Timpani, Latin American instruments, and cymbal techniques are also covered. Percussion ensemble materials and elementary methods are used. Elementary instruction in violin, viola, cello and bass, including tuning, bowing, fingering, knowledge of position and care of instrument. The student will acquire sufficient facility in each instrument to be able to demonstrate the various techniques in teaching. A study of available instrumental solo and ensemble literature which is suitable and applicable to instrumental performance and programs at the elementary and secondary levels.
Special consideration is given to concerted music useful for worship services.
The place and importance of classroom music. A study of the organizational structure of the total music program K-12 with special emphasis on curriculum, administration, supervision and development of classroom and special music programs and organizations.