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General Information

Course ID (CB01A and CB01B)
MUSI D041W
Course Title (CB02)
Rehearsal and Performance
Course Credit Status
Credit - Degree Applicable
Effective Term
Fall 2021
Course Description
This course provides supervised participation in various aspects of music rehearsal and performance.
Faculty Requirements
Course Family
Not Applicable

Course Justification

This course is transferable to UC and CSU. It belongs on the Music A.A. degree. It provides supervised participation in music rehearsal and performance in circumstances not covered by other courses, such as for musicals or operas.

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
0

Transferability & Gen. Ed. Options

Transferability
Transferable to both UC and CSU

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)

Placement by audition.

Corequisite(s)

Advisory(ies)

Limitation(s) on Enrollment

(Not open to students with credit in MUSI D041V.)

Entrance Skill(s)

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

General Course Statement(s)

Methods of Instruction

Discussion and problem solving performed in class

Homework and extended projects

Collaborative learning and small group exercises

Collaborative projects

Other: Musical rehearsals and performances

Assignments

  1. Varied individual and group assignments as indicated by instructor
  2. Daily preparation of musical exercises and/or repertoire
  3. Participation in rehearsals
  4. Participation in performances

Methods of Evaluation

  1. Ongoing assessment of student preparation of assigned material, as well as active classroom participation and responsiveness, evaluated on both objective quality, and individual improvement.
  2. Mid-term and Final tests to assess knowledge, independence, accuracy, and interpretation by completion of final performance of the assigned repertoire demonstrating correct intonation, phrasing balance, dynamics, and tone quality in the appropriate musical medium.
  3. Final performance demonstrating individual improvement in music skills appropriate to the focus of the course.

Essential Student Materials/Essential College Facilities

Essential Student Materials: 
  • Personal instrument and accessories (some instruments available for borrowing during the quarter)
Essential College Facilities:
  • Adequate rehearsal hall with rehearsal piano, sound system, etc.
  • Performance hall for performances
  • Basic supply of college-owned instruments (for instrumental classes)
  • Current audio recordings
  • Library of music repertoire for rehearsal and performance

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
Commissioned original compositions and arrangements

Learning Outcomes and Objectives

Course Objectives

  • Interpret musical works in the correct style and phrasing
  • Participate in rehearsals and performances
  • Detect and correct faulty intonation, rhythms, and tone quality
  • Prepare for public performance through individual practice
  • Demonstrate the value and importance of the special commitment to a performing group through consistent attendance and participation at rehearsals and concerts

CSLOs

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

  • Demonstrate acquired musical skills through final public performance.

Outline

  1. Interpret musical works in the correct style and phrasing
    1. Rehearse and perform music from various eras and genres appropriate to the focus of the project.
    2. Music representing diverse genres, time periods, genres, and cultures will be selected as appropriate to the focus of the project.
  2. Participate in rehearsals and performances
    1. Employ basic vocal and/or instrumental techniques
    2. Learn and employ appropriate performance behaviors
  3. Detect and correct faulty intonation, rhythms, and tone quality
    1. Learn to correct intonation through warm-ups, tuning procedures, and developing listening skills during rehearsals.
    2. Development of rhythmic vitality and accuracy.
    3. Use proper techniques for better tone quality as appropriate.
  4. Prepare for public performance through individual practice
    1. Repetition of assigned passages for perfection in daily practice.
    2. Use a metronome and/or tuning device in order to perfect intonation and performing at correct tempi.
  5. Demonstrate the value and importance of the special commitment to a performing group through consistent attendance and participation at rehearsals and concerts
    1. Appropriate concert behavior, attire, and stage setup.
    2. Proper care for instruments, music, folders.
    3. Contribute to the success of the group through responsibility and collaboration.

Lab Topics

  1. Students will rehearse selected repertoire.
  2. Students will practice correct phrasing and interpretation of musical passages.
  3. Students will practice ensemble balance and intonation.
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