Syllabi

Course Syllabi

Applied Study Piano 104-001/002

Piano Class for Beginners 124

Piano Pedagogy 456

Applied Study Accompanying 130

Milligan Women's Chorale 183

Piano as Secondary Concentration 101

30%

(SLO-1,2)

40%

30%

(SLO-1,2)

40%

MUSC 124 - PIANO CLASS FOR BEGINNERS

Milligan College • Fall 2008 • M/W 11:15 a.m. • Piano Lab, Seeger Chapel • Professor: Mrs. Anne Elliott • 461-8938/282-5837 • aelliott@milligan.edu

Text: Alfred’s PIANO 101, Lancaster and Renfrow.

Course description: This is a group piano class for non-music majors or minors who have no previous piano experience. The course teaches basic skills in piano playing, music reading, and theory. Students will learn to play various styles of piano music.

Learning outcomes: Students will learn the fundamentals of piano playing through individual and group musical experiences. Students will learn to read music, understand basic rhythms and chords, and elementary music theory. The course lays the foundation for ongoing piano/keyboard study.

Course requirements:
Class preparation and participation: Each student is expected to come to class fully prepared and ready to actively participate in ensemble playing experiences as well as playing individually. Consistent, goal-oriented, daily practice is required to achieve expertise in technique and music reading. The practice requirement is 6 hours per week. Two hours of practice time per week must take place in the piano lab. Students will sign the keyboard lab practice log to get credit for the practice time. The additional 4 hours of practice take place in the practice rooms in Lower Seeger. Each student must keep a practice log and turn it in to the instructor each Wednesday.

Performance requirement: Students will perform two pieces from memory in a class recital at the end of the semester.

Assignments: The tentative daily class session assignments are as follows:

Class 1. Course Introduction / Unit 1	Class 2. Units 1, 2
Class 3. Unit 3	Class 4. Units 1, 2, 3 – Test Review
Class 5. Test #1 – Units 1, 2, 3	Class 6. Unit 4
Class 7. Unit 5	Class 8. Units 4 and 5 – Test Review
Class 9. Test #2 – Units 4, 5	Class 10. Unit 6
Class 11. Unit 7	Class 12. Units 6, 7 Test Review
Class 13. Test #3– Units 6, 7	Class 14. Units 8, 9
Class 17. Test #4 – Units 8	Class 16. Units 8, 9 – Test Review
Class 17. Test #4 – Units 8	Class 18. Unit 10
Class 19. Unit 11	Class 20. Units 10-11 – Test Review
Class 21. Test #5 - Units 10-11	Class 22. Unit 12
Class 23. Unit 13	Class 24. Units 12, 13 – Test Review
Class 25. Test #6 – Units 12-13	Class 26. Unit 14
Class 27. Unit 15	Class 28. Test #7 –Units 14-15
Class 29. Final Exam Review	Class 30. Final Exam Review

Evaluation/Grading policy:
Evaluation: Units tests are given about every other week covering 2-3 units, depending on the amount of material. Tests include both a written and playing portion. Test dates are found on the assignment agenda.
Grading: Students are graded on the following:
1. Class preparation/practice time/active participation:     50%
(This includes correct posture, technique, accurate rhythm and notes, dynamics, tempi)
2. Unit tests:                                                               20%
   (Tests have written and playing content.)
3. Recital performance:                                                 15%
   (Memory security, correct notes and rhythm, technique, dynamics, tempi, and stage presence.
4. Final Exam:                                                              15%
   (This is a comprehensive exam including written and playing.)

Practice habits, attitude, overall achievement and progress in playing the piano are also taken into consideration. Pluses and minuses are given when appropriate as determined by the instructor.

Class attendance: Students are expected to attend every Monday and Wednesday class. A student may miss 2 classes per semester. Each additional absence lowers the final grade one-third of a letter grade. Excused absences such as school trips or performance tours are not included in the 2 missed classes. When a student misses a class he/she is expected to come to the next class with the missed class material accomplished. Four tardies to class are equal to one absence.

