Course Description
Topics include advanced non-verbal and gestural communication concepts, methods of score study, self-evaluation and reflection, critical listening, and application of leadership skills and rehearsal techniques in varied performance settings. Prerequisite: MUE 472 or equivalent; Music majors only.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Students will develop the expressive use of gesture and non-verbal communication.
- Students will develop the ability to analyze, internalize, and prepare a score.
- Students will form skills for self-evaluation based on physical awareness, aural feedback, and video review.
- Students will cultivate critical thinking and leadership skills within the context of an ensemble rehearsal or educational environment.
- Students will identify a larger body of quality instrumental literature.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Assignments | 20% |
| Quizzes | 15% |
| Repertoire Packet | 15% |
| Exams | 40% |
| Final Exam | 10% |
Grading Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 100–93 | A |
| 92.9–90 | A- |
| 89.9–89 | B+ |
| 88.9–83 | B |
| 82.9–80 | B- |
| 79.9–79 | C+ |
| 78.9–70 | C |
| 69.9–0 | F |
Attendance/Participation:
Attendance and Participation are graded components of this course.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
- Haithcock, Geraldi, Doyle, Schwiebert - The Elements of Expressive Conducting
- Baton and case
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.