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COURSE SYLLABUS

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MUEN 2125 Jazz Laboratory Band

Hill College is committed to the principal of equal opportunity in education and employment. The college does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status in the administration of its educational programs, activities, or employment policies.

Catalog Description:

MUEN 2125

This ensemble provides training in all styles of jazz and dance band performance. Smaller jazz ensembles are drawn from the membership of this group. Admission is by consent of the director. May be repeated four times for credit.

Lecture Hours__2__Lab. Hours__2__Semester Credit Hours__1__

Pre-requisites:

Introduction and Purpose

1. To provide training in all styles of jazz and dance band performance. 2. To have a small portable performing instrumental organization to represent the college at functions where a larger ensemble would be impractical. 3. To act as a lab for serious music students to perform original compositions. 4. This is a transfer course to most senior colleges. Instructional Materials

Textbook: None Supplies and additional materials: Uniforms are made or bought with the consent of the group. Students need reeds, valve oil, swabs, slide cream or oil for their particular instrument.

Objectives At the completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Play in an ensemble. 2. Work in a team environment. 3. Perform on a higher level on their instrument than in the beginning of the course. 4. Appreciate music from various styles and influences. 5. Perform in concert situations with the band.

Methods of Instruction

The rehearsal of an ensemble is assessed primarily by the playing of music, then the evaluation of the playing by the instructor, the giving of criticism and positive reinforcement.

Methods of Evaluation

1. Attendance is the major factor in determining the student’s grade. 2. Attitude, preparation, and improvement are also factors used in determining a grade. 3. Students must be at all rehearsals and performances.

Letter grades for the course will be based on the following percentages: 90-100% A 80-89% B 70-79% C 60-69% D Below 60% F

Class policies:

Student honesty and attendance policies as stated in the catalog and student handbook are followed.

Disabilities/ADA

In accordance with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the regulations published by the United States Department of Justice 28 C.F.R. 35.107(a), Hill College’s designated ADA coordinator, Melanie Betz, Director of Academic Advising & Student Success, shall be responsible for coordinating the College’s efforts to comply with and carry out its responsibilities under ADA. Students with disabilities requiring physical, classroom, or testing accommodations should contact the Director of Academic Advising & Student Success, Melanie Betz, at (254) 659-7651.

Course Outline (Attached)

Jazz Laboratory Band

I. Organization

II. Playing many selections of music to develop the concept of unity and to help select music for future performances

III. Practice large ensemble techniques and section work

IV. Selection of music for various performances A. Jazz band B. Dixieland band C. Polka band V. Practice as a group and sectionally the music for the various performances

VI. A final concert near the end of the semester