MUSIC APPRECIATION Syllabus
Fall 2010
TR 8:30 – 9:50
3 credits
Rm. 6104
MUS 1113 Call#: 10880
Heidi Rigert
Rm: 6267C
Phone: 595-7755
607-4892 (cell)
E-mail: hrigert@tulsacc.edu
Office Hours: MW 12:30-2 pm;
TR 8:30 – 10, 11 am–12:00; F 11 am- 1pm
Performing Arts Division:
Kelly Clark, Dean
Phone: 595-7752
Rm: 6267D
Course Description:
A concise survey of the basic elements of music and their application in the music literature of Western
civilization, from the Baroque to the present. Relevant cultural influences upon the music of each era are
observed. (No pre-requisite, fulfills a Humanities requirement)
Textbook and CDs:
Kristine Forney and Joseph Machlis. Enjoyment of Music shorter tenth edition with CD package, Norton.
Course Objective:
The purpose of this course is to introduce basic musical elements, forms, and stylistic periods to students with
little or no background in music. By studying a wide variety of musical styles, the student will develop an
understanding of the language of music and how music and the arts play an active role in shaping our culture
and history. The student will develop analytical listening skills by learning to identify various musical styles,
forms, textures, etc.
Scope of Course:
This course will begin with a brief introduction to the basic elements of music, such as form, harmony,
rhythm, melody, texture, and notation. The remainder of the semester will be devoted to applying this
knowledge to the chronological study of Western musical styles with the addition of some non-Western
music. The material and musical examples will be approached both in terms of the aesthetic content and the
historical, cultural context. Brief discussions of individual composers and representative works will be
incorporated into the studies of stylistic periods.
Teaching Methods:
Lecture, demonstration, musical examples, visual and audio aids, class discussion, and individual
participation.
Evaluation Techniques:
Students will earn points by successfully completing assignments, essays, tests and a project. The number of
possible points for each is shown below.
5 Exams will be given. Students must take at least 4 tests. If student takes 5, the lowest score will be
dropped. Exams will consist primarily of short answers, matching, multiple choice and listening
identification. Students must attend class on the day the test is given . NO MAKEUPS.
3 Essay assignments will be given during the semester. Students are required to do at least two. (This is
including the Creative Project essay.) If student completes all three, the lowest grade is dropped. These must
be typed, double spaced and include a title. Points will be deducted for incorrect grammar. Late essays will
not be accepted.
Creative Project will include a creative project to be shared with class or in a small group, a paper and an
evaluation. Required for all students.
Music Journal assignment will be given the first week of class and is required.
Concert Report of a live musical performance will be required during the semester. All reports must be
typed and should include the program (if applicable) to receive full credit. Performances must be approved
by instructor.
BONUS POINTS may be earned by completing a video assignment OR an extra concert report.
Grading System:
Exams
Essays
Creative Project
Music Journal
Concert Report
Video Assignment
Number of points:
400 pts. (100 per exam)
200 pts. (100per essay)
100 pts.
50 pts. per assign.
50 pts. each
20 pts. each
Min. Number required:
at least 4 of 5
at least 2 of 3
1
1
1
0
Limits:
*none
*none
1
**2
1
*if more than the minimum is completed, the lowest score will be dropped
**extra credit concert report is worth 20pts.
Total number of points equals final grade (out of a possible 800):
720 and up
=A
640 - 719
=B
560 - 639
=C
480 - 559
=D
479 and below = F
Attendance Policy:
Regular attendance is strongly recommended because of the importance of daily discussions, especially
concerning listening examples. The student is responsible for consulting with the instructor regarding any
absences and the makeup work required. If the student does not officially withdraw and is consistently
absent from class, the student will receive a failing grade.
Availability of Instructor:
The instructor will be available for tutoring sessions during office hours or by appointment. Students are
encouraged to ask for assistance when needed and may leave a message on office or home voice mail.
Academic Accommodation for Students with Disabilities:
TCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs.
The responsibility for acquiring these services rests with the student. For information, contact the campus
counseling and testing office.
Classroom Conduct:
Please be courteous and refrain from talking when instructor or classmate is speaking.
Please turn off and put away all cell phones and pagers during class time. NO TEXTING OR
COMPUTER USE IN CLASS.
COURSE OUTLINE (Subject to change!)
Students are expected to keep up with the assigned reading listed in each week below.
