MUSI 130 Chamber Choir

This course is a study of traditional choral chamber music with emphasis on master works by well-known composers such as Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, Haydn, Mozart, Brahms and so forth. It includes both sacred and secular music ranging from the Renaissance period to the contemporary. No audition is necessary but the student must be able to sing in tune. This course may be taken for credit 4 times.

Credits

0-1 Credit

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

0

Semester Contact Hours Lab

45

Semester Contact Hours Clinical

0

MUSI 130Chamber Choir

Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.

I. General Information

Department

II. Course Specification

Course Type

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Credit Hours Narrative

0-1 Credit

Semester Contact Hours Lecture

0

Semester Contact Hours Lab

45

Semester Contact Hours Clinical

0

Repeatable

Yes

III. Catalog Course Description

This course is a study of traditional choral chamber music with emphasis on master works by well-known composers such as Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, Haydn, Mozart, Brahms and so forth. It includes both sacred and secular music ranging from the Renaissance period to the contemporary. No audition is necessary but the student must be able to sing in tune. This course may be taken for credit 4 times.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• Describe and demonstrate good communication skills within the ensemble, regarding balance, blend, articulation, and performance techniques.
• Sing freely and expressively, regarding tone quality, resonance, diction, and breath management.
• Perform selected music proficiently, regarding pitch, rhythm, dynamics, and other markings indicated on the score.
• Analyze and interpret a new piece of music using skills acquired through previous music experiences (sight singing) demonstrating metacognition and mindfulness
• Evaluate and critique choral performances, both their own and others, and use critique to construct goals and plans for future performances applying a growth mindset

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies