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MUSC473

Samba
MUSC473 SP

Crosslistings: LAST473
SectionClass Size*AvailableTimesPOIPrereq
1 25 2 YesNo

*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 )

Music 473 is a two-semester ensemble course in Brazilian samba. Students learn to perform on samba instruments and study the social, historical, and cultural context of the ensemble. The course also addresses issues of theory, arranging, and composing. Readings, recordings, and video-viewings supplement in-class instruction. The ensemble will also present public performances.

MAJOR READINGS

SAMBA, Guillermoprieto
THE BRAZILIAN SOUND, McGowen, Passinha
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
Galm, E
Grading Mode: A/F
Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 2, So: 3, Fr: 4
Major Preference Given
Permission of Instructor Required.

Last Updated on MAR-22-1999




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