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Academic Year 2005/2006

Steel Band
MUSC 450 FA

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.

MAJOR READINGS

THE STEELBAND MOVEMENT, Stephen Stuempfle

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Attendance is required.

COURSE FORMAT: Performance

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: HA MUSC    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: NONE

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Eagleson,Ian M.   
Times: TBA;     Location: TBA
Reserved Seats:    (Total Limit: 30)

Special Attributes:
Permission:    Permission of Instructor Required
POI will be granted by the instructor during the drop/add period using electronic drop/add.
Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-30-2006

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