TUBA AND EUPHONIUM LESSON SYLLABUS MUS 195-196- 197 & MUS 395-397- 397 Sections 016 (Euphonium) and 017 (Tuba) Spring, 2014 Contact Required Materials Course Description Courses Course Schedule Important Resources Grading Scale Levels of Applied Study Learning Goals Attendance Policy Academic Honor Code Course Requirements Contact: Instructor Daniel C. Johnson, Ph.D. Office Cultural Arts Building, Room 1056 Office Hours M F, 10 11 AM by appointment Phone (910) 962-7559 Email johnsond@uncw.edu Required Materials: See the Repertoire and Levels for required solos and etude materials for the year as well as for suggested materials needed throughout the undergraduate course of study in Tuba- Euphonium at UNCW. All Tuba- Euphonium students are required to acquire assigned materials (i.e., etudes, solos, etc.) as assigned. Failure to acquire these materials within the course of the semester will result in the final grade being lowered a full letter grade. Each student will be required to own and bring to each lesson: a metronome, tuner, and a lesson notebook (for written comments.) Student membership in the International Tuba- Euphonium Association http://www.iteaonline.org/index.html Required for all Tuba- Euphonium majors, recommended for minors and others taking lessons. Course Description: Applied instruction on tuba and euphonium is a practical, independent study in the form of weekly private lessons. In addition, this course requires weekly attendance at a seminar for the purposes of: performing for peers and faculty; exchanging productive performance ideas; lectures, demonstrations, and master classes on ics related to lessons; reviewing new music and recordings; and collaborating with peers in brass ensembles. 1
Courses: Applied tuba and euphonium instruction is structured into two divisions and three course levels: 100- level courses (MUS 195, 196, & 197) are lower division offerings and are primarily reserved for freshmen and sophomores. 300- level courses (MUS 395, 396, & 397) are upper division offerings and are primarily reserved for juniors and seniors. Acceptance into the upper division requires a successful proficiency jury including repertoire and etudes from the third and fourth levels of applied study. MUS 195 (1 credit) is a half- hour lesson per week, requiring one or more hours of daily preparation and practice. A five- minute jury each semester is also required. Most students taking this course are non- majors and music minors. MUS 196/396 (2 credits) is an hour lesson per week, requiring two or more hours of daily preparation and practice. A ten- minute jury each semester is also required. Most students taking this course are music education majors. MUS 397 (3 credits) is an hour lesson per week, requiring at least three hours of daily preparation and practice. A fifteen- minute jury each semester is also required. Most students taking this course are music performance majors. To help keep track of weekly practice, students may be required to maintain weekly practice log. Please note: ensemble rehearsals are not considered part of your daily practice. Students should be prepared, warmed up, and read to perform the assigned exercises, etudes, and solo music at the beginning of their lesson. Each lesson is considered a performance. The instructor will grade each lesson based on the student s preparation and performance. Learning Goals: The learning goals for applied lessons on tuba and euphonium are: To perform music characteristic of traditional and contemporary Tuba- Euphonium solo and ensemble literature. To display the necessary performance skills through various technical, tonal, intonation, and articulation studies. To demonstrate musical interpretation though through music analysis and expression. To discuss the historical significance of the music, the composer, and the Tuba- Euphonium within the realm of each piece studied. The corresponding course objectives are to study the assigned repertoire, perform on a regular basis, and analyze musical performances with respect to the above learning goals. Course Requirements: Attendance at all lessons and seminars is mandatory for all students. In addition to lessons, attendance at the applied seminar is required (MUS LAB 216 or 217). Seminars will consist of master class (performance/lesson) and formal performance formats. Tuba and Euphonium majors will need to perform at least twice and minors at least once during the Tuba- Euphonium or Departmental seminar. One performance will be in a master class format while the other may be a formal performance of repertoire. For performances in Tuba- Euphonium Seminar, students will be required to present a short, one- page, historical report of the piece, composer, or performer to be performed. Most of the information for 2
this report may be gleaned from the various Tuba- Euphonium resource books found in the library (see the Levels of Applied Study information). Reports will be submitted (i.e., one- page, typed, and single- spaced) to Dr. Johnson after the performance presentation. It is your responsibility to see that each of these requirements is fulfilled. All lessons should be considered a performance and should be prepared accordingly. A grade will be earned for each lesson based on the individual s progress. All lessons should be prepared thoroughly by focusing upon the following musical aspects: interpretation, tone, rhythm, intonation, articulation, and correct notes. Important Resources: Dr. Johnson s Faculty Web Page (Includes Tuba- Euphonium study links and materials) http://www.uncw.edu/music/johnsond/index.html International Tuba- Euphonium Association