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0.50 Credits
Community Jazz Ensemble performs "big band" literature from the 1920's to contemporary styles. Students develop instrumental performance skills, and understanding of basic jazz theory, and jazz listening skills as they regularly evaluate their own and other's performances. Works for jazz ensemble are performed in consideration of their cultural/historical context. Regular attendance and concert attire are required. Ensemble performs in both concerts and dances throughout the year. An audition is required for proper placement. (2 lab)
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1.00 Credits
Collegiate Chorale is a performance-oriented course designed to study and rehearse/perform standard concert choir literature encompassing periods of music history from the Renaissance through Contemporary. Students develop skills in sight reading, music theory and vocal technique within the ensemble setting. Choir members evaluate music performed using recordings (video and audio) of concerts. In addition, members evaluate recorded examples of literature the choir is currently rehearsing. Each musical work is performed with consideration to its cultural/historical context. This course may be repeated for a maximum of four credits applicable toward graduation. (2 lab) ARTS
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0.50 Credits
Master Chorale is a community-based performance ensemble. This group performs with the Collegiate Chorale and is open to all singers without audition. Students will rehearse and perform a variety of choral works, including secular and sacred literature, choral masterworks, and possible choral/orchestral works. Performance attire is required. In addition to regular class time, performance time is required. (S/U grading only) (.5 lect.)
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2.00 Credits
Touring Ensemble is a performance-oriented class made up of select vocal and instrumental students. It combines vocal and instrumental jazz ensembles and tours through the state as representatives of CWC. Students develop instrumental performance skills, an understanding of basic jazz theory, and jazz listening skills as they regularly evaluate their own and other's performances. Works for jazz combo are performed in consideration of their cultural/historical context. Regular attendance and concert attire are required. This course may be repeated for a maximum of eight credits applicable toward graduation. An audition will be required. (4 lab)
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the international musical art form of rock music. It explores the origins of rock music and traces various style periods from the early years of Chuck Berry to The Dave Matthews band and its contemporaries. Students will learn how to listen to rock music from a casual, perceptive, and critical point of view. Major artists, styles, recordings, and developments will be covered. (3 lect.)HUM
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1.00 Credits
Symphony Orchestra (Fremont County Orchestra) is a performance-oriented course designed to study and rehearse/perform standard orchestral literature encompassing periods of music history from the Baroque through Contemporary. Students develop skills in sight reading, music theory, and instrumental technique within the ensemble setting. Orchestra members evaluate music performed using recordings (video and audio) of concerts. In addition, members evaluate recorded examples of literature the orchestra is currently rehearsing. Each musical work is performed with consideration to its cultural/historical context. Members of the Fremont County Orchestra perform on string, brass, woodwind and percussionist instruments. A maximum of four credits are applicable toward graduation. Prerequisites: An audition is required for placement purposes only. (.5 lect., 1 lab) ARTS
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1.00 Credits
Chamber Ensemble is a performance-oriented course designed to study and rehearse/ perform chamber music literature encompassing the Renaissance through Contemporary periods. Through the study of different periods and styles of music, students learn music theory, instrumental or vocal technique, and the cultural /historical context of chamber music. Students evaluate their skills through required video recordings of performances. Students should practice a minimum of four hours/week. An audition will be required for placement purposes only. (2 lab) ARTS
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1.00 Credits
Handbell Choir is a performance-oriented course designed to study and rehearse handbell literature employing proper ringing techniques and musicianship. This course may be repeated for a maximum of three credits applicable toward graduation. No music experience is required. (2 lab) ARTS
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0.50 Credits
Community Handbell choir is a performance-oriented course designed to study and rehearse handbell literature employing proper ringing techniques and musicianship. No music experience is required. For community members only. (S/U grading only)(2 lab)
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1.00 Credits
Piano Ensemble provides individualized piano instruction using multi-piano literature, including duets, piano concertos, and duo-piano compositions. Through the study of different periods, and styles of music, students learn music theory, piano technique, and the cultural/historical context of piano literature. Students evaluate their skills through required video recording of lessons, studio class and recital performances. Students should practice a minimum of 4 hours/week. A maximum of four credits are applicable towards graduation. An audition will be required for placement purposes only. (2 lab) ARTS
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