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Course Criteria
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1.00 - 12.00 Credits
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3.00 Credits
A detailed survey of the art of music, covering the history of musical styles through the study of composers, their works and pertinent historical relationships. Periods include the origins of music, Greek music systems and thought, church liturgy, and Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo, pre-classical and classical music.
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3.00 Credits
A detailed survey of the art of music from the Romantic Period to the present, including Impressionism, Atonalism, Verism, "Neoclassicism," Expressionism, serial music, aleatory music, electronic techniques and the influence of folk and popular music. The course covers the study of composers, their works and pertinent historical relationships.
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3.00 Credits
This course combines a look at the historical development of jazz in America (including a stylistic examination of such major figures as Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, and John Coltrane) with a discussion of various critical issues pertaining to its evolution and how it expresses and illuminates aspects of American history and culture. Students will sharpen their appreciation and understanding of historically important styles of jazz and develop an awareness of how the music and its performers have contributed to and reflected America's ongoing social and cultural development. Meets Part III of the GECC.
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3.00 Credits
An interdisciplinary study of the evolution of rock music from 1950 to the present, with attention to the social climate of this period. Social issues examined include rock 'n' roll and racism, the hippie culture, technological advances, economic forces and the political climate. Students study a specific rock style as a field project. Open to all students; previous background or experience in musical study and performance is not required. Meets Part III of the GECC.
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2.00 Credits
Students in the course will receive a thorough grounding in the structure and function of the vocal mechanism, combined with a survey of the standard pedagogical approaches to healthy phonation and singing technique. Special emphasis will be given to the particular psychological and technical problems manifested by children in various stages of development. The net gain from this course will be the ability to deal more effectively and efficiently with young voices, resulting in a significant improvement in the sound of one's choral ensembles.
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2.00 Credits
The study and performance of choral literature written for vocal ensembles of all sizes. Literature studied spans all historical periods and styles from the early Renaissance through the 20th century. May be repeated for credit.
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3.00 Credits
Students learn to write in styles from Baroque to Contemporary. During the latter part of the class, the development of personal style is stressed, and students often meet with the instructor on a one-to-one basis.
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3.00 Credits
A study of techniques in writing for the common instruments found in a band. Emphasis is on the trumpet, trombone, saxophone and rhythm section instruments. Students learn the correct notation for each of the above. Other topics include music copying, two-part writing, and arranging for the small combo. Written arrangements are required.
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3.00 Credits
A survey of teaching methods for music in the elementary school classroom through singing, playing, movement and listening experiences. Emphasis on the child's voice and on the development of creative educational materials. Students also learn about special instructional techniques, including the Orff, Kodaly and Delcroze methods.
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