Expectations

Music 5-7 Classroom Expectations

M Make responsible choices (Be on time, prepared, and ready to participate

U Use Classroom instruments and Materials properly

S Show Respect (Speak, Sing, and Play when appropriate, don't interrupt others)

I Involve yourself in All classroom activities

C Cooperate with Other

Required Materials

1. a two-pocket folder for storing homework and handouts

2. a spiral notebook with blank paper

3. sharpened pencils (two or three)

4. your agenda

5. homework that is due

General Course Requirements

1. Attend all classes and be on time. 

2. Read and study assignments prior to class.

3. Participate in class discussions and activities.  (Quality participation is essential as is displaying respect toward classmates.)  

4. Complete and submit all assignments, projects, quizzes, and exams as scheduled.

More specific information can be found in each course's individual syllabus.

Student Learning Objectives

Intro to Theater (MVCC TH 193)

1. Demonstrate understanding of the differences between drama and theater

2. Explain the varied processes involved in the creation of a production

3. Recognize the varieties of theater experience in an historical context

4. See and critique a theater production outside of class and take guided tours of local theaters.

5. Recognize the components of a standard playhouse, including the various parts of the stage and their relation to blocking

6. Experience the steps necessary to transfer the written words of a script into actual performance

7. Recognize current trends in theater

Music Appreciation (MVCC HU 186)

1. Identify major musical styles

2. Relate the works of music to their cultural background and to a more global perspective.

3. Recognize and identify major musical compositions of each style or period

4. Demonstrate writing and verbal skills to clearly express ideas about music using musical terms

5. Utilize reading comprehension skills and critical thinking to analyze music from a variety of backgrounds and styles

6. Recognize and identify musical examples outside the western tradition

Music Theory I (MVCC HU 183)

1. Demonstrate music theory proficiency with regards to analysis and composition.

2. Through ear training, identify chord quality, chord structure, and specific intervals. 

3.  Demonstrate knowledge of basic elements of music such as pulse, meter, enharmonics, notation, scales, key, pitch, intervals, triads, modes, and single line melodies.  

4. Analyze basic harmony within a musical passage by identifying chord structures, figured bass, and general notation. 

5. Display understanding through synthesis of chorale style part writing.

6. Exhibit ethical/professional behavior in attendance, class conduct, assignment completion, teamwork and constructive peer feedback.