MUSC 264 Instrumental Lab III. This course is designed to help students develop instrumental skills. Grouped by instrument, students learn the fundamentals of reading, articulation, balance, dynamics, styles and technique as related to their particular instrument. This course is taught "instrument-in-hand" and also uses audio and visual aids to explore different techniques and styles. A requirement in all majors, students have weekly assignments.
Prerequisites: MUSC 163 with a minimum grade of 70%
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 15 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lab (lab, field, computer) | 1 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Read and perform music at an intermediate level
- Develop technique on their instrument
- Develop stylistic interpretations
Teaching and Learning Approach
Drum labs will help students develop a foundation of necessary & practical skills that every professional musician
should acquire. Some of these skills include: sight reading development and interpretation on the drum set,
styles & genres (feels & grooves), listening skills, drumming history & influential figures, and snare drum
technique and applications. The history of drumming will also be explored through Western, Latin, and African
drumming traditions.Learning Resources
Required:
Drum Lab Guidebook available in the 10th Street Bookstore or from the course Instructor. Please also bring a
practice drum pad with sticks or brushes as needed, and a pencil & paper to take any notes.
Recommended:
The books Syncopation (Ted Reed) and Stick Control (George Lawrence Stone) are highly recommended for the
serious drummer.Detailed Course Content, Topics, and Sequence Covered
1. Introduction, Reading Strategies, Practice Techniques
2. Reading
3. Reading
4. Reading
5. Reading
6. Reading
7. Midterm Exam
8. Reading
9. Reading
10. Reading
11. Reading
12. Reading
13. Review for Final
14. Final Exams
15. Review of FinalAssessment
| Title | Learning Outcomes | Value |
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| Weekly Practice of Assigned Materials, Attendance & Participation | 1,2,3 | 50% |
| Midterm Proficiency Exam | 1,2,3 | 20% |
| Final Proficiency Exam | 1,2,3 | 30% |
| Total | 100% |
Grading Table
Standard Contemporary Music and Technology Program Grading Table
| Percentage | Letter Grade | GPA |
| 97 - 100 | A+ | 4.33 |
| 94 - 96.9 | A | 4.00 |
| 90 - 93.9 | A- | 3.67 |
| 87 - 89.9 | B+ | 3.33 |
| 83 - 86.9 | B | 3.00 |
| 80 - 82.9 | B- | 2.67 |
| 77 - 79.9 | C+ | 2.33 |
| 73 - 76.9 | C | 2.00 |
| 70 - 72.9 | C- | 1.67 |
| 60 - 69.9 | P | 1.00 |
| Less than 60% | F | 0.00 |
| Did not withdraw | DNW | 0.00 |
See the Academic Calendar for General Information including how to withdraw from course(s) and other regulations.
Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.