VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS: CURRICULAR OBJECTIVES FOR PROGRAMS OF STUDY
New full time freshmen will enter Queensborough in the Visual and Performing Arts Academy.
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS
AS Degrees:
(1) Visual and Performing Arts (FA1) Concentrations: Art and Photography, Dance, Music, Theatre Arts,
Interdisciplinary
(2) Gallery and Museum Studies (AM1)
AAS Degrees:
(1) Digital Art and Design (DA2);
(2) Music Electronic Technology (ME2)
Certificate Program: Photography (AP3)
VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS: CONCENTRATIONS IN ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY, DANCE, MUSIC, THEATRE ARTS, AND
INTERDISCIPLINARY, A.S. (FA1)
A. In praxis, students will demonstrate progressive development and competency in the technical skills requisite
for artistic self-expression in at least one major area of performance.
B. Students will demonstrate a progressive understanding of the various elements and basic interrelated
processes of creation, interpretation, and execution within their discipline.
C. In written work, discussion and creation of art, students will appropriately utilize the vocabulary of their
respective discipline.
D. Students will integrate theoretical knowledge and performance skills in the creation and performance
of collaborative and individual projects.
E. In discussion and written assignments, students will observe, analyze and critique performances of
performing artists utilizing appropriate jargon.
F. Students will be able to place works of art and/or performances in historical and stylistic contexts and
demonstrate appreciation of the cultural milieu in which they were created.
G. Students will integrate personal observation and objective criticism in the evolution of their artistic work.
H. Students will form and defend fundamental value judgments about works of art within their major area of
concentration.
I. Employing creative abstraction, metaphor and imagination, students will create art which clearly articulates
their evolving artistic vision, and satisfies their drive toward expression.
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES FOR ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY CONCENTRATION
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Use the principles inherent in form, function and expression at various levels of experience to
deconstruct, construct and reconstruct aesthetic product
Apply increasingly sophisticated design principles to various media and visual forms
Exercise a value judgment about the works of individual photographers
Examine different manifestations of cultural symbolism within a work of art in relation to geographic,
historical and cultural contexts
Recognize and discuss the social, psychological, emotional and aesthetic implications of works of art in
our culture, as well as other cultures and times.
Use design principles, theories and practice, and art historical analysis to approach and apprehend the
diversity of human culture and expression in theory and life.
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES FOR DANCE CONCENTRATION
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Students will be able to solve choreographic problems with intrinsically directed movements.
Students will be able to demonstrate correct alignment while moving and in repose.
Students will be able to apply basic principles of kinesiology to dance.
Students will be able to describe dance movement using the correct vocabulary in verbal and written
form.
Students will be able to choreograph short dances.
Students will demonstrate successful performance skills.
Students will use movement and music in performance.
Students will be able to describe the historical development of dance as an art form.
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES FOR MUSIC CONCENTRATION
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Effectively describe the stylistic elements of different musical eras.
Develop a working knowledge of music notation, demonstrating:
o Understanding of all Key Signatures and the Circle of Fifths
o Understanding of voice leading and connections of common tones and chords
o Cogent analysis of the interaction between harmony and melody
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES FOR THEATRE ARTS CONCENTRATION: PERFORMANCE
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Students will strengthen observational and analytical skills by keeping detailed journals, repeating
physical and vocal patterns of others, and responding instinctually and appropriately when spoken to on
stage
Students will expand and deepen their physical and vocal expression for the stage.
Students will advance in perceptual skills.
Students will listen effectively and be able to respond spontaneously to stimuli.
Students will integrate class exercises and develop a personal warm-up.
Students will be present on stage with a centered, neutral instrument.
Students will remain focused, sustaining concentration throughout scene work and acting exercises.
Students will distinguish their role in the physical environment of the stage.
Students will combine physical action with psychological motivation.
Students will comfortably apply the methods of emotional recall, sense memory and personalization in
performance.
Students will demonstrate the articulation of character through movement and sound.
Students will utilize appropriate jargon in speaking and writing about the stage environment and the
actor's process.
Students will write a detailed self-analysis of performance.
Students will rehearse and perform a monologue and a scene achieving believability
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES FOR THEATRE ARTS CONCENTRATION: DESIGN AND TECHNICAL PRODUCTION
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Students will generate a script analysis portfolio for a dramatic production to be staged.
Students will generate and illustrate a concept for scenic, costume, lighting, and sound design for a
dramatic production to be staged.
Students will perform one of the following production & design activities for a dramatic production to be
staged.
Students will generate a stage properties report, paint elevations, scenic model or sketch, draw a
ground plan, centerline section, and elevation for a dramatic production to be staged.
Students will stage manager’s promptbook for a dramatic production to be staged.
