MUSC 137 - Choir

Credits: 2
Variable Credit Course: No

Lecture Hours: 22
Lab Hours: 11
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: Performance of standard choral music including works from non-Western cultures.

Prerequisite: Grade of 2.0 or higher in ENGL 097, or EAP 098, or appropriate test score.
Distribution Requirements:

Humanities Distribution Requirement

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

Student Learning Outcomes

Sing the notes of several compositions, with and without accompaniment, in performance.
Demonstrate improvement in music reading ability through practice, performance, and individual and group assessment.
Demonstrate increased independence and leadership in singing part music through individual/group practice and assessments supported by teacher observation.

Course Contents

Basics of ensemble singing.
Correct pronunciation of sung texts.
Music compositions for performance.
Performance practice of various musical styles.
The cultural context of music.

Instructional Units: 2.75