Concert Band Syllabus for 2015-2016
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MUEN-1122-001 Concert Band

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Prerequisite: Instructor consent and audition

Course Description

Ensemble studying and performing literature for wind ensemble and concert band.

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COURSE SYLLABUS FOR CONCERT BAND (Amarillo Wind Ensemble)

MUEN 1121, 1122, 2121, 2122, MUSIC1022

PREREQUISITE: Basic proficiency on a woodwind, brass, or percussion instrument or consent of instructor.

PROFESSOR: R. Scott Beckett

 

TEMPORARY OFFICE LOCATION: MB311

 

OFFICE HOURS: By appointment (Skype available if needed)

 

OFFICE PHONE: 371-5351 (if working, please do not leave a message)

 

CAMPUS E-MAIL: rsbeckett@actx.edu  (BEST CONTACT METHOD)  (or e-mail through AC Online Course Shell)

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The Concert Band (Amarillo Wind Ensemble) is an ensemble studying and performing literature composed for various sizes of winds, brass, and percussion instrumentation.

SUPPLY LIST: Students are expected to have access to their own instrument (with the exception of percussion and the possible exception of certain woodwind and brass instruments). Certain instruments are available for use through Amarillo College on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please contact the instructor for more information.

 

STUDENT PERFORMANCE/LEARNING OUTCOMES: At the completion of the semester, the student will be able to:

1. Develop a better understanding of rhythm, and apply this skill to individual and ensemble playing.

2. Learn to better recognize correct intonation within the ensemble as related to the student’s personal performance.

3. Gain a greater understanding of musical style and historical context of the music performed this semester.

4. Participate in a fulfilling musical performance (2-3 concerts per semester)

ATTENDANCE POLICY: Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class (missing one rehearsal is, in reality, just like missing an entire week of class, missing a performance is like missing a major examination over 3 months of material). Notification of excused absences (subject to approval of instructor) must be made in advance of the class period being missed. You may contact me at the above e-mail address.  Missing rehearsal is not only detrimental to the student, but the section, band, and the director.  By registering in this course, you, the student, pledge the outmost of your abilities to the band, its director, and other authority figures appointed within the band.  Music Majors missing rehearsals will not be tolerated.

DISABILITY STATEMENT: Any student who, because of a disabling condition, may require some special arrangements in order to meet course requirements should contact Accessibility Services (SSC 125, Phone 371-5436) as soon as possible.

GRADING CRITERIA/GRADE SCALE

Class attendance and preparation 60% (course meets from 7-9pm and rehearsal begins at 7pm, so be in your section with your instrument, music, pencil and tuner ready to go.

Performance attendance 40%

Final Grade is based on the following scale:

A= 90-100%

B= 80-89%

C= 70-79%

D= 60-69%

F= Below 60%

REQUIRED EXAMINATIONS:

Performances are considered the equivalent of examinations. Attendance at all performances is required. (Subject to change due to personnel changes in college and scheduling)

 

Spring 2016:

      -      January 25^th, 2016 First Rehearsal

• March 14^th, 2016- Spring Break, No rehearsal
• (Tentative) April 4^th, 2016 Dress rehearsal Concert Hall 7pm
• (Tentative) April 11^th, 2016 Concert 7:30pm Concert Hall (Setup 6pm, Sound-check 6:30pm, Hall opens at 7pm)
• AC Graduation May 13^th, 2016: Band members arrive at 5:30pm for sound check (this is due to the lack of parking, so please be on time!). Concert begins around 6:30pm.Graduation is from 7-9pm (in most cases). This is our only fundraiser during the semester.Please, please, plan ahead because we need everyone there.Also, this is our most visible event in our community, so we must put on our best for this event.

 

 

QUESTIONS: This syllabus is only an outline of the course of study. If you should have any questions regarding any of the topics mentioned above, I will be happy to discuss them with you. No question is unimportant, and I look forward to working with you. Have a great semester!

 

The instructor reserves the right to alter the syllabus based on a continuing evaluation of the course.  The band structure and procedures may be changing this year based on the Professor and Band Council’s evaluations. If seating issues arise, please be prepared for an audition (non-pressure!) for ranking of chairs/players and possible designations for section leaders.