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2022-2023 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MUS 121 - Concert Band II

1 Credits, 4 Contact Hours
0 lecture periods 4 lab periods

Continuation of MUS 120 . Includes interpretation of literature, mind and body control, scales, and ensemble performance.

Prerequisite(s): MUS 120  
Information: Students chosen by audition. May be taken two times for a maximum of two credit hours. If this course is repeated, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.
Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - FA; Meets - CTE - A&H.


Course Learning Outcomes
  1. Demonstrate intermediate interpretation of instrumental literature.  
  2. Demonstrate intermediate motor skills.
  3. Demonstrate rhythmic proportional knowledge at a high level.  
  4. Demonstrate proper ensemble techniques: balance, intonation, and timbres.
Outline:
  1. Interpretation of Literature
    1. Personal experiences of literature  
    2. Recognition of music as an art form  
    3. Compositional techniques
    4. Musical eras and styles
  2. Mind and Body Control
    1. Mental intensity towards objectives  
    2. Technical control over the instrument at high level
  3. Scales  
  4. Ensemble Performance
    1. Importance of good group dynamics
    2. Proper musical balance
    3. Art of aural perception, intonation, instrumental tendencies, proper embouchure, and tone production