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General Information

Course ID (CB01A and CB01B)
MUSID020.
Course Title (CB02)
°®¶¹´«Ã½ Chorale
Course Credit Status
Credit - Degree Applicable
Effective Term
Fall 2023
Course Description
This course includes study and performance of traditional, classical and contemporary choral literature, as well as cultivation of performance skills in accompanied music (including piano, orchestra, and band). Student attendance at all scheduled performances is required. Enrollment is open to all students. An introductory placement hearing will assess pitch-matching ability and determine vocal range and appropriate choral part.
Faculty Requirements
Course Family
Not Applicable

Course Justification

This course is CSU and UC transferable. The course fulfills a requirement for the AA Music degree. It also fulfills the performance ensemble requirement at CSU and UC schools for music majors. This course provides students an introductory choral experience which leads successful students to more advanced choral ensembles, such as Vintage Singers. This course also provides experience in literature written for chorus and orchestra.

Foothill Equivalency

Does the course have a Foothill equivalent?
No
Foothill Course ID

Course Philosophy

Formerly Statement

Course Development Options

Basic Skill Status (CB08)
Course is not a basic skills course.
Grade Options
  • Letter Grade
  • Pass/No Pass
Repeat Limit
5

Transferability & Gen. Ed. Options

Transferability
Transferable to both UC and CSU
C-IDArea(s)StatusDetails
MUSMusicApprovedC-ID MUS 180

Units and Hours

Summary

Minimum Credit Units
2.0
Maximum Credit Units
2.0

Weekly Student Hours

TypeIn ClassOut of Class
Lecture Hours1.02.0
Laboratory Hours3.00.0

Course Student Hours

Course Duration (Weeks)
12.0
Hours per unit divisor
36.0
Course In-Class (Contact) Hours
Lecture
12.0
Laboratory
36.0
Total
48.0
Course Out-of-Class Hours
Lecture
24.0
Laboratory
0.0
NA
0.0
Total
24.0

Prerequisite(s)

Corequisite(s)

Advisory(ies)

ESL D261. and ESL D265., or ESL D461. and ESL D465., or eligibility for EWRT D001A or EWRT D01AH or ESL D005.

Limitation(s) on Enrollment

Entrance Skill(s)

General Course Statement(s)

Methods of Instruction

Lecture and visual aids

Homework and extended projects

Collaborative learning and small group exercises

Other: Guest clinicians

In-class performances

Assignments

  1. Weekly practice and preparation of assigned musical selections
  2. preparation for participation at weekly rehearsals
  3. Apply good choral technique to music learning
  4. Preparation for performances and special events, which may include performances on or off campus. Preparation also includes having proper uniform and understanding stage etiquette

Methods of Evaluation

  1. Students will demonstrate knowledge of music in small group in-class performances
  2. Students are expected to participate in class activities by having proper materials in class (such as pencil and sheet music), as well as by demonstrating proper rehearsal techniques(including good posture and vocal technique)
  3. Students will demonstrate knowledge, independence, accuracy, and interpretation of the assigned repertoire (including pitch, rhythmic precision, dynamics, intonation, blend and balance) through testing during the quarter
  4. Students will participate in dress rehearsals and final quarterly concert and other special events, which may include performances on or off campus. Events may include festivals, competitions and tours.

Essential Student Materials/Essential College Facilities

Essential Student Materials: 
  • Access to a piano (practice rooms available at °®¶¹´«Ã½ College) and a record/playback device
Essential College Facilities:
  • A competent, professional accompanist
  • A rehearsal hall with good acoustics, a piano, and chalkboard
  • Audio and projection system
  • Choral library with at least 500 selected choral octavos
  • Choral risers (5 sections) for performances
  • Recording facilities for rehearsal, study, and recording of performances

Examples of Primary Texts and References

AuthorTitlePublisherDate/EditionISBN
None.

Examples of Supporting Texts and References

AuthorTitlePublisher
Materials will be selected from the college choral library as well as additional purchased music

Learning Outcomes and Objectives

Course Objectives

  • Develop knowledge of a variety of diverse choral repertoire, including traditional works, such as oratorio, cantatas, motets and madrigals, as well as contemporary genres, such as folk, barbershop and music theater songs
  • Apply appropriate vocal and choral rehearsal techniques in group singing
  • Develop performance discipline and skills
  • Recognize basic choral music notations
  • Participate as a member of an organized performance ensemble

CSLOs

  • Demonstrate skills learned in class, such as proper vocal technique and correct notes and rhythms, that are critical to a successful chorale performance.

  • Perform major choral works with orchestra.

Outline

  1. Develop knowledge of a variety of diverse choral repertoire, including traditional works, such as oratorio, cantatas, motets and madrigals, as well as contemporary genres, such as folk, barbershop and music theater songs
    1. Music for rehearsal and performance will be chosen from the Baroque, Renaissance, Classical, Romantic, Impressionistic, Post-romantic, and Contemporary eras
    2. Compositions and arrangements representing diverse genders and cultures from these time periods will be represented
    3. Occasional works requiring instrumental group accompaniment will also be covered
    4. Religious and secular works including motets, cantatas, anthems, music for holiday seasons, novelty and comedy numbers, and settings by contemporary composers
  2. Apply appropriate vocal and choral rehearsal techniques in group singing
    1. Acuity of intonation and harmonic perception
    2. Distinctive choral tone in relation to the style of music
    3. Development of rhythmic vitality and accuracy
    4. Diction and phonetic precision
    5. Phrasing, shaping melodic lines, and nuance
    6. Control of dynamics and expressiveness
    7. Sensitivity and responsiveness to direction
  3. Develop performance discipline and skills
    1. Physical and mental self control
    2. Good posture and accurate, focused tonal production
    3. Sensitivity to flaws in intonation and rhythm
    4. Use of repetitive techniques in rehearsal
    5. Awareness of correcting mistakes by group effort in performance
  4. Recognize basic choral music notations
    1. Recognizing variances in expression markings (Italian, German, French, etc.)
    2. Understanding concepts of tonality in literature
    3. Awareness of rhythmic patterns, including hemiola, syncopation, etc.
    4. Discerning between chord clusters and out-of-tune singing
    5. Phrase, tempo, and dynamic indications
    6. Modal and diatonic harmony
  5. Participate as a member of an organized performance ensemble
    1. Importance of self-readiness and contribution
    2. Memorization of music
    3. Communication within the ensemble and to the audience
    4. Understanding human differences and individual choral sounds
    5. Working together in small groups within the larger ensemble
    6. Helping with tasks such as preparing posters, advertising, ticket sales, etc.
    7. Moving equipment for performances
    8. Being responsible for care of music, folders, performance attire
    9. Learning performance etiquette and recognition of audience response
    10. Contributing to and enjoying the excellence of performance

Lab Topics

  1. Students will rehearse selected repertoire.
  2. Students will practice correct phrasing of musical passages (including breathing spots and dynamics).
  3. Students will practice achieving balance and good intonation within the ensemble.
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