Fundamentals of Speech II
SPE 102 | 3 Credit Hours speech with an introduction to parliamentary procedure. Impromptu, pantomime, storytelling, demonstration, and informative speeches are delivered.
Fundamentals of Speech I
SPE 101 | 3 Credit Hours This basic techniques and principles course offers emphasis on delivery style and platform performance. Manuscript, memorized, and extemporaneous speeches are performed. The class culminates with the devotional.
Senior Recital
MUS 420 | 1 Credit Hour Forty-five minutes to an hour of memorized music prepared by the student, under the direction of the private teacher.
Choral Conducting
MUS 313 | 2 Credit Hours A practical study designed to develop the manual skills, rehearsal methods, and choral techniques of the choir director.
Church Music Administration
MUS 308 | 2 Credit Hours Biblical foundation, principles, and administration of church music. Includes seasonal programming, and the organization of the music program in the church and school. The course is useful to the musician and the pastor.
Hymnology
MUS 304 | 2 Credit Hours The history of the development of the hymn, its nature, and its function.
Music Theory IV
MUS 302 | 2 Credit Hours A continuation of MUS 201 and 202. Advanced study of harmony, melody, and rhythm.
Music Theory III
MUS 301 | 2 Credit Hours A continuation of MUS 201 and 202. Advanced study of harmony, melody, and rhythm.
The Church Pianist III & IV
MUS 226 | 1 Credit Hour Hymn playing techniques are advanced with a focus on right hand patterns and transposing hymns. Instruction is given in the area of creating and playing offertories, as well as the art of accompanying soloists, small musical groups, and choirs. Consideration will also be given to the pianist’s part in special services such as revival meetings, funerals, and weddings.
The Church Pianist I & II
MUS 225 | 1 Credit Hour An introduction to congregational hymn playing with a focus on the pianist’s attitude, etiquette, song selection, preludes, and invitations. Also the development of the student’s hymn playing skills with a focus on left hand patterns.