Chamber Music

Course Description

Group study and performance of selected chamber music literature/jazz combo literature (nonconducted) with emphasis on development of independent chamber music performance skills. Personnel and repertoire assigned by performance faculty. Prerequisite: By audition or permission of instructor; Note: May be repeated every semester provided different repertoire is selected.

Syllabus

Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

  • Demonstrate technical skills requisite for artistic self-expression in performance at a level appropriate for the particular music concentration.

  • Apply an overview understanding of the repertory to performances from a cross-section of that repertory.

  • Demonstrate the ability to sight read with fluency.

  • Demonstrate both general musicianship and a level of skill relevant to professional standards.

  • Develop a practical knowledge of collaborative, choral, and solo performance at a level appropriate to the degree.

  • Construct artistic/intellectual goals that are evident in their work.

Course Grading Information:

Activity/Performance Measure

Percentage/Points

Rehearsal Attendance

60%

Final Concert

25%

In-Class Performances

15%

Attendance/Participation:

Attendance and Participation are graded components of this course.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

No course materials are required.

Scholarly Perspectives

This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.