MUS 152 - Drumming and Percussion Ensemble

Institution:

Connecticut State Community College Middlesex

Subject:

Description:

Through ensemble playing, students will learn a variety of traditional rhythms such as African, Latin, Indonesian (gamelan), Middle Eastern, etc. Various percussion instruments and playing techniques will be studied, including improvisation. Students will also learn how to use found objects as instruments. The course includes some study of the cultures associated with various instruments. Students should obtain a drum for use in the ensemble. This course fulfills a diversity (D) requirement.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.mxcc.commnet.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 343-5701

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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