Basic Conducting

Catalog description

Development of the physical and mental skills necessary for accurate beat patterns, cueing, fermatas, cut-offs, accelerandos and ritardandos. Emphasis is placed on body posture, body language, eye contact, accurate tempos and dynamics. A basic knowledge of musical terms is required along with the ability to use them to teach the aesthetic qualities of music. Lect. 1, Lab 2. Prerequisite: MUS 266 . Offered Fall - Odd Numbered Years.