MUSC 6480 Advanced Conducting and Literature

A continuation of the skills learned in undergraduate conducting, this course is advanced study of the techniques of conducting vocal and instrumental ensembles with emphasis on the advanced development of one's individual style of conducting and rehearsing; score reading, analysis, and interpretation. Advanced study in choral and instrumental literature for high school choruses, bands, and/or orchestras.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

Graduate Standing in Music Education.

Typically Offered

Demorest: as needed

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Select age and developmentally appropriate literature for school performing ensembles.
2. Analyze an age level-appropriate musical score for his/her school ensemble.
3. Identify potential performance challenges for the ensemble member.
4. Devise a rehearsal plan for introducing, teaching, refining and performing the selected work.
5. View and analyze recordings of his/her conducting style.
6. Identify personal conducting style issues.
7. Apply conducting style to the performance of choral, band, and/or orchestral works.