MUSI 321 Appled Music

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August 14, 2006

VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY

SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS AND EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC

COURSE SYLLABUS: FALL 2006

MUSI 321 APPLIED MUSIC- 2 SEMESTER HOURS

GEORGE L. TUCKWILLER

OFFICE HOURS: TBA

OFFICE LOCATION: DAVIS HALL 207

OFFICE TELEPHONE: 524 5302 (If I am not available when you call, please leave a message on my answering machine, a number where you may be reached and an approximate time frame during which you may be contacted)

COURSE DESCRIPTION: A study of the fundamental elements of posture, breathing methods, embouchure formation, tone production, basic attack, basic slurring, major scales and etudes to enhance the development of good musicianship in appropriate styles. Selected technical and solo study materials will be assigned by the instructor.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge: Students will

1. Recognize appropriate concert and performance etiquette

2. Know terminology necessary to comprehend course content

3. Know the basic resources for the study of music

4. Know the major pedagogical teaching methods for their primary instrument

5. Know significant performers of their primary instruments and their contributions to the field of music

6. Know all major and minor scales and the corresponding arpeggios

7. Know chromatic scales

8. Know the standard literature for the primary instrument from various historical periods

9. Know the history of their primary instrument

10. Know the proper nomenclature for their instrument

11. Know proper tuning procedures

12. Know how to properly maintain their instrument

13. Know how to conduct emergency repairs to their instrument

Evaluation Strategy: Jury Examination

Skills: students will

1. Demonstrate proper stage and concert etiquette

2. Utilize the correct posture when sitting or standing to perform

3. Demonstrate effective personal practice traits.

4. Demonstrate control over the complete register of their instrument.

5. Utilize correct musical terminology in the studio, rehearsal and concert halls.

6 Execute the technical demands of literature as assigned by the instructor exhibiting knowledge of accepted pedagogical principles.

7. Perform solo literature exhibiting knowledge of the composer, formal structure and correct stylistic interpretation in all performance venues

8. Perform regularly in diverse concert settings demonstrating consistent artistic growth and aesthetic judgment.

9. Perform a senior recital on their primary instrument after passing a recital jury to be scheduled a minimum of six weeks prior to the performance of the senior recital.

Evaluation Strategy: Jury Examination

Abilities: Students will be able to

1. Demonstrate knowledge of good performance practice

2. Perform representative solo literature for each level of applied study with self confidence

3. Resolve playing difficulties by the application of sound pedagogical principles

4. Sight read music consistent with the level of applied study

5. Play in tune

6. Demonstrate fluency in various articulations consistent with the rhythmic demands of the composition

7. Evaluate less experienced performers and design practice methodologies which will assure a systematic development of technical proficiency and artistic aesthetic

Evaluation Strategy: Jury Examination

Sequence:

The instruction is designed to aid the student in acquiring a complete understanding of the problems associated with performing on his/her chosen instrument expanding upon the knowledge each student has gained through previous study. Students will be introduced to the appropriate methods and technical literature, which will allow an orderly development toward mastery of their instrument. Solo materials will be explored and performance assignments are required.

Procedure:

The instructor and students will give lectures and demonstrations

Recordings of instrumental solos by noted performers will be played and discussed

Students may be required to attend master classes

Please note make-up lessons are given to students only in the event of the absence of the instructor at the scheduled lesson time or the excused absence of a student. The instructor

will not give make-up lessons for the unexcused absences by the student

General Objectives:

To acquaint each student with representative solo and study materials that will help in the orderly development toward mastery of their chosen instrument and a thorough knowledge of its literature.

To aid in the complete understanding of the problems associated with the chosen instrument beyond the level of personal performing ability.

To provide the basis for empathy with future students, a characteristic necessary for effective teaching.

To aid in the development of the ability to solve technical problems associated with musical performance.

To aid in the development of the ability to sight-read material of an easy to difficult level with accuracy.

Procedure:

Lecture and demonstrations will be given by the instructor and students.

Recordings of instrumental solos by noted performers will be played.

Film and filmstrips will be used whenever available.

General Requirements:

Each student is required to perform a solo on department seminar at least once per semester. Freshmen are exempted during their first semester of study.

