All courses in ensemble techniques are available only to student for the degree of Bachelor of Music except where specified.
3221
Brass Techniques I
meets one hour per week. Practical study, in a class situation, of the basic techniques of playing brass instruments.
CH: 1
3222
Brass Techniques II
meets one hour per week. A continuation of MUS 3221. Students whose Principal Applied Study is a brass instrument must have the permission of the instructor to take this course.
CH: 1
3231
Flute Techniques
meets one hour per week. Practical study, in a class situation, of the basic techniques of playing the flute.
CH: 1
UL: may not be taken for credit by students whose Principal Applied Study is flute.
3232
Single Reed Techniques
meets one hour per week. Practical study, in a class situation, of the basic techniques of playing the clarinet and/or saxophone.
CH: 1
PR: permission of the instructor for students whose Principal Applied Study is clarinet or saxophone.
3233
Double Reed Techniques
meets one hour per week. Practical study, in a class situation, of the basic techniques of playing the oboe and/or bassoon.
CH: 1
PR: permission of the instructor for students whose Principal Applied Study is oboe or bassoon.
3241
Upper String Techniques
meets one hour per week. Practical study, in a class situation, of the basic techniques of playing the violin and viola.
CH: 1
UL: may not be taken for credit by students whose Principal Applied Study is violin or viola
3242
Lower String Techniques
meets one hour per week. Practical study, in a class situation, of the basic techniques of playing the cello and string bass.
CH: 1
PR: permission of the instructor for students whose Principal Applied Study is cello or string bass.
3261
Guitar Techniques
meets one hour per week. Practical study, in a class situation, of the basic techniques of playing the guitar.
CH: 1
UL: may not be taken for credit by students whose Principal Applied Study is guitar.
3271
Organ Techniques
- inactive course.
3272
Harpsichord Techniques
- inactive course.
3281
Percussion Techniques I
meets one hour per week. Practical study, in a class situation, of the basic techniques of playing percussion instruments.
CH: 1
UL: may not be taken for credit by students whose Principal Applied Study is percussion.
3282
Percussion Techniques II
meets one hour per week and is a continuation of MUS 3281.
CH: 1
PR: MUS 3281
UL: may not be taken for credit by students whose Principal Applied Study is percussion.
3300
Introduction to Ensemble Leadership
is an introductory course on ensemble leadership in both choral and instrumental settings. Beginning with an overview of leadership concepts and theories, the course helps students situate themselves within the variety of approaches to organisational leadership, helping them develop conceptual and practical understanding of leadership in their own musical lives. The course then moves to the application of leadership in both choral and instrumental contexts with an emphasis on the development of practical and artistic elements, including but not limited to: conducting techniques, rehearsal techniques, applied aural skills, score study, musical interpretation.
AR: attendance is required
CR: the former MUS 3311, 3312, 3313, 3314
PR: MUS 240B
3301
Introduction to Ensemble Leadership
is continuation of MUS 3300, with further emphasis placed on reflexive leadership development, and practical and artistic development in ensemble leadership settings, including but not limited to: conducting techniques, rehearsal techniques, applied aural skills, score study, musical interpretation.
AR: attendance is required
PR: Music 3301