Music Education
David G. Boggs, M.Mus., Instructor of Music, Director of Bands;
dgboggs@mckendree.edu; (618) 537-6492, Hettenhausen Center for the Arts
Phillip Wilhelm, M. Mus. Ed. , Instructor of Music, Coordinator of Music Education
pewilhelm@mckendree.edu; (618) 537-6428, Hettenhausen Center for the Arts
The bachelor’s degree in Music Education reaches beyond the core skills and understandings
of the music major to address the full scope of competencies required by the
Illinois Content Area Standards in Music. Students who successfully complete the
music education curriculum will be eligible to receive the Initial Special K-12
Certificate in Music, qualifying them to teach both instrumental and vocal music in elementary
and secondary schools. Please refer to the Education, Health and Human
Performance section of this catalog for the Teacher Education Conceptual Framework
and the specific requirements for admission to the Teacher Education Program. The
Bachelor of Music Education degree course of study is a five-year program.
The following section lists specific course requirements for the Special K-12 Certificate
in Music. A cumulative grade point average of 2.75 must be maintained in all coursework
attempted, with no grade lower than a C in Education and Music Education courses.
All Music Education majors are expected to participate in at least one performing ensemble
each semester and to attend concerts and recitals as determined by the Music faculty.
A. GENERAL EDUCATION 43-48 crs.
1. Basic Skills 9-11 crs.
ENGLISH (ENG 111 & 112) (6-8)
SPEECH (SPC 220) (3)
2. Mathematics and Science 10 crs.
MATHEMATICS (MTH 142 recommended) (3)
SCIENCE (1 laboratory science) (4)
COMPUTER SCIENCE (MUED 200) (3)
3. Humanities 12-13 crs.
LITERATURE (3)
ETHICS (3)
PHILOSOPHY or Religion (3-4)
U. S. History (3)
4. Social Sciences 9-10 crs.
AMERICAN GOVERNMENT – NATIONAL (PSI 101) (3)
PSYCHOLOGY (PSY 153) (3-4)
CROSS CULTURAL STUDIES (MUS 265) (3)
5. Health and Physical Development 3-4 crs.
HEALTH (HPE 158) (2-3)
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES (2 different activities) (1)
B. COMPLETION OF MAJOR REQUIREMENTS 66 crs.
MUS 255 MUSIC THEORY I (5)
MUS 256 MUSIC THEORY II (5)
MUS 322 INTRODUCTION TO CONDUCTING (2)
MUS 355 MUSIC THEORY III (4)
MUS 356 MUSIC THEORY IV (4)
MUS 365 MUSIC HISTORY II (4)
MUS 366 MUSIC HISTORY III (4)
MUS 372 ARRANGING (3)
APPLIED LESSONS – PRIMARY INSTRUMENT (8)
MUED 107 ADVANCED KEYBOARD SKILLS I (2)
MUED 108 ADVANCED KEYBOARD SKILLS II (2)
MUED 304 METHODS OF TEACHING WOODWINDS (3)
MUED 306 METHODS OF TEACHING BRASS (3)
MUED 308 METHODS OF TEACHING PERCUSSION (2)
MUED 310 METHODS OF TEACHING STRING INSTRUMENTS (2)
MUED 353 METHODS OF TEACHING GENERAL MUSIC (3)
MUED 357 CLASSROOM VOCAL METHODS (2)
MUED 410 BAND AND CHOIR ORGANIZATION (3)
MUED 423 CHORAL CONDUCTING AND SECONDARY METHODS (2)
MUED 424 INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING (2)
AND SECONDARY METHODS
MUED 499 SENIOR RECITAL PROJECT (1)
All students must pass a piano proficiency exam, must demonstrate pro-
ficiency in band instrument repair and complete a senior recital on their
primary instrument.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CHORAL TRACK 5 crs.
MUS 215 APPLIED PIANO (1)
MUS 216 APPLIED PIANO (1)
MUS 328 VOCAL DICTION (3)
MUS 154 CONCERT CHOIR (each semester) (0)
MUS 254 CHAMBER CHOIR (4 semesters) (0)
MUS E56 MARCHING BAND (1 semester) (0)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INSTRUMENTAL TRACK 6 crs.
SECONDARY INSTRUMENT (WIND OR PERCUSSION) (3)
MUED 336 MARCHING AND JAZZ BAND TECHNIQUES (3)
MUS E56 MARCHING BAND (every fall) (0)
MUS E58 JAZZ ENSEMBLE (1 semester) (0)
MUS 156 CONCERT BAND (each semester) (0)
MUS 157 PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE (1 semester) (0)
MUS 258 JAZZ COMBO (1semester) (0)
MUS 154 CONCERT CHOIR (2 semesters) (0)
or
MUS 254 CHAMBER CHOIR (2 semesters) (0)
McKendree C O L L E G E — 2 0 0 7 / 2 0 0 8 154 .
C. PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION 34 crs.
EDU 210 FOUNDATIONS OF AMERICAN EDUCATION (3)
EDU 311 METHODS OF TEACHING IN SPECIAL AREAS (K-12) (3)
EDU/PSY 350 EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY (3)
EDU 358 TESTS AND MEASUREMENTS (3)
PSY 406 PSYCHOLOGY OF THE EXCEPTIONAL CHIL (4)
EDU 412 METHODS OF TEACHING READING (3)
IN THE CONTENT AREA
EDU 497 STUDENT TEACHING (SPE) (15)
MUED 107 ADVANCED KEYBOARD SKILLS I (2)
Practical instruction for passing the proficiency exam in piano which is required for all music education
majors. Skills to be acquired include harmonization, scales, sight-reading, transposition, and repertoire
for solo and ensembles. Same as MUS 107. Annually, Fall.
MUED 108 ADVANCED KEYBOARD SKILLS II (2)
A continuation of the skills begun in MUED 107. In addition, the course material will include open scorereading and various accompanying styles. Same as MUS 108. Prerequisite: MUED 107. Annually, Spring.
MUED 200 MUSIC CLASSROOM TECHNOLOGY (3)
A computer applications course directed to the music teacher, including the use of word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and specialized applications for music education and multimedia production. Required for admission to the Teacher Education Program. Prerequisite: declaration of Music Education Major. As needed.
MUED 304 METHODS OF TEACHING WOODWIND INSTRUMENTS (3)
Group instruction on each instrument, including pedagogical principles and playing techniques.
Individuals will be expected to demonstrate basic proficiency on each instrument. Prerequisite:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Annually, Fall.
MUED 306 METHODS OF TEACHING BRASS INSTRUMENTS (3)
Group instruction on each instrument, including pedagogical principles and playing techniques.
Individuals will be expected to demonstrate basic proficiency on each instrument. Prerequisite:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Annually, Fall.
MUED 308 METHODS OF TEACHING PERCUSSION INSTRUMENTS (2)
Group instruction on each instrument, including pedagogical principles and playing techniques.
Individuals will be expected to demonstrate basic proficiency on each instrument. Prerequisite:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Annually, Spring.
MUED 310 METHODS OF TEACHING STRINGED INSTRUMENTS (2)
Group instruction on each instrument, including pedagogical principles and playing techniques.
Individuals will be expected to demonstrate basic proficiency on each instrument. Prerequisite:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Annually, Spring.
MUED 336 MARCHING AND JAZZ BAND TECHNIQUES (3)
Explores teaching materials, techniques of teaching, and organizational systems as they relate to marching and jazz ensembles. The course emphasizes the fundamental development of the teacher candidate as both a performer and teacher through application of teaching techniques in a controlled environment. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. As needed.
MUED 353 METHODS OF TEACHING GENERAL MUSIC K-12 (3)
Introduces music as a curriculum area in primary and upper elementary grades, including knowledge and skills of using the various elements of music (melody, rhythm, harmony, form, texture/timbre) in musical activities such as reading, playing and singing melodies. Music is also addressed as a component of curriculum integration, enriching the learning experience in language development, social science, and mathematics. A 36-our field experience is required. Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in EDU 311. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. As needed.
MUED 357 CLASSROOM VOCAL METHODS (2)
Identifies the goals of the K-12 vocal music program and provides techniques and materials for effective
vocal teaching. Attention is given to elementary, middle school, and high school choral groups as well
as general classroom singing. Prerequisite: MUS 353 or consent of instructor and Admission to the
Teacher Education Program. Annually, Fall.
MUED 410 BAND AND CHOIR ORGANIZATION (3)
Prepares the teacher candidate to administer and organize a music program. Topics will include, but not be limited to, booster organizations, fundraising, budgeting, and program development. Prerequisite:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. As needed.
MUED 423 CHORAL CONDUCTING AND SECONDARY METHODS (3)
Identifies the goals of choral musicianship in the school curriculum and develops techniques of conducting young singers in both large and small ensembles. Includes an in-depth survey of graded choral music appropriate for treble, male, and mixed voicing at the upper elementary through high school levels. A 32 or 48 hour field experience, dependent on the area of emphasis, is required. This course also includes a lab experience; students will conduct a college ensemble as part of their coursework. Co-requisite for choral emphasis candidates: EDU 412. Prerequisite: MUS 322 and admission to the Teacher Education Program. Annually, Fall.
MUED 424 INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING AND SECONDARY METHODS (3)
Presents specific techniques for teaching and conducting instrumental ensembles, including a survey of literature appropriate for school bands and wind ensembles. The refining of teaching and conducting
techniques associated with instrumental ensembles will be emphasized. Score study, transpositions, and rehearsal techniques are covered in depth. A 32- or 48-hour field experience, dependent on the area
of emphasis, is required. This course also includes a lab experience; students will conduct a college
ensemble as part of their coursework. Co-requisite for instrumental emphasis candidates: EDU 412.
Prerequisite: MUS 322 and admission to the Teacher Education Program. Annually, Spring.
MUED 499 SENIOR RECITAL PROJECT (1)
This course meets the content area standards for Music Education. Course work includes preparing program notes for the recital, a theoretical analysis of a work presented on the recital and demonstration of all major and minor scales. The student will also perform a recorded jury and senior recital. Prerequisite: Completion of at least seven semesters of applied lessons on his/her primary instrument. To be taken concurrently with the student’s final semester of applied lesson on his/her primary instrument. As needed.