J’s Syllabus – Spring ‘09
MUS1108
Aural Skills II
TTH Noon
Credit – 1 semester hour
John Jinright
Office -Smith 107
Office hours – see door for schedule
Materials needed:
MacGamut Software Package
CD Player
Access to a computer
Pad of Staff Paper
Course Objectives: (290.3.3.32 Music-Common Rules (1) (a) (2)).
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Demonstrate solfege singing of simple duets in minor modes.
2. Develop and apply an understanding of conducting patterns and preparatory patterns.
3. Display working knowledge of intervals, triads, tetrads, and rhythmic elements.
4. Develop critical listening skills.
5. Recognize and transcribe rhythmic and tonal melodic patterns.
6. Utilize appropriate technology including but not limited to: CAI, Web materials and , Notation software, (NASM VII E) (6 of 7 Standards; TI:ME).
7. Demonstrate knowledge of standard harmonic progressions and perform these on piano.
University Attendance Policy - In registering for classes at the university, students accept responsibility for attending scheduled class meetings, completing assignments on time, and contributing to class discussion and exploration of ideas. Students will be excused for class absence for circumstances beyond the student’s control or if the student has been required to attend an activity sponsored by the university.
My Attendance Policy -Students are allowed 6 absences without penalty. Subsequent unexcused absences will result in a grade of FA. Communication is vital and is appreciated prior to your absence; if you have a problem attending class, please see me privately. All work missed must be made up.
Incomplete Work Policy – Incomplete grades are assigned at the discretion of the instructor ONLY UPON APPROVAL OF THE DIRECTOR OF THE SCHOOL OF MUSIC! You must follow Records Office policy for the removal of incomplete grades.
Honor Code: In our class we adhere to the high standards expected of members of the academic community. Please assist me by discouraging and/or reporting any abuse of the TSU Academic Code as published in the Oracle. I promise each of you that violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent allowable by the Academic Code. In some test situations you may be asked to affirm your adherence to the code by giving your signature or initials.
Grading Scale:
90-100 A
80-89 B
70-79 C
60-69 D
Below 60 F
Students under the jurisdiction of the Americans with Disabilities Act must notify the instructor during the first week of classes to facilitate accommodation.
These are the Graded Objectives and weights:
50% - MacGamut Assignment- Improved, and Easier for 2009!
20 % Transcriptions
10 % Piano Playoffs
20% Class Assignments
Due Dates:
Piano Playoff#1 ______________ I, IV, I6/4, V, I in all major keys
Piano Playoff #2______________ i, iv, i6/4, V, i in all minor keys
Piano Playoff #3______________ – 2 Approved Pop Songs Playoff in my choice of keys (Example – Stand By Me, Unchained Melody, Doors – Light my Fire, Stay -Jackson Brown.