Students will generate light plot & lighting design paper work for a dramatic production to be staged.
Students will apply practical experience through supporting departmental productions.
Students will demonstrate mastery of stagecraft knowledge, skills, and tools required for entry into or
advancement in the job market in their field.
Students will integrate theoretical knowledge and technical skills in the creation and performance of
collaborative and individual projects.
Students will demonstrate a progressive understanding of the various elements and basic interrelated
processes of creation, interpretation, performance, and production.
Students will demonstrate a progressive understanding of the various elements and basic interrelated
processes of creation, interpretation, performance, and production.
GALLERY AND MUSEUM STUDIES, A.S. (AM1)
A. Students will analyze the historical importance of works of art and differentiate several forms of visual art.
B. Students will demonstrate knowledge of every aspect of arts administration: clerical and administrative
support, public relations, helping visitors, organizing a volunteer program, providing educational services to
visiting groups, training new staff.
C. Students will observe, analyze and solve problems of arts conservation
D. Students will write, read, listen and speak clearly and effectively on principles and problems of arts
conservation
E. Students will demonstrate the ability to put together an exhibition for a professional Gallery/Museum
F. Students will use information management and technology skills effectively for academic research and
lifelong learning
G. Students will work collaboratively in diverse groups directed at accomplishing learning objectives
H. Students will differentiate and make informed decisions about issues based on curatorial responsibilities
DIGITAL ART AND DESIGN, A.A.S. (DA2)
A. In praxis, students will demonstrate progressive development and competency in the technical skills requisite
for artistic self-expression in at least one major area of performance.
B. Students will demonstrate a progressive understanding of the various elements and basic interrelated
processes of creation, interpretation, and execution within their discipline.
C. In written work, discussion and creation of art, students will appropriately utilize the vocabulary of their
respective discipline.
D. Students will integrate theoretical knowledge and performance skills in the creation and performance
of collaborative and individual projects.
E. Students will be able to place works of art and/or performances in historical and stylistic contexts and
demonstrate appreciation of the cultural milieu in which they were created.
F. Students will integrate personal observation and objective criticism in the evolution of their artistic work.
G. Students will form and defend fundamental value judgments about works of art within their major area of
concentration
H. Employing creative abstraction, metaphor and imagination, students will create art with clearly articulates
their evolving artistic vision and satisfies their drive toward expression.
SPECIFIC DISCIPLINARY OBJECTIVES
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Proficiently operate industry standard digital art and design programs
Demonstrate understanding of the methods of mass production of artwork using design programs
Resolve technical problems associated with creating artwork on a computer
Use aesthetic judgment to make design decisions by balancing the historical, theoretical and practical
concerns to create works that reveal visual literacy
Prepare images, animations for the internet
MUSIC ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY, A.A.S. (ME2)
A. In praxis, students will demonstrate progressive development and competency in the technical skills requisite
for artistic self-expression in at least one major area of performance.
B. Students will demonstrate a progressive understanding of the various elements and basic interrelated
processes of creation, interpretation, and execution within their discipline.
C. In written work, discussion and creation of art, students will appropriately utilize the vocabulary of their
respective discipline.
D. Students will integrate theoretical knowledge and performance skills in the creation and performance
of collaborative and individual projects.
E. In discussion and written assignments, students will observe, analyze and critique performances of
performing artists utilizing appropriate jargon.
I. Students will be able to place works of art and/or performances in historical and stylistic contexts and
demonstrate appreciation of the cultural milieu in which they were created.
J. Students will integrate personal observation and objective criticism in the evolution of their artistic work.
K. Students will form and defend fundamental value judgments about works of art within their major area of
concentration.
L. Employing creative abstraction, metaphor and imagination, students will create art which clearly articulates
their evolving artistic vision, and satisfies their drive toward expression.
SPECIFIC MUSIC OBJECTIVES
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Effectively describe the stylistic elements of different musical eras.
Develop a working knowledge of music notation, demonstrating:
o Understanding of all Key Signatures and the Circle of Fifths
o Understanding of voice leading and connections of common tones and chords
o Cogent analysis of the interaction between harmony and melody
CERTIFICATE IN PHOTOGRAPHY (AP3)
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Use the principles inherent in form, function and expression at various levels of experience to deconstruct,
construct and reconstruct aesthetic product
B. Apply increasingly sophisticated design principles to various media and visual forms
C. Exercise a value judgment about the works of individual photographers
D. Examine different manifestations of cultural symbolism within a work of art in relation to geographic, historical
and cultural contexts
E. Recognize and discuss the social, psychological, emotional and aesthetic implications of works of art in our
culture, as well as other cultures and times.
F. Use design principles, theories and practice, and art historical analysis to approach and apprehend the
diversity of human culture and expression in theory and life