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3.00 Credits
3 units 3 hours weekly Prerequisite: Completion of MUS 111. Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in MUS 153, and Eligibility for ENGL 099 and READ 099. A study of chord construction, chord progressions, harmonic phrase structures, and melodies and four-part writing. Some beginning orchestration and composition of simple pieces within the constraints of forms being studied. (CSU, UC, AVC)
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3.00 Credits
(formerly Musicianship I) 2 units 3 hours weekly Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 099 and READ 099. A study of the aural aspect of music theory. Students develop the ability to identify and transcribe rhythms, intervals, chords, scales, and chord progressions. Students will also learn to sing elementary melodies at sight. (CSU, UC, AVC)
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3.00 Credits
2 units 3 hours weekly Limitation on Enrollment: Audition required. A course designed to rehearse and perform standard band repertoire, chosen by the instructor and changing every semester. Historical and sociological context of the music being studied as well as correct performance of notes and rhythms will be explained in each rehearsal. Each semester, the band prepares music for public performance. Students take part in weekly rehearsals in which they learn how their own parts relate to other harmonies and rhythms occurring simultaneously. The instructor paces each rehearsal such that the performance at the end of the semester is of as high an artistic and technical standard as possible. This course may be taken by all members of the AVC community who wish to improve their instrumental technique and musicianship through participation. (CSU, UC, AVC) (R3)
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2.00 Credits
1 unit 2 hours weekly Limitation on Enrollment: Audition required. A course designed to rehearse and perform standard woodwind repertoire, chosen by the instructor and changing every semester. Historical and sociological context of the music being studied as well as correct performance of notes and rhythms will be explained in each rehearsal. Each semester, the woodwind ensemble prepares music for public performance. Students take part in weekly rehearsals in which they learn how their own parts relate to other harmonies and rhythms occurring simultaneously. The instructor paces each rehearsal such that the performance at the end of the semester is of as high an artistic and technical standard as possible. This course offers an opportunity for all advanced woodwind players in the AVC community to perform literature in a more intimate setting than one of the larger ensembles and receive like instrument family instruction. (CSU, UC, AVC) ( R3)
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2.00 Credits
1 unit 2 hours weekly Limitation on Enrollment: Audition required. A course designed to rehearse and perform clarinet choir repertoire, chosen by the instructor and changing every semester. Historical and sociological context of the music being studied as well as correct performance of notes and rhythms will be explained in each rehearsal. Each semester, the clarinet choir prepares music for public performance. Students take part in weekly rehearsals in which they learn how their own parts relate to other harmonies and rhythms occurring simultaneously. The instructor paces each rehearsal such that the performance at the end of the semester is of as high an artistic and technical standard as possible. This course offers an opportunity for all advanced clarinet players in the AVC community to perform literature in a more intimate setting than one of the larger ensembles and receive like instrument instruction. (CSU, AVC) ( R3)
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2.00 Credits
1 unit 2 hours weekly Limitation on Enrollment: Audition required. A course designed to rehearse and perform standard brass repertoire, chosen by the instructor and changing every semester. Historical and sociological context of the music being studied as well as correct performance of notes and rhythms will be explained in each rehearsal. Each semester, the brass ensemble prepares music for public performance. Students take part in weekly rehearsals in which they learn how their own parts relate to other harmonies and rhythms occurring simultaneously. The instructor paces each rehearsal such that the performance at the end of the semester is of as high an artistic and technical standard as possible. This course offers an opportunity for all advanced brass players in the AVC community to perform literature in a more intimate setting than one of the larger ensembles and receive like instrument family instruction. (CSU, UC, AVC) (R3)
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2.00 Credits
(formerly Instrumental Ensemble- Strings) 1 unit 2 hours weekly Limitation on Enrollment: Audition required. A course designed to study standard string repertoire through rehearsal and performance. The principal goal of the String Ensemble is to develop the student's ability to learn and perform multiple-part string music. Additionally, students receive instruction in music reading, instrumental technique, and the historical and sociological context of the music that is studied. (CSU, UC, AVC) (R3)
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2.00 Credits
1 unit 2 hours weekly Limitation on Enrollment: Ability to play classical guitar at high school performance level. A course designed to rehearse and perform guitar ensemble repertoire, chosen by the instructor and changing every semester. Historical and sociological context of the music being studied as well as correct performance of notes and rhythms will be explained in each rehearsal. Each semester, the guitar ensemble prepares music for public performance. Students take part in weekly rehearsals in which they learn how their own parts relate to other harmonies and rhythms occurring simultaneously. The instructor paces each rehearsal such that the performance at the end of the semester is of as high an artistic and technical standard as possible. (CSU, UC, AVC) ( R3)
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3.00 Credits
2 units 3 hours weekly Limitation on Enrollment: Audition required the first class meeting. The students must possess at least a high school level of proficiency playing one of the standard orchestral instruments, as well as a high school level knowledge of note reading and music fundamentals. The student must exhibit willingness to perform at other times and locations beyond the immediate context of the class. Beginning Orchestra combines with Intermediate and Advanced Orchestra classes to prepare music for public performance. Students study and perform orchestral repertoire from many traditions, including the European masterworks of the last five centuries, popular selections, American folk music, and world music. Students receive ensemble performance experience, training in instrumental technique, and music reading, and they gain a practical understanding of the diversity of musical styles. Students are required to obtain approved performance attire for public performances. (CSU, UC, AVC) ( R3)
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3.00 Credits
2 units 3 hours weekly Limitation on Enrollment: Audition required. Prerequisite: The student must have completed four semesters of MUS 166 playing a musical instrument. The student must exhibit willingness to perform at other times and locations beyond the immediate context of the class. Intermediate Orchestra combines with Beginning and Advanced Orchestra classes to prepare music for public performance. Students study and perform orchestral repertoire from many traditions, including the European masterworks of the last five centuries, popular selections, American folk music, and world music. Students receive ensemble performance experience, training in instrumental technique, and music reading, and they gain a practical understanding of the diversity of musical styles. Students are required to obtain approved performance attire for public performances. (CSU, UC, AVC) ( R3)
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