Department of Fine and Performing Arts

Bachelor of Arts:

 

Professors:  Susan Calza, Lisa Jablow, Kenneth Leslie, Russell Longtin, Maris Wolff

Associate Professors: Steve Blair, John Miller

Assistant Professors: Reed Brown, Diane Huling-Reed, Mary Martin

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Bachelor's Degree Programs

• Bachelor of Arts in Art

Within this program, students create work in a variety of disciplines, including drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, digital media and ceramics. The degree provides students a critical and historical perspective for assessing their work. All majors must participate in monthly department-wide critiques.

Required Foundation Courses                                            Credits

ARH-2011

Survey of Western Art I

3

ARH-2012

Survey of Western Art II

3

ART-1011

Drawing I

3

ART-1140

Design

3

             

Introductory Studio Arts Courses (Select four)           Credits

ART-1231

Ceramics I

3

ART-2211

Painting I

3

ART-2251

Sculpture I

3

ART-2301

Photography I

3

ART-2311

Printmaking I

3

 

Advanced Courses                                                                 Credits

ARH-3060

Twentieth Century Art

 3

ARH-3000/4000

Art History Elective

 3

ART-3000/4000

Studio Electives

15

 

Total                                                                                                  45

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Learning Outcomes for Art Majors

Graduating students should be able to:

1. Articulate informed and ideologically sound ideas about art, both historic and contemporary, and connect those ideas to the wider world.

2. Create artwork that is technically proficient and imbued with meaningful content.

3. Demonstrate a general understanding, ability and resourcefulness with a wide range of art media, as well as a deeper understanding of at least one medium such as drawing, painting, sculpture, or photography.

4. Have an openness to ideas other than their own, and a willingness to take risks with their own work.

5. Have established regular studio practice, which will hopefully be lifelong. Students will be aware of developing issues in their own work, and know how to continue on their own in the pursuit of that vision, with strategies for maintaining self-awareness.

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• Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Arts

Students with a strong commitment to the studio arts may prefer this specialized degree with a greater concentration in studio work. Admission to the program (generally in the sophomore or junior year) must be followed by a minimum of three semesters of studio work before the senior exhibition. A student is admitted into the program only upon recommendation by the studio arts faculty and approval by the chairperson, following a successful portfolio review. All majors must participate in the monthly BFA critiques held in the Visual Art Center Gallery. In addition, each candidate for the B.F.A. must present an exhibition and gallery talk in the Julian Scott Gallery during the final year of study. This exhibit is prepared under the guidance and supervision of the art faculty and must demonstrate proficiency in a chosen area of concentration.

For the B.F.A., a student must complete a total of 60 credits by fulfilling all the requirements for a B.A. in art (45 credits) plus 15 credits in advanced courses. The B.F.A. Senior Seminar prepares students for a professional career.

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B.A. Requirements                                                         45 Credits

Required Advanced Courses for the B.F.A.  

ART-4120

B.F.A. Exhibit

3

ARH-4720

Seminar in Contemporary Art Issues

3

ART-4730

B.F.A. Seminar

3

ART-3000/4000

Additional Advanced Studio Credit

6

       

Total                                                                                                 60

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Learning Outcomes for Studio Arts Majors

In addition to the outcomes above, students with a B.F.A. in Studio Arts should also be able to:

1. Be familiar with the professional art world, from the perspective of career options, including exhibition venues, graduate school and grant opportunities.

2. Assemble a professional portfolio.

3. Understand the mechanics of setting up a safe and functioning studio.

4. Know how to do a professional exhibition of their art, write about their art and speak about their art at a public event.

 

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PERFORMING ARTS

An audition is required for all students considering a performing arts major. This process is an advising tool and will not preclude a student from admission into Johnson State College. Students will be juried after their first year in the program. Please contact the administrative assistant for the department of Fine and Performing Arts.

 

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Music

• Bachelor of Arts in Music - Classical  Studies

This program of study is designed for students who are already proficient in a classical instrument or voice and who are interested in advanced training in all areas of technique, musical theory, history and style.  It is designed for students who are seriously interested in pursuing advanced degrees or careers in classical music performance, or in teaching music theory or history. Ensembles can include small string, wind and vocal chamber ensembles, Chamber Singers, choir and band. Graded juries are held each semester and a senior recital is required.

