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2.00 Credits
This class study of instrumental performance covers hand drumming techniques, bell and shaker patterns, development of specific Ghanaian polyrhythms, and the cultural context from which this music arises. Limited to fifteen students. (Fulfills arts requirement.) Fee: $55. Y. Addy
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1.00 Credits
Use of the singing voice. Study and application of the principles and techniques of singing: breathing, tone production, resonance and diction, pronunciation, articulation, intonation, attack of tone, legato and sostenuto, flexibility, dynamics, and phrasing. Repertory chosen to illustrate different stylistic periods. Students participate in a recital at the end of the semester. (MP181 and 182 fulfill arts requirement.) N. Davidsen
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2.00 Credits
For students with no special background in music or piano. Emphasis is on reading skills and development of keyboard technique. Fundamental concepts of music theory (rhythm, intervals, scales, chords, keys) will be included. (Fulfills arts requirement.) Non-liberal arts. C. A. Elze
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2.00 Credits
For students with some basic training in piano (audition required) or who have completed MP 191. Further development of music reading ability and technical skills, and development of a basic beginning repertoire. Prerequisite: MP191 or permission of the instructor. Non-liberal arts.
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2.00 Credits
For those with little or no guitar experience, this course is designed to prepare the student for private lessons. The course covers all aspects of guitar technique including scales, arpeggios, chords, and right hand styles. Musicianship skills including note and rhythm reading will be stressed. Each student must provide her or his own acoustic guitar.(Fulfills arts requirement.) Not for liberal arts credit. J. Brown
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2.00 Credits
Study of jazz piano voicings, scales, and modes for improvisation. Left-hand chording patterns, harmonic structures, and accompanying scales will be emphasized. Other areas of study will include diatonic and chromatic voice leading, phrasing and solo development, functional harmony, bass lines, and solo jazz piano technique. Class will read selected jazz charts and listen to and analyze contemporary and historical jazz pianists. (Fulfills arts requirement.) Not for liberal arts credit. J. Nazarenko
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1.00 Credits
Application of fundamental theoretical concepts at the keyboard. Functional skills to include control of simple diatonic and chromatic chordal harmony, independent voicing, modal and scalar patterns, elementary transposition, and sight-reading. Course materials are keyed to concepts covered in MU241 and 242. Successful completion of MP197 will satisfy the department's keyboard proficiency requirement for all music majors. Prerequisite: MU241 or permission of instructor. P. Baytelman
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1.00 Credits
Group instruction in instrumental performance areas, including jazz improvisation, not covered by MP181-188 or 191-197. To be announced when offered. Permission of instructor required. (Fulfills arts requirement.)
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2.00 Credits
This class study of instrumental performance builds on the skills and cultural knowledge acquired in MP 179 and covers more advanced hand drumming techniques, bell and shaker patterns, Ghanaian polyrhythms, and the cultural context from which this music arises. Limited to fifteen students. Prerequisite: MP179 and permission of the instructor. Fee: $55.
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1.00 Credits
A course/performing ensemble designed to equip singers with acting and movement skills for the stage. Classes and rehearsals will culminate in public performance of scenes or complete works from the opera/musical theater repertoire. Open by audition and interview only. (Fulfills arts requirement.) Not for liberal arts credit. A. Turner
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