MUSI 104: BRANCH COUNTY COMMUNITY CHORUS
TUESDAY 6:00-9:00
27 E. Chicago St.
Coldwater, MI
Kellogg Community College
SP 2016
INSTRUCTOR:
Dr. Gerald J. Blanchard, Professor of Voice
E-mail: blanchardg@kellogg.edu
Phone: (269) 965-3931, x2566
Office hours: See posted schedule
DESCRIPTION OF COURSE AND OBJECTIVES: BCCC is a non-auditioned, performanceoriented choir with an emphasis on standard choral repertoire. A wide variety of musical styles will be
prepared for performance on campus and in the surrounding community.
OUTCOMES:
Competency:
Measure:
Competency:
Measure:
Knowledge of healthy vocal production and
basic choral repertoire.
Level of class participation, quartet singing, and written
paper.
Application of theoretical knowledge.
Performance by student in concerts and
critical assessments of fellow students.
LENGTH: One semester, 32 hours of instruction, 1 credit hour.
TEXT: There is no required text for the course. However, students may be requested to purchase larger
works as needed.
SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS: Pencil!!! Purchase of a uniform may be required.
ATTENDANCE POLICY: Students are allowed 3 absences from class during the semester. No excuse
is needed for these absences. After that, any unexcused absence takes 10% off the student’s final grade with
the following exception: Any student missing 6 classes for any reason will be asked to withdraw. NO Absence
is excused the week before or of a performance. An excused absence is one where I have been contacted
previously and approved it or a doctor’s excuse is provided. Lateness of any kind will take 5% off the
student’s final grade. I will always endeavor to release class on time. Concert attendance is MANDATORY.
Failure to participate will be an immediate failure for the semester.
ASSESSMENT METHODS: Attendance and participation are the primary factors in determining final
grades. Since learning and performances are basic aspects of this course, it should be understood that daily
attendance counts for a daily grade; attendance at outside rehearsals counts for quizzes; and performances
count as tests. In addition, quartet singing may be employed to assess the level of preparation.
DISABILITY STATEMENT: Students with a documented disability are strongly encouraged to speak
with the instructor and with the professional staff at the Counseling Center. The College offers many
resources, but it is important to take advantage of them early. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the
College and instructors of your needs.
WITHDRAWAL: Check with the registrar’s office for the last day to withdraw and receive full refund.
2016 Season Schedule
Important dates!
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SINGING IN THE SPRING 2016
“It’s A Grand Night for Singing”
Saturday, April 9, 7:30pm
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 27 E. Chicago St., Coldwater, MI
Featured Ensembles: Branch County Community Chorus, Kellogg Singers, Concentus
Vocal Ensemble
Special Guest Chorus: Union City Community Chorale
Admission: Free will
TWO CHOIRS, ONE VOICE!
The Union City Community Chorale and the Branch County Community Chorus in Concert
Sunday, April 10, 3:00pm
First Congregational Church, 410 N. Broadway, Union City, MI
Admission: $8 adults, $6 Seniors & Students, $20 Family (two adults and up to 4 children)