MUSC 4635 - Wind Band Literature

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Music

Description:

Covers the growth and development of repertoire for the wind band from its early years to the present. The primary focus is placed on music for public school band programs; the process of selecting, or programming, wind literature that is grade appropriate. Emphasis is placed on standard literature, as well as current trends and composers. The evolution of wind band literature is studied. Learning to understand the role of the band conductor as music teacher. The study of how literature selection influences band curriculum. Finding the resources that guide young conductors in selecting music suitable for programming. Understanding the role of the band as a functional service ensemble, as an ensemble for art's sake, and as an activity for music education in the modern curriculum. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Learn of wind band composers and the style period they align with. 2. Know the standard repertoire. 3. Understand how the wind band has evolved, especially in the use of the percussion section. 4. Create a program and assess its workability. 5. Understand how wind band literature selection must take into consideration the players, the conductor, the audience. 6. Consider the possible influences the learning of any given piece will have on the ensemble. 7. Make decisions in regard to the literature under consideration. Prerequisite: MUSC 3310; can be taken concurrently. SP (odd)

Credits:

2.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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