Directed observation and teaching in middle school and high school; required for certification in Pre-K-12 and Choral Music 6-12. Prerequisite: 206; admission to the teacher education program; admission to student teaching.
A study of the art and science of teaching piano at the beginning and intermediate levels. Topics include teaching philosophy, learning styles and theories, individual and group instruction, teaching techniques, methods and materials, motivation and practice, technology, and the business aspects of creating and maintaining a private music studio. Class experiences include readings, discussion, presentations, observations, and practice teaching. Offered as needed.
The course is designed as a practical introduction to choral arranging with exposure to pertinent elements of orchestration/instrumentation. Students will explore the art of choral arranging through critical evaluation, study of copyright, research of suitable source material, as well as examination of voicing, range, transposition, balance, notation, and texture. The course features guest speakers (brass, woodwind, and string specialists) and culminates with a forum performance of student arrangements. Students will use Finale software for arranging projects. Prerequisites: 205.
A survey of advanced literature for stringed keyboard instuments from the end of the 16th century to the present as it relates to both teaching and performing. consideration of the principal historical eras, composers and genres of keyboard music. Includes a critical assessment of important stylistic and formal features of representative works through directed reading, score examination, listening, and performance. Offered as needed. Prerequisite: 152.
A treble choral ensemble drawn from all major areas in the university. This ensemble performs two major choral concerts each semester including the "A Viterbo Christmas." This chorale performs a variety of literature, including classical, gospel, folk, and pop. The chorale rehearses twice weekly and is open to all soprano and alto singers. No audition required-only a voice placement hearing with the director to establish each singers voice part in the choir. Restricted to students with junior standing or higher. May be repeated for credit. AE
Concert Choir is an auditioned, mixed choral ensemble of 70+ singers drawn from all major areas in the university. The choir performs literature from all musical eras including a wide range of genres and stylistic periods. The choir performs two major concerts per semester including "A Viterbo Christmas" and sings for events on campus and in the community. The choir embarks on an annual regional or national tour has the opportunity to travel every fourth year for an international tour. Emphasis on excellence in musicianship and performance. Enrollment by audition. Restricted to students with junior or senior standing. May be repeated for credit. AE
A select treble show choir ensemble drawn from all major areas in the college community. Emphasis on performing literature from the pop, rock and Broadway repertoire. Combines voice, movement, and stage presence into one package. Opportunity to work with professional choreographers and to explore a wide variety of song styles and movement. Enrollment by audition. Restricted to students with junior and senior standing. May be repeated for credit. AE
A select, small (12-18 voices) choral ensemble dedicated to performing classical, jazz, Broadway, and pop repertoire. Choreography and solo singing may be included in this versatile organization. Enrollment by audition. Restricted to students with junior standing or higher. May be repeated for credit. AE
A class designed for the music education concentration with emphasis on the development of childrens listening, performance, literacy, and creative-expressive skills. Students will learn how to: 1) design age-appropriate lesson plans; 2) structure the classroom environment; 3) apply classic techniques of Orff, Kodaly, Dalcroze and other emerging pedagogies; 4) measure and grade musical progress; 5) teach through the multiple intelligences; 6) teach through a range of student learners including those with learning disabilities; 7) teach multicultural music; 8) apply phonetics to the teaching of literacy through music; and 9) provide opportunity for aesthetic experiences. This course will help students discover the joy and intellectual challenges that come from sharing music with children. Prerequisites: EDUC 150, 215; acceptance into teacher education (music education concentration).
The study of teaching choral music and directing techniques for middle/junior high and senior high school. Topics include rehearsal techniques, repertoire, voicing, curriculum design, classroom management, learning styles, teaching strategies, strategies for teaching students with disabilities, the changing voice, and philosophy. Emphasis on the total years program in perspective with performances and understanding the non-musical responsibilities of a middle/junior high and high school teacher. The course also focuses on the development, application, and refinement of musical and interpersonal skills needed for teaching in a secondary setting. Offered every third semester. Prerequisites: 265, EDUC 150 (music ed concentration).