Syllabus
Fall 2010
MU100
Music Appreciation
Credit Hour: 3
Textbook
Music an Appreciation
Roger Kamien, McGraw-Hill 2004
9th Edition
Division of Humanities, Social, and
Behavioral Sciences
Instructor: Dr. Everett Miller
Mr. Patrick Sieben
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Course Number: MU100
Time & Day: MWF 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Miller)
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6:00 p.m. (Miller)
T-Th 8:00 a.m.– 10:00 a.m. (Sieben)
Location: Concordia Campus
Room: Music Room
Instructors: Dr. Everett Miller, Mr. Patrick Sieben
Office:
Music Room 101A (8:00 am to 5:00 pm)
Phone: 785-243-1435 x 286 (Miller)
785-243-1435 x 287 (Sieben)
Email:
emiller@cloud.edu, psieben@cloud.edu
PREREQUISITE: None
Required Materials:
Hill, 2004
Music an Appreciation – Roger Kamien McGraw-
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
A study of development of the art of music. To develop the students listening
abilities and heighten their interest in music. It seeks to establish music as a
lifelong source of pleasure, inspiration and cultural enrichment. Recommended
for the general and the music major student.
CREDIT HOURS: 3
SEQUENCING: None
METHOD OF EVALUATION/GRADING:
Grades based on attendance 25%, exams 50%, and participation, 25%.
Mid-Term letter grade:
Determined from points earned.
A = 85 – 93 points
B = 76 – 84 points
C = 67 – 75 points
D = 56 – 66 points
F = Less than 55 points
Final letter grade
Determined from total points earned.
A = 169 – 185 points
B = 152 – 168 points
C = 135 – 151 points
D = 118 – 134points
F = Less than 117 points
TEACHING METHODS:
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Lecture/listening to recordings/viewing appropriate videos and class discussion.
ASSIGNMENT POLICY: Unless stated otherwise, read a chapter a week,
students will need to arrive at class fully prepared with his/her assignments
completed. Neatness, technical correctness in grammar, spelling, organization,
and original work is expected and required.
COURSE POLICIES
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
It is imperative that each student does his/her own work. The following policy will
apply to all students in class.
Infractions of academic integrity (honesty) shall include:
 Using another student’s work without giving the student credit for the work.
In other words, taking someone else’s file and placing your name on it and
claiming it is yours, using another student’s quiz, or help on a quiz/exam.
 Giving another student your file(s) knowing that he/she intends to turn it in
as his/her own creation, giving another student your quiz, or help on a
quiz/exam.
It is not an infraction of the policy to help another student understand how to do
an assignment if he/she does the work himself/herself with your assistance.
Cheating:
“Cheating means getting unauthorized help on an assignment, quiz or
examination.”
1. You must not receive from any other students or give to any other
students any information, answers, or help during an exam.
2. You must not use unauthorized sources for answers during an exam. You
must not take notes or books to the exam when such aids are forbidden,
and you must not refer to any book or notes while you are taking the exam
unless the instructor indicates it is an “open book” exam.
3. You must not obtain exam questions illegally before an exam or tamper
with an exam after it has been corrected.
Materials taken from “Academic Dishonesty in Our Classrooms.” Instructional Exchange, 1990, 2 (2), 1-4
(Newsletter available from the Office of University Assessment and Intellectual Skills Program, Western
Michigan University)
Plagiarism:
“Plagiarism” means submitting work as your own that is someone else’s. For
example, copying material from a book, the Internet, or another source without
acknowledging that the words or ideas are someone else’s and not your own is
plagiarism. If you copy an author’s words exactly, treat the passage as a direct
quotation and supply the appropriate citation. If you use someone else’s ideas,
even if you paraphrase the wording, appropriate credit should be given. You
have committed plagiarism if you purchase a term paper or submit a paper as
your own that you did not write.
PENALTIES FOR INFRACTIONS:
There will be consequences for committing plagiarism. Although consequences
may range from grade lowering on a particular assignment or project to receiving
a failing grade for the semester, each instance will be handled on a case-by-case
basis.
ATTENDANCE POLICY:
YOU ARE EXPECTED TO BE IN CLASS. Points are given for attendance based
on point system.
CONDUCT:
Students are expected to respect others for their diverse view and input.
Differing viewpoints are encouraged and valued as part of the college
experience. The instructor may not validate or affirm ideas or views lacking
thoughtful substance or critical analysis. In the classroom, students are expected
to comport themselves in a respectful, disciplined, orderly, and thoughtful
manner.
EXAMINATION POLICY:
Tests will be after every chapter.
INSTRUCTOR ASSISTANCE:
Your instructor will be available any class–related assistance during posted office
hours or at special, pre-arranged times.
TUTOR ASSISTANCE:
Tutors are available in the Learning Skills Center. Contact the Learning Skills
Center for more information.
INCOMPLETE POLICY:
Students will not be given an incomplete grade in the course without sound
reason and documented as described in the Student Handbook. The incomplete
must be made up with the instructor assigning the incomplete and must be
completed the semester immediately following the semester in which the class
was taken. Refer to the Student Handbook for a complete explanation.
