MUSC 450
Fall 2006
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01
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| This course may be repeated for credit. |
An ensemble course in the musical arts of the Trinidadian steelband. Students learn to perform on steelband instruments and study the social, historical, and cultural context of the ensemble. We also address issues of theory, acoustics, arranging, and composing. Readings, recordings, and video viewings supplement in-class instruction. The ensemble will present public performances. |
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Essential Capabilities:
None |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA MUSC |
| Course Format: Performance | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: None |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Stuempfle, Stephen, THE STEELBAND MOVEMENT
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Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Attendance is required. |
| Instructor(s): Carbone,William C. Times: ..T.R.. 09:00AM-10:20AM; Location: TBA |
Permission of Instructor Required
Enrollment capacity: 30 | Permission of instructor approval will be granted by the instructor during pre-registration through the Electronic Portfolio. Click "Add to My Courses" and "To request a POI electronically, click here" to submit your request. |
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