Each student should be able to sight-read material in accordance with their level of study.

Each student is required to have studied a minimum of three solos for each level of study. Methods and supplementary materials are also required.

Each student is required to know the history and nomenclature of their chosen instrument, and should be able to engage in a scholarly discussion utilizing this knowledge.

Each student is required to own a metronome, and all study materials that are required by the instructor.

Each student should be able to spell, pronounce, define, and classify all terms on the required list below.

Each student is required to participate in small ensemble every semester he/she is enrolled in Applied Major Instrument.

Specific Requirements – Music Education:

One hour/week; 2 credits each semester (121, 122)

Each student is required to play all 15 major scales ascending and descending in moderate tempo in one or two octaves for 121..
The relative minor scales are required in all three forms for 122.
Each student is required to play corresponding arpeggios for tonics of all keys as well.
The corresponding chromatic scale for the tonic of each major scale should be executed throughout the entire practical range of the instrument.

One hour/week; 2 credits each semester (221, 222)

Students are expected to practice to the extent that an increase in range and technical facility is achieved.
Bassoon, trombone, and euphonium students are expected to study tenor and bass clefs.
Scales should be performed in a more rapid tempo. Arpeggios should be more extended than before. The progression I-IV-V-I should be learned in all keys as well. Major scales in thirds are required in all keys. Minor scales in thirds are required for MUSI 222.

One hour/week; 2 credits each semester (321, 322)

A. Students are required to play all major, minor, and chromatic scales throughout the

practical range of their instrument

B. Each scale should be fully arpeggiated.

C. Execution of various embellishments is required

Each student should be able to read fluently material with key signatures up to and including 7 sharps and 7 flats.
Bassoon, trombone, and euphonium majors are required to play with increased facility music written in tenor clef.

Applied Music Syllabus Pg 5

One hour/week; 1 credit (499) - Senior Recital is to be given upon approval of Jury Committee

Specific Requirements – Performance

One hour/week; 3 credits each semester (123, 124)

Each student is required to play all major and minor scales ascending and descending in moderate tempo the full practical range of their instrument.
Each student is required to play corresponding arpeggios for tonics of all keys as well.
The chromatic scale for the full practical range of the students chosen instrument must be learned as well.

One hour/week; 3 credit hours each semester (223, 224)

Each student is required to study the extended range of their instrument (e.g. above high C for trumpet, above high G for clarinet, or above high F for saxophone).
Bassoon, trombone, and euphonium students are expected to learn tenor and bass clef playing with facility.
Each student is required to perform music at least of the difficulty of grade 4-5, such as pieces in the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association handbook.
The progression I-IV-V-I should be learned in all keys. Major and minor scales in thirds are required in all keys.

One hour/week; 3 credit hours each semester (323, 324)

Each student is required to read fluently music of grade 4-5, such as pieces in the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association handbook
Each student is required to constantly work on perfecting phrasing, interpretation, articulation, etc. in preparation for Junior Recital.
All scales should be played in intervals of fourths, fifths, and sixths.
Execution of various embellishments is required.
Each student should be able to read fluently material with key signatures up to and including 7 sharps and 7 flats.
Junior Recital is to given uopn approval of Jury Committee.

One hour/week; 3 credit hours each semester (423, 424)

Each student is required to perform all major, minor scales, and arpeggios fluently in the extended range of their chosen instrument.
Each student is required to perform music of the difficulty of grade 5-6, such as pieces in the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association handbook.
Each student is required to constantly work on perfecting phrasing, interpretation, articulation, etc. in preparation for Senior Recital.
Senior Recital is to be given upon approval of Jury Committee.

