Percussion Ensemble
Mus., 151:12 (1 credit)   Mus. 150:12 (0 credit)

Fall 07’ Syllabus

Instructor / Director
Director Rick Cline, phone:327-9666, secretary: 320-2959, rickandsummer@charter.net

Objectives
To prepare you the student for the challenges percussion performance.

We will learn no less than 4 percussion  ensemble pieces in the span of one semester. 

The course will be taught as an ensemble with general explanations of instruments and playing techniques based on the required materials. 

General Methodology
The perc Ens. is a performance ensemble and therefore relies primarily upon full ensemble rehearsals to prepare for performances. Additionally, students are expected to prepare their own parts individually, apart from rehearsals.

Instruments
Students are not  expected to provide their own instruments but are expected to practice on a regular basis (see handbook)

Uniform
The perc. ens. wears black or dress clothing to every performance with khaki pants depending on weather and venue.

Course Outline
The perc  ens. rehearses twice a week and performs regularly on campus and in the public schools.  Students are expected to be prepared for each rehearsal and performance.

Method of Evaluation
Students are evaluated based upon their attendance, participation, and attitude.

Attendance
Attendance is strictly required at all rehearsals and performances. Students who must miss a rehearsal or a performance due to serious illness or family emergency should contact the instructor prior to the event. Work, campus clubs, and fraternity or sorority functions are not excusable. A student’s course grade will be lowered and the semester stipend reduced for each unexcused absence.

Academic Integrity Policy
Students are expected to comply with the college Academic Integrity Policy.

Practice areas:

The Band room is the main practice location, in addition to 2 rooms upstairs. Each student is expected to get a key for the band room and the cabinets to practice. There is to be no food or drinks in any of these areas.   Keys for these facilities can be found in the music secretary’s office.   Doors should be locked at all times when leaving.  You must fill out the practice schedule on the upstairs door for your regular practice time. 

Grading is based on attendance and prepardness for  rehearsals/ performances: 3 performances per semester ... details to follow.

Lenoir-Rhyne College
Applied Music (Percussion) Syllabus
Fall 2006

Instructor
Name: Rick Cline
Phone: 327-9666
E-mail: rickandsummer@charter.net

other numbers

LR office:  328-7147, 320-2959

Music Ctr.:  322-4366

Course Numbers
MUS 121.08, 122.08, 131.08, 132.08, 133.08, 331.08, 332.08, 333.08
MUS 121.08, 122.08, 131.08, 132.08, 133.08, 331.08, 332.08, 333.08

Course Credits
MUS 121.XX and 131.XX and 331.XX are 1 semester credit
MUS 122.XX and 132.XX and 332.XX are 2 semester credits
MUS 133.XX and 333.XX are 3 semester credits

Level
MUS 12X.XX are Prep Division Courses
MUS 13X.XX are Lower Division Courses
MUS 33X.XX are Upper Division Courses

Prerequisites
Audition is required for enrollment in Lower Division Applied Music. A successful Upper-Divisional Jury is required prior to enrollment in Upper Division Applied Music.

Objectives
To provide instruction in the musical, artistic, and technical aspects of musical performance.

General Methodology--Weekly Lessons
Weekly private lessons will be scheduled. In preparation for these lessons students will study exercises, scales, etudes, methods, solo literature, and orchestral excerpts. Daily individual practice sessions should be maintained in accordance with the Music Student Handbook. Five hours per week in individual practice time is expected for each semester credit.

Special Requirements
Students in Lower Division and Upper Division Applied Music courses are required to perform once each semester on a Friday morning student recital. Additionally, students are required to perform a Jury Exam (final graded performance) that will be weighted as 20% of the final course grade. First semester students may be exempted from the Jury Exam at the discretion of the professor.

Textbooks and Other Required Materials
Students are expected to purchase etude books and solo literature as appropriate. Specific assignments will be made by the professor throughout the semester.

Course Outline
Because Applied Music courses provide individual instruction, each student will follow an individual plan specifically designed for him/her. In general, students will be expected to prepare technical exercises, lyrical studies, and solo literature for each lesson. As students progress and gain technical proficiency greater emphasis will be placed on the preparation of solo literature and on public performance.

Specific assignments will be given each week at the conclusion of the lesson. Students are then expected to prepare this literature for the following week’s lesson.

Method of Evaluation
Students will be evaluated on their preparation for each lesson, consistency of progress during the semester, amount and difficulty of literature prepared and performed, Friday morning recital performances, Jury Exam, and general attitude. Occasionally, outside master classes, studio classes, and workshops are required. These will be announced well in advance of the event.

Recital Attendance
Students enrolled in Applied Music are required to attend designated events as specified in the Music Student Handbook. Failure to meet the Recital Attendance requirement will result in a lowering of the semester course grade by one letter.

Attendance Policy
Students are expected to prepare for and attend 14 private lessons during the semester. Students who must miss a lesson should contact the professor prior to that lesson and schedule an alternate time. Work schedules, fraternity/sorority functions, and similar reasons are generally not excusable.

Academic Integrity Policy
Students are expected to comply with the college Academic Integrity Policy.

North Carolina Teacher Education Competencies

  1.1  The ability to use a knowledge of music history and theory to enlarge the student’s understanding of music and the evolution and characteristics of styles.

  1.2     A knowledge of music literature suitable for various age levels and the ability to select music appropriate for the ensemble and/or individual student.

  1.3     A knowledge of basic music vocabulary/terminology essential to the teaching of music in the schools, K-12.

  1.4     The ability to use and the knowledge of the importance and nature of the music of various world cultures, including American music, (black, folk, jazz, musical theatre, music of North Carolina composers, and 20^th Century music.)

  2.1     A broad musical background based on a comprehensive understanding of music, and the ability to integrate this understanding into artistic music expression.

  2.2     Major solo performance capability in at least one medium, as well as minor performance capability.

  4.11   Practical approaches to the teaching of music reading and the ability to adapt these approaches to children of varied ages and ability levels.

  4.14   The ability to convey to students creative approaches to the study and performance of music which will enable them to become consumers as well as performers of music.

  4.16   The ability to evaluate musical performance and student work and to involve students in the evaluative process.

  5.8     An understanding and respect for other arts disciplines.

  5.11   A recognition of the need for a vital and diversified music curriculum in the schools which will encourage continued musical growth and involvement beyond the years of formal education.

  5.12   A recognition of the value and role of out-of-school music participation.