Topics: Solo Repertoire

Topics in Music Performance II: Solo Repertoire and Performance MU4150

Course Description:

This course is a comprehensive study of instrumental music and theory through the idioms of instrumental and repertoire. Largely self-paced, this course provides students the opportunity to learn the music repertoire and performance practice of their chosen instrument in the academic setting. Students learn playing techniques, note reading, chords, harmony, rhythm, and pitch. Students choose their primary instrument (or voice). The course includes written music theory assignments, assigned songs to learn and perform for the instructor, a semester exam, and in-class performances. There is no prerequisite for this course. Students of all levels and experience are eligible. Repeatable for credit.

Course Meeting Pattern:

Friday, 2:30 PM

2-3 self-guided practice sessions per week with periodic lessons with teacher