REQUIRED VOCABULARY OF MUSIC TERMS

Accelerando Con Amore Ben Pianissimo

Adagietto Andante Con Brio Piano

Adagio Animato Cantabile Piu

Agitato A poco Colando Poco

Al Fine Appassionato Chromatic Poco a poco

Alla Arioso Diatonic Presto

Allargando Assai Crescendo Primo

Allegretto A Tempo Da Capo Religioso

Allegro Molto Dal Segno Ritardando

Dolce Morendo Diminuendo Ritenuto

Energico Mosso Sforzando Rubato

Forte (f) Non Troppo Simile Scherzo

Forzando (fz) Opus Smorzando Segno

Con fuoco Ottavo (8va) Soli Sempre

Furioso Pesante Solo Con Sordino

Giocoso Maestoso Sostenuto Tempo

Grandioso Marcato Con Spririto Tempo di Valse

Grave Marcia Stringendo Tenuto

Grazioso Marziale Subito Vivace

Largo Meno Lento Senza sordino

Larghetto Mezzo L’istesso Tacet

Leggerio Moderato Sordino

Minimum Daily Practice Schedule for Wind Instrumentalists:

As suggested by Dr. Dollye M.E. Robinson

Warm-up (Time is dependant upon the individual and instrument)

Scales…………………………………………………… 10 minutes

Arpeggios………………………………………………. 5 minutes

Long Tones…………………………………………….. 10 minutes

Technical assignment………………………………….. 20 minutes

Performer’s Choice……………………………………. 15 minutes

Extension of range…………………………………….. 5 minutes

Alternate fingerings…………………………………… 5 minutes

Sight reading…………………………………………... 15 minutes

Articulations…………………………………………… 10 minutes

Increasing solo repertoire……………………………… 20 minutes

Increasing Vocabulary of Terms……………………… 5 minutes

Applied Music Syllabus pg 7

120 Minutes

(2 hours daily)

Note:

Students may add or subtract suggested times at the discretion of instructor based on the strengths and weaknesses of the student. However, it is suggested that each phase listed be practiced to some extent daily.

Students in the Instrumental Performance Curriculum should practice a minimum of three hours daily with each area expanded according to the students needs. Again, it is suggested that each phase listed be practiced on a daily basis.

Outline of Applied Lessons:

Warm-up (It is suggested that this be done prior to lesson)

Times and content of the Warm-up will be designed for the needs of the individual Student:

Scales and arpeggios…………………………………………. 10 minutes

Technical Assignment and/or sight reading,

Transposition, new fingerings……………………………….. 10 minutes

Range check, articulation speed check, etc……………….. 10 minutes

Solo Preparation………………………………………….. 20 minutes

A record of assignments and accomplishments will be kept for each student to:

Determine progress
Certify that the student has touched on each of the above listed phases at least once a week during the applied lessons.

Methods of grading:

I. General Requirements:

A. Students are required to report to all lessons.

B. Students are expected to meet all requirements listed on the particular level.

C. Students are required to attend all weekly Departmental Seminars.

D. In no case can a student schedule a class which conflicts the scheduled time of weekly Seminars.

II. Specific Requirements:

A. to receive the grade of “A” for the course:

1. The student must perform on Seminar at least two times during the

semester.

The student must perform in at least two ensembles, one large and one small, each semester.
The student must not have more than one unexcused absence.
Assigned material should be completed on time, must be performed accurately, and must show superior quality.
The student is required to play a minimum of 12 etudes each semester.

B. to receive the grade of “B” for the course:

1. The student must perform on Seminar at least once during the

semester.

2. The student must perform in at least two ensembles, one large and one

small, each semester.

The student is required to play a minimum of 10 etudes each semester.
The student must not have more than two unexcused absences.
Assigned materials should be completed on time, must be performed accurately, and must show excellent quality.

C. to receive the grade of “C” for the course:

The student must perform on Seminar at least once during the semester.
The student must perform in at least two ensembles, one large and one small, each semester.
The student is required to play a minimum of 8 etudes each semester.
The student must not have more than two unexcused absences.
Assigned materials should be completed on time, must be performed accurately, and must show good quality.

D. A student who fails to complete the above requirements will receive either “D” or “F” according to the degree of non-compliance.

Incompletes, or the grade of “I,” will not be given unless it is considered in the best interest of the student.

Note: When performance assignments (Ensemble or solo performances on programs representing the department) are given to students, they are expected to follow them to the letter, and accept their responsibilities with the attitude in which they were given, i.e., to help the students grow musically.

Students who fail to do so will have their grades lowered accordingly.