I. ASCRC General Education Form (revised 1/27/11)
Use to propose new general education courses (except writing courses), to change existing
gen ed courses and to remove designations for existing gen ed courses.
Note: One-time-only general education designation may be requested for experimental courses
(X91-previously X95), granted only for the semester taught. A NEW request must be
submitted for the course to receive subsequent general education status.
Group
III. Language
VII: Social Sciences
(submit
III Exception: Symbolic Systems * VIII: Ethics & Human Values
separate forms X IV: Expressive Arts
IX: American & European
if requesting
V: Literary & Artistic Studies
X: Indigenous & Global
more than one
VI: Historical & Cultural Studies
XI: Natural Sciences
general
w/ lab  w/out lab 
education
group
*Courses proposed for this designation must be standing requirements of
designation)
majors that qualify for exceptions to the modern and classical language
requirement
Dept/Program School of Music
Course #
MUSI 114A (MUS
110A)
Course Title
Bands
Prerequisite
Consent of Instructor
Credits
1
II. Endorsement/Approvals
Complete the form and obtain signatures before submitting to Faculty Senate Office
Please type / print name Signature
Date
Instructor
Dr. James Smart
Phone / Email X4382 james.smart@umontana.edu
Program Chair Dr. Maxine Ramey, Director
Dean
Dr. Stephen Kalm
III. Type of request
New
One-time Only
Renew X
Change
Remove
Reason for Gen Ed inclusion, change or deletion
Description of change
IV. Description and purpose of new general education course: General Education courses
must be introductory and foundational within the offering department or within the General
Education Group. They must emphasize breadth, context, and connectedness; and relate course
content to students’ future lives: See Preamble:
http://umt.edu/facultysenate/archives/minutes/gened/GE_preamble.aspx
The University Concert Band is open to all university instrumentalists with previous experience
in high school and/or college band. Rehearsal and performing experience from a broad range
of symphonic wind ensemble, concert band and chamber wind repertoire. This foundational
course provides the student the opportunity to acquire introductory skills in a group setting and
to engage in the creative process. This “learning by doing” course offering involves the student
by way of interpretive performance and critical assessment of their own work and assists in the
cultivation of an appreciation of the humanities and history of different global cultures. The
thrust of the course is active involvement of the student in the creation or performance of a
work of art. This course further develops and refines core concepts and fundamentals
introduced in the band experience. Study includes the care and cultivation of a beautiful tone,
the ability to read music with increasing fluency, the building of technical skills, team spirit,
and responsible rehearsal habits. Students will have opportunities to experience the spontaneity
of improvisation and the creative process of composition. Students will heighten listening skills
and increase their ability to analyze and evaluate music and music performances. Attention will
also be given to relating their music experiences to the time and culture of the pieces they
study, as well as to contemporary society. Required of music major: Bachelor of Music,
Bachelor of Music Education, Bachelor of Arts
V. Criteria: Briefly explain how this course meets the criteria for the group. See:
http://umt.edu/facultysenate/documents/forms/GE_Criteria5-1-08.aspx
Fundamental issues dealing with basic
techniques as related to the band medium
and interpretation are studied and explored
for a perspective of aural, visual and
kinesthetic involvement. The student is
asked to engage in the creative process by
way of public performance during the band
course and within the context of rehearsal
and in class discussions with the instructor.
In addition, they are asked to engage in
critical assessment of their own work during
rehearsals and after performances.
Study includes the care and cultivation of a
beautiful tone, the ability to read music with
increasing fluency, the building of technical
skills, team spirit, and responsible rehearsal
habits. Students will have opportunities to
experience the spontaneity of improvisation
and the creative process of composition.
Students will heighten listening skills and
increase their ability to analyze and evaluate
music and music performances. Attention
will also be given to relating their music
experiences to the time and culture of the
pieces they study, as well as to contemporary
society.