Accommodations for Disabilities: Milligan College provides reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. To receive accommodations, students must make a formal request according to the policy outlined in the current college catalog. Once your request has been evaluated, a list of accommodations will be prepared for distribution to your professors. If you have additional questions, please contact Professor Traci Smith, director of disability services. You may contact her by phone (8981), email or appointment in the McMahan Student Center.

Office hours: For student consultation office hours are posted on the office door of Seeger Chapel Room #401. Phone numbers are: Milligan:461-8938 and Home: 282-5837. Email: aelliott@milligan.edu.

FALL 2008 DAILY CLASS ASSIGNMENT SYLLABUS:

Course Introduction/Unit 1

Units 1, 2

Unit 3

Units 1,2,3 - Review for Test

Test #1 - Units 1, 2, 3

Unit 4

Unit 5

Units 4 and 5 - Review for Test

Test #2 - Units 4, 5

Unit 6

Unit 7

Units 6, 7 Review for Test

Test #3 - Units 6, 7

Units 8, 9

Units 8, 9 - Review for Test

Test #4 - Units 8-9

Unit 10

Unit 11

Units 10-11 - Review for Test

Test #5 - Units 10-11

Unit 12

Unit 13

Units 12, 13 - Review for test

Test #6 - Units 12-13

Unit 14

Unit 15

Test #7-Units 14-15

Final Exam Review

MUSC 130 - APPLIED STUDY ACCOMPANYING

Milligan College • Fall 2009-TBA • Studio, Seeger Chapel • Professor: Mrs. Anne Elliott • 461-8938/282-5837 • aelliott@milligan.edu

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is individual instruction in the art and practice of accompanying. The student will study vocal and instrumental piano accompaniments of various music styles and serve as accompanists for ensembles and soloists in recital, studio classes, and juries. This course is one semester hour (one hour lesson per week) for music majors whose principal area of instruction is piano, and one-half semester hour (one half-hour lesson per week) for all other students.

TEXTS: Music for this course is normally provided by the soloist. Unauthorized photocopies of the music are not acceptable. Other music for this course consists of music the student may already own and/or new music and/or materials selected by the instructor. Additional requirements of the course include a metronome, a pocket music dictionary, and recording device.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
1. Demonstrate improved musical skills in the art of accompanying
2. Experience musical collaborations in lessons, rehearsals and performances
3. Perform solo repertoire of various styles and music periods
4. Develop strategies for effective time management and practice in relation to rehearsals and performances

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
Accompanist Practice Requirements: 5+ hours for half-hour credit and 8+ hours for one-hour credit, unless otherwise assigned by the instructor. The student will keep a Weekly Piano Practice Goals log and turn it in at each weekly lesson.
Accompanist and Soloist Practice Requirements: One 30-minute practice per week. The accompanist is expected to be in the practice time for the full amount of the time of the rehearsal. The student will keep track of their practice sessions on the Accompanist/Soloist practice form and bring these to the applied lesson each week, even if there was no weekly rehearsal.
Soloist to Accompanist Lesson Attendance Requirements: The student accompanist will arrange with the soloist for the soloist to attend two applied accompanying lessons during the semester.
Accompanist to Soloist Lesson Attendance Requirements: The student accompanist will attend the soloist's weekly lessons according to the desire of the soloist's instructor. This may vary from instructor to instructor.
Accompanist Performance Requirements: The accompanist will also play for the soloist in recitals and juries. All recital and jury performance procedures and guidelines for this course adhere to the information in the Music Student Handbook 2009-10. In order to perform a recital or jury, the accompanist must participate in a dress rehearsal with the soloist prior to the recital day. In the event the accompanist secures the help of a page-turner, the page-turner must also wear professional recital attire and MUST attend at least the dress rehearsal. The accompanist and page-turner must arrive at the recital venue 10 minutes before the recital starts.
Accompanying Studio Class: During the semester accompanists and soloists will perform in 2-3 studio classes. The dates and times of the studio class performances are TBA and will be posted. The accompanist is responsible to notify soloists of these dates and times well in advance. At least one soloist of each accompanist will perform at each studio class.

