An Iowa College in the Liberal Arts Tradition
Course Topics
MUS 115 Class Instruction- Voice
For voice majors and nonmajors with little or no background in those areas. Beginning guitarists will study music notation, tablature, chording, and classical guitar literature. Additional fees will be assessed for this course.
MUS 116 Class Instruction- Voice
Continuation of MUS 115. For majors and non-majors who have had some piano or voice. Emphasis is on developing good reading and practicing skills. Additional fees will be assessed for this course.
MUED 387 High School Choral Methods
Students learn choral literature, pedagogy, rehearsal techniques, rehearsal planning, music literacy strategies, assessment and grading, rehearsal management, and administration of a high school choral program.
MUED 486 Teaching Practicum
Observation and teaching in area schools. Student teaching experiences are offered in each of the following areas: elementary education, secondary education, and K-12 student teaching in music. Those who do 18 weeks of MUED 486 to meet the Wisconsin certification and additional licensure endorsements will register for 2 additional credits during January term.
MUS 300 Norskkor:
Norskkor is one of five auditioned choral ensembles at Luther College and is conducted by Mark Potvin. Established in 1981, the group is primarily comprised of first-year tenors and basses, selected each fall and spring by audition. The ensemble participates in worship services, performs at the Family Weekend concert, participates in Christmas at Luther and Dorian Vocal Festival, and presents an annual spring concert with Aurora, Luther's choral ensemble for sopranos and altos.
MUS 300 Cathedral Choir:
Cathedral Choir is one of five auditioned choirs at Luther College. The ensemble is comprised of select singers drawn mostly from the rich talent of the college’s sophomore class. Cathedral Choir participates actively in campus worship, in the Christmas at Luther concerts, and at special events and concerts during the academic year, including an annual spring tour.