2 hrs per week as follows:
Weeks 1-2: Seminar/tutorial
Weeks 3-5: Field experience (Worksite #1)
Weeks 6-8: Seminar/tutorial and field trip to Capilano University
Weeks 9-11: Field experience (Worksite #2)
Weeks 12 to end of term: Seminar/tutorial
The instructor will organize the worksite placements and field trip.
The on-site supervisors will provide tasks, supervise and give feedback on student playing and singing.
The instructor will meet with students individually and in class to discuss on-site plans and provide suggestions and feedback.
A. During On-Site Experiences
Successful students will:
- follow instruction and guidance from the worksite supervisor.
- play repertoire at the worksite using guitar and voice.
- wear attire appropriate to the setting.
- employ methods of active engagement.
- behave in an empathetic and respectful manner.
- learn to speak with the audience.
- keep a journal of worksite experiences and reflections, from which to draw when preparing the self-evaluation report at the completion of the field experience.
- assume responsibility for contacting the instructor and the worksite supervisor if issues or concerns arise.
B. In Class
Successful students will:
- further develop and demonstrate repertoire appropriate to setting.
- incorporate instructor feedback for continued learning.
- demonstrate musical progress as part of ongoing evaluation.
- participate in group discussions and ensemble work.
- further develop insight into client populations and the effectiveness of music.
C. After the On-Site Experiences
Successful students will:
- arrange for a meeting with the instructor.
- submit written work as assigned (e.g. self-evaluation report, journal, etc.).
By the end of this course, the successful student will be able to:
- apply guitar and vocal skills appropriately on-site.
- acquire and memorize appropriate worksite song material.
- demonstrate understanding of a music therapist's role in the workplace.
- engage musically in a group setting, with confidence.
Students will be evaluated on the basis of Mastery / Non-mastery.
- The instructor, in consultation with the worksite supervisors, will evaluate the student's attendance, musicianship, and participation / professionalism. Written and practical assignments will be given to evaluate student progress.
- The following must be completed to receive a Mastery grade:
- a minimum of twelve (12) hours of successful field experience
- satisfactory participation as outlined by the instructor
- assignment completion (including self-evaluation reports)
Required materials will include the following:
- Guitar
- Songbook package
- Guitar strap
- Portable music stand
- Plectrums
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