Music, Minor

A minor in music provides students the opportunity to explore music through a comprehensive and multifaceted approach while following their various musical interests.The requirements for admission to this minor program track are the passing of an instrumental or vocal audition and the taking of theory, ear-training, and keyboard placement exams.

Required
MDT 166Exploring Western Music3
MDT 167World Music3
MDT 131Harmony I2
MDT 133Harmony II2
MDT 132Ear-Training I2
MDT 134Ear-Training II2
MDT 135Keyboard Method I1
MDT 136Keyboard Method II1
MDT 122Applied Music I1.5
MDT 123Applied Music II1.5
MDT 222Applied Music III1.5
MDT 223Applied Music IV1.5
Restricted Electives
For each of four semesters, select one from the following courses:
MDT 153Concert Chorale0.5
MDT 159New Jersey City University Orchestra0.5
MDT 161Symphony Winds & Percussion0.5
MDT 210History of Popular Music in America3
Select three credits from the following courses:
MDT 106Jazz History (for Music majors/minors)3
MDT 268Computer Music I3
MDT 329Music History before 17503
MDT 330Music History after 17503
MDT 353The Survey of the Music Business3
Total Credits27