Chamber Choir Syllabus for 2016-2017
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Course

MUEN-1151-001 Chamber Choir

Prerequisites

Course Description

Smaller choral groups performing various styles of music depending upon the particular ensemble, such as vocal jazz, men's chorus, chamber ensemble, etc.

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Department Expectations

The National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) and the Performing Arts Medicine Association (PAMA) have developed a comprehensive overview of neuromusculoskeletal, vocal and hearing health issues for postsecondary schools and departments of music.  Information of a medical nature is provided by PAMA; information regarding contextual issues in music programs, by NASM. The following links address the risk of noise-induced hearing loss, neuromusculoskeletal and vocal injury—all of which are widespread and serious public health issues for musicians and others.

NASM-PAMA Advisories on Neuromusculoskeletal and Vocal Health

• Student guide: https://nasm.arts-accredit.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2016/02/4a_NASM_PAMA_NMH-Student_Guide-Standard_June-2014.pdf

NASM-PAMA Advisories on Hearing Health :

• Student guide: https://nasm.arts-accredit.org/publications/brochures-advisories/nasm-pama-nms-vocal-health/

Student information sheets:

• Musculosketal: https://nasm.arts-accredit.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2016/02/5a_NASM_PAMA_NMH-Student_Information_Sheet-Standard-NMH_June-2014.pdf
• Vocal: https://nasm.arts-accredit.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2016/02/6a_NASM_PAMA_NMH-Student_Information_Sheet-Standard-Vocal_June-2014.pdf
• Hearing: https://nasm.arts-accredit.org/publications/brochures-advisories/nasm-pama-nms-vocal-health/

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Hours

(1 sem hr; 3 studio)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Music provided in class

Supplies

1. MUSIC: All music will be provided by Amarillo College. You will be held financially responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen music. DON'T LOSE IT!!!!!!!! All music must be returned after the final concert or grades will be held.

2. PERFORMANCE DRESS: Performance attire for Vocal Jazz will be decided by the group. Generally, guys wear a dark jacket and pants and colorful shirts, and women wear a colorful top with black slacks and long blazer jacket. Unlike concert choir, you are responsible for your own clothes in Vocal Jazz.

Student Performance

***This syllabus is also used for MUEN-2151

AC Vocal Jazz is a 4-8 voice vocal ensemble who performs contemporary vocal jazz literature, such as arrangements performed by The Real Group, New York Voices, The Ritz, Singer's Unlimited, The PM Singers, Take 6, and others. This groups performs with microphones, but without the type of choreography similar to a show choir. The choir will perform for special functions in the community and possibly at local high schools.

STUDENT PERFORMANCE/LEARNING OUTCOMES: The goal of this course is to have fun singing and performing vocal jazz literature, and to share this experience with each other and our audience. After completion of the semester, the student will have:

1. Learned vocal fundamentals and improved their singing through increasing vocal flexibility.

2. Learned the listening skills required to sing tight harmonies with proper blend and balance.

3. Increased their knowledge of jazz literature and style.

4. Learned to perform this style visually as well as aurally.

5. Learned how to use a microphone and how to enhance the voice electronically.

6. Learned to improvise and scat.

7. Performed concerts in the Amarillo community.

8. Met new people and experienced a bond of friendship with each other.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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Expected Student Behavior

1. Attend all rehearsals and performances.

2. Work on parts and assigned scat outside of class.

3. Listen to vocal jazz recordings.

4. Have a positive attitude and support each other.

5. Listen to each other in rehearsals/performances.

6. Work hard.

7. NO cell phone use of any kind is permitted.

Grading Criteria

Grades will be determined by class work and progress on assignments outside of class.   A grade of "F" will be given to students who miss a performance.

Attendance

ATTENDANCE POLICY: Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class. Joining a small group in particular requires commitment and responsibility from EACH member. You are expected to attend every rehearsal. NO EXCUSES WILL BE PERMITTED FOR CONCERT DATES, with the exception of family tragedy or documented emergency. Please call when you must miss a rehearsal for any reason.

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Additional Information

Information on Protecting your Hearing Health can be found at: https://nasm.arts-accredit.org/publications/brochures-advisories/nasm-pama-hearing-health/