| Butler Community College |
Roger Lewis
|
| Humanities/Fine Arts Division |
Fall 1997
|
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
MU148. 1 hour credit. Prerequisite: High
School or other jazz band experience; selection by audition. The Butler
Big Band is a 16-19 Piece jazz ensemble. Emphasis is placed upon learning
stylistic concepts in all facets of the jazz idiom and upon development
of improvisational skills. The Big Band plays in a variety of settings
ranging from departmental concerts and South-Central Kansas high school
recruiting performances, to jazz festivals and national tours.
TEXTBOOK:
None.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
The primary objectives of the Butler
Big Band are: the acquisition of basic stylistic concepts in jazz; and
appreciation for the art of jazz improvisation; the development of professionalism
in the ensemble's attitudes and decorum; and general compliance with the
highest musical standards.
TOPICAL OUTLINE OF UNITS:
Announcements, Comments, Consultation
Warm-up
- Scales, Arpeggios
- Aural skills, Theory
Rehearsal
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:
Methods of class instruction may include:
rehearsal; audio-visual; class discussion; exercises in aural skills and
music theory; attending live concert performances; and guest clinicians.
Telecourses: Independent study of audio/video materials augmented by text and study guide; collaboration and participation with class members and faculty via available means. Faculty role is facilitator of learning experiences.
METHODS OF EVALUATION:
Methods of evaluation may include: Written,
aural, and playing test; concert reports; class attendance; subjective
analysis of student's attitude and sense of decorum; and other methods
of evaluation oat the discretion of the instructor.
OUTLINE REVISION:
The forgoing is a working outline and
will be revised as deemed necessary by the instructor.
Miscellaneous:
Students with impaired sensory, manual,
or speaking skills are encouraged and have the responsibility to contact
their instructor, in a timely fashion, regarding reasonable accommodation
needs.
