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Term 1
0 - 16 Credit Hours
Critical course signified by 
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Milestone: Music students must successfully complete an entrance audition into the major before enrolling at ASU.
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Milestone: Music students must successfully complete the music theory diagnostic exam before enrolling in School of Music, Dance and Theatre courses.
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Mathematics (MATH)
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3 |
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Term hours subtotal: |
16 |
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- ASU 101 or college-specific equivalent First-Year Seminar required of all first-year students. MUP 101 The ASU School of Music Experience is required of all first-year music majors.
- Applicability of transfer credit for ensemble requirements and studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
- Courses offered fall semesters only: MTC 125, MUP 101.
- Complete a resume in MUP 101.
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Term 2
16 - 31 Credit Hours
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- Applicability of transfer credit for ensemble requirements and studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
- Course offered in spring semesters only: MTC 221.
- Familiarize yourself with information about musicians' health.
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Term 3
31 - 47 Credit Hours
Critical course signified by
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Minimum Grade |
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C |
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Quantitative Reasoning (QTRS) (MHL 201 recommended)
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3 |
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Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences (SCIT)
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4 |
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Complete Mathematics (MATH) requirement.
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Complete MTC 125 by end of term 3.
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Complete First-Year Composition requirement.
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Term hours subtotal: |
16 |
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- Applicability of transfer credit for 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 end of Term 3 will negatively impact ability to complete degree in four years.
- MUP 250 Italian Diction is offered in odd numbered fall semesters only.
- MUP 250 German Diction is offered in even numbered spring semesters only.
- MUP 250 French Diction is offered in even numbered fall semesters only.
- Course offered in fall semesters only: MTC 222.
- Talk to your studio instructor about ways to enhance your performance skills, and about appropriate ensemble and performance experiences.
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Term 4
47 - 61 Credit Hours
Critical course signified by
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Minimum Grade |
Notes |
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4 |
C |
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3 |
C |
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Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences (SCIT)
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4 |
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Social and Behavioral Sciences (SOBE)
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3 |
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Complete MTC 221 by end of term 4.
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Term hours subtotal: |
14 |
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- Applicability of transfer credit for studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
- Audition is required after Term 4 to continue into MUP 337 Studio Instruction: Collaborative Piano.
- 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).
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Term 5
61 - 76 Credit Hours
Necessary course signified by 
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Minimum Grade |
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C |
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Y |
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C |
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Governance and Civic Engagement (CIVI)
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3 |
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Sustainability (SUST)
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3 |
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Complete MTC 222 by end of term 5.
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Term hours subtotal: |
15 |
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- Courses offered in fall semesters only: MHL 341, MUP 210.
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Term 7
91 - 106 Credit Hours
Necessary course signified by
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C |
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3 |
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Term hours subtotal: |
15 |
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- Prepare, publicize, and present a public performance.
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Term 8
106 - 120 Credit Hours
Necessary course signified by
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Minimum Grade |
Notes |
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C |
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American Institutions (AMIT)
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3 |
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Term hours subtotal: |
14 |
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- MUP 453 offered in odd spring semesters only.
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Critical Course
Necessary Course
Term 1
0 - 16 Credit Hours
Milestone: Music students must successfully complete an entrance audition into the major before enrolling at ASU.
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: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
- ASU 101 or college-specific equivalent First-Year Seminar required of all first-year students. MUP 101 The ASU School of Music Experience is required of all first-year music majors.
- Applicability of transfer credit for ensemble requirements and studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
- Courses offered fall semesters only: MTC 125, MUP 101.
- Complete a resume in MUP 101.
Term 2
16 - 31 Credit Hours
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Complete ENG 101 OR ENG 105 OR ENG 107 course(s).
- Applicability of transfer credit for ensemble requirements and studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
- Course offered in spring semesters only: MTC 221.
- Familiarize yourself with information about musicians' health.
Term 3
31 - 47 Credit Hours
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Quantitative Reasoning (QTRS) (MHL 201 recommended)
Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences (SCIT)
Complete Mathematics (MATH) requirement.
Complete MTC 125 by end of term 3.
Complete First-Year Composition requirement.
- Applicability of transfer credit for 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 end of Term 3 will negatively impact ability to complete degree in four years.
- MUP 250 Italian Diction is offered in odd numbered fall semesters only.
- MUP 250 German Diction is offered in even numbered spring semesters only.
- MUP 250 French Diction is offered in even numbered fall semesters only.
- Course offered in fall semesters only: MTC 222.
- Talk to your studio instructor about ways to enhance your performance skills, and about appropriate ensemble and performance experiences.
Term 4
47 - 61 Credit Hours
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Scientific Thinking in Natural Sciences (SCIT)
Social and Behavioral Sciences (SOBE)
Complete MTC 221 by end of term 4.
- Applicability of transfer credit for studio instruction is determined based on successful completion of audition and review of transcripts.
- Audition is required after Term 4 to continue into MUP 337 Studio Instruction: Collaborative Piano.
- 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).
Term 5
61 - 76 Credit Hours
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 0
Minimum Grade: Y
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Governance and Civic Engagement (CIVI)
Complete MTC 222 by end of term 5.
- Courses offered in fall semesters only: MHL 341, MUP 210.
Term 6
76 - 91 Credit Hours
Hours: 0
Minimum Grade: Y
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Complete MUP 209 OR MUP 210 by end of term 6.
- MTC 428, MUP 451: Piano Chamber Music, and MUP 453 are offered in odd numbered spring semesters only.
- Certain studios may require an additional semester of repertoire; please check with your studio professor.
- Gather a list of professional references.
Term 7
91 - 106 Credit Hours
Hours: 0
Minimum Grade: Y
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
- Prepare, publicize, and present a public performance.
Term 8
106 - 120 Credit Hours
Hours: 0
Minimum Grade: Y
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 1
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 2
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
American Institutions (AMIT)
- MUP 453 offered in odd spring semesters only.
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