ASSIGNMENTS:
Assignments are individual and are determined by the soloist's repertoire or other specific assignments in accordance with student's experience level and keyboard skills.

EVALUATION:
Weekly lessons: Students are given a numerical and letter grade each week based upon the following: attendance, attitude, practice time, quality of performance at lessons (correct notes, rhythm, fingerings, dynamics, and other musical details), musical progress from previous lesson, memory assignment deadlines, and any other assignments.
Performances: Studio class performances and recital performances will count as a regular lesson grade. Not performing in studio class or recital results in an F.

Grades are determined as follows:

Weekly lessons:	60% (SLO, 1,4)
Recital performances:	25% (SLO, 3,4)
Studio class attendance/performance:	15% (SLO, 2,4)

Applied Lesson Grade Rubric
	Excellent (40 pts)	Fair (30 pts)	Poor (20pts)
Practice Time:
	Reached or suppassed practice requirement	Almost reached practice requirement	Fell far short of practice requirement
Progress/Performance:
	Exceptional level of performance. Meets practice goals. Complete assignment prepared.	Average level of performance. Reflects some attempt to meet practice goals. Most of assignment prepared.	Poor level of performance. Reflects little to no attempt to meet practice goals. Little to none of assignment prepared.
Attitude:
	Always displays a positive attitude toward learning and performing.	Often displays a positive attitude toward learning and performing.	Frequently displays a negative attitude toward learning and performing.

Other considerations connected to final grade are:
1. Quality of recital performances
2. Effectiveness in soloists' lessons and juries.
3. Input from the soloist's instructor as to the accompanist's preparedness, promptness, attitude and professionalism.
4. Overall musical progress during the semester

The letter grade will be determined as follows:
A = 92-100%            B = 83-91%              C = 73-82%
             D = 63-72%                    F = below 63%
Pluses or minuses may be used at the teacher’s discretion.

ATTENDANCE POLICY:
Lesson Attendance: The student is required to attend all applied accompanying lessons. If a student must miss a scheduled lesson, he/she should notify the instructor as far as possible in advance. Before missing a lesson due to illness or conflict, students are encouraged to swap lessons with another student. Missed lessons due to illness or death in the family are made up through a lesson or assignment. Other absences are considered to be cuts. The weekly lesson grade for that week is an F.

Studio Class and Recital Attendance: Students are required to attend all piano related class sessions and/or recitals in additional to regular lessons.

TARDINESS TO LESSONS: The instructor will wait ten minutes for a student. After ten minutes the lesson will be considered an unexcused absence. The lesson is not made up. Two “tardies” per semester are tolerated with no consequence to the grade. After that, two “tardies” result in an unexcused absence in the grading evaluation. A grade of F is given for unexcused absences.

Cell Phones are not allowed at lessons, not even on "vibrate." If a cell phone rings or vibrates during a lesson, an "F" is given for that weekly grade. Cell phones are allowed in practice/rehearsal sessions.

Office Hours: Schedule is posted on office door. Contact information: home (282-5837), campus (ext. 8938), email (aelliott@milligan.edu).

MUSC 104-001/002 - APPLIED STUDY PIANO

Milligan College • Fall 2009-TBA • Studio, Seeger Chapel • Professor: Mrs. Anne Elliott • 461-8938/282-5837 • aelliott@milligan.edu

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is individual instruction in piano in weekly private lessons. It is open to all students and is offered each term. This course is one semester hour (one hour lesson per week) for music majors with a piano primary, and one-half semester hour (one half-hour lesson per week) for all other students. The student will study piano literature of various musical styles.