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Required Courses                                                                  Credits

MUS-1051

Keyboard Harmony I

1

MUS-1052

Keyboard Harmony II

1

MUS-1061

Ear Training I

1

MUS-1062

Ear Training II

1

MUS-1231

Music Theory I

3

MUS-1232

Music Theory II

3

MUS-2023

Ear Training III

1

MUS-2024

Ear Training IV

1

MUS-2053

Keyboard Harmony III

1

MUS-2054

Keyboard Harmony IV

1

MUS-2160

Introduction to Technology in Music

2

MUS-2313

Music Theory III

3

MUS-2314

Music Theory IV

3

MUS-3031

History of Western Music I

4

MUS-3032

History of Western Music II

4

                                                         

Subtotal                                                                                            30

Tracks: 

• Performance                                                      Credits

MUS-1120,3240,4030

Applied Lessons

12

MUS-2220

Music Ensemble

 4

MUS-4720

Senior Recital

 2

THA-2121

Acting I

 3

 

Total                                                                                                  51

Studio  Production                                                            Credits

MUS-1120,3240,4030

Applied Lessons

 6

MUS-2220

Music Ensemble

 3

MUS-2231

Studio Recording I

 3
MUS-3372 Studio Recording II  3

MUS-2810/4810

Internship (optional)

 1-6
MUS-4020 Final Production in Studio Recording  
 

    

Total                                                                                            48-53

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• Bachelor of Arts in Music - Jazz/Contemporary Studies

This program is designed for students interested in pursuing careers in jazz performance or contemporary music and who can demonstrate reasonable competency in at least one instrument or in voice. The concentration includes two tracks: a performance track for students primarily interested in developing performance skills and a studio production track for students interested primarily in acquiring technical skills that will prepare them to work in professional music studios.

Required Courses                                                                  Credits

MUS-1051

Keyboard Harmony I

1

MUS-1052

Keyboard Harmony II

1

MUS-1061

Ear Training I

1

MUS-1062

Ear Training II

1

MUS-1231

Music Theory I

3

MUS-1232

Music Theory II

3

MUS-2013

Jazz/Contemporary Theory III

3

MUS-2014

Jazz/Contemporary Theory IV

3

MUS-2111

Jazz/Contemporary Ear Training III

1

MUS-2112

Jazz/Contemporary Ear Training IV

1

MUS-2160

Introduction to Technology in Music

2

MUS-2211

Jazz/Contemporary Keyboard III

1

MUS-2212

Jazz/Contemporary Keyboard IV

1

MUS-3031

History of Western Music I

 

or

  

4

MUS-3032

History of Western Music II

 

MUS-3040

Jazz in America

3

MUS-3140

Jazz Arranging

3

 

Subtotal                                                                                           32

Tracks:

• Performance                                                      Credits

MUS-1120,3240,4030

Applied Lessons

12

MUS-2220

Music Ensemble

 4

MUS-2310

Jazz Improvisation

 3

MUS-4720

Senior Recital

 2

THA-2121

Acting I 

 3

 

• Studio Production                                               Credits

MUS-1120,3240,4030

Applied Lessons

 6

MUS-2220

Music Ensemble

 3

MUS-2231

Studio Recording I

 3

MUS-3272

Studio Recording II

 3

MUS-2810/4810

Internship (optional)

1-6

MUS-4020

Final Production in Studio Recording

 2

   

Total                                                                                            50-56

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• Bachelor of Arts in Music - General Music Studies

This option is designed for students who do not plan to become performers but wish to pursue the study of music. The student who chooses this track must have acquired competency in at least one instrument or voice. Participation in performance ensembles is optional, but recommended.

Required Courses                                                                  Credits

MUS-1051

Keyboard Harmony I

1

MUS-1052

Keyboard Harmony II

1

MUS-2053

Keyboard Harmony III

 

or

  

1

MUS-2211

Jazz keyboard III/Contemporary

 

MUS-2054

Keyboard Harmony IV

 

or

  

1

MUS-2212

Jazz Keyboard IV/Contemporary

 

MUS-1061

Ear Training I

1

MUS-1062

Ear Training II

1

MUS-2023

Ear Training III

 

or

  

1

MUS-2111

Jazz/Contemporary Ear Training III

 

MUS-2024

Ear Training IV

 

or

  

1

MUS-2112

Jazz/Contemporary Ear Training

 

MUS-1231

Music Theory I

3

MUS-1232

Music Theory II

3

MUS-2313

Music Theory III

 

or

  

3

MUS-2031

Jazz/Contemporary Theory III

 

MUS-2314

Music Theory IV

 

or

  

3

MUS-2014

Jazz/Contemporary Theory III

 

MUS-2160

Introduction to Technology in Music

2

or

    

MUS-3215

Music Technology for the Classroom (for music education only)

3

MUS-3031

History of Western Music I

4

MUS-3032

History of Western Music II

4

MUS-3330

Worlds of Music

3

 

A minimum of 17 additional music credits; at least nine must be upper level.

