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MUSC415
Mande Music Ensemble
MUSC415 SP
| Section | Class Size | *Available | Times | POI | Prereq |
|---|
| 1 | 20 | 0 | Times: .T.T... 2:40PM-4:00PM; | Yes | No |
*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for
the Blue Add phase of registration. Some seats may be taken in previous
phases while others may be held out for subsequent phases of registration.
(Last Updated on Tue Aug 10 05:00:21 EDT 1999
)
This one semester course in the musical traditions of Mande
(Maninka and Mandinka) peoples of western Africa consists of
three separate ensembles: jembe and dundun drums; balafons
(xylophones); and guitars. Kora (harp) will be taught on a
limited basis. Students will also learn about the culture in
which the music lives through readings, recordings, and
video viewings. Audition and permission of instructor are
required at the first class. The ensemble will present
public performances.
MAJOR READINGS
A GUIDE TO THE JEMBE, Charry
THE GRAND MANDE GUITAR TRADITION..., Charry
Others to be announced.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
To be announced.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
Attendance is
required.
Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting
or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the
first class, they will be dropped from the class list.
NOTE: Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form
to the Registrar's Office.
COURSE FORMAT: Performance Studio
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 1.00
Gen Ed Area & Dept: HA MUSC
Prerequisites:
None
- Section 01
- Charry, E
- Times: .T.T... 2:40PM- 4:00PM;
- Grading Mode: A/F
- Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 1, So: 1, Fr: 1
- Major Preference Given
- Permission of Instructor Required.
Last Updated on MAR-22-1999
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