MUSC 1441 Chamber Ensemble:
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
Major Topics
- Sight-reading
- Literature selection
- Rehearsal technique and etiquette
- Score analysis
- Performance practice
- Listen to and analyze music
Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. Describe and apply basic principles of music theory.
2. Perform using proper technique for the instrument or ensemble.
3. Select and perform literature appropriate to the level of ensemble proficiency.
4. Listen to and analyze a variety of styles and genre for the ensemble.
5. Evaluate music?s contribution toculture within its historical context.
6. Perform and discuss works representative of varied cultures and nationalities.
7. Perform and discuss works affiliated with varied gender and cultural identities.
Other Information
Any information placed here must be adhered to by all instructors:
Music studied by the student changes each semester, which gives the student opportunity to read, play, listen to and analyze music in different cultural / historical contexts. In addition students expand their abilities in each of these areas of music study.