Total                                                                                                 50

 

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Learning Outcomes for Music Majors

1. Students will develop a broad range of knowledge in Harmony; explore the content of Melody; study several aspects of Rhythm; learn how music develops from the perspective of Form; and will combine the many resources of Sound.

2. Students will attain the skills necessary to communicate musical ideas in written form and to read music from various resources.

3. Students will become familiar with the current available forms of Music Technology.

4. Students will apply all elements of study to music performance, recording, composition/arranging, and internships.

5. Students will demonstrate an understanding of music as aural art.

 

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• Bachelor of Arts in Musical Theater

The new B.A. in Musical Theater will link already existing programs in theater, music, and dance, relying primarily on present resources in the Performing Arts Department and creating several new classes unique to the demands of singer/actor training, a market whose growth in the New England area has been quite sturdy in the past decade. The program will require 55 credits in theater and music, including up to 3 classes in dance and an internship. This degree brings theater, music, and dance together in a collaboration designed to enhance the employment possibilities/potential of singer/actors and widen their career prospects as performers, training them to compete in the musical theater market.

Required Courses                                                                  Credits

THA-1041

Introduction to Theater Arts

3

THA-2121

Acting I

3

THA-2122

Acting II

3

THA-4730

Seminar in Professional Preparation for the Actor

3

MUS-1051

Keyboard Harmony I

1

MUS-1052

Keyboard Harmony II

1

MUS-1061

Ear Training I

1

MUS-1062

Ear Training II

1

MUS-1231

Music Theory I

3

MUS-1232

Music Theory II

3

MUS-3230

Survey of American Musical Theater

3

 

Subtotal                                                                                            25

Musical Theater Requirements

MUS-2350/4010

Musical Theater Production

9

MUS-3090

Interpretation: Bringing Songs to Life

3

 

Minimum 12 credits from the following:

                  

Recommended for dancers:

3 cr. voice, 9 cr. dance

Recommended for singers:

3 cr. dance, 9 cr. voice

 

MUS-2330

Elementary Voice Class

3

and/or

    

MUS-1120/3240,4030

Applied Voice Lessons

3-9

DAN-1010/2040/2131/3130

Fundamentals, Beginning Tap, Ballet, Jazz

3-9

 

Subtotal                                                                                     30-42

Electives (6 credits from the following)

MUS-1050

Elementary Class Piano

3

THA-1111

Stagecraft

3

THA-3040

Improvisation for Actors

3

THA-3123

Acting III (Styles)

3

 

Total                                                                                           42-54

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Theater

• Bachelor of Arts in Theater and Drama

The B.A. in theater and drama is designed to serve students who aspire to become theater performers, teachers, Theater technicians and managers or those who wish simply to gain a broader knowledge and understanding of themselves and the world around them as part of a strong liberal arts education. It also prepares students for graduate work.

Required Courses                                                                  Credits

MUS-2330

Elementary Voice Class

3

THA-1040

Interpreting Contemporary Dramatic Literature

3

THA-1041

Introduction to Theater Arts

3

 

Historical and Literary Studies                                Credits

THA-2030

Costume History and Design

3

THA-3010

Shakespeare: "On the Stage and On the Page"

3

THA-3110

Dramatic Literature: Classical/Modern

3

                           

Production and Performance Skills                                 Credits

DAN-2030/3030

Improvisation/Composition

4

THA-1111

Stagecraft

3

THA-2121

Acting I

3

THA-2122

Acting II

3

THAT-3210

Introduction to Directing

3

 

Elective (select one course from the following)         Credits

DAN-3010

Renaissance Spirit

3

THA-2035

Costume Construction and Stage Make Up

3

THA-3030

Children's Theater

3

THA-3040

Improvisation for Actors

3

THA-3123

Acting III

3

THA-3130

Introduction to Scene Design and Stage Lighting

3

THA-3720

Playwriting Workshop

3

 

Laboratory Experiences                                        Credits

THA-2040/4010

Performance and Production Lab

6
 

(3 of 6 credits should be performance in one musical over 4 years.)

 

THA-4720

Senior Project in Theater*

3

THA-4730

Seminar in Professional Preparation for the Actor

3

 

* If students elect to direct their own Theater production as their senior project, THA-3XXX Introduction to Stage Management and THA-3210 Introduction to Directing will be pre-requisites for their senior project.

Total                                                                                                 49

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Learning Outcomes for Theater and Drama Majors

1. Students will articulate their grasp of the many facets of theater, including its history, literature and performance, through writing, speech and their own performance.

