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Performance (Orchestral Instrument), BMUS


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2024 - 2025 Catalog Year General Studies Gold

Degree: BMUS
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Term 1 0 - 16 Credit Hours Critical course signified by critical course Hours Minimum Grade Notes
critical course
Milestone: Music students must successfully complete an entrance audition into the major before enrolling at ASU.
   
critical course
Milestone: Music students must successfully complete the music theory diagnostic exam before enrolling in School of Music, Dance and Theatre courses.
   
critical course 1  
critical course 4  
critical course 1  
  3  
  3  
  1  
 
Mathematics (MATH)
3    
Term hours subtotal: 16
  • ASU 101 or college-specific equivalent First-Year Seminar required of all first-year students. All first-year students take MUP 101: The ASU School of Music Experience to satisfy the First Year Seminar requirement.
  • Completion of Piano Diagnostic Exam determines placement into Class Piano courses.
  • Applicability of transfer credit for ensemble and studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
  • Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
  • Courses offered in fall semesters only: MTC 125, MUP 101, MUP 131.
  • Complete a resume in MUP 101.
Term 2 16 - 31 Credit Hours Critical course signified by critical course Hours Minimum Grade Notes
critical course 4  
critical course 1  
  3  
  3  
  3  
  1  
critical course
Complete ENG 101 OR ENG 105 OR ENG 107 course(s).
   
Term hours subtotal: 15
  • Applicability of transfer credit for ensemble and studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
  • Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
  • For chamber music ensemble requirements, in addition to MUP 479, MUP 485 and MUP 489 are acceptable for percussion majors.
  • Courses offered in spring semesters only: MTC 221, MUP 132.
  • Familiarize yourself with information about musicians' health.
Term 3 31 - 47 Credit Hours Critical course signified by critical course Hours Minimum Grade Notes
critical course 4  
critical course 1  
  3  
  1  
 
Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences (SCIT)
4    
 
Social and Behavioral Sciences (SOBE)
3    
critical course
Complete Mathematics (MATH) requirement.
   
critical course
Complete MTC 125 AND MUP 131 course(s).
   
 
Complete First-Year Composition requirement.
   
Term hours subtotal: 16
  • Applicability of transfer credit for ensemble and studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
  • Due to sequence of Music Theory courses, failure to successfully complete MTC 125 by Term 3 will negatively impact ability to complete degree in four years.
  • Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
  • For chamber music ensemble requirements, in addition to MUP 479, MUP 485 and MUP 489 are acceptable for percussion majors.
  • Courses offered in fall semesters only: MTC 222, MUP 231.
  • Talk to your studio instructor about ways to enhance your performance skills, and about appropriate ensemble and performance experiences.
Term 4 47 - 63 Credit Hours Critical course signified by critical course Hours Minimum Grade Notes
critical course 4  
critical course 1  
  1  
  3  
 
Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences (SCIT)
4    
 
Sustainability (SUST)
3    
critical course
Complete MTC 221 AND MUP 132 course(s).
   
Term hours subtotal: 16
  • Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
  • For chamber music ensemble requirements, in addition to MUP 479, MUP 485 and MUP 489 are acceptable for percussion majors.
  • Applicability of transfer credit for ensemble and studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
  • See approved course list below for Music Theory Core Elective. Classes are offered on a rotational basis.
  • Courses offered in fall semesters only: MTC 327 (even fall), MTC 422, MTC 425.
  • Courses offered in spring semesters only: MTC 223, MTC 225, MTC 440, MTC 441, MTC 494 (Analysis of Song), MUP 232.
Term 5 63 - 79 Credit Hours Necessary course signified by necessary course Hours Minimum Grade Notes
necessary course 4  
  1  
  1  
  1  
  3  
 
MHL OR MTC OR MUP OR MUE OR MDC OR MSC Elective
3  
 
Quantitative Reasoning (QTRS) (MHL 201 recommended)
3    
necessary course
Complete MTC 222 AND MUP 231 course(s).
   
Term hours subtotal: 16
  • Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
  • For chamber music ensemble requirements, in addition to MUP 479, MUP 485 and MUP 489 are acceptable for percussion majors. MUP 460 is acceptable for string and wind majors.
  • MUP 451 and MUP 481 are taught in different semesters depending on the instrument; please consult with studio instructor for the schedule.
  • Course offered in fall semesters only: MUP 210.
Term 6 79 - 93 Credit Hours Necessary course signified by necessary course Hours Minimum Grade Notes
necessary course 4  
necessary course 0  
  1  
  1  
 
MHL Upper Division Elective AND Humanities, Arts and Design (HUAD)
3  
  2  
 
Governance and Civic Engagement (CIVI)
3    
necessary course
Complete MUP 232 course(s).
   
Term hours subtotal: 14
  • Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
  • For chamber music ensemble requirements, MUP 460 is acceptable for string and wind majors.
  • MUP 451 and MUP 481 are taught in different semesters depending on the instrument; please consult with studio instructor for the schedule.
  • Gather a list of professional references.
Term 7 93 - 107 Credit Hours Necessary course signified by necessary course Hours Minimum Grade Notes
necessary course 4  
  1  
  2  
  1  
 
MHL Upper Division Elective AND Humanities, Arts and Design (HUAD)
3  
 
American Institutions (AMIT)
3    
Term hours subtotal: 14
  • Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
  • For chamber music ensemble requirements, MUP 460 is acceptable for string and wind majors.
  • MUP 451 and MUP 481 are taught in different semesters depending on the instrument; please consult with studio instructor for the schedule.
  • Certain studios may require an additional semester of repertoire; please check with your studio professor.
  • Prepare, publicize, and present a public performance.
Term 8 107 - 120 Credit Hours Necessary course signified by necessary course Hours Minimum Grade Notes
necessary course 4  
necessary course 0  
  1  
  1  
  2  
  3  
 
MHL OR MTC OR MUP OR MUE OR MDC OR MSC Elective
2  
Term hours subtotal: 13
  • Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
  • For chamber music ensemble requirements, MUP 460 is acceptable for string and wind majors.
  • MUP 451 and MUP 481 are taught in different semesters depending on the instrument; please consult with studio instructor for the schedule.



