CONCERT BAND SYLLABUS
Spring 2008

MUS 150.06 (0 credit) / 151.06 (1 credit)

Instructor / Conductor
Daniel Kiser
Music Building 112
Phone: 328-7154
E-mail: kiser@lrc.edu

Objectives
Concert Band is Lenoir-Rhyne College’s premier instrumental ensemble. The band rehearses once each week on Tuesday evenings, plus a dress rehearsal prior to each concert. The Concert Band rehearses and performs large band literature of a variety of styles and historical periods.

General Methodology
Concert Band is a performance ensemble and therefore relies primarily upon full ensemble rehearsals to prepare for performances. Students are expected to prepare their own parts individually, apart from rehearsals, and to prepare "pass off" exams periodically as announced in class. 

There will be "pass off" exams as follows. The exams will be evaluated for accuracy, intonation, musical expression and style. 

• February 11-15 - List "A" as announced in class.

• March 24-28 - List "B" as announced in class.

• April 7-11 - List "C" as announced in class.

Special Requirements—Concert Dress

Men: Black Tuxedo and cummerbund, Black shoes and socks, black bow tie, white tux shirt.

Women: Long (floor length) black dress with long sleeves. The back should be completely covered. Formal black slacks with a long sleeve black top is also appropriate. 

Fragrance: Colognes and perfumes are not appropriate for concerts.

Textbooks and Other Required Materials
The Concert Band will provide all music necessary. Students are expected to provide the following:

•  High quality, working instrument - Some instruments are available for loan; contact the instructor to inquire about college instruments.

• Metronome - Inexpensive, credit card style metronomes are available through many vendors.

• Electronic tuner - Smart Music® has an excellent tuner module built into the program. Regular and extensive access to a tuner is acceptable.

• Mutes - Students are expected to have or check out (when possible) the mutes designated in the repertoire for the semester.

Course Outline
A complete list of rehearsals and performances will be posted on the Concert Band web site at the beginning of the semester. 

Method of Evaluation
Students are evaluated based on their attendance, preparation for rehearsal, and attitude. Students are expected at all rehearsals and performances.

Attendance Policy
Attendance is required at all rehearsals and the semester concert. Students who must miss a rehearsal due to serious illness or family emergency should contact the instructor prior to the rehearsal. Work, campus clubs, and fraternity or sorority functions are not excusable. 

Unexcused absences will affect the course grade. Being late for rehearsal twice will affect the course grade. Dress rehearsals are required and may be extended to 10:00 or shortly thereafter, and attendance for the entire rehearsal is expected. Contact the instructor if you need an excuse for other evening courses.

Students missing the performance will receive a failing grade in the course. 

Rehearsal Requirements & Expectations

• Arrive in the rehearsal room at least 10 minutes prior to rehearsal

• Have all materials (reeds, music, mutes, accessories) prior to rehearsal time

• Maintain your instrument in a fully-functional condition

• Prepare (practice) your part fully prior to rehearsal. The purpose of rehearsal is to put all of the parts together; it is not for members to practice their own parts.

Permission to Record
On occasion, the Lenoir-Rhyne College Concert Band produces recordings that are available for general distribution. As this is a normal function of the Concert Band, students who participate automatically give their consent to have their performance included on recordings released by Lenoir-Rhyne College.

Teacher Licensure Indicators Addressed
Standard 1 - Indicator 2: Music teachers perform music expressively in various genres and styles.

Articulation with L-R Teacher Education Conceptual Framework
For students in the teacher licensure program in music, this course provides an underpinning in musical performance in the concert band medium. This experience will provide students with a model of effective rehearsal and with an example of how a conductor/teacher quickly assesses performance and provides instruction for improvement. It will also provide students with an exposure to the finest in concert band literature.

Lenoir-Rhyne Teacher Education Competencies
1.  Lenoir-Rhyne public school licensure candidates should know their content.
2.  Lenoir-Rhyne College public school licensure candidates should be reflective.

North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Standards
Standard 1: Teachers know the content they teach.
Standard 5: Teachers are reflective about their practice.

Academic Honesty
Academic dishonest will result in receiving an "F" in this course. For examples of infractions and possible academic disciplinary action, consult the college catalog.

Disabilities
If you have a disability or acquire one during a semester, contact the Director for Students with Disabilities located in the Cromer Center.  Students who have any disability, which might affect their academic performance in class, are encouraged to notify the instructor.