This is an ARCHIVED version of the Kwantlen University College Calendar for
2003-2004 and is provided for historical reference only. See the current version of the
Calendar for updated information.
The on-line version of the University College Calendar is the Official version. In the event of conflict between the printed version and the online version, the on-line version will prevail.
Effective date of this program calendar information, unless otherwise indicated, is Sept. 1, 2003 to Aug. 31, 2004.
Note: All course changes and updates are shown in blue.
Music
Offered at Langley
Start Date: September
Full- and Part-time
Description
The facilities at the Langley Campus have been designed to accommodate music instruction in chamber music, orchestral, band, choral, and solo performance.
Intake occurs once a year in September for full-time program students. It is expected that most students will enrol in a full-time program, but part-time participation will be allowed subject to the fulfillment of the course admission requirements and seat availability. Credit for courses completed at other institutions may be transferred subject to the approval of the music chair. As well, first time registration for some courses may be allowed in January subject to the approval of the music chair and fulfillment of any course prerequisite(s).
Private Lesson
Students may major in one of the following: piano, voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, guitar, or percussion. Lessons are generally available only to students enrolled full-time in the Certificate in Music or the Diploma in Music programs.
Certificate
Admission Requirements
All applicants must meet Kwantlen’s general admission requirements. Applications for the Music Foundation Certificate program will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis with placement into the appropriate ensemble and private instruction by interview and/or audition. Candidates are encouraged to complete the interview at the scheduled time in May. If seats are available, additional interviews may be held in June and/or August.
Content
The Music Foundation Certificate is a one-year, two-semester program totaling 30 credits. By giving a thorough grounding in the essential elements of music history theory, aural musicianship and rhythm skills, and performance, the program provides a firm base upon which to build musical skills. A core curriculum is supplemented by music and/or academic electives chosen by the student in consultation with a faculty advisor.
Upon successful completion of this program, students are awarded a Certificate in Music.
University Transfer Diploma
Admission Requirements
All applicants must meet Kwantlen’s general admission requirements. In addition, applicants must meet the admission requirements of the Music Department. These will include an audition/interview and a placement examination in music theory. Auditions are held in May, late June, and August subject to seat availability. For piano, the minimum entrance standard is Grade 10 RCMT or equivalent. The minimum entrance standard for all other instruments and voice is Grade 6 RCMT or equivalent. Any student currently enrolled in the Certificate in Music program who wishes to enter the Diploma program must successfully complete an audition. Audition and/or interview will determine ensemble placement.
Content
The University Transfer Diplomas in Music are two-year, four-semester programs totaling 60 - 74 credits. Each concentration is designed to help students develop their abilities in both academic and applied studies. All students receive two years of private instruction on their chosen instrument and participate in a large ensemble each semester. The core curriculum is augmented by electives chosen by the student in consultation with a faculty advisor.
English Requirement
Post-secondary level English is required for completion of the Diploma in Music.
Diploma Concentrations
There are three concentrations within the University Transfer Music Programs: Diploma in Music – General Studies; Diploma in Music–Comprehensive Studies; Diploma in Music–Performance.
Diploma in Music-General Studies
Description
This concentration provides a broad education in music, integrating theoretical, historical, and performance studies while enabling students to master the skills needed for a wide array of professions. The core curriculum consists of 30 credits that the student supplements with a further 30 credits drawn from music and/or academic electives. Through a careful choice of electives, this concentration can lead to further study in liberal arts, music therapy, music education, business and arts management. Students in this concentration can gain entry to the third year of the B.B.A. Degree program if the electives include the following:
** Depending on the student’s performance level, study on the principal instrument will be either as a Major Instrument Concentration or Major Instrument – Secondary level.
Electives
The remaining 30 credits may be taken from any other diploma-level music courses (MUSI 1150 and higher), MUSI 1102 – Music and Computers, MUSI 1202 – The Business of Music and/or any academic courses offered at Kwantlen.
Graduation
Upon successful completion of this program, students are awarded a Diploma in Music.
Diploma in Music-Comprehensive
Studies
Description
This concentration provides a solid foundation in the academic, theoretical, and practical areas of music. The 68-credit curriculum includes all courses necessary for transfer into a Bachelor of Music degree program. Graduates can go on to further studies in the fields of music theory, composition, history, education or the arts in general.
