Eligible to take ENG courses at HFC.
First of four semesters of wind ensemble (symphony band) including preparation and performance of standard concert band music and transcriptions of all styles. This group performs for college as well as community functions. These courses are open to college students, adult members of the community, and advanced placement high school students. Woodwind, brass, and percussion instrumentalists should contact the director for auditions prior to the first rehearsal.
Goals, Topics, and Objectives
- Regular warm-up
Practice warming up using breathing, range, balance, and blend exercises.
- Concentrated rehearsals
Demonstrate introduction level of discriminating listening habits, with emphasis on introduction level of interpretation of symphonic band literature.
- Sight-Reading
Demonstrate introduction level in sight-reading skills.
- Musical voice (personal tone)
Demonstrate introduction level in the understanding of the dynamic contrast in development of one's musical "voice" or musical tone.
- Performances
Perform at introduction level in end-of-semester performance as scheduled (HFC Symphony Band Concert, etc.).
Assessment and Requirements
- Class Participation
- Evaluation of public performance
- Student self appraisals
Repertoire to be determined by instructor.
Outcomes
Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
Musical Audition
Determined by department