Advanced String Methods

Catalog description

Advanced String Methods (ASM) is a lecture course that focuses on secondary (middle- and high-school level) string and orchestra music programs. Topics include rehearsal planning and strategies, selection and pedagogical analysis of appropriate literature, ensemble development, intermediate- and advanced- level sequential pedagogy and executive skill development, program structure, and measurement and evaluation of student performance. ASM strongly emphasizes the need for personal musicianship skills in teaching. These include?but are not limited to?singing and playing with good intonation; accurate pulse, rhythm, and meter; artistic expression; appropriate styles and choices of accompaniment; and adequate technical ability on all secondary instruments. The lecture component for occurs weekly during 100-minute blocks.