VI. Student Learning Goals: Briefly explain how this course will meet the applicable learning
goals. See: http://umt.edu/facultysenate/documents/forms/GE_Criteria5-1-08.aspx
Students will express themselves at each
practice sessions/rehearsal and perform the
selection or technique to be learned or
explored. Material presented for study
represents styles and genres from a global
perspective. Western and non-western
composers and styles are presented as well
as music from a wide varied of historical
time periods. In addition, students are asked
to apply a fundamental knowledge of music
theory and history to their performances, the
structures and forms of the artistic language
to convey meaning. Students present the
product of their work at several concerts
throughout the academic year. Critiques
and reviews are done after each
performance.
VII. Justification: Normally, general education courses will not carry pre-requisites, will carry
at least 3 credits, and will be numbered at the 100-200 level. If the course has more than one
pre-requisite, carries fewer than three credits, or is upper division (numbered above the 200
level), provide rationale for exception(s).
1-2 credit hour courses in music conform to commonly accepted practices in higher education in
Schools of Music for applied learning and include skills courses , laboratory ensembles and studio work.
This mode includes activities where students receive hands-on learning experience continually
supervised by the instructor. Work is normally completed in the learning environment, but may include
out-of-class assignments. The contact hours are be devoted primarily to practice, mastery, clarification,
and application of material, rather than presentation of new or theoretical material.
VIII. Syllabus: Paste syllabus below or attach and send digital copy with form.  The syllabus
should clearly describe how the above criteria are satisfied. For assistance on syllabus
preparation see: http://teaching.berkeley.edu/bgd/syllabus.html
See Below:
Please note: Approved general education changes will take effect next fall.
General education instructors will be expected to provide sample assessment items and
corresponding responses to the Assessment Advisory Committee.
The University of Montana
CONCERT BAND
MUSI 114A Section 2/MUSI 314 Section 2
Tuesday & Thursday - 4:45-5:45PM - Room 1
Dr. Kevin Griggs, Director (243-2959)
Travis Higa, TA/Guest Conductor
SYLLABUS – Fall 2011
The University Concert Band is open to all university instrumentalists with previous experience in high school
and/or college band. This group will be exposed to standard concert band literature. Emphasis will be on
developing musicianship, especially tone, blend, balance, intonation, rhythmic accuracy, and sight-reading.
I.
Rehearsals
A. Students are expected to come to all rehearsals thoroughly prepared.
B. Specific rehearsal schedules will be posted on the chalk board in the band room before rehearsal starts. Check this
schedule, organize your music and be prepared for productive rehearsals. Weekly schedules will be posted on the
board outside of Room 1. Be prepared for EVERY rehearsal.
C. There will be NO food, drinks or gum allowed in rehearsal. Cell phones, PDA’s or other electronic devices (except
tuners/metronomes) are not allowed in rehearsal.
II.
Attendance
A. Students are expected to attend ALL rehearsals.
B. If you must miss a rehearsal for any reason, you must contact the director in advance of the absence to see if it will
be excused.
C. Unexcused absences will substantially lower your grade. Absence from a performance will result in automatic
failure. (See list of dates below)
III.
Concert Attire
A. Women: Dress – black and white
B. Men: Coat, white shirt and tie (black coat or dark coat if possible)
IV.
Grading Policy
A. Grading will be determined by the director.
B. Attendance will affect your grade.
C. The quality and sincerity of effort put forth to positively contribute to the success of the ensemble. The ensemble’s
success depends on the individual!
V.
Contact Information
A. You may contact the director at 243-2959 or kevin.griggs@umontana.edu.
B. If information needs to be provided to the ensemble members, it will be done using the UM student
e-mail accounts. You either need to check this account regularly or forward the e-mail in your student account to
your private email provider.
Academic Misconduct and the Student Conduct Code
All Students must practice academic honesty. Academic misconduct is subject to an academic penalty by the course
instructor and/or disciplinary sanctions by the University. All students need to be familiar with the Student Conduct Code.
The code is available for review online at http://life.umt.edu/vpsa/student_conduct.php
Dress Rehearsal
Tuesday, December 6
4:45 – 5:45PM
University Theatre
Concert w/SWE
Tuesday, December 6
7:00 call/7:30PM Concert
University Theatre