MUS 542 - Advanced Conducting: American Band College

Description:
Clinician presentations related to the conductor’s considerations for instrumental pedagogy, conducting technique, and rehearsal technique. In-rehearsal participation, sight-reading, or preparing for concerts. Assessment and evaluation sessions based on conducting assignments. May be repeated up to 12 credits.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: graduate standing and admission to American Band College program.

Credits:
(4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Analyze selected wind band scores with attention to applied pedagogy of wind/brass/percussion instruments.
Select and justify gestural vocabulary consistent with score analysis.
Demonstrate applied conducting technique (gestural vocabulary) in rehearsal.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
1/22/21

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Summer Locations Ellensburg