Art and Design
College Band (MUS202)
This course covers the performance of band literature with emphasis on excellence in musical performance and development of professional musicianship. Class members will participate in rehearsals and concerts.
Prequisites
Prerequisites: Approval of instructor.
Recommended: Experience with instrumental performance.
Learner Outcomes
- Demonstrate having supplemented an understanding of the creative music tradition through performing the music of important composers and arrangers in the Big Band idiom.
- Demonstrate having acquired training in musicality, phrasing, ensemble playing, and technical proficiency on his or her instrument.
- Demonstrate artistic growth and personal enrichment through the performance of band music.
- Demonstrate having gained practical musical experience through performing various genres and styles.
Section - ENR4003-024
32 Contact Hrs | Sarah Tochiki | Kauai Community College | $156
Band (MUS202)
Repertoire and Grouping
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Will will alternate small group and large group playing.
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The large group will play standard concert band literature, with rehearsals limited to 30 minute intervals, with breaks between intervals to allow for ventilation.
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The larger ensemble will be divided into three chamber groups: brass ensemble, woodwind ensemble, and percussion ensemble. Each group will have their own repertoire.
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If needed. Additional Curriculum:
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Online video lessons will be provided in music theory and music history.
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Students will be provided with method books and solo repertoire for individual practice and growth.
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At least one private lesson via video conferencing will be offered per student, as requested, during the semester
College Orchestra
This course provides an opportunity for orchestral musicians to perform repertoire ranging from Renaissance and Baroque to contemporary popular music.
Prequisites
Prerequisites: Approval of instructor.
Recommended: Minimum of one year's study on an instrument and experience in reading music.
Section - ENR4004-024
34 Contact Hrs | Sarah Tochiki | Kauai Community College | $156
Orchestra (MUS 203S)
Repertoire and Grouping
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Will will alternate small group and large group playing.
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The large group will play standard orchestral literature, with rehearsals limited to 30 minute intervals, with breaks between intervals to allow for ventilation.
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The larger ensemble will be divided into three chamber groups: string orchestra, brass ensemble, and woodwind ensemble. Each group will have their own repertoire.
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Jazz Ensemble (MUS204)
Performance of stage band literature from swing to contemporary periods. Study of jazz concepts, including improvisation.
Prequisites
Prerequisites: Approval of instructor.
Recommended: Audition.
Learner Outcomes
- Demonstrate an improvement in one's ability to improvise over a variety of musical styles.
- Demonstrate having gained practical musical experience through performing various instrumentals and vocal styles.
- Demonstrate recognition of various styles, genres, and rhythms in the jazz idiom, including swing, rock, funk, and Afro-Cuban.
- Demonstrate having supplemented their understanding of the creative music tradition through performing the music of important composers and arrangers in the jazz idiom.
- Demonstrate having acquired training in jazz musicality, phrasing, and ensemble playing.
- Demonstrate artistic growth and personal enrichment through the performance of jazz music.
Music
College Band (MUS202)
This course covers the performance of band literature with emphasis on excellence in musical performance and development of professional musicianship. Class members will participate in rehearsals and concerts.
Prequisites
Prerequisites: Approval of instructor.
Recommended: Experience with instrumental performance.
Learner Outcomes
- Demonstrate having supplemented an understanding of the creative music tradition through performing the music of important composers and arrangers in the Big Band idiom.
- Demonstrate having acquired training in musicality, phrasing, ensemble playing, and technical proficiency on his or her instrument.
- Demonstrate artistic growth and personal enrichment through the performance of band music.
- Demonstrate having gained practical musical experience through performing various genres and styles.
Section - ENR4003-024
32 Contact Hrs | Sarah Tochiki | Kauai Community College | $156
Band (MUS202)
Repertoire and Grouping
-
Will will alternate small group and large group playing.
-
The large group will play standard concert band literature, with rehearsals limited to 30 minute intervals, with breaks between intervals to allow for ventilation.
-
The larger ensemble will be divided into three chamber groups: brass ensemble, woodwind ensemble, and percussion ensemble. Each group will have their own repertoire.
-
If needed. Additional Curriculum:
-
Online video lessons will be provided in music theory and music history.
-
Students will be provided with method books and solo repertoire for individual practice and growth.
-
At least one private lesson via video conferencing will be offered per student, as requested, during the semester
College Orchestra
This course provides an opportunity for orchestral musicians to perform repertoire ranging from Renaissance and Baroque to contemporary popular music.
Prequisites
Prerequisites: Approval of instructor.
Recommended: Minimum of one year's study on an instrument and experience in reading music.
Section - ENR4004-024
34 Contact Hrs | Sarah Tochiki | Kauai Community College | $156
Orchestra (MUS 203S)
Repertoire and Grouping
-
Will will alternate small group and large group playing.
-
The large group will play standard orchestral literature, with rehearsals limited to 30 minute intervals, with breaks between intervals to allow for ventilation.
-
The larger ensemble will be divided into three chamber groups: string orchestra, brass ensemble, and woodwind ensemble. Each group will have their own repertoire.
-
Jazz Ensemble (MUS204)
Performance of stage band literature from swing to contemporary periods. Study of jazz concepts, including improvisation.
Prequisites
Prerequisites: Approval of instructor.
Recommended: Audition.
Learner Outcomes
- Demonstrate an improvement in one's ability to improvise over a variety of musical styles.
- Demonstrate having gained practical musical experience through performing various instrumentals and vocal styles.
- Demonstrate recognition of various styles, genres, and rhythms in the jazz idiom, including swing, rock, funk, and Afro-Cuban.
- Demonstrate having supplemented their understanding of the creative music tradition through performing the music of important composers and arrangers in the jazz idiom.
- Demonstrate having acquired training in jazz musicality, phrasing, and ensemble playing.
- Demonstrate artistic growth and personal enrichment through the performance of jazz music.
