MUS 220 - Musicianship

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

MUSIC

Description:

A participatory exploration and integration of basic music techniques through a variety of materials and styles. Activities may include aural skills, theory fundamentals, introductory song analysis, and ensemble experiences. Opportunities for original composition or other creative work as semester project. Prerequisite: MUS 124 or Permission. Course Objectives (1) Develop aural and written music skills, including introductory dictation and part-writing exercises. (2) Practice basic score analysis, using analytical music techniques to break down a musical theatre or other song. (3) Relate song analysis to subtext and to performance choices. (4) Participate in ensemble work, choral and/or piano. (5) Design and present, both verbally and in writing, a culminating semester project that applies and integrates musicianship. (e.g. original score, score arrangement/adaptation, music theory software lesson, research paper demonstrating information and technology literacy). (6) Produce a reflective journal with the semester project. Journal will document and discuss the creative/learning process and will properly reference the sources consulted.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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