The emphasis is on the music used in ministry. Students prepare and perform songs in class under faculty guidance. This course is a survey of basic baton and platform techniques and a study of instrumental scores in conducting. Much stress will be placed on conducting various instrumental ensembles. This course consists of a study of the principles of teaching voice, practical teaching methods, and vocal terminology and anatomy.
Students observe private lessons and teach lessons under faculty guidance.
This course is a continuation of MU 323. Students continue the study of teaching voice, practical teaching methods, and vocal terminology and anatomy. Students will observe private lessons and teach lessons under the guidance of the faculty. This course is the practical application of choir directing skills developed in the sacred music major. Students will organize, prepare, and conduct a small choir from the beginning steps of music selection through rehearsals and actual performance.