12/26/2024 8:58:25 PM	MUSP 30A Course Outline as of Summer 2025	Changed Course
CATALOG INFORMATION
Discipline and Nbr:  MUSP 30A	Title:  SYMPHONIC BAND 1
Full Title:  Symphonic Band 1
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
		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:  MUSCP 30A

Catalog Description:

Rehearsal and performance of classical and contemporary symphonic band literature with emphasis on preparation for public performance. This course is designed for experienced musicians who demonstrate the potential to perform at college level on a wind or percussion instrument.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:

Recommended Preparation:

Limits on Enrollment:

Schedule of Classes Information
Description:

Rehearsal and performance of classical and contemporary symphonic band literature with emphasis on preparation for public performance. This course is designed for experienced musicians who demonstrate the potential to perform at college level on a wind or percussion instrument.

(Grade Only)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:
Limits on Enrollment:
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:	Transferable	Effective:	Fall 2009	Inactive:
UC Transfer:	Transferable	Effective:	Fall 2009	Inactive:
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:

1.  Perform effectively in a large college-level symphonic band with appropriate rhythm, pitch,

    tone, technique, musicality, and professionalism.

Objectives:

At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

1. Accurately interpret and perform college-level classic and contemporary symphonic band

    literature with proper characteristic tone.

2. Demonstrate basic technical proficiency in the performance of selected literature.

3. Sight read college-level symphonic band literature on a wind or percussion instrument at a

    basic, functional level.

4. Perform effectively with an ensemble in a public setting.

5. Evaluate and critically analyze their musical performance for future improvement.

 

Students repeating Symphonic Band 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

Music rehearsal is a fully-integrated experience that encompasses both lecture and lab activities.

 

I.     Development/Refinement of Characteristic Tone and Effective Breathing Techniques for

       Wind Instruments

II.    Sight-Reading of College-Level Literature for Symphonic Band

III.   Rehearsal and Public Performance of Classic and Contemporary Works for Symphonic

       Band

IV.   Study of Particular Technical Challenges Specific to the Literature Studied

V.    Wind Instrument Articulation Techniques Specific to the Literature Studied

VI.   Special Challenges in Intonation and Blend in the Performance of the Literature Studied

VII.  The Components of Musical Expression, such as Phrasing, Dynamic Contrast, and Nuance

VIII. Differences in Musical Style Specific to the Literature Studied

IX.   Critical Analysis and Comparison of the Different Artistic Goals Specific to the Literature

       Studied

X.    Performance Etiquette and Proper Performance Attire

 

Students repeating Symphonic Band will perform new literature each semester, building on both their skill level and knowledge of the repertoire.

Assignments:

Rehearsal (lecture/lab) Assignments:

    1. Prepare assigned works for public performance in concert

    2. Outside practice of their instrument (ungraded)

 

Out-of-Class (lab) Assignments:

    1. Participation in additional rehearsals, when called

    2. Participation in concerts, tours, and other field trips as scheduled

    3. Final exam will be a public concert

 

Repeating students 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 at and participation in rehearsals and concerts

Representative Textbooks and Materials:

Instructor selected music.

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