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MUG 4955-5957 Study Abroad Syllabus University of Central Florida School of Performing Arts MUG 4955/5957 – Study Abroad: Advanced Instrumental Conducting & Literature Summer Session A, 2019 Pre-Departure Class Meetings TBA PAC-M263 Study Abroad Dates: May 16 – June 3, 2019 Dr. Scott Lubaroff, Instructor of Record Dr. Tremon Kizer E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Phone: (407) 823-0887 Phone: (407) 823-2212 Office: PAC-M206 Office: PAC-M214 Course Description: Students in MUG 4955/5957 will experience three weeks of comprehensive academic and cultural study in the beautiful country of Thailand, immersed in both high-level musical/scholarly study and application as well as life-changing cultural excursions and interactions. Students will earn 2 academic credits, studying instrumental literature, conducting & pedagogy in integrative study, rehearsal, and performance focusing on important core repertoire for mixed instrumental ensembles of varying sizes and genres. Over the course of this international experience, the cultural and musical will merge as students learn to communicate in the most authentic of manners, using those discoveries to enhance their gestural (conducting) communication. The class will hold three meetings on campus at UCF prior to departure for Thailand and our international study will be held at the College of Music at Mahidol University in Salaya/Bangkok. Our international partner in instruction will be Dr. Thanapol Setabrahmana, Mahidol University Director of Bands. Prerequisites for enrollment in MUG 4955 includes successful completion of MUG 3104 – Basic Conducting. There is no prerequisite for MUG 5957. Student Goals/Objectives, upon successful completion of this course, include: 1. Mature understanding of how to adequately research, analyze, and study advanced instrumental scores of various sorts, including works for full concert band/wind ensemble and for smaller mixed-wind ensembles of flexible instrumentation 2. Ability to develop an informed interpretation based in a deep understanding of the score 3. Ability to effectively convey their personal interpretation of a score through gesture and other integrative and authentic modes of communication 4. Reflective synthesis of the musical and cultural experiences and encounters met through the course of an immersive international study setting through regular journaling, both prompted and spontaneous Required Materials: Specific instrumental scores will be assigned. Journal prompts will be provided Students will also need the following: 1. Conducting Baton 2. Instrument 3. Journal Video Review: Each of the conducting sessions will be video recorded and followed by individual video reviews/critiques with one of the conducting faculty Grading: Students will be evaluated on participation in class as well as on completion of assignments and activities prior to, during, and following international travel and study. A final course grade will be calculated based on the following breakdown: Basic research assignments prior to international travel 10% 50 pts Pre-trip journal prompts 5% 25 pts Score research and preparation during international study 20% 100 pts Participation in on-site discussions during international study 20% 100 pts Conducting demonstration/performance and assessment 20% 100 pts Journal prompts & reflections during international residency 15% 75 pts Submission of final prompts & reflections, post travel 10% 50 pts TOTAL: 100% 500 pts Course Calendar (subject to change) Pre-Travel Meeting dates & times TBD Mtg #1 Pre-trip orientation and opening discussion of musical scores ASSIGNMENT: preview works list; rank individual preferences pre-trip journal prompt #1 Mtg #2 Score assignments and research overview ASSIGNMENT: preliminary research into assigned scores Mtg #3 Final pre-trip orientation and score analysis primer May 16 Transfer in, Orlando International Airport to Bangkok Suvannabhum International Airport; ground travel to campus apartments, Salaya May 17 Orientation & Preliminary Instructional Sessions, Mahidol University College of Music, Salaya May 18-22: cultural excursion, Krabi Province, Southern Thailand May 18: Transfer to Krabi, Baan Koh Klang Fisherman Village May 19: 4-Islands Tour May 20: Tiger Temple, Emerald Pond & Hot Springs May 21: Kayak Tropical Canal, Bead Museum & Batik House May 22: Transfer back to Bangkok/Salaya May 23 Class Sessions, Mahidol University College of Music • Repertoire discussion/analysis • Conducting tech development Score study application May 24 Class Sessions, continued • Composer/Repertoire historical placement Score Study & conducting technique, continued May 25 Class Sessions, continued • Synthesis discussion (journal prompts) • Small group conducting Rehearsal planning techniques May 26 ICS Class Sessions, continued Conducting & rehearsal lab May 26-29: cultural excursion, Bangkok & surrounding area May 26: Bangkok City Tour – Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) May 27: Asiatique River-front street market May 28: Erawan Museum, Ancient City May 29: Siam Paragon, MBK Siam May 30-June 2 Conducting & Rehearsal Lab, Mahidol University College of Music • Composer & Repertoire Presentations Individual conducting & rehearsal demonstrations & clinics w/Mahidol University Wind Symphony June 3 Transfer back to Orlando, USA The UCF Creed Integrity, scholarship, community, creativity and excellence are the core values that guide our conduct, performance and decisions. Integrity I will practice and defend academic and personal honesty. Scholarship I will cherish and honor learning as a fundamental purpose of my membership in the UCF community. Community I will promote an open and supportive campus environment by respecting the rights and contributions of every individual. Creativity I will use my talents to enrich the human experience. Excellence I will strive toward the highest standards of performance in any endeavor I undertake. Academic Integrity UCF is committed to a policy of honesty in academic affairs. Conduct that comprises a breach of this policy may result in academic action and disciplinary action. Academic action affects student assignments, examinations or grades. Disciplinary action affects student enrollment status. Please review the behavior standards at http://www.goldenrule.sdes.ucf.edu. Accommodations for Students with Special Needs The University of Central Florida is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all persons with disabilities. This syllabus is available in alternate formats upon request. Students with disabilities who need accommodations in this course must contact the professor at the beginning of the semester to discuss needed accommodations. No accommodations will be provided until the student has met with the professor to request accommodations. Students who need accommodations must be registered with Student Disability Services, Student Resource Center Room 132, phone (407) 823-2371, TTY/TDD only phone (407) 823-2116, before requesting accommodations from the professor. The contents of this syllabus are subject to modification by the professor due to unexpected circumstances. In such cases, the academic integrity of the course will be maintained. .
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