2. Students will acquire the verbal and writing skills necessary to master the processes of analysis, criticism and interpretation unique to theater and, yet, interdisciplinary as well.

3. Students will develop their individual skills in acting, directing, design and management both on and offstage and in the classroom, making the link between the "page" and the "stage."

4. Students will be prepared to succeed in the professional world of theater, in graduate school, teaching or working in community settings.

5. Students will collaborate with fellow students and faculty in developing their own levels of focus, discipline, and responsibility within a creative environment.

 

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Associate's Degree Programs

• Technical Theater

This career-oriented program includes course work in technical theater skills (stagecraft, lighting and design, music and audio engineering), studio and performing arts, and general management; an internship is required.

Required Courses                                                                  Credits

THA-1041

Introduction to Theater Arts

 3

THA-1111

Stagecraft

 3

THA-2020

Theater Lab (4 times, 2 upper level, 2 lower level)

12

THA-2810

Internship in Theater

 6

THA-3130

Introduction to Scene Design and Stage Lighting

 3

CIS-1041

Microcomputer Applications I

 3

                    

Career Concentration Component

This component permits students to customize and focus their studies. Students must complete all course work listed within at least one of the following clusters and must complete 12 credits in all:

• Performing Arts

(Take three of the following courses)                           Credits

THA-1040

Interpreting Contemporary Dramatic Literature

3

THA-2030

Costume History and Design

3

THA-2035

Costume Construction and Stage Make-up

3

THA-2121

Acting I

3

 

• Business Management                                                   Credits

BUS-2020

Principles of Management

3

BUS-2140

Personal Finance

3

BUS-2410

Human Resource Management

3

             

• Computer Information Systems                                    Credits

CIS-2220

Website Design

3

CIS-3040

Database

3

CIS-4120

Systems Analysis and Design

3

 

• Music and Audio Technology                                        Credits

MUS-2160

Introduction to Technology in Music

3

MUS-2231

Studio Recording I

3

MUS-3272

Studio Recording II

3

 

• Fine and Studio Arts                                             Credits

ARH-2010

Survey of Western Art II

3

ART-1011

Drawing I

3

ART-1140

Design

3

 

Total                                                                                                 42

  

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Minors

• Arts Management for Theater Majors

Required Courses                                                                  Credits

ACC-2121

Financial Accounting

4

ACC-2122

Managerial Accounting

4

BUS-2020

Principles of Management

3

BUS-2230

Principles of Marketing

3

BUS-2410

Human Resource Management

3

CIS-1041

Microcomputer Applications I

3

EC0-1020

Introduction to Economics

 

or

  

3

ECO-2030

Microeconomics

  

ECO-2020

Macroeconomics

3

 

Total                                                                                                  26

 

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• Dance

The minor in dance exposes students to the vital aspects of the art as performers, creators and observers. Courses provide students with a conceptual, historical and technical background. Advanced students may become members of the Johnson Dance Ensemble, our student dance company, or may have the opportunity to become an apprentice in the Vermont Dance Collective.

The dance minor consists of a minimum of 24 credits selected from the following courses:

                                                                           Credits

DAN-1010

Fundamentals of Dance

3

DAN-1111

Modern Dance

3

DAN-2010

Folk Dance

3

DAN-2030

Improvisation/Composition

4

DAN-2131

Ballet

3

DAN-3020

Intermediate Ballet: Technique and History

3

DAN-3030

Improvisation/Composition:

  
 

Intermediate/Advanced Level

4

DAN-3112

Intermediate Modern Dance:

 
 

Technique and History

3

DAN-3130

Jazz Dance

3

DAN-4130

Advanced Ball/Modern Dance:

 
 

Technique and History

3

 

Total                                                                                                  24

 

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• Music

The music minor exposes students to a broad overview of music and is an option for students who want to continue playing and studying music but are majoring in another field. Individual lessons and performance opportunities are offered in both traditional and jazz/contemporary settings.

Required Courses                                                                  Credits

MUS-1015

Meet the Masters

3

MUS-1051

Keyboard Harmony I

1

MUS-1052

Keyboard Harmony II

1

MUS-1061

Ear Training I

1

MUS-1062

Ear Training II

1

MUS-1231

Music Theory I

3

MUS-1232

Music Theory II

3

 

Select any two additional MUS courses, at least one of

which is at the 3000 level                                                 6                 

Select any combination (4 credits total):

MUS-1120

Applied Music Lessons

 1 ea.

MUS-2220

Music Ensemble

 1 ea.

