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Applied Music Instruction for the Non-Music Major


Course Description

Applied music instruction (instrumental or vocal) offered at all levels through enrollment in the University of Georgia Community Music School.


Athena Title

Applied Music for Non Major


Non-Traditional Format

Weekly vocal or instrumental one-on-one applied instruction with seminar.


Prerequisite

Permission of department


Semester Course Offered

Offered fall and spring


Grading System

A - F (Traditional)


Course Objectives

Students will demonstrate: * knowledge of the acoustical properties of the instrument/voice; * ability to perform selected repertoire with correct technique and style; * knowledge of the historical and cultural context of selected repertoire; * ability to discuss/critique musical performance; * ability to write in the language of the discipline.


Topical Outline

* Acoustical properties of the instrument/voice * Performance techniques appropriate to the instrument * Musical style * Performance practice * Musical expressiveness * Stage presence * Writing points: reporting and critique


Syllabus