The music department currently offers three options for applied lessons. - Vocal and Instrumental Study: MUS 50
One 30-minute private lesson per week, noncredit, pass-fail grade
(FEE: $375 per semester) - Vocal and Instrumental Study: MUS 55
One 60-minute private lesson per week, noncredit, pass-fail grade
(FEE: $700 per semester) - Applied Music: MUS 155, 255, 256, and 355
One 60-minute private lesson a week, one credit for two consecutive semesters
(FEE: $700 a semester)
Students, in consultation with the applied music instructor, may select from any one of the three options. Music majors and minors, in consultation with their advisor and applied music instructor, may select between MUS 55 or 155-355 Students who have been awarded a scholarship may have specific applied music lesson requirements; scholarship recipients should consult their award letter. Applied lesson fees will not be refunded to students who drop after the fifth week of class.
1. Applied music lessons for credit (MUS 155-355) are intended for students who have had previous vocal or instrumental training. Students who wish to enroll in MUS 155–355 must first audition and obtain the permission of the music instructor. Students who take applied music for credit are expected to follow a course of study, meet competency levels and literature requirements, and successfully complete a jury at the end of each semester of study. (Prospective students should consult their instructor for details regarding applied music requirements).
2. Applied Music for credit typically entails the following sequence of study: a) MUS 155 Applied Music. Prerequisite: By audition or by permission of instructor.
b) MUS 255 Applied Music, Intermediate. Prerequisite: MUS 155.
c) MUS 256 Applied Music, Advanced Intermediate. Prerequisite: MUS 255.
d) MUS 355 Applied Music, Advanced. Prerequisite: MUS 256.
3. Transfer of Credit for Applied Music Lessons
a) Students who elect to take applied music lessons for credit normally study with Davidson College music faculty or applied music instructors. In exceptional cases, students may petition the chair to take applied music lessons with faculty at another accredited college or university. All such arrangements, including grading status, must be approved by the chair. Registration for Applied Music Courses is handled through the Departmental Assistant, Katy Hoffler.
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