MUS 240 - Guitar Ensemble

Credits: 2
Instructional Contact Hours: 2

Performs as a member of a guitar ensemble using proper tone and technique to create meaningful artistic interpretations of the music. Reads music effectively and understands a musical score. Communicates effectively with other musicians in a group setting. Course designed for guitarists who have experience with classical guitar technique and music reading skills.

Prerequisite(s): MUS 135 or MUS 137 with minimum grade of “C”
Corequisite(s): None
Lecture Hours: 30 Lab Hours: 0
Meets MTA Requirement: None
Pass/NoCredit: No

Outcomes and Objectives

Demonstrate proper classical guitar tone and technique.
1. Demonstrate various basic guitar techniques such as scales, arpeggios, and slurs effectively.
2. Perform basic guitar compositions utilizing a variety of timbres on guitar.
Demonstrate effective reading of guitar music.
1. Perform several short pieces of polyphonic guitar music.
2. Complete a basic guitar notation assignment.
Perform as a member of a musical ensemble.
1. Listen to and communicate with others in ensemble via musical sounds.
2. Keep rhythmic time and perform the proper notes of a composition.
3. Perform with proper dynamics and expressive devices.