MUS 198 - Guitar Ensemble

Description
Membership by audition held at the beginning of the fall semester. The Guitar Ensemble studies and performs works from original and transcribed sources. Repertoire ranges from Renaissance through modern music. The ensemble has from 2 to 4 performances per semester. This course satisfies the major ensemble requirement for students who choose guitar as their major instrument. It is recommended that students have skill with music reading on the guitar and a solid foundation in classical guitar technique prior to enrolling in this course.

Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisite(s): None
Math Prerequisite(s): None
Course Corequisite(s): None
Academic Program Prerequisite: None
Consent to Enroll in Course: No Department Consent Required
Dual Enrollment Allowed?: Yes
Course Fees: $10.00
Number of Times Course can be taken for credit: 4
Programs Where This Course is a Requirement:
Associate of Music, A.M., Music, A.M. (Western Michigan University), Recording Technology, A.M.

General Education Requirement:
None
General Education Learner Outcomes (GELO):
NA
Course Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of ensemble performance practice.

2. Perform on the guitar using correct stylistic practices for ensembles.

3. Experience performance interpretations of various conductors.

4. Perform sight-reading on classical guitar.

5. Improve performance in aural skills.

6. Know and use active listening skills.

7. Complete work accurately, with attention to detail.

8. Manage time effectively.

9. Work well in teams and with others.

Course Outline:
Week I. Listen individually to new members. Organize into section. Begin working on music. Learn the basics of following a conductor.

Weeks II-V. Work on Music for first performances. Teach and practice performance etiquette.

Week VI. First performance.

Weeks VII-XV. Work on new music for upcoming performances. Practice performance etiquette.

Week XVI. End of semester performance.

Approved for Online and Hybrid Delivery?:
No
Instructional Strategies:
Demonstration: 5-10%

Guided Listening: 5-20%

Sight-Reading: 5-10%

Score Analysis: 5-40%

Rehearsal: 50-90%
Mandatory Course Components:
Attendance at all rehearsals and concerts
Equivalent Courses:
None

Accepted GRCC Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Credit: None
AP Min. Score: NA
Name of Industry Recognize Credentials: None

Course prepares students to seek the following external certification:
No
Course-Specific Placement Test: None
Course Aligned with ARW/IRW Pairing: IRW 97, IRW 98, IRW 99

Mandatory Department Assessment Measures:
None

Course Type:
Program Requirement- Offering designed to meet the learning needs of students in a specific GRCC program.
Course Format:
Music Ensembles - 1:2-3
Total Music Ensemble Hours Per Week: 3
People Soft Course ID Number: 102655
Course CIP Code: 50.09
Maximum Course Enrollment: 25
General Room Request: An Ensemble rehearsal room is the best. A classroom can work.

High School Articulation Agreements exist?: No
If yes, with which high schools?: NA
Non-Credit GRCC Articulation Agreement With What Area: No
Identify the Non Credit Programs this Course is Accepted: NA

School: School of Liberal Arts
Department: Music
Discipline: MUS
Faculty Credential Requirements:
Master’s Degree (GRCC general requirement), Other (list below)
Faculty Credential Requirement Details:
The instructor must be an excellent musician with an understanding and expertise in a variety of styles of music. The instructor must also be a skilled conductor as well as a proficient guitarist. The instructor must possess at least a Master’s Degree in music or commensurate experience in directing Guitar Ensembles.

Major Course Revisions: N/A
Last Revision Date Effective: 20230223T17:57:02
Course Review & Revision Year: 2027-2028