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CATALOG INFORMATION
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Discipline and Nbr:
MUSCP 23D | Title:
CHAMBER SINGERS 4 |
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Full Title:
Chamber Singers 4 |
Last Reviewed:4/22/2024 |
Units | Course Hours per Week | | Nbr of Weeks | Course Hours Total |
Maximum | 2.50 | Lecture Scheduled | 2.00 | 17.5 max. | Lecture Scheduled | 35.00 |
Minimum | 2.50 | Lab Scheduled | 1.00 | 17.5 min. | Lab Scheduled | 17.50 |
| Contact DHR | .50 | | Contact DHR | 8.75 |
| Contact Total | 3.50 | | Contact Total | 61.25 |
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| Non-contact DHR | 0 | | Non-contact DHR Total | 0 |
| Total Out of Class Hours: 70.00 | Total Student Learning Hours: 131.25 | |
Title 5 Category:
AA Degree Applicable
Grading:
Grade Only
Repeatability:
39 - Total 2 Times
Also Listed As:
Formerly:
MUS 23D
Catalog Description:
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The Chamber Singers are a 16- to 32-voice mixed ensemble dedicated to the study, rehearsal, and performance of a cappella and accompanied choral literature for chamber choir. The Chamber Singers are an advanced ensemble designed for experienced singers. Students in 23D will have increased opportunities for vocal solos, outreach performance in smaller groups, and/or to assume mentor/leadership roles within the ensemble. The Chamber Singers perform at least one major on-campus concert and several off-campus concerts each semester.
Prerequisites/Corequisites:
Course Completion of MUSCP 23C
Recommended Preparation:
Limits on Enrollment:
By Audition
Schedule of Classes Information
Description:
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The Chamber Singers are a 16- to 32-voice mixed ensemble dedicated to the study, rehearsal, and performance of a cappella and accompanied choral literature for chamber choir. The Chamber Singers are an advanced ensemble designed for experienced singers. Students in 23D will have increased opportunities for vocal solos, outreach performance in smaller groups, and/or to assume mentor/leadership roles within the ensemble. The Chamber Singers perform at least one major on-campus concert and several off-campus concerts each semester.
(Grade Only)
Prerequisites:Course Completion of MUSCP 23C
Recommended:
Limits on Enrollment:By Audition
Transfer Credit:CSU;UC.
Repeatability:39 - Total 2 Times
ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION
Associate Degree: | Effective: | | Inactive: | |
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CSU GE: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
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IGETC: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
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CSU Transfer: | Transferable | Effective: | Spring 2009 | Inactive: | |
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UC Transfer: | Transferable | Effective: | Spring 2009 | Inactive: | |
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C-ID: |
CID Descriptor: MUS 180 | Large Ensemble | SRJC Equivalent Course(s): MUSP21A OR MUSP21B OR MUSP21C OR MUSP21D OR MUSP23A OR MUSP23B OR MUSP23C OR MUSP23D OR MUSP30A OR MUSP30B OR MUSP30C OR MUSP30D OR MUSP32A OR MUSP32B OR MUSP32C OR MUSP32D OR MUSP33A OR MUSP33B OR MUSP33C OR MUSP33D OR MUSP42A OR MUSP42B OR MUSP42C OR MUSP42D |
Certificate/Major Applicable:
Major Applicable Course
COURSE CONTENT
Student Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
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1. Perform effectively in a chamber choir.
2. Demonstrate vocal independence and self-sufficiency in learning individual parts at an advanced level.
3. Prepare and perform as a choral soloist.
4. Perform effectively in quartets, caroling groups, or other small ensembles.
5. Assume leadership roles within their vocal section and/or the choral organization.
Objectives:
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Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Sing college-level literature for chamber choir in public performance.
2. Sight-read his/her assigned vocal line accurately at an advanced level.
3. Sing with stylistically appropriate vocal technique and tone color at an advanced level.
4. Demonstrate choral skills including blend, intonation, and pitch memory at an advanced level.
5. Organize and implement standard rehearsal protocol as a section or organizational leader.
6. Demonstrate professionalism through regular attendance at rehearsals and concerts, punctuality, preparedness, appropriate concert attire, and general demeanor.
Students repeating Chamber Singers will be able to:
1. Demonstrate greater technical achievement in their vocal performance.
2. Articulate musical phrases with greater clarity.
3. Perform with higher standards of intonation.
4. Demonstrate a more sophisticated comprehension of dynamics, phrasing, musical expression, and nuance.
5. Demonstrate greater skill in sight-reading.
6. Perform a more extensive repertoire.
Topics and Scope
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I. Choral Skills
A. Blend
B. Balance
II. Vocal Techniques
A. Maximizing range, dynamic contrast, and breath control
B. Tone color variation and equalization
C. Pronunciation and diction
III. Musicianship
A. Sight reading at an advanced level
B. Phrasing
C. Vocal independence
IV. Chamber Choir Repertoire
A. Renaissance
B. Baroque
C. Classical
D. Romantic
E. Contemporary
F. Choral octavos
G. Spirituals and folk songs
V. Smaller Ensemble Repertoire
A. Duets, trios, and quartets
B. Holiday carols
C. Other works as assigned
VI. Interpretation of Choral Literature Within a Historical Context
VII. The Role of the Soloist in a Chamber Choir
VIII. The Role and Responsibilities of Choral Section Leaders
A. Organizing and leading sectional rehearsals
B. Standard rehearsal protocol for a chamber choir
C. Finding parts on the piano
IX. Other Leadership Roles and Responsibilities Within the Choral Organization
X. Professionalism
A. Regular attendance and punctuality
B. Preparedness
C. Deportment at rehearsals and concerts
D. Proper concert attire
Students repeating Chamber Singers will perform new literature each semester, building on both their skill level and knowledge of the repertoire.
Assignments:
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1. In-class rehearsal and preparation of assigned works.
2. A minimum of one hour of outside practice per week is required for each hour of rehearsal.
3. Preparation of vocal solos, if assigned.
4. Attendance and participation at sectional rehearsals when scheduled.
5. Organizing and leading sectional rehearsals, if assigned.
6. Participation in concerts, tours, and other field trips as scheduled.
7. Final exam will be a public concert.
Students repeating Chamber Singers will be held to higher standards of performance with each repetition.
Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.
Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing. | Writing 0 - 0% |
None | |
This is a degree applicable course but assessment tools based on writing are not included because skill demonstrations are more appropriate for this course. |
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Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills. | Problem Solving 0 - 0% |
None | |
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams. | Skill Demonstrations 75 - 90% |
In-class rehearsal, public concerts | |
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams. | Exams 0 - 0% |
None | |
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories. | Other Category 10 - 25% |
Attendance and participation in rehearsals, concerts, tours, and field trips. | |
Representative Textbooks and Materials:
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Instructor prepared materials
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