Music Ensemble

This course emphasizes appropriate vocal production, diction and foreign language pronunciation, choral techniques, proper breathing and performance presence. It is designed to assist in the development of rehearsal and performance skills in choral music. Sacred and secular musical styles representative of the breadth of existing choral literature are studied for performance. The ensemble performs for various university-related events and presents several off-campus performances each semester. Music is provided by the University. Students may be required to purchase concert and/or travel attire at minimal cost. Ensemble scholarships for course tuition are available through audition. Participation in the course is by audition and/or permission of director.

This course is designed to assist in the development of performance and rehearsal skills in applied instrumental music and to provide students with a survey of band literature, both sacred and secular, in a concert-band format. This group, which meets once a week and requires one to two performances per semester, is open to music major, non-music majors and community members. Musicians are responsible for providing their own instruments and may be required to purchase concert attire at a minimal cost. Music is provided by the College. Ensemble scholarships for course tuition are available through audition. Prerequisite: Previous instrumental experience at the high school level or private instrumental instruction

Chamber ensembles are small groups of instrumentalists and/or vocalists admitted by audition/approval of the director. While designed primarily as ancillary experiences, chamber ensembles may count toward the major ensemble requirement if approved by the coordinator of the music program. Students may be required to purchase concert attire at a minimal cost. Ensemble scholarships for course tuition are available through audition.

Chamber ensembles are small groups of instrumentalists and/or vocalists admitted by audition/approval of the director. While designed primarily as ancillary experiences, chamber ensembles may count toward the major ensemble requirement if approved by the coordinator of the music program. Students may be required to purchase concert attire at a minimal cost. Ensemble scholarships for course tuition are available through audition.

Chamber ensembles are small groups of instrumentalists and/or vocalists admitted by audition/approval of the director. While designed primarily as ancillary experiences, chamber ensembles may count toward the major ensemble requirement if approved by the coordinator of the music program. Students may be required to purchase concert attire at a minimal cost. Ensemble scholarships for course tuition are available through audition.

Chamber ensembles are small groups of instrumentalists and/or vocalists admitted by audition/approval of the director. While designed primarily as ancillary experiences, chamber ensembles may count toward the major ensemble requirement if approved by the coordinator of the music program. Students may be required to purchase concert attire at a minimal cost. Ensemble scholarships for course tuition are available through audition.

Chamber ensembles are small groups of instrumentalists and/or vocalists admitted by audition/approval of the director. While designed primarily as ancillary experiences, chamber ensembles may count toward the major ensemble requirement if approved by the coordinator of the music program. Students may be required to purchase concert attire at a minimal cost. Ensemble scholarships for course tuition are available through audition.

Ensembles are small groups of instrumentalists and/or vocalists admitted by audition/approval of the director. While designed primarily as ancillary experiences, chamber ensembles may count toward the major ensemble requirement if approved by the coordinator of the music program. Students may be required to purchase concert attire at a minimal cost. Ensemble scholarships for course tuittion are available through audition,.

Chamber ensembles are small groups of instrumentalists and/or vocalists admitted by audition/approval of the director. While designed primarily as ancillary experiences, chamber ensembles may count toward the major ensemble requirement if approved by the coordinator of the music program. Students may be required to purchase concert attire at a minimal cost. Ensemble scholarships for course tuition are available through audition.

Chamber ensembles are small groups of instrumentalists and/or vocalists admitted by audition/approval of the director. While designed primarily as ancillary experiences, chamber ensembles may count toward the major ensemble requirement if approved by the coordinator of the music program. Students may be required to purchase concert attire at a minimal cost. Ensemble scholarships for course tuition are available through audition.

Course provides instrumentalists (music majors, minors, and non-music majors) with ensemble experience (small and large) through weekly rehearsals and public performances and increases knowledge of available instrumental ensemble literature.

This course provides an introduction to African drumming and dance traditions, focusing onfoundational techniques, rhythms, and movements from regions such as West Africa (Ghana, Togo, Benin, Nigeda) and Central Africa, Through hands-on instruction and ensemble performance, studentswill explore the cultural context, histo1y, and significance of these art forms. Emphasis will be placed on developing proficiency in drumming, dancing, and ensemble collaboration, Students are strongly encouraged to bring an audio or video recorder to class to help with practice, and to dress comfortably for dancing.

Opera provides a training ground for singing actors and presents a variety of music-theatre productions during the school year. Auditions are open to all.

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