In latter part of course attention given to timpani, mallet, and effect instruments. Basic techniques, problems, and teaching techniques for each brass instrument. Emphasis on ensemble performance. Students will also survey the history of Jazz and illuminate its impact on American music and society, including contemporary worship. Meets General Edu-cation Arts requirement.
Principal activity involves listening to various forms and types of recorded music.
Basic techniques of playing the flute, oboe, saxophone, and bassoon. Methods of teaching songs and listening, with rhythmic and creative activities. Includes observation and participation in the public schools. Study of copyright laws, contracts, booking concerts, preparing a publicity packet, publicizing concerts, fund-raising, and other related matters. Through readings, listening, and direct musical experience students will come to understand some of the cultural and aesthetic differences of a specific non-Western music system.