Course Code:
MUN1140-2141

Credit Hours:
1

Effective beginning:
2021-22

Course Description:
An instrumental ensemble providing an outlet and learning experience to study and perform standard wind band literature, to improve individual instrumental skills, and to sharpen ensemble techniques. The Wind Ensemble performs in both on and off campus venues. Membership is open to all part-time and full-time students with high school or community band experience on a credit or non-credit basis. Two or more hours of instruction per week. May be repeated up to a maximum of 4 times for credit.

Instructors:

Dr. Josh Martin
Office: H125
martinj@chipola.edu

Required textbooks/ course materials:

Textbooks and instructional supplies will be provided.

Assignment/course outline:

See your Instructor First Day Handout for individual instructor assignment schedule.

Discipline-level learning outcomes:

Area 5: Humanities

College-Level Competency: Interpret, evaluate, and appreciate works of human culture

H-1      Compare works of the humanities (art, philosophy, architecture, literature, film, theatre and/or music) in various cultures or literary movements

H-2      Analyze artistic expressions (art, philosophy, architecture, literature, film, theatre and/or music)

H-3      Communicate informed responses to works of the humanities (art, philosophy, architecture, literature, film, theatre and/or music)

H-4      Explain thematic connections among works of the humanities (art, philosophy, architecture, literature, film, theatre and/or music)

Music Studies Competency: Compare, analyze, appreciate and demonstrate works of music while applying foundational knowledge and skills; including the ability to work independently and collaboratively to prepare performances at the highest possible level.

Mu-1   Create new works of music

Course-level learning outcomes:

Means of accomplishing learning outcomes:

Music will be assigned and concepts will be explained in class as each new unit of study is encountered. Instructor will monitor individual progress, and group experiences will be a feature of each class period.