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Private Instruction: Euphonium
Course: MUP151AY

First Term: 2017 Fall
 Lec + Lab   1.0 Credit(s)   0.6 Period(s)   0 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: Z - Zero Load


Description: Private Instruction emphasizing developmental improvement of musicianship and technique from an entering skill level. Four course sequence required of all music majors meeting departmental requirements. Instruction provided on voice, piano, harpsichord, organ, guitar, trumpet, French horn, trombone, euphonium, tuba, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, violin, viola, violoncello, contrabass, bass guitar, and percussion.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Demonstrate euphonium technique commensurate with proficiency level. (I)
2. Demonstrate elements of musicianship during performance. (II)
3. Perform a variety of euphonium literature commensurate with proficiency level. (III)
4. Perform selected pieces in a public form. (IV)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Euphonium technique
   A. Breathing
   B. Relaxation
   C. Tonguing
   D. Embouchure
   E. Fingering
   F. Scales
   G. Technical exercises
II. Musicianship
   A. Dynamics
   B. Rhythm
   C. Phrasing
   D. Interpretation
   E. Intonation
III. Euphonium literature
   A. Baroque
   B. Classical
   C. Romantic
   D. Twentieth century
IV. Performance
   A. Recital (school)
   B. Jury
   C. Community (optional)
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: May 23, 2017

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