2024 - 2025 Major Map
Performance (Orchestral Instrument), BMUS
College/School: Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts

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critical courseCritical Course
necessary courseNecessary Course
Term 1
0 - 16 Credit Hours
critical course
Milestone: Music students must successfully complete an entrance audition into the major before enrolling at ASU.
critical course
Milestone: Music students must successfully complete the music theory diagnostic exam before enrolling in School of Music, Dance and Theatre courses.
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Mathematics (MATH)
Hours: 3
Notes:
  • ASU 101 or college-specific equivalent First-Year Seminar required of all first-year students. All first-year students take MUP 101: The ASU School of Music Experience to satisfy the First Year Seminar requirement.
  • Completion of Piano Diagnostic Exam determines placement into Class Piano courses.
  • Applicability of transfer credit for ensemble and studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
  • Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
  • Courses offered in fall semesters only: MTC 125, MUP 101, MUP 131.
  • Complete a resume in MUP 101.
Term 2
16 - 31 Credit Hours
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
critical course
Complete ENG 101 OR ENG 105 OR ENG 107 course(s).
Notes:
  • Applicability of transfer credit for ensemble and studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
  • Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
  • For chamber music ensemble requirements, in addition to MUP 479, MUP 485 and MUP 489 are acceptable for percussion majors.
  • Courses offered in spring semesters only: MTC 221, MUP 132.
  • Familiarize yourself with information about musicians' health.
Term 3
31 - 47 Credit Hours
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences (SCIT)
Hours: 4
Social and Behavioral Sciences (SOBE)
Hours: 3
critical course
Complete Mathematics (MATH) requirement.
critical course
Complete MTC 125 AND MUP 131 course(s).
Complete First-Year Composition requirement.
Notes:
  • Applicability of transfer credit for ensemble and studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
  • Due to sequence of Music Theory courses, failure to successfully complete MTC 125 by Term 3 will negatively impact ability to complete degree in four years.
  • Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
  • For chamber music ensemble requirements, in addition to MUP 479, MUP 485 and MUP 489 are acceptable for percussion majors.
  • Courses offered in fall semesters only: MTC 222, MUP 231.
  • Talk to your studio instructor about ways to enhance your performance skills, and about appropriate ensemble and performance experiences.
Term 4
47 - 63 Credit Hours
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences (SCIT)
Hours: 4
Sustainability (SUST)
Hours: 3
critical course
Complete MTC 221 AND MUP 132 course(s).
Notes:
  • Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
  • For chamber music ensemble requirements, in addition to MUP 479, MUP 485 and MUP 489 are acceptable for percussion majors.
  • Applicability of transfer credit for ensemble and studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
  • See approved course list below for Music Theory Core Elective. Classes are offered on a rotational basis.
  • Courses offered in fall semesters only: MTC 327 (even fall), MTC 422, MTC 425.
  • Courses offered in spring semesters only: MTC 223, MTC 225, MTC 440, MTC 441, MTC 494 (Analysis of Song), MUP 232.
Term 5
63 - 79 Credit Hours
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
MHL OR MTC OR MUP OR MUE OR MDC OR MSC Elective
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Quantitative Reasoning (QTRS) (MHL 201 recommended)
Hours: 3
necessary course
Complete MTC 222 AND MUP 231 course(s).
Notes:
  • Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
  • For chamber music ensemble requirements, in addition to MUP 479, MUP 485 and MUP 489 are acceptable for percussion majors. MUP 460 is acceptable for string and wind majors.
  • MUP 451 and MUP 481 are taught in different semesters depending on the instrument; please consult with studio instructor for the schedule.
  • Course offered in fall semesters only: MUP 210.
Term 6
79 - 93 Credit Hours
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 0
Minimum Grade: Y
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
MHL Upper Division Elective AND Humanities, Arts and Design (HUAD)
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Governance and Civic Engagement (CIVI)
Hours: 3
necessary course
Complete MUP 232 course(s).
Notes:
  • Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
  • For chamber music ensemble requirements, MUP 460 is acceptable for string and wind majors.
  • MUP 451 and MUP 481 are taught in different semesters depending on the instrument; please consult with studio instructor for the schedule.
  • Gather a list of professional references.
Term 7
93 - 107 Credit Hours
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
MHL Upper Division Elective AND Humanities, Arts and Design (HUAD)
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
American Institutions (AMIT)
Hours: 3
Notes:
  • Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
  • For chamber music ensemble requirements, MUP 460 is acceptable for string and wind majors.
  • MUP 451 and MUP 481 are taught in different semesters depending on the instrument; please consult with studio instructor for the schedule.
  • Certain studios may require an additional semester of repertoire; please check with your studio professor.
  • Prepare, publicize, and present a public performance.
Term 8
107 - 120 Credit Hours
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 0
Minimum Grade: Y
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
MHL OR MTC OR MUP OR MUE OR MDC OR MSC Elective
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Notes:
  • Ensemble placement is by audition. For questions, see your studio instructor.
  • For chamber music ensemble requirements, MUP 460 is acceptable for string and wind majors.
  • MUP 451 and MUP 481 are taught in different semesters depending on the instrument; please consult with studio instructor for the schedule.
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