MCCCD Program Description

Strings Methods I

Course: MUE110

First Term: 2019 Fall

Lec + Lab 1.0 Credit(s) 3.0 Period(s) 3.0 Load
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: T - Lab Load

Description: Practical class with emphasis on techniques of playing and teaching string instruments including tone control and literature.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Describe the various types of bows available for upper string instruments. (I) 2. Describe bowing techniques. (I, II) 3. Describe various teaching techniques for beginning level string players. (I, III, III) 4. Perform all major and chromatic scales. (I, II) 5. Study appropriate hand and fingering positions in all ranges. (I, II) 6. Perform easy to intermediate solo pieces. (II, III) 7. Describe appropriate solo and ensemble literature for various levels. (III) 8. Describe teaching method books for string instruments. (III)
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. Pedagogical approach to the instrument A. Bow selection for individual differences of students B. Holding the bow C. Holding the instrument D. Extending the range (higher and lower) E. Knowledge of both major and chromatic scales II. Playing technique A. Various hand positions B. Various fingerings for notes C. Bowing techniques D. Major and chromatic scales E. Pizzicato F. Double and triple stops III. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced solo and ensemble literature A. Solo literature B. Ensemble literature C. Method books

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: December 11, 2018

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