Chamber Music

Course Description

Group study and performance of selected chamber music literature/jazz combo literature (non-conducted) with emphasis on development of independent chamber music performance skills. Personnel and repertoire assigned by performance faculty. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor; Notes: May be repeated for credit when repertoire varies.

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 pedagogy 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
Lessons / Coachings 65%
Jury / Recital 25%
Attendance and Participation 10%

Grade

Percentage Letter Grade
93-100A
90-92A-
87-89B+
83-86B
80-82B-
77-79C+
73-76C
70-72C-
67-69D+
63-66D
60-62D-
below 60F

Attendance/Participation:

Attendance and Participation are graded components of this course.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

Students are required to purchase all digital/sheet music presented for performance/evaluation, and any equipment or accessories required for performance by the instructor.

Scholarly Perspectives

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