Individual Music Study (Instrumental & Vocal) II

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Course
MUSC 1256
Discontinued
No
Course code
MUSC 1256
Descriptive
Individual Music Study (Instrumental & Vocal) II
Department
Music
Faculty
Language, Literature & Performing Arts
Credits
2.00
Start date
End term
201530
PLAR
No
Semester length
15 weeks
Max class size
N/A
Contact hours
½ hour per week for 12 weeks
Method(s) of instruction
Lecture
Learning activities

The student will receive one-half hour of private instruction per week for 12 weeks and will be expected to practise adequately as specified by the instructor.

Course description
The interpretation and performance of repertoire, technical requirements and, for instruments only, sight reading will be studied on an individual basis. Open to Basic Musicianship students only.
Course content
  1. Technique
    • Wind Instruments
      • Scales:
        • Major and minor (natural, harmonic and melodic) keys, at the discretion of the instructor.
        • One octave.
        • In eighth notes at MM quarter note = 60.
        • Articulations:
          • all tongued
          • slur 2
          • slur 2, tongue 2
          • tongue 2, slur 2
          • slur 4
      • Arpeggios:
        • Major and minor keys, at the discretion of the instructor.
        • One octave.
        • In eighth note triplets at MM quarter note = 60.
        • Articulations:
          • all tongued
          • slur 3
          • slur 2, tongue 1
          • tongue 1, slur 2
    • Guitar
      • Scales:
        • Major, melodic minor and harmonic minor, at the discretion of the instructor.
        • In eighth note triplets and in sixteenth notes at MM quarter note = 60.
      • Cadences:
        • Each scale should end with a I-IV-V-I cadence in quarter notes.
    • Electric Bass Guitar
      • Scales:
        • Major and minor keys, at the discretion of the instructor.
        • One or two octaves at the discretion of the instructor.
        • In eighth notes at MM quarter = 60.
      • Arpeggios:
        • Major and minor keys, at the discretion of the instructor.
        • One or two octaves and in different inversions at the discretion of the instructor.
        • In eighth notes at MM quarter = 60.
    • Voice
      • Building on first term fundamentals using exercises to build consistency in vocal flexibility, strength, vowel purity, range, tonal quality.
      • Lay agroundwork for interpretation and expression.
      • Introduce language variety, i.e., Italian, German, French (pronunciation, translation, interpretation).
      • Application of the technique to repertoire.
    • Percussion
      • Snare Drum: All 26 rudiments from National Association of Rudimental Drummers (N.A.R.D.) plus material from Goldenberg: Modern School for Snare Drum.
      • Mallet Instruments:
        • Scales:
          • All major and minor (harmonic, melodic, natural) keys.
          • Two octaves.
          • In eighth notes at MM quarter note= 80.
          • Chromatic in sixteenth notes at MM quarter note = 60.
        • Arpeggios:
          • All major and minor keys.
          • Two octaves.
          • In eighth notes at MM quarter note = 70.
        • Selected etudes from Goldenberg: Modern School for Xylophone.
    • String Instruments
      • Scales:
        • Major and minor (melodic) keys, at the discretion of the instructor.
        • One octave.
        • Eighth notes at MM quarter note = 80.
        • Détaché, staccato, and two notes per bow.
      • Arpeggios:
        • Major and minor keys, at the discretion of the instructor.
        • One octave.
        • Separate bows.
  2. Studies, Etudes or Exercises
    • At least two to be selected by the instructor.
  3. Repertoire
    • At least two pieces to be selected by the instructor and the student. Stylistic variety should be considered.
  4. Sight Reading
    • Instruments Only
    • Materials of appropriate complexity in terms of key, rhythm, range and style are to be selected by the  instructor. The student will demonstrate accuracy and an understanding of the musical features and characteristics.
  5. Other Materials
    • Orchestral excerpts, transcriptions, special techniques, transposition, improvisation, etc., to be introduced at the discretion of the instructor.
  6. Performance and Attendance at Recitals and Masterclasses.
    • Students are required to perform in at least one student recital and/or masterclass, at the discretion of the instructor.
    • Students are required to attend all Arts at One concerts and all masterclasses that are required by their instructor.
Learning outcomes

The successful student will learn the interpretation and performance of repertoire, technical requirements and sight reading as outlined in the Course Content.

Means of assessment

70% of the total mark will be allotted by the instructor on the basis of weekly achievement in the various aspects of the course. This will be recorded by the instructor at the conclusion of each lesson. Factors to be considered are progress, punctuality and attendance, musicianship and completion of the minimum requirements.

30% of the total mark will be based on a jury examination conducted by two members of the music faculty.

Up to 10% of the total mark will be deducted for unfulfilled participation in recitals and masterclasses.
The following explains the grading calculation:

  • 5% is deducted for failure to perform, at the discretion of the instructor.
  • 1% is deducted for each absence from the Arts at One concert series.
  • If a student has not attended the required number of masterclasses, 1% is deducted for each absence.
  • 1% is added for each additional performance and/or accompaniment above the minimum. This addition will only offset marks that have been deducted.
Textbook materials

The instructor will recommend suitable materials.

Prerequisites

MUSC 1156

Corequisites

Full Basic Musicianship Program