessary for those intent on pursuing a career in music, while offering a welcoming environment for non-majors seeking to enhance their collegiate experience.
Curriculum
A total of 42 credits are required to receive a B.A. in Music.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Music Theory and Musicianship | ||
| MUSC 144 | Music Theory I 1,2,3 | 3 |
| MUSC 145 | Musicianship Lab I 1 | 1 |
| MUSC 244 | Music Theory II 1,3 | 3 |
| MUSC 245 | Musicianship Lab II 1 | 1 |
| MUSC 344 | Music Theory III | 3 |
| Music History | ||
| MUSC 353 | Music History II (Required) | 3 |
| Select one of the following: 4 | 3 | |
| Music History I | ||
| Jazz Music History | ||
| Music History III | ||
| Applied Music | ||
| Select six (6) credits of Applied Music Lessons 5 | 6 | |
| Ensembles | ||
| Select six credits from the following: | 6 | |
| Symphony Orchestra | ||
| Chorus | ||
| Liturgical Choir: Cantorum | ||
| Jazz Ensemble | ||
| Wind Ensemble | ||
| Percussion Ensemble | ||
| Chamber Choir | ||
| Chamber Ensemble | ||
| Jazz Combo | ||
| Senior Capstone Experience | ||
| Select one of the following: 6 | 1 | |
| Solo Recital: MUSC Capstone | ||
| Lecture/Recital: MUSC Capstone | ||
| General Music Choice | ||
| Select twelve credits from the following: 7 | 12 | |
| Introduction to Digital Music | ||
| Jazz Improvisation | ||
| Music Technology I | ||
| Composition I | ||
| Composition II | ||
| Jazz Composition and Arranging | ||
| Music History I | ||
| Music in Catholic Worship | ||
| Jazz Music History | ||
| Conducting | ||
| Music Theory IV | ||
| Music History III | ||
| Foundations of Vocal Technique and Pedagogy | ||
| Vocal Repertoire | ||
| Vocal Performance Workshop | ||
| The Business of Music | ||
| Musical Theatre Repertoire | ||
| Jazz Improvisation II | ||
| Topics in Music | ||
| Internship in Music | ||
| Total Hours | 42 | |
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Must be taken concurrently.
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Students receiving a 3 or 4 on the AP Music Theory Exam are eligible to receive credit for MUSC 144 Music Theory I.
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Students receiving a 5 are eligible to receive credit for MUSC 144 Music Theory I and MUSC 244 Music Theory II.
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Any of the other Music History courses may be used as electives.
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It is preferred that students complete Applied Music credits on the same instrument, though multiple instruments are approved on a case-by-case basis.
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It is the expectation of the music faculty that all students will enroll in MUSC 387 unless otherwise approved by the Director of Music.
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With the exception of MUSC 101 Music: Art of Listening, MUSC 102 Class Piano for Beginners, MUSC 103 Class Guitar for Beginners, or MUSC 142 Class Voice for Beginners, students may choose from any 3 credit hour MUSC course that has not already been taken (see General Music Choice list), or use any combination of 1 credit hour MUSC courses such as Ensembles or Applied Music.
Applied Music Lessons
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MUSC 280A | Applied Music: Clarinet | 1 |
| MUSC 280AA | Applied Music: Conducting | 1 |
| MUSC 280B | Applied Music: Percussion | 1 |
| MUSC 280BB | Applied Music: Improvisation | 1 |
| MUSC 280C | Applied Music: Oboe | 1 |
| MUSC 280E | Applied Music: Trumpet | 1 |
| MUSC 280F | Applied Music: Saxophone | 1 |
| MUSC 280G | Applied Music: Guitar | 1 |
| MUSC 280I | Applied Music: Organ | 1 |
| MUSC 280J | Applied Music: Piano | 1 |
| MUSC 280K | Applied Music: Voice | 1 |
| MUSC 280L | Applied Music: Violin | 1 |
| MUSC 280M | Applied Music: Flute | 1 |
| MUSC 280N | Applied Music: Cello | 1 |
| MUSC 280O | Applied Music: Double Bass | 1 |
| MUSC 280P | Applied Music: Viola | 1 |
| MUSC 280Q | Applied Music: Horn | 1 |
| MUSC 280R | Applied Music: Trombone | 1 |
| MUSC 280S | Applied Music: Harp | 1 |
| MUSC 280U | Applied Music: Drum Set | 1 |
| MUSC 280V | Applied Music: Tuba | 1 |
| MUSC 280Y | Applied Music: Bassoon | 1 |
| MUSC 280Z | Applied Music: Composition | 1 |
College of Arts and Sciences Graduation Requirements
All Undergraduate students in the College of Arts and Sciences are required to take two Writing Intensive courses (6 credit hours) as well as complete a foreign language requirement at 102-level or higher (3 credit hours) or a language competency test. More information can be found here.
Additional Undergraduate Graduation Requirements
All Undergraduate students are required to complete the University Core, at least one Engaged Learning course, and UNIV 101. SCPS students are not required to take UNIV 101. Nursing students in the Accelerated BSN program are not required to take core or UNIV 101. You can find more information in the University Requirements area.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will demonstrate:
- a thorough understanding of the basic elements related to music theory: rhythm, melody, and harmony.
- an understanding of musical forms, processes, and structures; and the ability to employ this understanding in written and verbal analyses.
- proficiency in the basic areas of musicianship: keyboard, aural skills, and sight-singing.
- a basic knowledge of music history resulting, in part, from score analysis, dedicated listening, and concert attendance.
- the ability to apply critical thinking towards music and its contextualization.
- the technical skills requisite for artistic self-expression.
- the knowledge and skills necessary to work collaboratively as part of a musical ensemble.
- the development of metacognitive skills.
- a working knowledge of the artistic considerations necessary to produce and perform a solo recital (capstone project)