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DESCRIPTION: This full-year course is designed for students playing an orchestral string instrument who have not yet developed the skills necessary to be placed in intermediate or advanced orchestra. The emphasis is on the development and remediation of musical skills rather than public performance. Membership in this class is subject to the approval of the instrumental music teacher. COURSE
OBJECTIVES:
This course will enable students to:
1. Gain an appreciation of and a sensitivity to various musical styles.
2. Developing skills, technique, and the musical discipline necessary to become a member of one of the performing organizations. These skills include:
a. Reading music:
Reading musical meters and playing basic rhythmic patterns.
Observing key signatures and performing simple melodic figures.
b. Holding the instrument properly.
c. Using the bow properly.
d. Using correct left hand technique.
e. Playing in tune with good tone quality.
f. Understanding the basic musical terminology.
g. Performing in first position.
h. Tuning the instruments correctly.
i. Sight reading simple musical selections.
j. Listening with discrimination to selected recordings
DESCRIPTION: This full year course aimed primarily at teaching the fundamentals of string playing and performance of intermediate orchestral literature in an acceptable manner. Membership is subject to the approval of the instrumental teacher. The wind and percussion players should be added periodically to perform the orchestral literature. All members should be alerted to the opportunity of participation in the Prince George's County Youth Orchestras.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
This course will enable students to:
1. Gain an appreciation of and a sensitivity to various musical styles.
2. Developing skills and technique necessary to perform music on an intermediate level. These skills include:
a. Reading music:
Reading musical meters and rhythmic patterns of moderate complexity.
Performing scales and melodic figures in keys of moderate difficulty.
b. Stressing proper playing habits.
c. Continuing emphasis on good intonation and tone quality.
d. Understanding the musical terminology included in the materials used in the class.
e. Continuing work on higher positions.
f. Sight reading intermediate music.
g. Listening to selected recordings in order to develop an awareness of the basic components of music.
DESCRIPTION: In this course emphasis will be placed on a high standard of musical excellence in the preparation and performance of orchestral literature. The orchestra provides an opportunity for string instrumentalists to continue their instruction and to gain performing experience on a daily basis. Membership in this class is subject to the approval of the instrumental teacher. Small group or ensemble instruction should be scheduled. All members should be encouraged to participate in the Prince George's County Youth Orchestras.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
This course will enable students to:
1. Gain an appreciation of and a sensitivity to various musical styles.
2. Developing skills and techniques necessary to perform music on an advanced level. These skills include:
a. Reading music:
Reading complex meters and rhythmic patterns as found in the orchestral literature.
Performing scales and melodic figures in keys found in the standard orchestral literature.
b. Stressing proper playing habits.
c. Continuing emphasis on good intonation and tone quality.
d. Understanding the musical terminology included in the materials used in the class.
e. Use of positions demanded by the orchestral repertoire.
f. Stressing independent tuning of instruments.
g. Sight reading compositions of a moderately advanced level.
h. Listening to selected recordings in order to develop an awareness of the components of music and of various period/cultural styles