http://www.iteaonline.org/index.html Custom Music http://www.custommusiccorp.com/tubas The Tuba Exchange http://www.tubaexchange.com Windsong Press http://www.windsongpress.com Summit Brass http://www.summitrecords.com/brass/ The Sotto Voce tuba quartet http://www.tubaquartet.com/ UNCW Department of Music http://www.uncw.edu/music/ UNCW Department of Music Concert Calendar http://www.uncw.edu/music/events- calendar.html UNCW Department of Music Scholarship Information http://www.uncw.edu/music/admissions- scholarships.html UNCW Department of Music Student Handbook http://www.uncw.edu/music/academics- student.html Many other valuable resources are housed at Randall Library. Visit their collection on campus or search their holdings online for print and audio resources. http://library.uncw.edu/ Attendance Policy: Attendance is mandatory for each lesson. Should you need to miss, it is your responsibility to switch lesson times with another student. With appropriate documentation, make- up lessons are offered at the discretion of the instructor in light of extenuating situation (e.g., medical excuse, school- sponsored trip, etc.) that would prevent you from attending your regularly scheduled lesson time. Each unexcused absence from lessons and weekly seminars will lower the final grade by one third of one letter grade (e.g. a B+ to a B). Concert Attendance: Tuba- Euphonium majors need to attend 8 concerts during the course of a semester. Six concerts attended should be other than those in which the student is a participant. In addition, of the six concerts attended beyond the two performed, the Tuba- Euphonium major is required to attend at 3
least one orchestral, one vocal and/or choral, one jazz, and one instrumental concert. See the Student Handbook for additional requirements in applied music. Grading Scale: Each lesson will be graded (A F) including +/- grading. The final grade for the course will be an average of each lesson grade. In addition, the course grade will be lowered if requirements such as concert attendance and other course requirements have not been met. In addition, all Tuba- Euphonium students are required to acquire assigned materials (i.e., etudes, solos, etc.) as assigned. Failure to acquire these materials within the course of the semester will result in the final grade being lowered a full letter grade. The student will earn an A if he/she: Is consistently well- prepared for weekly lessons and is punctual for each lesson Is routinely responsive to the instructor s suggestions Submits all non- applied assignments on- time with only minor errors Demonstrates noticeable, positive musical growth during the semester The student will earn a B if he/she: Is often well- prepared for weekly lessons and is usually punctual for each lesson Is often responsive to the instructor s suggestions Submits most non- applied assignments on- time with some errors Demonstrates acceptable, positive musical growth during the semester The student will earn a C if he/she: Is sometimes well- prepared for weekly lessons and attends most weekly lesson Is sometimes responsive to the instructor s suggestions Submits some non- applied assignments on- time some minor errors Demonstrates moderate, positive musical growth during the semester The student will earn a D if he/she: Is often unprepared for weekly lessons and misses many weekly lesson Is sometimes unresponsive to the instructor s suggestions Submits all non- applied assignments late with some errors Demonstrates insufficient positive musical growth during the semester The student will earn an F if he/she: Is usually unprepared for weekly lessons and misses many weekly lesson Is unresponsive to the instructor s suggestions Does not submit non- applied assignments Demonstrates no positive, noticeable musical growth during the semester Course Schedule (tentative) Each student will have a lesson scheduled each week of the semester. Each Monday 1:00 PM, each student will attend a departmental or studio seminar. Each student is encouraged to play one piece for at least one of the monthly departmental seminars, scheduled on Friday afternoon. Occasionally, students will attend a studio seminar (possibly with other brass players) as described above. The final exam for applied lessons takes the form of a jury. Shortly before the jury date, each student is responsible for signing up for a time and bringing the necessary paperwork for the jury members. Important Date Wednesday, March 19, 7:30 PM, UNCW BrassFest attendance required 4
University-Wide Policies and Information Academic Honor Code The University of North Carolina Wilmington is a community of high academic standards where academic integrity is valued. UNCW students are committed to honesty and truthfulness in academic inquiry and in the pursuit of knowledge. This commitment begins when new students matriculate at UNCW, continues as they create work of the highest quality while part of the university community, and endures as a core value throughout their lives. Complete details may be found in the current Code of Student Life and in the Faculty Handbook. Campus Respect Compact UNCW has recently instituted a Respect Compact to affirm our commitment to a civil community, characterized by mutual respect. That Compact may be accessed at: http://www.uncw.edu/stuaff/pdc/documents/seahawkrespectcompact.pdf. Further information about the respect Compact is available from the Office of Institutional Diversity and Inclusion. Students with Disabilities Students with diagnosed disabilities should contact the Office of Disability Services (962-7555). Please give the professor a copy of the letter