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Performance (Popular Music) (MPPM)
- D class assignments available in TMC200; Phone: (213) 740-4721.
- Students accepted into a graduate program must take entrance examinations prior to their first registration. Any deficiencies revealed must be removed prior to completion of two semesters of course work. Transferring undergraduate students registering for the first time who have previous course work must take the appropriate examination for placement. Contact Thornton School Office of Student Affairs for more information. INDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTION - 1 unit has a $350 fee, and includes 7.5 hours of total instruction. 2 units has a $700 fee, and includes 15 hours of total instruction. Contact school for course level guide.
Study of musical elements appropriate to the performance of popular music in a collaborative, interactive environment.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47320D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tuesday | 30 of 30 | Andy Abad | CTV136A |   | |
| 47321D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-7:50pm | Tuesday | 31 of 31 | Sean Holt | CTV136A | | |
| 47322R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Wednesday | 18 of 20 | Timothy Kobza | CTV136A | | |
| 47323R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Thursday | 10 of 15 | Timothy Kobza | CTV136A | |
Beginning and elementary instruction in drum set techniques.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47360R | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-9:50am | Mon, Wed | 4 of 8 | Peter Erskine | TMCG122B | PDF (139380 KB) | |
| 47361R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-10:50am | Mon, Wed | 7 of 8 | Peter Erskine | TMCG122B | PDF (139380 KB) | |
| 47362R | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-1:50pm | Mon, Wed | 6 of 8 | Peter Erskine | TMCG122B | PDF (139380 KB) | |
| 47363R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-2:50pm | Mon, Wed | 6 of 8 | Peter Erskine | TMCG122B | PDF (139380 KB) | |
| 47364D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Tuesday | 8 of 8 | Peter Erskine | TMCG122B | PDF (139380 KB) | |
| 47365R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Thursday | 6 of 8 | Peter Erskine | TMCG122B | PDF (139380 KB) | |
| 47366D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Thursday | 7 of 8 | Peter Erskine | TMCG122B | PDF (139380 KB) | |
| 47367R | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Thursday | 7 of 8 | Peter Erskine | TMCG122B | PDF (139380 KB) | |
| 47368D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Friday | 6 of 8 | Peter Erskine | TMCG122B | PDF (139380 KB) | |
Development of practical keyboard skills, including reading and realizing chord symbols, basics of voice leading, study of various harmonic and rhythmic styles.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47380D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-4:50pm | MWF | 12 of 16 | Adriana Balic | MUS213 | |
Intermediate and advanced instruction on secondary instrument for all majors and minors except MPPM.
- Restriction: Registration closed to the following major(s): Performance (Popular Music)
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47420D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 53 of 70 | Patrice Rushen | TMC118 | |
Development of ensemble and communication skills through the performance and interpretation of American popular music in concert and studio settings. Development of original compositions.
- Prerequisite: MPPM 120
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
- Note: Third Year Popular Music Majors Only
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47440D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-7:50pm | Wednesday | 31 of 35 | Richard Smith, Patrice Rushen | CTV136A | |
Principles and techniques of arranging for voice and rhythm section in the popular music idiom.
- Note: Popular Music Majors Only
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47460D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Wednesday | 31 of 32 | Rick Schmunk | TMC AUD | |
Intermediate level instruction in drum set performance including accompaniment techniques,fills, beat and brush patterns in jazz, Afro-Caribbean and Brazilian styles, interpreting drum charts. Recommended preparation: MPPM 240
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47473D | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 6 of 8 | Peter Erskine | TMCG122B | PDF (155140 KB) | |
| 47474D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-4:50pm | Monday | 3 of 8 | Aaron Serfaty | TMCG122B | PDF (155140 KB) | |
The history of popular music particularly as developed in America in the 20th and early 21st centuries.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
- Note: For music majors ONLY. This course carries GE credit but is intended for music majors and not a general student audience. Music majors can obtain D-clearance through the department.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47475D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Mon, Wed | Canceled | Christopher Sampson | |
A study of the practical aspects of vocal performance and skills necessary to increase one's opportunities within the music industry.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47476D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 25 of 25 | Sean Holt | TMC AUD | |
The detailed exploration of a specific style or genre in Popular Music through study of repertoire, history and practice with particular emphasis on performance. Recommended preparation: MPPM 120 and MPPM 320.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Americana | |||||||||
| 47477D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Wednesday | 11 of 20 | Steve Trovato | MUS101 | | |
| Latin Pop | |||||||||
| 47478D | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50pm | Tuesday | 8 of 50 | Andy Abad | CTV136A | | |
| Pop String Ensemble | |||||||||
| 47479D | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-6:50pm | Thursday | 6 of 8 | Robert Anderson | TMCG139 | | |