• MUSI 7540

    Computer Sound Generation and Spatial Processing
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    Spring 2026

    Studies in sound processing, digital synthesis and multichannel audio using RTCmix running under Linux. Students learn techniques of computer music through advanced composition, analysis of representative works, and programming. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. The course is intended for graduate students in music.

  • MUSI 7547

    Materials of Contemporary Music
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    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    The course is intended for graduate students in music. Topics in contemporary music that will focus on different areas in rotation. Each will involve focused readings, analysis of selected works, and the creation of original compositions that reflect the issues under discussion. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.

  • MUSI 8820

    Advanced Composition
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    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Advanced Composition Prerequisite: Instructor permission.

  • MUSI 8920

    Supervised Research
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    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Reading and/or other work in particular fields under supervision of an instructor. Normally taken by first-year graduate students. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.

  • MUSI 8993

    Independent Study
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    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Independent study dealing with a specific topic. Requirements will place primary emphasis on independent research. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.

  • MUSI 8998

    Non-Topical Research, Preparation for Research
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    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    For master's research, taken before a thesis director has been selected.

  • MUSI 8999

    Non-Topical Research
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    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    For master's thesis, taken under the supervision of a thesis director.

  • MUSI 9920

    Supervised Research
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    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Reading and/or other work in particular fields under supervision of an instructor. Normally taken by second year graduate students. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.

  • MUSI 9998

    Non-Topical Research, Preparation for Doctoral Research
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    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Preliminary research directed towards a dissertation in consultation with an instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.

  • MUSI 9999

    Non-Topical Research
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    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    For doctoral dissertation, taken under the supervision of a dissertation director. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.