MUS-176, 177, 276, 277: Individual Study in Music Performance: Tuba I, II, III, IV

Course, prefix, number, & title: MUS-176, 177, 276, 277 Individual Study in Music Performance: Tuba I, II, III, IV

Hours (Class, recitation, Laboratory, studio): 0.5 or 1 class hour Students are required to take 1 credit, 0.5 class hour for the A.S., Music degree. Students have the option of taking 2 credits, 1 class hour; offered as needed

Credits: 1 or 2 credits

Pre-requisites (if any): Satisfactory score on Music Placement test or consent of instructor

Co-requisites (if any): MUS-186, 187, 286, 287

Course Description in college catalog:

One half hour or one hour of weekly private instruction in tuba for A.S., Music degree students. Final examination will consist of a performance jury.

Academic programs for which this course serves as a requirement or an elective:

General Education Outcomes: Below is a listing of General Education Outcome(s) that this course supports.

1. Communicate effectively in various forms

2. Use analytical reasoning to identify issues or problems and evaluate evidence in order to make informed decisions

Course-specific student learning outcomes:

1. NASM standards address bodies of knowledge, skills, and professional capacities. At times, the standards require breadth, at other times, depth or specialization. Due to the individual nature of performance studies, it is understood that there are many repertories, numerous successful methodologies, and that students will arrive at the final level of expected competency through unique means. Upon completion of the four-semester sequence of Individual Study in Music Performance, all students will:

• Gain technical skills requisite for artistic self-expression in tuba performance at a level appropriate for transfer to a four-year institution.
• Develop an understanding and ability to perform the techniques, styles and repertoire on the tuba.
• Obtain a fluency in music notation(s) for the tuba demonstrating both general musicianship and a level of skill relevant to professional standards.
• Learn practical knowledge of tuba pedagogy at an appropriate level as demonstrated within the individual lesson.
• Demonstrate progressive achievement of competence in tuba performance, including a developed technical capability to produce artistic/intellectual goals.

Program-specific outcomes

Prepare students who wish to transfer to a four-year institution of higher learning to pursue a career in music by providing a solid foundation in the areas of musicianship and performance.

Provide the general college students with the opportunities to study music in a variety of classes that promotes intellectual inquiry, global awareness and lifelong active learning.

Other program outcomes (if applicable).

1. Integrate knowledge and skills in the program of study

2. Make ethical judgments while recognizing multiple perspectives, as appropriate in the program of study

3. Work collaboratively to accomplish learning objectives

Methods by which student learning will be assessed and evaluated; describe the types of methods to be employed; note whether certain methods are required for all sections:

Each lesson will be evaluated and graded on preparation and satisfactory demonstration of assigned material. Final grade will consist of the following components:

• Lesson Grade Average  70%
• Final Jury Grade            30%

Jury Examination:All students enrolled in Individual Study in Music Performance must perform a jury/final exam. Juries are performed in front of at least two full-time music department faculty members in addition to the student's instructor. Any student who does not pass to the next course level of proficiency after two semesters of study will be advised out of the program. The instructor will determine jury content in consultation with the student prior to the final jury examination date.

Student Recital: With instructor approval, students may choose to perform a student recital in lieu of the Jury Examination in the fourth semester of study as an honors contract. At least two department faculty members in addition to the student’s instructor must be present to evaluate the recital.

Class Policies:

Practice: This course requires a minimum of 1 hour of practice per day. Individual practice times may vary based on the need of each student.

• Email:Students will be expected to respond to all email inquiries initiated by the instructor.
• Physical Contact: Due to the nature of instruction, there may be cases where physical contact between the instructor and the student may be necessary to demonstrate posture and hand placement.The instructor will make the student aware of any contact before approaching the student. If this contact makes the student uncomfortable, the student may express this to the instructor and other arrangements will be made.
• Dress Code: It is the student’s responsibility to wear appropriate attire as determined by the instructor for lessons and final jury. Instruction may be withheld if inappropriate attire is worn.

Attendance:

All students are required to attend their lessons.If the student cannot attend the lesson due to illness, he or she must notify the instructor prior to the start of the lesson.Failure to do so will result in a lowering of the final grade as determined by the instructor. Make up lessons will be given at the discretion of the instructor. If the instructor must miss lessons due to professional obligations, lessons may be made up individually or through group lessons administered by the instructor.

Academic Integrity policy (department or College):
Academic honesty is expected of all students. Any violation of academic integrity is taken extremely seriously. All assignments and projects must be the original work of the student or teammates. Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Any questions regarding academic integrity should be brought to the attention of the instructor. The following is the Queensborough Community College Policy on Academic Integrity: "It is the official policy of the College that all acts or attempted acts that are violations of Academic Integrity be reported to the Office of Student Affairs. At the faculty member's discretion and with the concurrence of the student or students involved, some cases though reported to the Office of Student Affairs may be resolved within the confines of the course and department. The instructor has the authority to adjust the offender's grade as deemed appropriate, including assigning an F to the assignment or exercise or, in more serious cases, an F to the student for the entire course." Read the University's policy on Academic Integrity opens in a new window.

Disabilities
Any student who feels that he or she may need an accommodation based upon the impact of a disability should contact the Office of Accessibility Services in Science Building, Room S-132, 718-631-6257, to coordinate reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. You can visit the Office of Accessibility Services website.