• MUSC 3222: Choral Conducting

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  In depth study and development of conducting practices specific to choral music within the five major musical periods, including unaccompanied, keyboard accompanied, and orchestral/choral works as well as examples from world music. Students will complete an in-depth analysis of a choral work. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate nonverbal communication of an aural image through expressive conducting gestures. 2. Analyse scores to create an aural image of musical works. 3. Assess rehearsal and performances of self and others. 4. Plan and execute effective rehearsal methods and techniques. Prerequisite: MUSC 2350. SP (odd)
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• MUSC 3250R: Concert Choir

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Large choral performing ensemble open to students interested in musical enrichment as well as students pursuing a Music major. The student will develop advanced concepts of good choral singing including balance, blend, intonation, tone, and interpretation while experiencing a wide variety of musical styles from the Renaissance to the twentieth-century (classical and popular styles). Students will actively participate in regular rehearsals and public performances. No audition required. Repeatable up to 8 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Perform with proficiency. 2. Perform with artistic expression. 3. Demonstrate musical literacy through appropriate style and performance practices. FA, SP
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• MUSC 3270R: Chamber Singers

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Students with advanced choral music experience who are selected for this small ensemble will develop advanced concepts of good choral singing including balance, blend, intonation, tone and interpretation through appropriate small ensemble literature from the Renaissance to the twentieth-century (classical and popular styles) through active participation in regular rehearsals and public performances. Audition required. Repeatable up to 8 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Perform with proficiency. 2. Perform with artistic expression. 3. Demonstrate musical literacy through appropriate style and performance practices. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. FA, SP
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• MUSC 3280R: Women's Chorus

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Female students with advanced choral music experience who are selected for this ensemble will develop singing skills through rehearsals and performances of appropriate musical literature from Medieval to vocal jazz. No audition required. Repeatable up to 8 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Perform with proficiency. 2. Perform with artistic expression. 3. Demonstrate musical literacy through appropriate style and performance practices. FA, SP
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• MUSC 3310R: Symphonic Band

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Large instrumental performing ensemble open to students interested in musical enrichment as well as students pursuing a Music major. Students will practice their instruments while working on the fundamentals of ensemble playing (tone quality, balance, blend, dynamics, etc.) as well as the more advanced concepts of good musicianship (phrasing, rhythms, sight reading, interpretation, etc.). This course also exposes the student to the standard band repertoire as well as the more recent or contemporary literature. Students will actively participate in regular rehearsals and public performances. No audition required. Repeatable up to 8 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Perform with proficiency. 2. Perform with artistic expression. 3. Demonstrate musical literacy through appropriate style and performance practices. FA, SP
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• MUSC 3330R: Jazz Ensemble

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Students with previous experience in jazz and improvisation who are selected for this instrumental ensemble will study various styles of music, including swing, Latin, rock, and ballads, through the medium of the "big band" (5 saxophones, 5 trumpets, 5 trombones, piano, bass drums, and guitar) using sight reading, improvisation, and performance. Students will actively participate in regular rehearsals and public performances. Audition required. Repeatable up to 8 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Perform with proficiency. 2. Perform with artistic expression. 3. Demonstrate musical literacy through appropriate style and performance practices. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. Corequisite: MUSC 3310R. FA, SP
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• MUSC 3335R: Jazz Improvisation I

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  For both instrumentalists and vocalists, includes Jazz styles, improvisational theories, and techniques with emphasis on small groups playing supervised improvisation. Emphasizes the development of beginning improvisational skills, from modal and the ii-V7-I chord progression through instrumental and vocal performance. Students should complete at least two semesters of private instruction to prepare for the music technique required in this course. Repeatable up to 2 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Improvise music in blues style. 2. Improvise music in modal styles. 3. Improvise music using ii-V-I progressions. Prerequisite: MUSC 1130. SU
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• MUSC 3350R: University Orchestra

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Performing ensemble for all interested student musicians with previous instrumental orchestra or band experience, including woodwinds, brass, strings, and percussion. Students will develop sight reading, rehearsal, and public performance skills as well as knowledge of and appreciation of the symphonic literature of the 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, and 20th century composers. No audition required. Repeatable up to 8 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Perform with proficiency. 2. Perform with artistic expression. 3. Demonstrate musical literacy through appropriate style and performance practices. FA, SP
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• MUSC 3360R: University Chamber Orchestra

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  This ensemble is comprised of advanced string players with participation determined by audition. The repertoire will include various time periods and each semester will include a public performance. Repeatable up to 8 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Perform with proficiency. 2. Perform with artistic expression. 3. Demonstrate musical literacy through appropriate style and performance practices. Prerequisites: Instructor permission. Corequisites: MUSC 3350R. SP (even)
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• MUSC 3370R: Guitar Ensemble

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Performing ensemble for selected students who can read music and know 1st position guitar chords. Those selected will gain experience in an ensemble, reading music and rhythms, and following a director. Audition required. Repeatable up to 8 credits subject to graduation restrictions. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Perform with proficiency. 2. Perform with artistic expression. 3. Demonstrate musical literacy through appropriate style and performance practices. Prerequisite: Instructor permission. FA, SP
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