PROGRESSIVE AND VERNACULAR MUSIC METHODS

Catalog description

Elementary through secondary instruction of music methods related to vernacular and popular music styles. Students gain experience with lesson planning, program organization, recruiting and performing with ensembles that exist outside the band-orchestra-chorus model including, but not limited to, rock bands, technology-based ensembles and other non-traditional ensembles. Experiences focus on popular and vernacular music-making techniques, facilitating small- and large-group instruction and incorporating these experiences within the traditional school music setting. Ten field hours are required.