Courses

The listing of a course description here does not guarantee a course’s being offered in a particular term. Please refer to the published schedule of classes on the MyBU Student Portal for confirmation a class is actually being taught and for specific course meeting dates and times.

• CFA MU 092: Concert Band
  The Boston University Concert Band is a large concert ensemble comprising approximately 55 members from a multitude of majors throughout the University. The ensemble is open to all students wishing to continue making music throughout their collegiate years. The Concert Band performs a diverse section of the wind band repertoire ranging from traditional works to premieres and recent compositions by leading composers. For more information please visit www.bu.edu/bands 0 credits.
• CFA MU 093: Pep Band
  The BU Pep Band is the most flexible music ensemble to join. We form two bands that rotate through performances, and students can miss a performance if they get a sub from the other band. The BU Pep Band is the driving force of the game day experience at all home Hockey and Basketball games. With a song list of over 100 classic and current tunes, the Pep Band is a high-energy, powerful ensemble beloved by our teams and fans alike. The Pep Band is also an integral part of the "Dog Pound" student fan section. Since our teams are perennial contenders for post-season play, the ensemble has many opportunities for paid travel to conference and NCAA tournaments around the country. There are even opportunities to get paid for playing at games that occur over breaks. Come be a part of this vibrant, energetic ensemble! There are no auditions required for entry to the BU Pep Band. In addition to registering for Pep Band, students must also complete the ensemble Join Form: http://www.bu.edu/bands/join/
• CFA MU 094: Jazz Ensemble
  Auditions are required for entry (visit http://www.bu.edu/bands/bands-and-ensembles/jazz-ensembles/ for information). The BU Big Band performs a variety of jazz including contemporary, classic, popular, and rare, from across the decades. Musicians often have the opportunity to work with guest artists and clinicians. The Big Band uses standard instrumentation: 4-5 trumpets, 4-5 trombones, 5 saxes, and a rhythm section (guitar, vibes, piano, bass, optional aux. percussion, and drum set). Performances consist of several concerts per semester including BU Jazz Fest and occasional high-level university functions around campus. In addition to registering for Jazz Ensemble, students must also complete the ensemble Join Form: http://www.bu.edu/bands/join/
• CFA MU 095: Jazz Combo
  The Honors Combo is dedicated to playing small group jazz, consisting mainly of a rhythm section (bass, drums, piano or guitar) and one to four other instruments, depending on balance and ability level. This ensemble is open by audition only. The Honors Combo performs several times throughout the semester. Auditions take place during the first week of classes in the fall. For more information please visit www.bu.edu/bands 0 cr.
• CFA MU 096: Jazz Workshop
  The Jazz Workshop is for those who wish to learn more about the art of playing jazz. This ensemble focuses on improvisation and education in the jazz style. The Jazz Workshop performs one concert per semester. Auditions take place during the first week of classes in the fall. For more information please visit www.bu.edu/bands 0 cr.
• CFA MU 097: All Campus Orchestra
  The All-Campus Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra open by audition to the Boston University Community. The orchestra rehearses twice a week and performs two public concerts each semester. Participation in the ACO gives student and BU community musicians the tools, experience, and understanding to appreciate music for the rest of their lives, either as discerning listeners or as participants in the vibrant world of amateur music-making. Auditions for all orchestral instruments are held in the fall with auditions at mid-year for any open positions. All qualified string players are accepted, but the normal composition of an orchestra dictates limited positions for winds, brass, and percussion. For more information, please visit http://www.bu.edu/cfa/ensembles/university- ensembles/all-campus-orchestra/.
• CFA MU 098: University Choruses
  The Boston University Choruses consists of soprano/alto and tenor/bass choral ensembles. University Choruses integrates elements of auditory, vocal, kinesthetic, and aesthetic dimensions of vocal music though analysis and exploration of vocal performance in efficient rehearsals and high-quality performance. University Choruses repertoire is intentionally eclectic, covering a wide range of treble chorus and musical idioms in a variety of languages spanning from the renaissance to contemporary music as well as music traditions of diverse cultures and popular music. BU University Choruses presents at least two concerts each semester and supports various artistic events throughout the BU community and greater Boston/New England region.
• CFA MU 099: Symphonic Chorus
  Symphonic Chorus
• CFA MU 185: Marching Band
  Boston University Athletic Bands are designed to bring together students of all majors, backgrounds, experience levels, and interests from across the University. The ensembles are campus-wide. Fall ensembles include Marching Band and Pep Band, and Spring ensembles include Winter Drumline, Winter Guard, and Pep Band. These ensembles can be taken individually or simultaneously. Effective Fall 2020, this course, when taken in sequence (Fall and Spring) fulfills a single unit in the BU Hub area of Teamwork/Collaboration.
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• CFA MU 186: Pep Band
  Boston University Athletic Bands are designed to bring together students of all majors, backgrounds, experience levels, and interests from across the University. The ensembles are campus-wide. Fall ensembles include Marching Band and Pep Band, and Spring ensembles include Winter Drumline, Winter Guard, and Pep Band. These ensembles can be taken individually or simultaneously. Effective Fall 2020, this course, when taken in sequence (Fall and Spring) fulfills a single unit in the BU Hub area of Teamwork/Collaboration.
