MUSIC, ENSEMBLE

School of Arts and Social Sciences

MUSIC, ENSEMBLE (MUSE)

MUSE-41 CONCERT BAND

1 unit: 3 hours lab.
CSU & UC Transferable
(C-ID: MUS 180)
Limitation on enrollment: Audition by instructor.

This course provides experience in performing concert and symphonic band literature chosen from Classical, Romantic, Modern and contemporary eras. Literature may range from sacred to secular in the genres of classical, traditional, pop, and jazz band repertoire. Attention will be given to the composers of the literature and particular performance practices historically applicable. Public performance and exchange concerts are scheduled in addition to class rehearsals. This course may be repeatable three times. (3/16)

MUSE-42 JAZZ ENSEMBLE

1 units: 3 hours lab.
CSU & UC Transferable
(C-ID: MUS 180)
Limitation on enrollment: Audition by instructor.

This course is a study of jazz music in the big band tradition and modern eras, as is standard first semester lower division college performance ensemble classes. Attention will be given to the composers of the literature and those particular performance practices which are historically applicable. The course emphasizes individual, sectional and ensemble instrumental performance. Tone, intonation, balance, precision, breath control, articulation, style, and improvisation are included. The jazz ensemble makes several public performances each year. This course may be repeatable three times. (3/16)

MUSE-43 GUITAR ENSEMBLE

1 unit: 3 hours lab.
CSU & UC Transferable
(C-ID: MUS 180)
Limitation on enrollment: Audition by instructor.
Prerequisite: MUSA-25A.
Advisory: MUSA-25B.

This course specializes in the study and performance of guitar literature chosen from a wide range of classical, modern and contemporary musical eras. The Merced College Guitar Ensemble is a continuation of the skills and techniques learned in Guitar II. Students taking this course perform together in small and large group formats. Music selected to perform will be in a variety of styles including classical, jazz, popular, and international folk genres. Emphasis on group playing and the development of individual style will be encouraged. This course may be repeated up to three times. (04/22)

MUSE-44 CHORALE

1 units: 3 hours lab.
CSU & UC Transferable
(C-ID: MUS 180)
Limitation on enrollment: Audition by instructor.

This course specializes in the study and performance of choral literature chosen from Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Modern and contemporary eras and may include both sacred and secular genres of classical, pop, and jazz choral literature. Attention will be given to the composers of the literature and particular performance practices historically applicable. An emphasis will be made on literature written or arranged for large vocal ensembles. Emphasis includes part-singing, intonation, breath control, vocal development, blend, tone coloring, and choral balance. The Chorale performs several times throughout the year. This course may be repeated three times. (03/16)

MUSE-45 CHAMBER SINGERS

1 unit: 3 hours lab.
CSU & UC Transferable
(C-ID: MUS 180)
Limitation on enrollment: Audition by instructor.

This course specializes in the study and performance of choral literature chosen from all historic eras and may include both sacred and secular genres of classical, pop, and jazz choral literature. Attention will be given to the composers of the literature and particular performance practices historically applicable. Focus will be placed on literature written or arranged for small vocal ensembles. Emphasis includes part-singing, intonation, breath control, vocal development, blend, tone coloring, and choral balance. The Chamber Singers perform several times throughout the year. This course may be repeated three times. (03/16)