MCCCD Program Description

Class Guitar III

Course: MUP227

First Term: 1989 Fall

Lec + Lab 2 Credit(s) 3 Period(s) 2.7 Load
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: S

Description: Additional fingerboard positions. Ensemble techniques and performance

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Demonstrate accurate count and rhythm concentration. (I) 2. Utilize dynamics, shading, and tone coloring to shape the music. (I) 3. Play higher positions on the fretboard. (I) 4. Sight read music more fluently. (I) 5. Read under and follow a conductor. (II) 6. Play with other guitarists in unison as well as solo parts. (II) 7. Tune to each other. (II) 8. Perform with one another in front of other guitarists and audiences. (III) 9. Explore various composers and styles of music of related guitar-literature. (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. Technique A. Count and rhythm concentration B. Dynamics, shading, and tone coloring C. Higher positions D. Sight reading II. Ensemble Playing A. Conductor`s beat B. Part playing 1. Blending with other guitarists during unison 2. Solo parts C. Tuning III. Performance A. Fellow classmate evaluation B. Instructor evaluation C. Audience IV. Repertoire A. Various musical styles 1. Classical 2. Popular 3. Other B. Part music C. Various composers

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 2/14/1989

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