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  • Part of a Hub sequence
• CFA MU 190: All-Campus Chamber Music
  This course would provide an opportunity for accomplished musicians from the greater Boston University community to develop their playing in a small-ensemble setting in addition to their participation in the larger All-Campus Ensembles. Open to Non-majors. Majors seeking elective credit may also register with permission. Group placement will be determined based on the results of All-Campus auditions. Credit hours: 1 Meetings: twelve 1-hour coachings per semester and independently scheduled rehearsals; times TBD depending on the mutual availability of coach and chamber ensemble members
• CFA MU 191: Marching Band
  The Boston University Marching Band is a campus-wide ensemble that is open to all students. The ensemble performs each fall at college band shows, university and civic events, and regional high school band shows as a featured collegiate band in exhibition. The Marching Band schedule is built to fit within the busy BU student's schedule. There are no auditions required for entry to the BU Marching Band. The ensemble meets 3 times per week, and rehearses less than most high school bands. The marching season ends in early November, five-to-six weeks before final exams begin. In addition to registering for Marching Band, students must also complete the ensemble Join Form: http://www.bu.edu/bands/join/
• CFA MU 192: Concert Band
  The Boston University Concert Band is a large concert ensemble comprising approximately 55 members from a multitude of majors throughout the University. The ensemble is open to all students wishing to continue making music throughout their collegiate years. The Concert Band performs a diverse section of the wind band repertoire ranging from traditional works to premieres and recent compositions by leading composers. For more information please visit www.bu.edu/bands 1 cr.
• CFA MU 193: Pep Band
  The BU Pep Band is the most flexible music ensemble to join. We form two bands that rotate through performances, and students can miss a performance if they get a sub from the other band. The BU Pep Band is the driving force of the game day experience at all home Hockey and Basketball games. With a song list of over 100 classic and current tunes, the Pep Band is a high-energy, powerful ensemble beloved by our teams and fans alike. The Pep Band is also an integral part of the "Dog Pound" student fan section. Since our teams are perennial contenders for post-season play, the ensemble has many opportunities for paid travel to conference and NCAA tournaments around the country. There are even opportunities to get paid for playing at games that occur over breaks. There are no auditions required for entry to the BU Pep Band. Come be a part of this vibrant, energetic ensemble! In addition to registering for Pep Band, students must also complete the ensemble Join Form: http://www.bu.edu/bands/join/
• CFA MU 194: Jazz Ensemble
  Auditions are required for entry (visit http://www.bu.edu/bands/bands-and-ensembles/jazz-ensembles/ for information). The BU Big Band performs a variety of jazz including contemporary, classic, popular, and rare, from across the decades. Musicians often have the opportunity to work with guest artists and clinicians. The Big Band uses standard instrumentation: 4-5 trumpets, 4-5 trombones, 5 saxes, and a rhythm section (guitar, vibes, piano, bass, optional aux. percussion, and drum set). Performances consist of several concerts per semester including BU Jazz Fest and occasional high-level university functions around campus. In addition to registering for Jazz Ensemble, students must also complete the ensemble Join Form: http://www.bu.edu/bands/join/
• CFA MU 195: Jazz Combo
  The Honors Combo is dedicated to playing small group jazz, consisting mainly of a rhythm section (bass, drums, piano or guitar) and one to four other instruments, depending on balance and ability level. This ensemble is open by audition only. The Honors Combo performs several times throughout the semester. Auditions take place during the first week of classes in the fall. For more information please visit www.bu.edu/bands 1 cr.
• CFA MU 196: Jazz Workshop
  The Jazz Workshop is for those who wish to learn more about the art of playing jazz. This ensemble focuses on improvisation and education in the jazz style. The Jazz Workshop performs one concert per semester. Auditions take place during the first week of classes in the fall. For more information please visit www.bu.edu/bands 1 cr.
• CFA MU 197: All-Campus Orchestra
  The All-Campus Orchestra is a full symphonic orchestra open by audition to the Boston University Community. The orchestra rehearses twice a week and performs two public concerts each semester. Participation in the ACO gives student and BU community musicians the tools, experience, and understanding to appreciate music for the rest of their lives, either as discerning listeners or as participants in the vibrant world of amateur music-making. Auditions for all orchestral instruments are held in the fall with auditions at mid-year for any open positions. All qualified string players are accepted, but the normal composition of an orchestra dictates limited positions for winds, brass, and percussion. For more information, please visit http://www.bu.edu/cfa/ensembles/university- ensembles/all-campus-orchestra/.
• CFA MU 198: University Choruses
  The Boston University Choruses consists of soprano/alto and tenor/bass choral ensembles. University Choruses integrates elements of auditory, vocal, kinesthetic, and aesthetic dimensions of vocal music though analysis and exploration of vocal performance in efficient rehearsals and high-quality performance. University Choruses repertoire is intentionally eclectic, covering a wide range of treble chorus and musical idioms in a variety of languages spanning from the renaissance to contemporary music as well as music traditions of diverse cultures and popular music. BU University Choruses presents at least two concerts each semester and supports various artistic events throughout the BU community and greater Boston/New England region.
• CFA MU 199: Symphonic Chorus
  SYMPHONC CHORUS