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MUSC 1030: Preparatory Individual Instruction 2
Effective date
January 2020
Department
Music
School
Arts and Sciences
Description
Preparatory Individual Instruction 2 is the second of a two-term sequence of courses of individual instruction in a beginner student's area of interest in instrumental or vocal performance or composition.
Credits
1.0
Year of study
Post-secondary Preparatory
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
Enrollment in a minimum of 7 credits in music at VCC (including MUSC 1030).
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Perform or compose pieces using basic technical elements with consistent accuracy and control
- Perform or compose with consistent control over sonic elements
- Demonstrate growth in fluency with written musical materials
- Perform or compose repertoire at an appropriate level with a basic awareness of style
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 19
Total Hours: 19
Total Hours: 19
Instructional Strategies
Private Instruction: Exercises and repertoire for daily practice. Composers will bring in new or revised work every week. Assignments to aid continuous artistic and technical growth.
Masterclass: Students will attend weekly masterclasses where they will perform or demonstrate what they have been working on in lessons.
Completion of Individual Instruction does not guarantee acceptance into Music Diploma Program, which is by audition.
Masterclass: Students will attend weekly masterclasses where they will perform or demonstrate what they have been working on in lessons.
Completion of Individual Instruction does not guarantee acceptance into Music Diploma Program, which is by audition.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C-
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Participation |
15 |
Lessons and Masterclass where appropriate |
|
Assignments |
35 |
Assignments appropriate to instrument or voice |
|
Other |
25 |
Students will maintain a practice and performance journal |
|
Final Exam |
25 |
Jury exam |
Course topics
- Basic technique or technical elements
- Basic tone/sound production or sonic elements
- Practice concepts or idea development concepts
- Repertoire
- Sight-reading
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.