Eurhythmics

Courses

MUDE 100: First Year Eurhythmics Lab

Credits 0
First-Year Eurhythmics Lab is an experience designed to provide additional support for students as they take Eurhythmics I as first-year students. This class will allow students to review for Eurhythmics I assessments and seek clarification as needed. Materials will be presented aurally, visually and kinesthetically to provide an immersive rhythmic experience.

MUDE 101: Eurhythmics I

Credits 1

The physical expression of rhythm in which large bodily movements form the reference for rhythmic analysis. Study of pulse, meter, patterns, cross rhythms, improvisation, rhythmic canons and bodily coordination emphasizing proper tension and relaxation.

MUDE 102: Eurhythmics II

Credits 1

The physical expression of rhythm in which large bodily movements form the reference for rhythmic analysis. Study of pulse, meter, patterns, cross rhythms, improvisation, rhythmic canons and bodily coordination emphasizing proper tension and relaxation.

MUDE 203: Eurhythmics III

Credits 1

Continuation of MUDE 101, 102, with materials of increased difficulty, as well as study of syncopation, rhythmic counterpoint and conducting movements.

MUDE 204: Eurhythmics IV

Credits 1

Continuation of MUDE 101, 102, with materials of increased difficulty, as well as study of syncopation, rhythmic counterpoint and conducting movements.

MUDE 310: Advanced Eurhythmics: Complex Rhythm

Credits 2
Advanced Eurhythmics uses the materials and methods from Eurhythmics I-IV to explore advanced rhythmic topics: development of tempo memory/relative tempo, cross-rhythms with rests or ties, and augmentation/diminution in both duple (simple) meters and triple (compound) meters. Instrumental activities will also be included to integrate concepts on a practical level.

MUDE 312: Advanced Eurhythmics: Integrated Movement

Credits 2
Advanced Eurhythmics further explores physical expression through repertoire association. The course also focuses on the development of tempo memory in relation to repertoire and physical movement, cross-rhythms in one pulse utilizing micro-beats and swing, and polymetric relationships among different meters using dictation and canon. Instrumental activities will also be included to integrate concepts on a practical level.

MUDE 325: Eurhythmics Pedagogy I

Credits 3
This course serves as an introduction to teaching eurhythmics to students of all ages, including: keyboard improvisation, class engagement and integration, defining goals for students and assessing their progress towards those goals.

MUDE 326: Eurhythmics Pedagogy II

Credits 3
This course continues the exploration of teaching eurhythmics including: keyboard improvisation, planning, class engagement and integration, defining goals for students and assessing their progress towards those goals. Students in the course will choose to focus on the teaching of eurhythmics to young children or young adults.

MUDE 402: Eurhythmics for Graduate Students I

Credits 2
Emphasis on the development and stabilizing of an inner pulse. The use of the body as a reference for the experience and development of rhythmic skills and perceptions. Areas covered: meter, rhythmic patterns, crossrhythms, canons, polyrhythms and unequal pulse meters.

MUDE 404: Eurhythmics for Graduate Students II

Credits 2
Emphasis on the development and stabilizing of an inner pulse. The use of the body as a reference for the experience and development of rhythmic skills and perceptions. Areas covered: meter, rhythmic patterns, crossrhythms, canons, polyrhythms and unequal pulse meters.

MUDE 410: Advanced Eurhythmics: Complex Rhythm

Credits 2
Advanced Eurhythmics uses the materials and methods from Eurhythmics I-IV to explore advanced rhythmic topics: development of tempo memory/relative tempo, cross-rhythms with rests or ties, and augmentation/diminution in both duple (simple) meters and triple (compound) meters. Instrumental activities will also be included to integrate concepts on a practical level.

MUDE 412: Advanced Eurhythmics: Integrated Movement

Credits 2
Advanced Eurhythmics further explores physical expression through repertoire association. The course also focuses on the development of tempo memory in relation to repertoire and physical movement, cross-rhythms in one pulse utilizing micro-beats and swing, and polymetric relationships among different meters using dictation and canon. Instrumental activities will also be included to integrate concepts on a practical level.

MUDE 425: Eurhythmics Pedagogy I

Credits 3
This course serves as an introduction to teaching eurhythmics to students of all ages, including: keyboard improvisation, class engagement and integration, defining goals for students and assessing their progress towards those goals.

MUDE 426: Eurhythmics Pedagogy II

Credits 3
This course continues the exploration of teaching eurhythmics including: keyboard improvisation, planning, class engagement and integration, defining goals for students and assessing their progress towards those goals. Students in the course will choose to focus on the teaching of eurhythmics to young children or young adults.