Course Description
Performance of a wide variety of original compositions and transcriptions written for band.
Additional Requirements for Graduate Students:
Graduate students will be expected:
* to demonstrate a high level of technical proficiency and
musicianship in the context of the ensemble;
* to exercise leadership in sectional rehearsals.
Athena Title
SYMPHONIC BAND
Prerequisite
Permission of department
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall and spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
The students will be able: * to demonstrate an appropriate level of technical facility to perform standard repertoire; * demonstrate musicianship appropriate for large ensemble performance; * perform varied repertoire in the context of a large ensemble; * demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of selected repertoire.
Topical Outline
* Criteria for successful ensemble performance * Quality tone for individual performers and the ensemble * Ensemble and individual musicianship * Analysis, study, and preparation of a broad range of repertoire
Syllabus