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Course Syllabus

MUSC 4136 Wind Ensemble

  • Division: Fine Arts, Comm, and New Media
  • Department: Music
  • Credit/Time Requirement: Credit: 1; Lecture: 1; Lab: 0
  • Repeatable: Yes.
  • Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring
  • Semester Approved: Spring 2025
  • Five-Year Review Semester: Fall 2029
  • End Semester: Fall 2030
  • Optimum Class Size: 55
  • Maximum Class Size: 75

Course Description

This course includes a study of serious wind ensemble literature. Concerts are performed each semester as part of the course. 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. An audition is required. This course is repeatable for credit.

Justification

This group provides students with an opportunity to study significant literature for wind ensemble. Through preparation and performance of quality band literature, students enrolled in this course will develop an understanding and appreciation for the various styles of wind literature.

Student Learning Outcomes

  1. Students will demonstrate proficient contributution to class rehearsals on a punctual and regular basis.
  2. Students will demonstrate proficient contribution in sectional rehearsals on a regular basis.
  3. Studens will demonstrate regular individual practice habits
  4. Students will perform proficiently on concerts.

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