MUS-3240

Applied Music Lessons

 2 ea.

 

Total                                                                                                 23

 

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• Studio Arts

The minor in studio arts combines foundation work in drawing and art history with study in the student's choice of four studio areas.

Foundation Courses                                                              Credits

ARH-2011

Survey of Western Art I

3

ARH-2012

Survey of Western Art II

3

ART-1011

Drawing I

3

 

Studio Art Courses (Select four)                             Credits

ART-1231

Ceramics I

3

ART-2211

Painting I

3

ART-2251

Sculpture I

3

ART-2301

Photography I

3

ART-2311

Printmaking I

3

ART-2110

Introduction to Digital Media

3

 

Note: Upper-level studio courses may be substituted for up to two of the above.

Total                                                                                                 21

 

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• Theater

The minor in theater provides both a conceptual and practical study of performance and production, as well as a basic historical and literary background.

Required Courses                                                                  Credits

THA-1041

Introduction to Theater Arts

3

THA-1111

Stagecraft

3

THA-3140

Theater History

3

 

Select three courses from the following:

THA-2121

Acting I

3

THA-2122

Acting II

3

THA-3030

Children's Theater

3

THA-3123

Acting III

3

THA-3130

Introduction to Scene Design and Stage

3

THA-3210

Introduction to Directing

3

     

Select one course from the following:

(Complete THA-3140 before taking these courses):

THA-3010

Shakespeare: "On the Stage and on the Page"

3

THA-3110

Dramatic Literature: Classical/Modern

3

 

Total                                                                                                  21

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Licensure Programs                                                                 

• Licensure in Art (grades K-6, 7-12, K-12)

Students pursuing licensure in art must submit passing scores on Praxis I and II, complete either the B.A. degree in art or the B.F.A. degree in studio arts and the following courses:

K-6 Licensure                                                       Credits

ART-3120

Elementary Art Education Methods

 3

EDU-2040

Child Development

 3

EDU-2110

Introduction to Exceptional Populations

 3

EDU-2320

Engaged in Creative Teaching and Learning

 3

EDU-3020

Educational Psychology

 3

EDU-3240

Literacy Development in the Content Areas

 3

EDU-4812

Art Student Teaching

12

 

Total                                                                           30

7-12 Licensure                                                      Credits

ART-3140

Secondary Art Education Methods

 3

EDU-2110

Introduction to Exceptional Populations

 3

EDU-2170

Adolescent Development

 3

EDU-2320

Engaged in Creative Teaching and Learning

 3

EDU-3020

Educational Psychology

 3

EDU-3240

Literacy Development in the Content Areas

 3

EDU-4812

Art Student Teaching

12

 

Total                                                                                                  30

 

K-12 Licensure                                                      Credits

ART-3120

Elementary Art Education Methods

 3

ART-3140

Secondary Art Education Methods

 3

EDU-2040

Child Development

 3

EDU-2110

Introduction to Exceptional Populations

 3

EDU-2170

Adolescent Development

 3

EDU-2320

Engaged in Creative Teaching and Learning

 3

EDU-3020

Educational Psychology

 3

EDU-3240

Literacy Development in the Content Areas

 3

EDU-4812

Art Student Teaching

12

 

Total                                                                          36

 

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• Licensure in Music Education

This concentration is designed for students pursuing licensure in the field of music education K-12 and who can demonstrate proficiency in at least one instrument or voice. A recital is required. Students are given final approval to enter into a teaching practicum only upon satisfactory completion of Praxis I and II and a comprehensive diagnostic examination. The major areas covered in the examination are music theory, music history, music education concepts, keyboard harmony, and ear training, sight singing and piano proficiency.

Music education students must complete either the classical studies or jazz/commercial concentration and the following:

Required Courses                                                 Credits

MUS-3410

Conducting I

 3

MUS-3402

Conducting II

 3

MUS-3215

Music Technology for the Classroom

 3

EDU-2040

Child Development

 3

EDU-2110

Introduction to Exceptional Populations

 3

EDU-2170

Adolescent Development

 3

EDU-2320

Engaged in Creative Teaching and Learning

 3

EDU-3020

Educational  Psychology

 3

EDU-3240

Literacy Development in the Content Areas

 3

EDU-4830

Music Student Teaching

12

MUS-3160

Elementary School Music Methods

 3

MUS-3210

Secondary School Music Methods

 3

MUS-3720

Seminar in Music Education *

 2

 

A minimum of 8 credits from the following two-and/or three-credit courses:   

MUS-1050

Elementary Piano Class

2

MUS-2040

Foreign Language Diction

2