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  • 3.00 Credits

    Catalog Description Elements, styles, and forms of music, from the listener's standpoint. Focus on classical music literature. Concert attendance and written critique required for two live performances during semester. (3 hrs. lect.) Student Learning Outcomes Identify masterpieces of classical music repertoire. Distinguish the essential compositional characteristics of the several stylistic periods in music/art history and representative composers from each period, which help place unfamiliar repertoire into familiar periods. Contrast/compare music of any type (i.e., classical, popular, ethnic, seasonal) for texture, form, melodic contour, harmonic orientation and time of composition. Compare/contrast the live performances seen during the semester. Define the elements that make up classical performance tradition and etiquette. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DH Resources Music Current Syllabus none currently available Past Syllabi None
  • 3.00 Credits

    Catalog Description Music as organized sound and as a cultural object. Role of music in various societies: ancient and modern, sophisticated and non-sophisticated, child and adult, Western and non-Western. Representative styles and regional characteristics viewed in terms of musical characteristics and related cultural factors; a conceptual introduction to music and culture. Attendance at one ethnic performance is required. (3 hrs. lect.) Student Learning Outcomes Describe the role of music in different cultures. Describe the distinctive aural features and music aesthetics of a music culture. Describe the historical, religious, social, and political aspects of a society that contribute to the development of a music culture. Affirm the validity of other music traditions. Contrast/compare one's own music within the broader context of other music traditions. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DH Resources Music Current Syllabus none currently available Past Syllabi None
  • 3.00 Credits

    Catalog Description A music theory course. Emphasis on learning basic concepts involved in reading and writing music. Application of concepts in learning simple skills necessary for playing three musical instruments. Student will complete one level of TAP (MUS 101) and may take MUS 101 for credit. (3 hrs. lect.) Student Learning Outcomes Identify and write the basic components of Western music notation. Apply basic theoretical components of Western music notation to written examples of music. Notate and read basic melodic and rhythmic patterns in both simple and compound meters. Use the components of music in both the performance and creation of music. Compose and harmonize two melodies of at least 32 measures. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DA Resources Music Current Syllabus not taught this semester Past Syllabi Fall 2007 - taught by Gloria Faltstrom
  • 1.00 Credits

    Catalog Description Rehearsal and performance of classical, popular, and Polynesian/ethnic choral literature. Elementary Polynesian dance may be included as part of performance. Open to all students. No previous choral experience required. Extra curricular concert attendance required. Students will complete one level of MusicLab Melody (8 modules of 10 quizzes each) and are encouraged to also take MUS 101 for credit. May be repeated; up to 7 credits applicable toward A.A. degree. (3 hrs. rehearsal) Student Learning Outcomes Read pitch and rhythmic notation in simple choral parts. Learn choral parts using basic music elements. Demonstrate the importance of ensemble singing in terms of musicianship and performance practice by learning all choral parts thoroughly and attending all rehearsals and performances. Experience the transformative nature of choral performance in the human experience. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DA Resources Voice Current Syllabus Spring, 2009 (60158) - taught by Gloria Faltstrom Past Syllabi Fall, 2008 - taught by Gloria Faltstrom Spring, 2008 - taught by Gloria Faltstrom
  • 2.00 Credits

    Catalog Description Performance class designed for students with little or no vocal experience. Deals with vocal production and literature for voice. Students will complete one level of MusicLab Melody (8 modules of 10 quizzes each) and are encouraged to also take MUS 101 for credit. May be repeated up to 4 credits; 2 credits applicable toward A.A. degree. (3 hrs. lect./studio) Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate basic vocal techniques of physical alignment, breath support, breath control, and tone production in performances of several songs. Apply basic concepts of rhythm and pitch accuracy in performances. Employ basic concepts of sight reading in learning music for performance. Perform in class and the semester recital with some confidence. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DA Resources Voice Current Syllabus Spring, 2009 (60159) - taught by Gloria Faltstrom Past Syllabi Fall, 2008 Outline - taught by Gloria Faltstrom Spring, 2008 - taught by Gloria Faltstrom
  • 2.00 Credits

    Catalog Description Basic principles of performance. Relevant problems in piano literature at elementary level. Students will complete one level of MusicLab Melody (8 modules of 10 quizzes each) and are encouraged to also take MUS 101 for credit. May be repeated up to 6 credits; 2 credits applicable toward A.A. degree. (3 hrs. lect./studio) Student Learning Outcomes Identify and write the basic concepts of music notation. Demonstrate knowledge of basic concepts in accurate performances. Demonstrate knowledge of the history of piano development. Perform in class and the semester recital with some confidence. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DA Resources Piano Current Syllabus Spring, 2009 (60160) - taught by Gloria Faltstrom Past Syllabi Fall, 2008 - taught by Gloria Faltstrom Spring, 2008 - taught by Gloria Faltstrom
  • 1.00 Credits

    Catalog Description Basic principles of classical guitar performance; relevant problems in literature. Repeatable up to 2 credits, 2 credits applicable toward A.A. degree. (4 hrs. studio-8 wk. term) Student Learning Outcomes Identify and write the basic concepts of music notation. Apply knowledge of basic concepts in accurate performances. Demonstrate knowledge of the history of classical guitar development. Perform with growing confidence in class performances. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DA Resources Guitar Current Syllabus none currently available Past Syllabi None
  • 1.00 Credits

    Catalog Description Basic principles of performance; relevant problems in literature. Student learns to play two G tunings. This course is intended for students with little or no background in this style of guitar playing. Ability to read music is not required. (4 hrs. studio-8 wk. term) Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate knowledge of the history of slack key guitar development. Apply knowledge of basic concepts in accurate performances. Use knowledge of slack key techniques and music concepts (music theory) to complete in-class recitals. Perform with growing confidence in class performances. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DA Academic Subject Certificate in Hawaiian Studies Resources Guitar Current Syllabus none currently available Past Syllabi None
  • 1.00 Credits

    Catalog Description Basic principles of performance; relevant problems in literature. Introductory course in ukulele. Focus on principles of performance. Course is intended for students with little or no experience in playing the ukulele. (1 hr. lect., 4 hrs. studio-8 wk. term) Student Learning Outcomes Demonstrate knowledge of the history of 'ukulele development. Apply knowledge of basic concepts in accurate performances. Strum chords for three (3) Hawaiian songs (in different keys) that demonstrate an understanding of major scale (music theory) applications. Perform with growing confidence in class performances. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DA Academic Subject Certificate in Hawaiian Studies Resources Hawaiian Music Ukulele Current Syllabus none currently available Past Syllabi None
  • 2.00 Credits

    Catalog Description Performance class designed for students with previous vocal experience or training. Deals with vocal production and literature for voice. Students will complete one level of MusicLab Melody (8 modules of 10 quizzes each) and are encouraged to also take MUS 101 for credit. May be repeated up to 4 credits; 2 credits applicable toward A.A. degree. (3 hrs. lect./studio) Prerequisite: Credit for MUS 121B or consent of instructor. Student Learning Outcomes Discuss the origin and development of vocal music. Demonstrate intermediate level vocal techniques of diction, tone production, and breath control in performance situations. Sight read and learn music at an intermediate level. Perform with greater confidence in public performances. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DA Resources Voice Current Syllabus Spring, 2009 (60162) - taught by Gloria Faltstrom Past Syllabi Fall, 2008 - taught by Gloria Faltstrom Spring, 2008 - taught by Gloria Faltstrom
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