MUS 157 - Vocal Jazz Ensemble
Last Date of Approval: Spring 2021
1 Credits
Total Lecture Hours: 0
Total Lab Hours: 30
Course Description:
This course involves the study and performance of vocal literature, with emphasis placed on, but not limited to, jazz literature. The design of the course and ensemble will be subject to voicing and performance abilities of available personnel. This course helps students build confidence in public presentation and enhance their personal responsibility to a larger group effort, consider the viewpoints of others, and effectively express themselves, all of which will benefit them in the classroom, in life, and in the workforce. A minimum of two (2) rehearsals per week. Maximum credit of four (4) semester hours.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: None
Mode(s) of Instruction: traditional/face-to-face
Credit for Prior Learning: There are no Credit for Prior Learning opportunities for this course.
Course Fees: None
Common Course Assessment(s): None
Student Learning Outcomes and Objectives:
- Learn and use a vocabulary specific to music.
- Further develop competencies in basic musicianship.
- Further develop competencies in vocal jazz and improvisational technique.
- Develop appreciation and skills needed to perform a variety of musical styles and genres with emphasis on vocal jazz.
- Develop work-place skills pertinent to any profession.
- Gain knowledge for assessing the aesthetic qualities of music.
- Develop critical thinking skills.
- Experience contributing time and talent to the college and the community
Course Objectives:
1. Demonstrate and apply knowledge of all musical terms in performance practice.
2. Maintain a proper posture in both rehearsal and performance.
3. Demonstrate knowledge and application of controlled breathing techniques.
4. Maintain a high level of poise and showmanship during all rehearsals and performances.
5. Apply knowledge of musical style in the performance of varying musical genres.
6. Attend a wide variety of cultural offerings in and out of the community.
7. Participate in informal discussion critiques.
8. Routinely assess effectiveness and quality of ensemble performance.
9. Perform at various college and community functions.
10. Present self/ensemble in a positive image
11. Daily assess own contribution to the ensemble
12. Practice effective work habits: Exhibit positive work attitude. Accept responsibility. Cooperate with others. Communicate effectively to maintain working relationships. Practice ethical behavior. Discuss and create alternative solutions to problems or situations that arise.
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