Includes conducting laboratory. Covers techniques and philosophies in Orff and Kodaly through singing, playing, listening, moving, and creating. Examines how technology can be used in the elementary music classroom. Mus 346 String Techniques 2 credits Explores string instruments, stressing tone production and fundamental playing technique. Accompanying 1 credit each term - maximum 4 credits Addresses principles of playing artistic accompaniments for vocal and instrumental soloists and groups.
Practical experience is arranged and supervised.
A maximum of 4 credits from Mus 251 and 351 may be counted as ensemble credit. Mus 357 Advanced MIDI Applications 2 credits Explores more advanced MIDI applications resulting in several projects using available software and hardware configurations. Covers elementary programming of digital synthesizers and computers. Includes children's choir organization, rehearsal techniques, and literature. Introduces the International Phonetic Alphabet and English diction.