TEXTS: The texts for this course consist of music the student may already own and/or new music and/or materials selected by the instructor. They are determined on an individual basis according to the current musical level, goals, and experience of the student. Texts may be borrowed, purchased via the Internet, purchased from a local music store, or checked out of the Milligan library. Other requirements for the course include a metronome, a pocket music dictionary, and tape recorder.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
1. Demonstrate improvement in proficiency in piano playing
2. Evaluate and critique one's own playing and progress
3. Develop effective time management and practice strategies related to performance goals
4. Prepare repertoire for recital performances and/or juries

COURSE REQUIREMENTS and RECITAL:
Weekly Practice Time: 6+ hours for half-hour credit and 12+ hours for one-hour credit. Students will keep a Weekly Piano Practice Goals log provided by the instructor and record the information indicated concerning material studied, goals achieved, and practice time. These will be turned in at each lesson.

Performances: Music majors, minors, and other selected elective students will perform in one music departmental recital at the discretion of the professor. Additional required performances are piano studio classes and/or studio recital near the end of the semester. Dates for these performances will be posted. Music majors and minors will perform a jury at the end of the semester. Repertoire for those performances will be memorized.

Recital attendance requirements for Music Majors and Minors: Music majors and minors are required to attend all but one afternoon recital per semester. Students may be required to attend off-campus recitals as determined by the professor.

ASSIGNMENTS: Weekly practice and performance assignments will be given at each lesson as to repertoire, technique, and theory. This assignment is individualized and reflects the student’s music level. Other relative assignments may be given.

Music majors and minors, as well as other students by invitation, will perform in Piano Studio Classes during the semester. These dates are TBA and will be posted.

EVALUATION:
Weekly lesson grades: Students are given a numerical and letter grade each week based upon the following rubric:

Applied Lesson Grade Rubric
	Excellent (40 pts)	Fair (30 pts)	Poor (20pts)
Practice Time:
	Reached or suppassed practice requirement	Almost reached practice requirement	Fell far short of practice requirement
Progress/Performance:
	Exceptional level of performance. Meets practice goals. Complete assignment prepared.	Average level of performance. Reflects some attempt to meet practice goals. Most of assignment prepared.	Poor level of performance. Reflects little to no attempt to meet practice goals. Little to none of assignment prepared.
Attitude:
	Always displays a positive attitude toward learning and performing.	Often displays a positive attitude toward learning and performing.	Frequently displays a negative attitude toward learning and performing.

Performance grades: Studio class performances and recital performances will count as a regular lesson grade. Not performing in studio class or recital results in an F.
Recital attendance grade: For majors and minors, failure to meet recital attendance requirements will result in a half a letter grade in every music class final grade average.

In determining the final semester grade, overall musical progress during the semester is also taken into consideration. The grading percentage breakdown is as follows:

	Majors/Minors:	Electives
Weekly lessons:	60%	90%	(SLO, 1,2,3)
Recital attendance:	5%
Studio class attendance/performance:	15%	10%	(SOL, 1,4)
Jury or final exam:	20%		(SLO, 1,4)

For majors and minors, the semester grade will not be more than one letter grade higher or lower than the average jury grade. The letter grade will be determined as follows:
A = 92-100%            B = 83-91%              C = 73-82%
             D = 63-72%                    F = below 63%
Pluses or minuses may be used at the teacher’s discretion.

ATTENDANCE POLICY:
LESSON ATTENDANCE: Students are required to attend all lessons during the semester. If a student must miss a scheduled lesson, he/she should notify the instructor as far as possible in advance. Missed lessons due to illness or death in the family are made up through a lesson or assignment. Before missing a lesson due to illness or conflict, students are encouraged to swap lessons with another student. Other absences are considered to be cuts. The weekly lesson grade for that week is an F. Absences may be made-up by an assignment or make-up lesson. Excused and unexcused absences are determined at the discretion of the instructor.

Studio Class and Recital Attendance: Students are required to attend all piano-related class sessions and/or recitals.

TARDINESS TO LESSONS: The instructor will wait ten minutes for a student. After ten minutes the lesson will be considered an unexcused absence. The lesson is not made up. Two “tardies” per semester are tolerated with no consequence to the grade. After that, two “tardies” result in an unexcused absence in the grading evaluation. A grade of F is given for unexcused absences. The student will in turn wait ten minutes for the instructor if the instructor is late.

