Music Ensemble (MUEN)

MUEN M100-M106 Major Ensemble 1 cr.

  • MUEN M100 Loyola Symphony Orchestra
  • MUEN M101 Loyola Chamber Orchestra 
  • MUEN M102 University Band
  • MUEN M103 University Chorale 
  • MUEN M104 University Chorus
  • MUEN M105 Jazz Major Ensemble 
  • MUEN M106 Wind Ensemble 

These courses involve regular rehearsals and performances in groups of various sizes and constitutions. Creditable as needed at any level of undergraduate study. Open to non-music students by audition only.

MUEN M200-202 Minor Ensemble 1 cr.

  • MUEN M200 Training Orchestra
  • MUEN M201 Opera Workshop
  • MUEN M202 Vocal Chamber Ensemble 

These courses involve regular rehearsals and performances in groups of various sizes and constitutions. Creditable as needed at any level of undergraduate study. Open to non-music students by audition only.

MUEN M210 Contemporary Ensemble 1 cr.

This course is oriented toward ensemble performance in rock, pop, acoustic roots and jazz genres. Original and cover songs will be studied, arranged and performed in class with supervision of the instructor. Live performances and studio recordings are required.

MUEN M215 Electro-Acoustic Ensemble 1 cr.

The objective of this course is to give the student a performing knowledge of electro-acoustic music. The ensemble will perform “classical” electro-acoustic works, contemporary compositions, including student works and improvisatory electro-acoustic music.

MUEN M300-312 Chamber Ensemble 1 cr.

  • MUEN M300 String Ensemble
  • MUEN M301 Woodwind Ensemble
  • MUEN M302 Brass Ensemble
  • MUEN M303 Percussion Ensemble 
  • MUEN M304 Jazz Combo
  • MUEN M305 Guitar Ensemble
  • MUEN M306 Piano Chamber Ensemble 
  • MUEN M307 Flute Ensemble
  • MUEN M308 Clarinet Ensemble
  • MUEN M309 Saxophone Ensemble
  • MUEN M310 Trombone Ensemble
  • MUEN M311 Oboe Trio
  • MUEN M312 Trumpet Ensemble

These courses involve regular rehearsals and performances in groups of various sizes and constitutions. Creditable as needed at any level of undergraduate study. Open to non-music students by audition only.

MUEN M315 Afro Cuban Ensemble 1 cr.

The Afro Cuban Ensemble jazz combo will give students the opportunity to explore performance practices and repertoire specifically needed when learning Afro Cuban musical styles. Open to non-music students by audition only, with preference given to Percussionists and Jazz Studies majors.

MUEN M400 Accompanying Creditable as needed

This course will provide the student with the opportunity to observe a professional accompanist at work in a close, advisory environment. The student will develop an understanding of some of the vocabulary, techniques, and concerns associated with accompanying the voice and a variety of instruments.