MUSIC 170 - Clarinet Ensemble

Number of Credits: 1
Clarinet Ensemble is a performance-based class. This small ensemble presents an opportunity for students to experience a greater individual contribution to a performance than is offered in larger performing groups. The literature for this ensemble spans a wide range of musical styles from classical to swing. Participants will experience opportunities to collaborate with other clarinetists to increase their ensemble performance skills that will transfer to traditional band and orchestra settings. Training in balance and intonation is enhanced as this ensemble will permit exclusive concentration on best management of the clarinet’s strengths and weaknesses. Course may be repeated for credit up to four times. (Fall & Spring Only) Two hours laboratory each week. One Credit. One billable hour.

Pre-requisite(s): eligibility for ENG 001 or higher.
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Demonstrate instrumental techniques appropriate to solo and ensemble performance (PG1, PG4, GE1, GE7).
Perform effectively as part of an ensemble (PG1, PG4, GE2, GE5, GE7).
Model musical expression and performance techniques (PG1, GE2, GE5).
Execute musical works with historical accuracy (PG1, PG3, GE5, GE6).
Explore new musical techniques (PG1, PG3, PG4, GE2, GE5, GE6).
Critically analyze musical compositions and performances (PG2, PG , GE1, GE2, GE4, GE5).