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  • MUSI 208: Clarinet and Saxophone Methods

    2.00 Credits
    Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

    A study of the fundamental concepts and skills needed to play and teach clarinet and saxophone to homogeneous and heterogeneous instrument groups in pre-K-12 instrumental music education setting. This includes the integration and application of national and state standards for music education.
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  • MUSI 209: Jazz Combo

    1.00 Credits
    Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

    Students will meet weekly with the appropriate faculty member to work on jazz performance in the small group (combo) setting. Study of phrasing, articulation, jazz theory, improvisation, and other jazz performance practices will be addressed. Students will be auditioned at the beginning of the semester for placement. At least one public performance will be given per semester. One credit for every semester of satisfactory participation is granted for this music performance group, with a maximum allowance of ten credits in any one music organization. Additional credits are possible with a waiver from the departmental chairperson. The ensemble is also available without credit.
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  • MUSI 212: Fundamentals of Conducting Lab

    1.00 Credits
    Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

    This course is the lab component to MUSI 206: Fundamentals of Conducting and will include application of conducting skills through time on the podium.
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  • MUSI 213: Saxophone Quartet

    1.00 - 2.00 Credits
    Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

    Students will meet weekly with the appropriate faculty member to work on literature selected for their performance ability level. Study of phrasing, articulation, balance, blend, intonation, and other performance practices will be addressed. Students will be auditioned at the beginning of the semester for placement. At least one public performance will be given per semester. Two hours per week rehearsal time. One to two credits for every semester of satisfactory participation is granted for this music performance group. The course may be repeated up to 10 times. Additional repeats are possible with a waiver from the department chairperson. The ensemble is also available without credit.
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  • MUSI 214: Symphonic Wind Ensemble

    1.00 - 4.00 Credits
    Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

    Symphonic Wind Ensemble: A chamber ensemble composed of select musicians chosen by audition, performing contemporary literature as well as transcriptions for winds and percussion. Four and a half hours of week rehearsal time. One to four credits for every semester of satisfactory participation is granted for this music performance group. The course may be repeated up to 10 times. Additional repeats are possible with a waiver from the department chairperson. The ensemble is also available without credit.
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  • MUSI 215: Concert Choir

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

    Auditioned mixed chorus of 50-70 singers that studies and performs a variety of music from Renaissance to 21st century, classical to contemporary, a cappella and music accompanied by piano, chamber groups, and symphonic ensembles. Three hours per week rehearsal time. Multiple concerts are presented both on and off campus and on periodic tours. One to three credits for every semester of satisfactory participation is granted for this music performance group. The course may be repeated up to 10 times. Additional repeats are possible with a waiver from the department chairperson. Entrance is by successful audition, held the first week of classes every semester; contact the instructor for information. The ensemble is also available without credit.
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  • MUSI 216: University Chorus

    1.00 - 2.00 Credits
    Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

    University Chorus is a non-auditioned ensemble open to singers from any academic discipline. This ensemble explores the fundamentals of singing and artistry within a collaborative community and through a selection of diverse repertoire. University Chorus has two ensembles that focus on higher voices and lower voices. Each semester, both sections will combine for mixed-voiced instruction on selected repertoire.The course may be repeated up to 10 times. Additional repeats are possible with a waiver from the department chairperson. The ensemble is also available without credit.
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  • MUSI 217: Chamber Singers

    1.00 - 2.00 Credits
    Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

    An elite chamber choir of 16-24 outstanding singers who perform challenging repertoire with a greater emphasis on a cappella music. Members of this group are expected to display initiative to prepare music to the highest possible level of their ability. Two and one-half hours per week rehearsal time. One or two credits for every semester of satisfactory participation is granted for this music performance group. The course may be repeated up to 10 times. Additional repeats are possible with a waiver from the department chairperson. Entrance is by successful audition, held the first week of classes every semester; contact the instructor for information. The ensemble is also available without credit.
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  • MUSI 218: Marching Pride

    1.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

    The Marching Pride performs during the half time at football games, both home and away, and for other special events. Much of its music is specially arranged. Open to all students. Six hours a week rehearsal during the football season. One to six credits for every semester of satisfactory participation is granted for this music performance group. The course may be repeated up to 6 times. Additional repeats are possible with a waiver from the department chairperson. The ensemble is also available without credit.
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  • MUSI 219: Concert Band

    1.00 - 4.00 Credits
    Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

    The Concert Band members are carefully selected to provide a balanced instrumentation of the best players. Music written for concert band is the main repertoire. Concerts on campus. Four hours a week rehearsal time. One to four credits for every semester of satisfactory participation is granted for this music performance group. The course may be repeated up to 5 times. Additional repeats are possible with a waiver from the department chairperson. The ensemble is also available without credit.
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