MUSC 170 - Applied Music (Studio Lessons) 1 s.h. - 3 s.h.

A study of vocal or instrumental music to develop music appreciation, musicianship and performance skills. The course will acquaint the student with the history, culture and cross-cultural considerations of selected repertoire. Instruction will consist of studio or class study, with significant independent practice required. Student responsibility will be dependent on credit. A juried performance (either in recital or privately with a faculty panel) will be required of studio students. Upon completion students will be able to demonstrate: 1. the ability to perform in areas and at levels consistent with the goals and objectives of the Bachelor of Arts in Music and the Bachelor of Arts in Music Industry programs; 2. an understanding of historical perspectives, theory and procedures for realizing a variety of musical styles; 3. knowledge and/or skills in one or more areas of music beyond basic musicianship appropriate to the students’ need and interests, and consistent with the purposes of the Bachelor of Arts in Music and the Bachelor of Arts in Music Industry. Such areas might include but need not be limited to the culture, environment and performance practice of the music being studied. May be repeated for credit. Studio lessons require a $100.00 fee. MUSC 170A has a fee of $195.00. May be repeated for credit. Offered Fall and Spring.
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Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.