Week of: Chapter or Topic covered:
8/16
Introduction, Elements of Music
Small group discussions, Music Journal explained
Chapters 1 – 10 and 17 and 18
Due Dates:
Music Jrnl.
Due 8/25
8/23
Styles, function of music; students will be invited to bring
in one short example of music or their instrument!
Classical Indian Music
Review for test I
8/30
Chapter 19 and 20: Intro to Baroque period
Chapter 21: Baroque opera; Monteverdi; Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas
9/6
Labor Day – NO CLASS
9/8
Chapter 23: Bach and the Cantata
Chapter 24: Handel and the Oratorio
9/13
Review
Exam II: 9/15
9/20
Chapters 28 – 31: Intro to Classical Period
Chapter 39: Opera Buffa, Mozart’s Marriage of Figaro
Essay Discussion
Essay I Due: 9/29
9/27
Chapters 32 – 36: Symphony, string quartet
Haydn, Mozart
Amadeus Assign.
10/6
10/4
Beethoven
Review, Creative Project/Essay Discussion
10/11
Chapter 40 – 41: Romanticism
Chapter 42 – 44 Romantic Song
Exam III: 10/11
Project Proposal
Due 10/18
10/18
Chapter 45 – 46: Piano in the Romantic period
Chapter 49 – 51: Berlioz and Smetana
Immortal Beloved
Due: 10/25
10/25
Romantic Opera: Chapter 59 or 61
Review
11/1
Chapter 71 and 72: Blues, Rag, Jazz
Exam IV: 11/1
11/8
Project Presentations, Papers & Evaluations
YOU MUST BE PRESENT THIS WEEK
Creative Project &
Presentation due: 11/8
Paper & Eval. Due: 11/10
Exam I: 8/30
11/15
Chapter 73 American Musical: Bernstein’s West Side Story
Essay Discussion
11/22
Chapter 74: Rock
11/24
11/29
12/6
Thanksgiving – NO CLASS
Review
Final
Essay III Due: Dec. 6
Exam V: 12/6
Concert Report
Due: 12/8
COURSE OUTLINE (Subject to change!)
Week of: Chapter or Topic covered:
1/8
Introduction
Unit I: Elements of Music
Unit II: Musical Instruments and Ensembles
1/15
Unit III – Middle Ages: Chant, Hildegard of Bingen (66-70)
Unit IV – Renaissance: Pope Marcellus Mass (85-96)
Review
Due Dates:
Music Journal
Music Jrnl. Due 1/17
1/22
Classical Indian Music (112-113)
Unit V – The Organization of Musical Sounds
Unit VI – The Baroque and theArts
Exam I: 1/22
1/29
Unit VIII – Instrumental Music of the Baroque
Vivaldi and The Four Seasons
Essay Discussion
Unit VII – Vocal Music of the Baroque:
Bach and the Cantata; Handel and Messiah
2/5
Unit VII (cont.) & Review
Exam II: 2/7
2/12
Unit IX – Focus on Form
Unit X – The Classical Spirit
Unit XI – Classical Chamber Music
Mozart – Eine kleine Nachtmusik
Unit XII – The Classical Symphony
Haydn – Surprise Symphony
Beethoven – Symphony No. 5
Essay I Due: 2/12
Amadeus Assign.
Due 2/29 (optional)
Immortal Beloved
Due: 2/29 (optional)
2/19
Unit XIV – Opera in the Classical Era
Marriage of Figaro
Review
2/26
Unit XV – Romantic Movement
Exam III: 2/26
3/4
Creative Project/ Discussion
Unit XVI – Nineteenth Century Art Song
Unit XVII – Nineteenth Century Piano (selected pgs)
Project Proposal:
Due: 3/11
3/11
Unit XVIII – Romantic Program Music
Berlioz – Symphonie fantastique
Smetana – The Moldau
3/18 & 20 – NO CLASS – SPRING BREAK
3/25
Review
Exam IV: 3/27
4/1
Project ‘conference’
Unit XXIII – Chapter 70
Unit XXIV – Popular Styles
4/8
Unit XXIV – cont.
XVI – 19th Century Art Song
4/15
Project Presentations & Evaluations
Essay Discussion
4/22
Musical Theater
Review
Evaluation Due: 4/22
Essay II Due 4/24
4/29
Tuesday, FINAL EXAM 8 am
Exam V:4/29
Concert Report Due: 4/29
PROJECT PAPER
Due 4/10