MUSC 265 Instrumental Lab IV. 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 264 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
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.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. Reading
14. Reading
15. Final ExamAssessment
| 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
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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.