Undergraduate music courses at Case Western Reserve University are designed to give students a strong foundation in both the theoretical and practical aspects of music. Whether you’re pursuing a music minor or simply interested in expanding your musical knowledge, these courses are a great place to start.
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Music Theory
- MUTH 111: Music Theory I
- MUTH 112: Music Theory II
- MUTH 319: Jazz Skills (pre-req MUTH 111, MUTH 112 or permission of instructor)
Music History or General Appreciation
- MUGN 201: Intro to Music - Listening Experience I
- MUGN 308: Digital Music - Composition and Production
- MUGN 310: Folk Music of Eastern Europe
- MUHI 212: History of Rock and Roll
- MUHI 217: Liturgy, Music, and Art in Medieval and Renaissance Europe
- MUHI courses at 200 or 300 level by permission of instructor
Music Education
- MUED 305: World Music in Education
- MUED courses at 200 level by permission of instructor
Music Ensembles
The Department of Music offers a wide range of traditional and contemporary music ensembles (MUEN) open to undergraduate and graduate students from all academic disciplines—as well as qualified community members.
- Most ensembles require auditions and may have prerequisites
- Participation Information
- Ensembles List
Group Class for Beginners
No prior experience? Start here!
- MUSP 100 + MUSP 130
- Beginner group classes in piano, voice, or guitar
- Two-part sequence required before enrolling in private lessons (MUAP 131)
- Focuses on fundamental skills for solo and ensemble performance
Applied Music Lessons
Take private instruction through the Joint Music Program with the Cleveland Institute of Music (CIM).
- MUAP 131 or MUAP 531: Secondary Performance
- $750 per semester for 30-minute weekly lessons (1.00 credit unit)
- $1,500 per semester for 60-minute weekly lessons (2.00 credit units)
- Requires completion of the Policies & Pre-Registration Form for Secondary Lessons (MUAP 131 or MUAP 531)