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  • 1.00 Credits

    Private brass instruction for music majors. Participation in departmental recitals and a final jury examination is required. Includes a 50-minute lesson and a one-hour performance class per week. 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. Perform with applicable technical proficiency. 2. Perform with appropriate artistry and interpretation. 3. Demonstrate musical literacy through relevant style and performance practices. 4. Sight read music as assigned by the instructor. Course fee required. Prerequisite: MUSC 3812R. FA, SP
  • 1.00 Credits

    Private string instruction for music majors. Participation in departmental recitals and a final jury examination is required. Includes a 50-minute lesson and a one-hour performance class per week. 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. Perform with applicable technical proficiency. 2. Perform with appropriate artistry and interpretation. 3. Demonstrate musical literacy through relevant style and performance practices. 4. Sight read music as assigned by the instructor. Course fee required. Prerequisite: MUSC 3813R. FA, SP
  • 1.00 Credits

    Private woodwind instruction for music majors. Participation in departmental recitals and a final jury examination is required. Includes a 50-minute lesson and a one-hour performance class per week. 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. Perform with applicable technical proficiency. 2. Perform with appropriate artistry and interpretation. 3. Demonstrate musical literacy through relevant style and performance practices. 4. Sight read music as assigned by the instructor. Course fee required. Prerequisite: MUSC 3814R. FA, SP
  • 1.00 Credits

    Private guitar instruction for music majors. Participation in departmental recitals and a final jury examination is required. Includes a 50-minute lesson and a one-hour performance class per week. 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. Perform with applicable technical proficiency. 2. Perform with appropriate artistry and interpretation. 3. Demonstrate musical literacy through relevant style and performance practices. 4. Sight read music as assigned by the instructor. Course fee required. Prerequisite: MUSC 3815R. FA, SP
  • 1.00 Credits

    Private organ instruction for music majors. Participation in departmental recitals and a final jury examination is required. 50-minute lesson and one-hour performance class per week. 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. Perform with applicable technical proficiency. 2. Perform with appropriate artistry and interpretation. 3. Demonstrate musical literacy through relevant style and performance practices. 4. Sight read music as assigned by the instructor. Course fee required. Prerequisite: MUSC 3816R. FA, SP
  • 1.00 Credits

    Private percussion instruction for music majors. Participation in departmental recitals and a final jury examination is required. Includes a 50-minute lesson and a one-hour performance class per week. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Perform with applicable technical proficiency. 2. Perform with appropriate artistry and interpretation. 3. Demonstrate musical literacy through relevant style and performance practices. 4. Sight read music as assigned by the instructor. Course fee required. Prerequisite: MUSC 3821R. FA, SP
  • 2.00 Credits

    By the end of the course students will be able to demonstrate a functional understanding of the development of the bow and string instruments, the history of the various schools of string playing, as well as the techniques of string pedagogy as outlined in the text by Galamian, Flesch, and other pedagogical sources. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Compare current string teaching methods. 2. Understand the history behind string teaching. 3. Create plans to set up a private teaching studio. 4. Evaluate the pedagogy of string techniques. FA (even)
  • 2.00 Credits

    By the end of the course students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the emergence of the Baroque string sonata, the development of the Baroque instrumental concerto, as well as familiarity of the primary composers of string literature and their music from the Baroque to the 20th century. Students will be able to aurally identify pieces and composers of these periods. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Examine solo and chamber literature for string instruments. 2. Identify compositional styles of string music composers from various historical periods. 3. Analyze string compositions and performances through studying and listening to musical examples in an intelligent and critical manner. FA (odd)
  • 2.00 Credits

    Covers the growth and development of repertoire for Woodwind, Brass, and Percussion instruments, from their early years to the present. Emphasis is placed on standard literature, as well as current trends and composers. Includes study of music for solo, chamber, and large ensemble, and for both performance and pedagogical engagement. Students find resources that guide musicians in selecting music suitable for programming as well as explore the roles the literature fills, including service music, art music, entertainment, and education. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Investigate and articulate the evolution of woodwind, brass, and percussion music and their masterworks. 2. Examine the ways woodwind, brass, and percussion music function in our society. 3. Analyze and evaluate musical scores in preparation for rehearsal, performance, and instruction. 4. Study, select, and teach music for various ensemble types, ability levels, and audiences. 5. Build a framework for finding both traditional and emerging music for woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments and ensembles. SP (odd)
  • 2.00 Credits

    For percussionists who wish to prepare to effectively teach percussion. Upon completion, students will be able to demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of percussion teaching and literature through a survey of method books, periodicals, historical texts, recordings, and solo and ensemble literature. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Analyze and select age- and skill-appropriate literature for teaching purposes. 2. Evaluate and communicate approaches to music reading. 3. Design a private studio that is conducive to teaching and student growth. Prerequisite: MUSC 4485. SP