MUSC 152 Wind Ensemble (2 credits)
Distribution Area Fulfilled Humanities with Performance; General Transfer Elective
Prerequisite Audition and/or instructor permission.
Course Description
A smaller, auditioned ensemble intended for more experienced instrumental musicians. Rehearse and perform advanced band literature. Quarterly concerts required. Course is repeatable for additional credit up to 3 times in the degree.
Course Content
a.) unifying pitch, rhythm, tempo, articulation, and intonation precision b.) proper ensemble technique c.) unifying dynamic, phrase, balance d.) unifying timbre, stylistic expression e.) listening and responsiveness to others within the ensemble including the conductor f.) innovative and culturally responsive repertoire g.) advanced performance techniques
Student Outcomes
Demonstrate, through performance, measurable improvement in technique, literacy and musicality.
Demonstrate measurable improvement in ensemble playing.
Express musicality through diverse repertoire.
Demonstrate musical independence in a smaller ensemble setting.
Degree Outcomes
Humanities: Graduates acquire critical skills to interpret, analyze, and evaluate forms of human expression, which can include creation and performance as an expression of human experience.
Lab Contact Hours 40
Total Contact Hours 40
Potential Methods
1. Performance 2. Class discussion 3. Instructor observation 4. Instructor feedback 5. Self-evaluation 6. Peer review
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