SRJC Course Outlines

10/7/2024 4:33:05 PMMUSCP 33A Course Outline as of Fall 2013

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CATALOG INFORMATION

Discipline and Nbr:  MUSCP 33ATitle:  ORCHESTRA 1  
Full Title:  Orchestra 1
Last Reviewed:4/22/2024

UnitsCourse Hours per Week Nbr of WeeksCourse Hours Total
Maximum2.50Lecture Scheduled2.0017.5 max.Lecture Scheduled35.00
Minimum2.50Lab Scheduled1.0017.5 min.Lab Scheduled17.50
 Contact DHR.50 Contact DHR8.75
 Contact Total3.50 Contact Total61.25
 
 Non-contact DHR0 Non-contact DHR Total0

 Total Out of Class Hours:  70.00Total Student Learning Hours: 131.25 

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Applicable
Grading:  Grade Only
Repeatability:  39 - Total 2 Times
Also Listed As: 
Formerly: 

Catalog Description:
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The SRJC Orchestra is dedicated to the study, rehearsal, and performance of orchestral literature from the Baroque to the contemporary era. MUSCP 33A is designed for musicians who demonstrate the potential to perform at college level on an orchestral instrument. The Orchestra performs at least two concerts each semester.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:


Recommended Preparation:

Limits on Enrollment:
By Audition

Schedule of Classes Information
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The SRJC Orchestra is dedicated to the study, rehearsal, and performance of orchestral literature from the Baroque to the contemporary era. MUSCP 33A is designed for musicians who demonstrate the potential to perform at college level on an orchestral instrument. The Orchestra performs at least two concerts each semester.
(Grade Only)

Prerequisites:
Recommended:
Limits on Enrollment:By Audition
Transfer Credit:CSU;UC.
Repeatability:39 - Total 2 Times

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:Effective:Inactive:
 Area:
 
CSU GE:Transfer Area Effective:Inactive:
 
IGETC:Transfer Area Effective:Inactive:
 
CSU Transfer:TransferableEffective:Fall 2009Inactive:
 
UC Transfer:TransferableEffective:Fall 2009Inactive:
 
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 symphony orchestra.
2.       Demonstrate proper characteristic tone on their instrument.
 

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Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1.      Accurately interpret and perform college-level literature for orchestra with proper characteristic tone.
2.      Demonstrate basic technical proficiency in the performance of selected literature.
3.      Read and accurately interpret the symbols of music notation to achieve desired effects on their respective instruments.
4.      Sight read college-level orchestral literature at a basic, functional level.
5.      Perform effectively with an ensemble in a public setting.
6.      Perform in tempo with the ensemble.
7.      Evaluate and critically analyze their musical performance for future improvement.
 
Students repeating Orchestra will be able to:
1.      Demonstrate greater technical achievement on their instrument.
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.     Development/refinement of characteristic tone through the study of effective bowing techniques (string players), breathing techniques (wind players), and beating spot/nuance of touch (percussion).
II.    Rehearsal and public performance of a variety of works for orchestra.
III.   Sight-reading of college-level literature for orchestra.
IV.   Study and execution of particular technical challenges specific to the literature studied (tempo, dynamics, intonation, blend, ornamentation, etc.).
V.    Sectional rehearsals for each of the four sections of the orchestra: string, woodwind, brass, and percussion.
VI.   String instrument techniques specific to the literature studied.
VII.  Wind instrument techniques specific to the literature studied.
VIII.      Percussion techniques specific to the literature studied.
IX.      The components of musical expression and interpretation such as phrasing, dynamic contrast, and nuance.
X.      Developing effective practice habits.
XI.      Differences in musical style specific to the literature studied.
XII.      Critical analysis and comparison of the artistic goals specific to the literature studied.
XIII.      The roles of the soloist and the ensemble player: collaboration with a soloist when scheduled.
XIV.      Stage deportment, performance etiquette, and proper performance attire.
 
Students repeating Orchestra will perform new literature each semester, enhancing both their skill level and their knowledge of the repertoire.

Assignments:
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1.      In-class rehearsal and preparation of designated works.
2.      Attendance at sectional rehearsals when scheduled.
3.      A minimum of one hour of outside practice per week is required for each hour of rehearsal.
4.      Final exam will be a public concert.
 
Students repeating Orchestra 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.
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 rehearsals, 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 at rehearsals and concerts


Representative Textbooks and Materials:
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Instructor prepared materials.

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