Cell Phones are not allowed at lessons, not even on "vibrate." If a cell phone rings or vibrates during a lesson, an "F" is given for that weekly grade. Cell phones are not permitted in practice sessions.

OFFICE HOURS: Office hours are posted on the door. Students are asked to contact Mrs. Elliott's contact numbers are: Home (282-5837), Campus phone (ext. 8938), or Email (aelliott@milligan.edu)

MUSC 456 - PIANO PEDAGOGY

Milligan College • Spring 2009-TBA • Room 401, Seeger Chapel • Professor: Mrs. Anne Elliott • 461-8938/282-5837 • aelliott@milligan.edu

Course description: This course instructs the student in the various aspects of piano teaching from teaching piano skills to operating a private piano studio. The format of the course includes lecture, discussion, lesson observation, in-class coaching sessions, and hands-on experience in teaching piano.

Text/Readings: Main course text: Practical Piano Pedagogy with CD-ROM included, Dr. Martha Baker-Jordan, Warner Brothers, publisher. Other course readings and research will include books from the Milligan library, online sources, and music method books.

Course outcomes/objectives: The course will provide the student basic knowledge in teaching fundamental piano skills, setting up a private piano studio and maintaining its business aspects. The course will familiarize students with current and traditional piano teaching materials, techniques, and principles.

Course requirements: Students are expected to read the text, participate in class activities and exercises, and prepare assignments as indicated by the instructor. Each student will keep a notebook of class notes and handouts, etc. Students will teach a beginning student for 6 consecutive weeks and observe three local piano teachers. The student will secure his/her own student for the purpose of practice teaching. Students will turn in lesson forms/plans for each lesson given. Information on local piano teachers for observations will be provided by the instructor.

Assignments: Class assignments include: article and/or book reviews, practice teaching with a beginning student, lesson observations of local teachers, practice teaching lesson plans, comparisons of methods books, compilation notebook of course materials. Forms for these assignments are included in this syllabus.

Evaluation/Grading Policy: Grading: Students are graded on the following:

Class preparation and participation	30%
Article Reviews	20%
Teaching observations and Lesson plans	20%
Tests	20%
Notebook	10%

The letter grade will be determined as follows:
A = 92-100%               B = 83-91%                  C = 73-82%
                    D = 63-72%                F = below 63%
Pluses and minuses are given when appropriate as determined by the instructor.

Attendance Policy: Students are expected to be on time and attend every class. Each unexcused absence lowers the final grade one/third of a letter grade. Four tardies are equal to an unexcused absence. When a student misses a class he/she is expected to come to the next class with the missed class material accomplished.

OFFICE HOURS: Office hours are posted on the door. Students are asked to contact Mrs. Elliott's contact numbers are: Home (282-5837), Campus phone (ext. 8938), or Email (aelliott@milligan.edu)

Piano Teacher Observation Report Outline
Piano Pedagogy - MUSC 456
Spring 2009
Professor: Anne B. Elliott

Name: _______________________________

Teacher: ________________________________ Date: _______________

Student name: ___________________________________

Location of lesson: ___________________________________________________________________________

The Lesson
Teaching Environment
Opening/Greeting:
Lesson procedure
Material covered
Teaching techniques used by the teacher:
Questions asked by the student
Student/teacher rapport

Your Response
Teacher effectiveness
What you would have done differently and why
Overall impression of the lesson

_______________________________

Lesson Plan
Piano Pedagogy - MUSC 456
Spring 2009

Name: __________________________________________________ Date: _________________

Student: ______________________________________________ Location: ________________________________

Method used: __________________________________________________________________________________

Technique: ___________________________________________________________________________________
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Theory: _____________________________________________________________________________________
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Pieces played: ______________________________________________________________________________
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New Assignment: ____________________________________________________________________________
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Comments: ________________________________________________________________________________
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MUSC 183 - MILLIGAN WOMEN'S CHORALE

Milligan College • Fall 2009 • MW 3:10-4:05• Walker Auditorium, Seeger Chapel • Professor: Mrs. Anne Elliott • 461-8938/282-5837 • aelliott@milligan.edu

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The Women’s Chorale is a small vocal ensemble for use for specialized performances (ex. area organizations, churches, chapel services, Christmas Concert) and other campus needs. The ensemble learns and performs choral literature of various styles. It is open to all female Milligan students. The course is one credit hour.

