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Course Criteria
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2.00 Credits
1782, 2772, 2782 Voice for Music Majors I, II, III, IV, (2 cr.) These courses are for full-time students who are music majors. Students taking these courses must also register for Chorus. Music majors with an emphasis in voice will have a one hour lesson each week with a minimum of 10 hours practice weekly. Music majors taking voice as a secondary instrument will be given an audition at the beginning of the semester and must then have permission of the instructor. Those music majors with emphasis in an instrument other than voice will have a one hour lesson each week with a minimum of 7 hours practice weekly. All students taking these classes are required to complete a performance exam at the end of the semester. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Co-requisite: MUO 1212, 1222, 2212, or 2222.
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3.00 Credits
1882, 2872, 2882 Woodwinds Designed for full-time students, this study is for string, brass, percussion or woodwind instrument as a major instrument. Students take a minimum of two half-hour lessons each week or one hour lesson each week and spend a minimum of 10 hours practice each week. An audition is necessary for admission to this course. A performance exam is required at the end of semester. 1 hour lesson, 10 hours practice
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1.00 Credits
1121, 2111, 2121 Concert Band I, II, III, IV, 1 cr. Students practice brass, woodwind or percussion instruments in a large ensemble. This course involves the study and performance of standard and contemporary works from concert band literature. Admission is by audition or permission of the instructor and is open to high school, college students and community members. Students meet three hours each week for practice. 3 hours lab
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1.00 Credits
1151, 2141, 2151 Instrumental Ensemble, 1 cr. This course involves study and performance of musical compositions for various kinds of instrumental ensembles. This class is recommended for students interested in performance experiences in small groups of woodwind, brass, or percussion instruments. Admission is by permission of the instructor. Practice is two hours each week. 2 hours lab
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2.00 Credits
1152, 2142, 2152 Small Band Group I, II, III, IV, 2 cr. Students are selected for this group on the basis of playing ability. Auditions are held in the spring for the following school year. The group rehearses a minimum of 4 hours each week. This live band serves as a rhythm section which performs popular music with the vocal group "The Dimensions."
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1.00 Credits
1181, 2171, 2181 Stage Band I, II, III, IV, 1 cr. This is a study of the techniques and styles of playing the popular music of jazz, dance and cinema through rehearsal and performance. Admission is by audition or permission of the instructor. Students meet for two hours practice each week and perform in the MCC Jazz Band. 2 hours lab
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2.00 Credits
1222, 2212, 2222 Chorus I, II, III, IV, (2 cr.) The MCC Chorus provides opportunities for students to develop their musical potential and aesthetic understanding through singing in a choral ensemble. Study includes instruction in healthy vocal technique, team work, and desirable ensemble attributes: intonation, blend, balance, appropriate tone quality, and critical listening. Students will strengthen their ability to analyze and evaluate music and music performances. Students will rehearse, discuss, and perform choral repertoire of various genres. Attention will also be given to relating their music experiences to personal development. No prerequisite course required. The MCC Chorus meets four hours each week.
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2.00 Credits
1252, 2242, 2252 Small Singing Group I, II, III, IV, 2 cr. The Dimensions is Meridian Community College's high-energy show group. Performing an exciting, visual program of song-and-dance routines, the Dimensions provide entertainment for many campus and community events. Their repertoire consists of various musical styles including pop, Motown, and classic rock. The group performs with a live band. Students are selected each spring by audition on the basis of vocal ability and stage presence. The group rehearses a minimum of 7 hours each week.
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1.00 Credits
1351, 2341, 2351 Jazz Improvisation, 1 cr. In an ensemble setting, the student will study combining scales/chords, developing creativity, fundamentals of improvisation, basic blues scales, practical exercises/patterns and licks, combined with tunes for the standard repertoire of the working jazz musician. 3 hours lecture
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3.00 Credits
A listening course designed to give the student understanding and appreciation of serious music in western culture from the Middle Ages through the present day. Musical understanding is developed through the introduction of style and form. Satisfies 3-credit hours of Fine Arts in AA and AAS Core. 3 hours lecture
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