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General Information

Course ID (CB01A and CB01B)
MUSI D025.
Course Title (CB02)
Applied Music
Course Credit Status
Credit - Degree Applicable
Effective Term
Fall 2021
Course Description
This course is an individualized study of the appropriate techniques and repertoire for the specific instrument or voice being studied. Emphasis is on the progressive development of skills needed for solo performance. Achievement is evaluated through a juried performance. The laboratory will include activities such as individual one on one music instruction and group meetings, as well as faculty-supervised on-campus practice. This course requires technical command of the instrument and basic knowledge of musicianship.
Faculty Requirements
Course Family
Not Applicable

Course Justification

This course provides individual instruction in solo vocal and instrumental techniques and performance. This course is transferable to CSU and UC. It belongs on the Liberal Arts A.A. degree and prepares students for university auditions and public performance.

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 160

Units and Hours

Summary

Minimum Credit Units
1.0
Maximum Credit Units
1.0

Weekly Student Hours

TypeIn ClassOut of Class
Lecture Hours0.00.0
Laboratory Hours3.00.0

Course Student Hours

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

Prerequisite(s)

Placement by audition; and MUSI D003A, MUSI D003B, MUSI D003C, MUSI D004A, MUSI D004B or MUSI D004C (may be taken concurrently) and MUSI D015A, MUSI D015B, MUSI D020., MUSI D021., MUSI D022., MUSI D031., MUSI D034., MUSI D042. or MUSI D045. (may be taken concurrently)

Corequisite(s)

Advisory(ies)

Limitation(s) on Enrollment

Entrance Skill(s)

(Student must audition or meet course prerequisite(s).)

General Course Statement(s)

Methods of Instruction

Individual instruction on specific instrument or voice

Discussion and problem solving performed in class

Extended projects

Other: in-class critique of student performances

Assignments

  1. Two hours of daily assigned practice of assigned technical exercises and repertoire
  2. Assimilation of Instructor corrections by subsequent lessons or class meetings
  3. Rehearsal as appropriate for final performance

Methods of Evaluation

  1. Individual final performance exam before a jury of music faculty, assessed for individual improvement
  2. Critiques of in-class performances to assess progress and assimilation of assigned material
  3. Evaluation of comprehension and improvement in instrumental or vocal technique through documented individual instruction and practice

Essential Student Materials/Essential College Facilities

Essential Student Materials: 
  • Access to a piano
  • Students should supply their own instrument for guitar, brass, woodwind, and string sections
  • Some larger instruments may be provided by the Music department, as well as percussion instruments
Essential College Facilities:
  • Acoustically adequate music room with grand piano

Examples of Primary Texts and References

AuthorTitlePublisherDate/EditionISBN
Individual instructors may select texts; however, most of the selected music materials as appropriate to the specific instrument/voice, and the individual student's progress and needs, are contained in the instrumental and choral libraries.

Examples of Supporting Texts and References

AuthorTitlePublisher
None.

Learning Outcomes and Objectives

Course Objectives

  • Acquire performance skills.
  • Recognize and apply performance requirements of various historical/stylistic periods
  • Employ strong solo and chamber ensemble performance skills
  • Perform an acquired repertoire of appropriate musical works.

CSLOs

  • Improve the ability to rehearse and perform as an individual and/or ensemble.

  • Demonstrate acquired musical skills through final public performance.

Outline

  1. Acquire performance skills.
    1. Rhythmic accuracy and articulation
    2. Fingering, hand and bow positions, embouchure
    3. Mental concepts of correct tonal production including diaphragmatic breathing
    4. Develop accurate intonation skills
    5. Develop strong, regular practice habits and repertoire preparation
    6. For singers, use diction appropriate to language and style
    7. For singers, solos in a minimum of three languages selected from English, Italian, German, Latin, Spanish, or French is expected
    8. For jazz singers or instrumentalists, perform improvised solos as applicable
  2. Recognize and apply performance requirements of various historical/stylistic periods
    1. Expression markings
    2. Phrasing, tempo, and dynamic indications
    3. Ornamentation, cadenzas, improvisation
    4. Stylistic rhythmic variations
  3. Employ strong solo and chamber ensemble performance skills
    1. Proper posture
    2. Memorization
    3. Communication with audience
    4. Performance etiquette
    5. Performer responsibilities
    6. Communication of phrasing and balance in chamber ensembles
    7. Employ appropriate blend when working with accompanist
  4. Perform an acquired repertoire of appropriate musical works.
    1. Representative repertoire of various periods of music
    2. Frequent in-class performances for critique and discussion
    3. Performances for recitals, programs, special events
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