MUSC 146 - Symphony Orchestra

Credits: 1
Variable Credit Course: No

Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 22
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: Perform music from each of the Baroque, Classic, Romantic and contemporary periods. Students will advance in their understanding of large ensemble playing. Two and one-half hours per week is expected in ensemble practice, three hours of individual practice, and all dress rehearsals and concerts are required. Wind players are by auditions; string players should be adept at position work and fundamental techniques.

Prerequisite: None.
Strongly Recommended:
Special Requirements:

Meets FQE Requirement: No
Music Lesson: No
Elective Requirements: Fulfills Academic Electives
Integrative Experience Requirement: No

Student Learning Outcomes

To perform in an ensemble situation with attention given to tone quality, intonation, proper technique, good rhythm and musical style appropriate to particular musical period.

Course Contents

Standard orchestral literature including sacred works with soloists, contemporary literature, symphonic ??pops,?? and traditional repertory
Appropriate stylistic technique for a particular musical period
Proper performance attitude and etiquette
Communication through musical performance

Instructional Units: 1.5