Upon successful completion of this program, students are awarded a Diploma in Music.
Diploma in Music-Performance
Description
The performance concentration is designed for students who plan to enter the field of performance on their instrument upon completion of a Bachelor of Music degree and/or graduate study. Graduates in performance may also pursue careers in teaching (university, conservatory, private studio). Requirements vary depending on the student’s instrument.
Diploma in Music - Orchestral
Instrument Performance
MUSI 2358 Piano Repertoire III: The Romantic Period
MUSI 2366 Chamber Ensemble
One non-music elective, totalling 3 credits
One of
MUSI 2367 Kwantlen Strings III (Diploma)
MUSI 2368 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble III (Diploma)
MUSI 2369 Kwantlen Chorus III (Diploma)
Semester 4
All of
MUSI 2450 Language of Music IV
MUSI 2451 Aural Musicianship IV
MUSI 2453 History of Music III
MUSI 2456 Major Instrument Applied
MUSI 2458 Piano Repertoire IV: The Twentieth Century
MUSI 2466 Chamber Ensemble
One non-music elective, totalling 3 credits
One of
MUSI 2467 Kwantlen Strings IV (Diploma)
MUSI 2468 Kwantlen Wind Ensemble IV (Diploma)
MUSI 2469 Kwantlen Chorus IV (Diploma)
Graduation
Upon successful completion of this program, students are awarded a Diploma in Music.
Diploma in Music-Vocal Performance
Semester 1
All of
MUSI 1150 Language of Music I
MUSI 1151 Aural Musicianship I
MUSI 1153 Music in Civilization
MUSI 1154 Class Piano I or
MUSI 1155 Secondary Instrument *
MUSI 1156 Major Instrument Applied
MUSI 1169 Kwantlen Chorus I (Diploma)
An English course, numbered 1100 or higher
A German course
Semester 2
All of
MUSI 1250 Language of Music II
MUSI 1251 Aural Musicianship II
MUSI 1253 History of Music I
MUSI 1254 Class Piano II or
MUSI 1255 Secondary Instrument *
MUSI 1256 Major Instrument Applied
MUSI 1269 Kwantlen Chorus II (Diploma)
Semester 3
All of
MUSI 2350 Language of Music III
MUSI 2351 Aural Musicianship III
MUSI 2353 History of Music II
MUSI 2354 Class Piano III or
MUSI 2355 Secondary Instrument *
MUSI 2356 Major Instrument Applied
MUSI 2359 Lyric Diction I
MUSI 2369 Kwantlen Chorus III (Diploma)
One non-music elective, totalling 3 credits
Semester 4
All of
MUSI 2450 Language of Music IV
MUSI 2451 Aural Musicianship IV
MUSI 2453 History of Music III
MUSI 2454 Class Piano IV or
MUSI 2455 Secondary Instrument *
MUSI 2456 Major Instrument Applied
MUSI 2459 Lyric Diction II
MUSI 2469 Kwantlen Chorus IV (Diploma)
*Upon graduation from the Diploma-Comprehensive Studies and the Diploma-Performance concentration, all students must be able to demonstrate piano proficiency (including repertoire, sight reading, score reading) and knowledge of keyboard harmony skills equivalent to MUSI 2454. Enrolling in MUSI 1154-2454 Class Piano normally fulfills this. A student may choose to demonstrate proficiency in the required material at the beginning of each semester and, if successful, may be given permission to enrol in MUSI 1155-2455 Secondary Instrument.
Graduation
Upon successful completion of this program, students are awarded a Diploma in Music.
Transfer
Any student planning to transfer to a university, conservatory or other post-secondary institution should be aware that the transfer of credits from Kwantlen to another institution is at the discretion of the receiving institution. Students should consult with the appropriate university, conservatory or other post-secondary institution regarding transferability of courses. Students should be aware that some universities do not grant transfer credit for courses that have been challenged at other institutions or granted credit through Prior Learning Assessment.
More Information
Prospective music students should attend an informational session where all programs and application procedures will be explained. Contact Admissions for more information at 604.599.3215, or the Music Department at 604.599.3315.