TEXTS AND MATERIALS:
Text: The required text for the course is a folder containing all music to be performed during the semester. The chorale folder may be picked up from the Secretary in the Music Office. A returnable deposit of $25 is required to secure the folder. Missing or damaged music will be charged against the $25 deposit. Students are to bring the folder and a pencil for rehearsal notes to ALL rehearsals. Students must bring the folder to rehearsal by Wednesday, August 19, 2009. If the folders are not brought to the rehearsal it will be considered an absence from rehearsal.

Attire: When performing the ensemble will wear formal performance attire. This attire is purchased from the Music Secretary within the first two weeks of class. Jet- black hose and closed-toe black shoes are also required for performances. Pumps are the preferred style of performing shoe. Wedges, shoes with very pointed toes, or very high heels are not considered appropriate. Tattoos are not considered appropriate attire and must be clearly camouflaged for concert performances.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
1. Enhance vocal and choral performance skills
2. Experience choral music of various styles and periods
3. Improve sight singing and music reading skills
4. Demonstrate professional performance deportment
5. Perform choral music in local churches and venues

COURSE REQUIREMENTS: Students are required to attend rehearsals and bring choral folders and pencils. Students are required to purchase performance attire and participate in each public performance. Failure to bring a folder and pencil to rehearsal will be considered an absence.

ASSIGNMENTS: Assignments are given as to music memory work, concerts and performances. Performance dates are given at the beginning of the semester as well as during the semester as performing opportunities present themselves. These will be communicated to students as soon as they are arranged. All Women's Chorale members will use Milligan College transportation to performance venues unless other arrangements are cleared through the director.

EVALUATION/ GRADING POLICY: Other than attendance and promptness additional considerations are given to determine final grades:
* Having appropriate and required materials
* Level of participation in rehearsals and performances
* Professional conduct at rehearsals and performances
* Appropriate performance attire and accessories
* Attitude
* Vocal and musical progress during the semester
* Meeting memorization assignments and deadlines

Rehearsal attendance:	60%	(SLO-1,2,3)
Performance Participation	40%	(SLO-4,5)

The letter grade will be determined as follows:
A = 92-100%    B = 83-91%     C = 73-82%        D = 63-72%         F = below 63%

Pluses or minuses may be used at the teacher’s discretion.

ATTENDANCE POLICY:
Rehearsals: Students are to check in with the chorale secretary at each rehearsal and performance. Students are required to attend all rehearsal but ONE without penalty. After two absences, the final grade will be reduced by a whole letter.

Performances: Attendance at all performances is mandatory unless the student is very ill or there is a death in the family. In the event a student anticipates missing a performance due to illness, the student must notify the director via phone on the day of the performance. In all other situations, the instructor must be notified at least 24 hours in advance. Failure to participate in a performance result in a final grade deduction by two letters (ex. A down to C).

Absences: In the event of an absence, planned or unplanned, the student herself should notify the instructor PRIOR to the rehearsal or performance. It is not acceptable to send word through another student of your absence. In addition, students are expected to notify the instructor between the missed rehearsal and the upcoming rehearsal. Excused absences are illness or a death in the family. Sinusitis or colds are NOT considered as reasons for excused absences.

Tardiness: Weekly rehearsals: Students are expected to be at weekly rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and performances ON TIME. Four late rehearsal arrivals will result in an absence. One tardy at a performance will count as an absence. Absence or tardiness for a dress rehearsal results in not performing the concert. Students who arrive at a performance without proper performance attire, jewelry accessories, and folders will not be allowed to perform. Not performing in a concert results in a F.

Cell Phones: Cell phones are not allowed in rehearsals or performances, not even on vibrate. Failure to comply will result in a student’s dismissal from rehearsal or performance and the grade of an F (for that day).