ACADEMIC COMPLAINTS:
Cloud County Community College has an Academic Due Process Policy to
address any student academic complaints. For any unresolved complaints, the
policy can be obtained from the Academic Affairs Office.
GENERAL EDUCATION GOALS:
Students enrolled in Humanities courses will be expected to demonstrate
knowledge of cultural experiences and expressions by exhibiting understanding
of the human condition through art, history, literature, music, theatre, or
philosophy. Successful students will be able to:
 Identify major cultural influences of human condition.
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Demonstrate understanding of the effects of cultural influences on
individuals and society.
Analyze and synthesize the effects of cultural influences on the human
condition with regard to time and places.
DEPARTMENT GOALS:
 Student will demonstrate mastery of lessons assigned.
 Student will demonstrate proficiency in applying principles of “practice
makes perfect.”
 Student will demonstrate the ability and initiative to meet all deadlines as
assigned.
COURSE GOALS (Student Learning Outcomes):
 Students will identify musical examples of specific historical style periods.
 Students will critically analyze musical examples of specific historical style
periods.
 Students will demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental principles of
sound (i.e. pitch, duration, amplitude, and timbre).
 Students will identify musical instruments by their Sachs-Hornbostel
classifications.
 Students will attend and critically analyze live concert performanaces.
ASSESSMENT of COURSE GOALS:
A paper, imbedded test question, or project will be completed to demonstrate
students understanding of the synthesis of time and composers on music’s
development.
COURSE OUTLINE:
I.
Elements
V.
Classical Period (1750-1820)
II.
Middle Ages
VI.
Romantic Period (1820-1900)
III.
Renaissance
VII.
Twentieth Century (1900-present)
IV.
Baroque Period (1600-1700)
A.
Readings:
Be sure to read!
B.
In the textbook, basically one chapter per week.
Written Reports Four (4) reports total: one report due the last week of class each
month. Research from the Internet, magazines, books, and
reference books. Be sure to list your source and title all reports.
Report #1 1600 – 1750
Report #2 1750 - 1820
Report #3 1820 - 1900
Report #4 1900 Present
C.
Quiz
Seven (7) total;
D.
Video Writings: Eleven (11) total. The instructor will designate which videos are
to be summarized. Title all video writings.
E.
Concerts:
Must attend five (5) concerts and write a critique on the form
provided. Concerts must be turned in within two weeks after the
concert. No credit will be given after two weeks.
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Attendance
Class attendance is expected.
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Mid-term letter grade:
Determined from points earned.
A = 85-93 points
B = 76-84 points
C = 67-75 points
D = 58-66 points
D = Less than 57 points
H.
Final letter grade:
WRITTEN REPORTS
4 x 5 = 20 pts.
Video Writings
11 x 4 = 44 pts.
Concerts 5 x 4 = 20
Quiz 7 x 8 = 56 pts.
Class Periods 45 x 1 = 45 pts.
1. Baroque
Determined from total points earned.
A = 169 -185 points
B = 152 -168 points
C = 135 -151 points
D = 118 -134 points
F = Less than 117 points
2. Classic
3. Romantic
4. Modern
1. Bach
2. Handel
3. Mozart
4.Beethoven
5. Schubert
6. Chopin
7. Liszt
8. Dvorak
9. Tchaikovsky
10. Brahms
11. Ives
12.
Gershwin
13. Wagner
14. Cage
15. Strauss
16. Bizet
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3
4
5
6
7
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1. Elements
2 Mid Ages
3 Renaissance
4 Baroque
5 Classic
6 Romantic
7. 20th Century
Midterm
Total
8. Final
TOTAL
7
TOTAL
ACCOMMODATION FOR DISABILITY:
If you need academic adjustments for any type of disability, see your instructor during office hours
or make an appointment. Students also may contact the Director of Advisement and Counseling,
located in the Advisement Center.
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY:
In case of extremely severe weather, the college may close. The following radio and TV stations will be
notified:
KNCK
1390 AM
Concordia
KCLY
100.9 FM
Clay
Center
KREP
92.1 FM
Belleville
KHCD
89.5 FM Hutchinson
KVSV
1190 AM
Beloit
KSAL
1150 AM
Salina
WIBW (TV)
Chan. 13
Topeka
KWCH (TV)
Chan. 12
Wichita
KOLN (TV)
Chan. 10
Lincoln, NE
Notification will also be placed on the internet at www.cancellations.com. A text message will also be sent
out on the Emergency Text Messaging System for the students who have signed up for it.
Students should call the switchboard at 800-729-5101 or 785-243-1435 if they are unable to attend class
due to hazardous conditions. Night class and off campus class cancellations are left to the discretion of the
instructor.
EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION PROCEDURE:
When alarms are sounded or crisis conditions arise, you will be instructed to move to a designated safe area
or to remain in the classroom until the crisis has passed. If you are informed to leave the room, take as
many of your personal belongings as time permits. Cell phones and other electronic devices are only to be
used once you arrive in the safe area outside the building. Students requiring special assistance will be the
responsibility of the instructor or staff person.
Systems of alert for tornado or bomb threat: PA system, phone, or staff interruption of class. In case of
fire, the alarm will sound.
If directed to leave the building, evacuate to the soccer field unless an alternate safe location has been
designated.
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