MUSC 2108 Concert Band

Description

Concert Band prepares students for performance of concert band and wind ensemble literature. Open to all students who play band instruments. Performances are given both on and off campus. One major performance each semester. Prerequisite: Audition.

Credits

1

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

Topics to be Covered

1. Rhythm, pitch, dynamics, and interpretation 

2. Performance Practices

3. Historical Context of selected concert band music

4. Collaboration: working as an ensemble to achieve a cohesive sound

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate technical and musical proficiency in ensemble performance

2. Analyze and interpret selected concert band literature

3. Engage in collaborative rehearsal practices

4. Articulate informed personal reactions to their own performances and those of their peers

5. Recognize historical and stylistic contexts

Credit Details

Lecture: 0

Lab: 1

OJT: 0

MnTC Goal Area(s): Goal Area 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts

Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal Area(s) and Competencies

Goal Area 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts

2. Understand those works as expressions of individual and human values within an historical and social context.

4. Engage in the creative process or interpretive performance.

5. Articulate an informed personal reaction to works in the arts and humanities.