Chabot College
Fall 2006
Course Outline for Music 12A
SYMPHONIC BAND I
Catalog Description:
12A - Symphonic Band I
May be repeated 3 times
1unit
Band repertoire of all styles and periods. Emphasis on group participation and public
performance. Attendance at all scheduled performances required. Enrollment subject to a
standardized audition demonstrating musical ability and technical proficiency at a level suitable to
the course level. 4 hours laboratory.
Prerequisite Skills:
None
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
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demonstrate familiarity with symphonic band literature;
demonstrate proficiency on their instruments;
perform a wide range of music;
develop rehearsal and performance techniques and other technical strategies which form the
substance of the course.
Course Content:
1. Prepare specific repertoire for public performance
2. Study musical performance in a realistic framework
3. Consider accuracy of technique, validity of style, shadings of interpretation
4. Develop rehearsal and performance techniques and other technical strategies which form the
substance of the course
Methods of Presentation:
1. Ensemble rehearsal
2. Section rehearsal
3. Performance
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
1. Typical Assignments
a. Preparation of assigned musical selections
b. Preparation of assigned technical studies
c. Completion of assigned concert listening
2. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
a. Auditions with instructor
b. Periodic review of assigned musical selections
c. Progress testing of assigned technical studies
d. Final examination
Textbook(s) (Typical): None
Special Student Materials: Musical instrument as appropriate
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