Course Syllabus

MUSC 4206 Woodwind Chamber Music IV

Course Description

Chamber ensemble groups for woodwind players. This ensemble will provide students with an opportunity to develop technical skill, sight-reading ability, and knowledge of the repertory related to the ensemble. It further allows students to synthesize musical, historical and cultural knowledge into meaningful artistic expression. Audition required. May be repeated for credit.

Justification

This course will provide students with opportunities to explore and experience standard woodwind ensemble literature. Courses like this are taught at all NASM accredited institutions both in the state and across the country. This is similar to brass chamber, percussion ensemble, and string chamber music courses.

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Students will be able to accurately perform the rhythms, melodies and harmonies of the music selected by the director.
2. Students will be able to perform essential skills as part of a chamber ensemble, including, proper intonation blend and balance to communicate the understanding which they have gained to their audiences.
3. Students will be able to show improvement in both speed and accuracy of literature learning as measured by small group assessment.
4. Students will be able to understand the music in its historical setting as well as the stylistic, expressive, and formal qualities associated with the particular era of music history.

Course Content

Members of the ensemble will learn and perform appropriate literature as selected by the instructor. Content includes study of:
• Intonation
• Balance
• Blend
• Articulation
• Historical Context
• Performance Practice