MUSI 210 Outline

THE KING'S UNIVERSITY

COURSE NUMBER:

MUSI 210

COURSE TITLE:

Choral Ensemble Ia

NAME OF INSTRUCTOR:

Dr Melanie Turgeon

CREDIT WEIGHT AND WEEKLY TIME DISTRIBUTION:

credits 1.5(hrs lect 3 - hrs sem 0 - hrs lab 0)

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The acquisition of vocal technique in a large ensemble setting; the study and performance of choral repertoire.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

1.) Music

There are no required textbooks for this course, nor will you have to purchase any music. Music will be loaned to you for the duration of the term. You are responsible for the care of this music. A replacement fee will be levied for lost or damaged music. Final grades will also be withheld until all music has been either returned or paid for.

2.) Black Folder

Every student must have a black folder for performances.

3.) Concert Attire

The King's University will provide robes for you. In addition, women must wear black nylons and men must wear black socks; both men and women must wear black dress shoes (no casual shoes, boots, etc.). Men must also wear black dress pants, white shirts and a tie under their choir robe. If you have questions or concerns, please talk to the instructor.

4.) Pencil

All markings in your music must be made in pencil. You must bring at least one pencil to every rehearsal. Marks will be deducted for students who do not bring pencils and who do not make suggested markings. Students may occasionally be asked to hand in their music so that the instructor can evaluate the accuracy and completeness of their markings.

MARK DISTRIBUTION IN PERCENT:


Attendance	40%
Participation	20%
Singing Exams	40%

	100%

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

This course is designed to develop basic choral singing techniques and a general understanding of choral music and its history. The basics of vocal pedagogy will be covered, and students will also develop the sight-reading and listening skills required in choral ensembles. The instructor will share a text translation or interpretation, as well as a rudimentary formal analysis and/or synopsis of all music covered throughout the semester. The choir will prepare and perform both accompanied and a cappella music from various centuries. Repertoire will be of differing styles and in various languages.

Required texts, assignments, and grade distributions may vary from one offering of this course to the next. Please consult the course instructor for up to date details.