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Syllabus
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MUS 1220-02 – Basic Musicianship (Spring 2009)
Course Syllabus
Instructor: Dr.
Tohm Judson Office: East Module #138
Time: TR 3:00 p.m. - 3:50 p.m. Phone:(336) 750-8826
Room: FA 113 Office Hours: TBD
Credit Hours: 2 Email: judsonte@wssu.edu
Course Description:
Basic Musicianship is a detailed study of music fundamental, scales, intervals
and other elements that will aid in the study of musical structure and harmony.
Course Objectives:
The Student will be able to identify the letter names of the notes on any given staff
The student will explain how major and minor scales are constructed
The student will be able to identify and construct intervals and chords
The student will be able to identify and use cadence types and non-harmonic tones
The student will be able to identity various harmonies with Roman Numerals by listening and analyzing musical examples
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Competencies for syllabi:
Standard 2: Music teachers possess comprehensive knowledge of music history and music literature
Indicator 1: Music teachers have knowledge of music literature, performance styles and genres of Western and non-Western music, along with an understanding of music history and cultures
Standard 3: Music teachers possess comprehensive knowledge of music theory and demonstrate essential aural skills.
Indicator 1: Music teachers analyze musical scores and compositions
Indicator 3: Music teachers compose, harmonize, and arrange music.
Required materials:
The Textbook we will be using is part of the MusOpen open
source theory text that myself and others are currently writing. You will not be required to purchase a book. However, you will be required to keep track of all chapters,
homework and handouts given to you during class in a 3 ring binder.
• 3 Ring Binder and Notebook paper
• Access to a computer
Grading
Letter grades will be given according to the following scale:
A = 90— 100
B = 80 — 89
C = 70 — 79
D = 60—69
F = 0—59
Final grade will be based on the average calculated from:
Quizzes (10) 20%
Homework/Listening assignments (10) 30%
Midterm (1) 25%
Final Exam (1) 25%
*Late work is not accepted*
Minimum Grade Requirement
Art and music majors in the Department of Fine Arts are required to make at least a C grade in all required courses.
Attendance
Our class will meet 25 times throughout the semester not including exam
days. Attendance is essential to
maintain an acceptable level of scholastic achievement in any course. Students
are allowed two unexcused absences per individual for the sake of student
illness or family emergency. The individual’s final grade will be penalized 4 points of the final grade for
each successive absence (25 classes x 4 Points= 100). Therefore, if you miss 5 total classes, your final grade
will reflect a 12-point deduction (ex. Final grade 92- 12 Points= 80 final
grade).
Absences will only be excused for university approved extra-curricular activities
(sports related or marching band/choir), or with a letter from a medical
practitioner or WSSU Counseling Center as outlined in the WSSU course catalog.
Unexcused tardiness is not allowed, if you are more than 5 minutes late, I will lock the door and you will not be allowed into class. This will be reflected as an absence in your final grade. Be on time.
Class Meetings
Twice during the semester, we will schedule time for one-on-one meetings so I may evaluate what you have learned
Class Disruption
Class disruptions of any kind will not be tolerated. This includes talking, cell phone use including texting, leaving early or late.
Cell phones
Cell phones are to be turned off or silenced in the classroom. Calls and
texts are not to be made or accepted without prior approval.
Cheating
Cheating in any and all forms will not be tolerated. Plagiarism of any sort will result in failure of the course and a report will be sent to the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences for further academic review. Possible consequences include suspension or expulsion from the university.
Disability Statement
All students with documented disabilities should refer to the Disability
Services Office website (http://www.wssu.edu/WSSU/UndergraduateStudies/School+of+Education/Disability+Services/)
There can be no accommodations made without notification from this office. The
Disability Services Office is located in Anderson Center in room 217. Students
with a documented disability must register with the WSSU Disability Services
Office within the first five weeks of each semester in order to receive any
consideration for accommodations in this course. You may reach the Disability
Services Office by emailing waddellm@wssu.edu
Used By Permission Mrs. M. B. Waddell
Program Developer/P-12 Liaison/ SEHP Scholarship Chair
School of Education and Human Performance
& Disability Services Coordinator
Anderson Center, Room 217
336-750-8658