ACCOMMODATIONS FOR DISABILITIES: Milligan College provides reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. To receive accommodations, students must make a formal request according to the policy outlined in the current college catalog. Once your request has been evaluated, a list of accommodations will be prepared for distribution to your professors. If you have additional questions, please contact Professor Traci Smith, director of disability services. You may contact her by phone (8981), email or appointment in the McMahan Student Center.

OFFICE HOURS: Office hours are posted on the office door. I may be contacted at ext. 8938 or at home 282-5837. Email address: aelliott@milligan.edu.

MUSC 101 - PIANO AS SECONDARY CONCENTRATION

Milligan College • Fall 2009 • M/W 8:00 a.m. • Piano Lab, Seeger Chapel • Professor: Mrs. Anne Elliott • 461-8938/282-5837 • aelliott@milligan.edu

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is a group piano class, which is the applied study of piano for secondary concentration for music majors and minors. This course prepares students to pass the Piano Proficiency exam required by all music majors and minors whose secondary instrument is piano.

TEXTS/READINGS: The main course text is: Contemporary Class Piano by Elyse Mach. Other materials will include music the student already owns and/or music available in the Milligan Library. Students are also required to have a pocket music dictionary and a metronome.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
1. Demonstrate progressive keyboard skills in preparation for the piano proficiency MUSC 207.
2. Apply basic music theory concepts to music reading and musical analysis
3. Perform two memorized pieces at a class recital or student recital

COURSE REQUIREMENTS: Students are expected to read the text, participate in class, and come to class with all keyboard assignments learned.

Practice Requirement: 6 hours per week – 2 hours in piano lab and 4 hours in a practice room. Students will sign the lab sheet in order to receive credit for the practice hours in the lab. Each student must keep a practice log for all weekly practice. It should be filled in before class and turned in each Wednesday. Failure to turn in the practice log on time or the submission of an incomplete log will result in not receiving credit for the practice week.

Recital Attendance: Music majors and minors must follow the Music Handbook for applicable recital attendance requirements for their primary instrument. Failure to meet this requirement results in a letter reduction in grade.

Recital Participation: Students will perform in a department student recital when the student is musically ready at the discretion of the professor. All students will play in a class recital at the end of the semester.

ASSIGNMENTS: Technique and repertoire assignments are given for each class period. Assignments will be given in accordance with units as presented in the text along with repertoire for ensemble playing and solo playing during class time. Tentative class assignments are found at the end of this syllabus.

Tests: There will be four major tests plus a final exam. Test dates are found on the assignment agenda. Each of these tests will cover approximately four units of the text, including repertoire and technique assignments.

EVALUATION: Students are graded on the following on class participation, class preparation, and performances.

Class preparation/practice time/active participation:	30%	(SLO-1,2)
Unit tests/quizzes	40%	(SLO-1, 2)
Performances	15%	(SOL-3)
Final exam:	15%	(SLO-1,2)

Letter grades are determined as follows:
A = 92-100% B = 83-91% C = 73-82% D = 63-72% F = below 63%

Practice habits, attitude, and overall musical achievement and progress made during the semester are also taken into consideration for the final semester grade. Pluses and minuses are given when appropriate as determined by the instructor.

ATTENDANCE:
Class and lab attendance: Due to the progressive nature of the class material, students are expected to attend every Monday and Wednesday class and the Friday Lab. A student may miss 2 classes and 1 Lab per semester without penalty. Each additional absence lowers the final grade one/third of a letter grade. Excused absences such as school trips or performance tours are not included in the 2 missed classes and 1 missed Lab. In the event of an absence from class students are responsible for the full accomplishment of the missed class assignment.

Tardiness: Arrival to class 5 minutes late or more will count as a tardy. Leaving class early is also counted as a tardy. Three tardies will equal one absence.

OFFICE HOURS: Office hours are posted on the professor’s office door. Please contact Mrs. Elliott at her Milligan studio (ext. 8738), home phone (282-5837), or by campus email (aelliott@milligan.edu).

Class 1. Course Introduction / Unit 1

Class 3. Unit 3