you receive from Office of Disability Services detailing class accommodations you may need. Please be sure your professor has the referral letter no less than three days before the test, if you require accommodation for test taking. Statement regarding violence and harassment: UNCW practices a zero tolerance policy for any kind of violent or harassing behavior. If you are experiencing an emergency of this type contact the police at 911 or UNCW CARE at 962-2273. Resources for individuals concerned with a violent or harassing situation can be located at http://www.uncw.edu/wsrc/crisis.html. Religious Observance Policy North Carolina General Statute 116-11(3a) and UNC policy authorizes a minimum of two excused absences each academic year for religious observances required by the faith of a student. Students are required to provide written notice of the request for an excused absence a reasonable time prior to the religious observance. The student shall be given the opportunity to make up any tests or other work missed due to an excused absence for a religious observance. Cell Phones, PDAs, Laps Cell phone, PDA, lap, and net book use is prohibited in class unless the class activity warrants their use. These devices should be either silenced or turned off during class unless otherwise indicated. Please let me know in advance, if you have a personal, urgent matter for which you need to be on call. The University Learning Center 910.962.7857 www.uncw.edu/ulc The University Learning Center s (ULC) mission is to help students become successful, independent learners. Tutoring at the ULC is NOT remediation: the ULC offers a different type of learning opportunity for those students who want to increase the quality of their education. ULC services are free to all UNCW students and include the following: --Learning Services (Basic Studies) http://www.uncw.edu/ulc/learning/index.html --Math Services http://www.uncw.edu/ulc/math/index.html --Study Skills http://www.uncw.edu/ulc/study/index.html --Supplemental Instruction http://www.uncw.edu/ulc/si/index.html --Writing Services http://www.uncw.edu/ulc/writing/index.html The above syllabus for this course is subject to change by the instructor. In the event of any alteration, written changes to the syllabus will be provided at least 2 days (48 hours) before they take effect. 5
Levels of Applied Study Repertoire and Etudes (Revised Spring, 2010) The following lists contain representative materials, exercises, and/or repertoire at the four levels for each applied area of instruction (comparable materials and/or repertoire may also be selected at the instructor s discretion). Students should also refer to the current semester s syllabi for additional information, as well as specific requirements for each of the applied areas. MUS 016 Euphonium/Baritone Level I Beethoven, L./Dishinger, May Song Op. 52 #4, Mozart, W.A. / Dishinger, R.C., Rondo; Clarke, H.L., Maid of the Mist Technique: Arban, Complete Method; Bell, Daily Routines; Bordogni- Rochut, Book I; Pilafian- Sheridan, The Brass Gym; Tone production, breath support, basic technique, major and minor scales and arpeggios. Level II Handel, G. F. /Fitzgerald, Adagio and Allegro from Sonata in E; Bach, J. S. /Dishinger, Sleepers Awake from Cantata BWV 140; Schubert, F. / Davis, Allegro Moderato; Technique: Arban, Complete Methods; Kopprasch, 60 Etudes; Blazhevich, Book 1; Pilafian- Sheridan, The Brass Gym; Tyrrell, Advanced Studies; Bordogni- Rochut, Book I. Extension of range and flexibility Level III Mendelssohn, F. /Dishinger, Reverie Op. 85 #1 from Song Without Words; Fare, G. /Davis, Sicilienne Op. 78; Sparke, Abaude; Curnow, Rhapsody for Euphonium; Corwell, Four short Narratives Technique: Arban, Characteristic Studies; Bordogni- Rochut, Books I & II; Maeny, 12 Special Studies; Pilafian- Sheridan, The Brass Gym; Orchestral Excerpts (Edited by Torchinsky). Level IV Sparke, Pantomime; Levy, J. /Thurston, R. E., Carnival of Venice; Bach, J. S., Unaccompanied Cello Suites; Gillingham, Blue Lake Fantasies Technique: Bordogni- Rochut, Book II; Maeny, 12 Special Studies; Pilafian- Sheridan, The Brass Gym; Orchestral Excerpts (Edited by Torchinsky). Refinement of musicianship and style. Advanced materials with emphasis on contemporary techniques, orchestral excerpts, and chamber music. MUS 017 Tuba Level I Bach Come, Sweet Death, Hartley Fantasia for Tuba; Petrie, H., Asleep In The Deep Technique: Arban, Complete Method; Bell, Daily Routines; Bordogni- Rochut, Book I; Pilafian- Sheridan, The Brass Gym; Tone production, breath support, basic technique, major and Minor scales and arpeggios. Level II Catozzi, Beelzebub; Purcell, H./Dishinger, R. Gavotte and Hornpipe; Persichetti, V. Serenade No. 12; Voxman, H. / Block, Eight Easy Pieces Technique: Arban, Complete Methods; Kopprasch, 60 Etudes; Blazhevich, Book 1; Pilafian- Sheridan, The Brass Gym; Tyrrell, Advanced Studies; Bordogni- Rochut, Book I. Extension of range and flexibility Level III Beversdorf Sonata; Levy, J. /Thurstone, R. E. Variations on Carnival of Venice; Schumann, R./Werden, D. R. Romance No. 2; Mantia, S. / Werden, Believe Me if All those Enduring Young Charms Technique: Arban, Characteristic Studies; Bordogni- Rochut, Books I & II; Maeny, 12 Special Studies; Pilafian- Sheridan, The Brass Gym; Orchestral Excerpts (Edited by Torchinsky). Level IV Wilder, A. Effie Suite; Vaughan Williams Concerto for Bass Tuba; Broughton, B. Sonata; Hindemith, P. Sonata for Tuba and Piano; Hartley, Music for Tuba Solo Technique: Bordogni- Rochut, Book II; Maeny, 12 Special Studies; Pilafian- Sheridan, The Brass Gym; Orchestral Excerpts (Edited by Torchinsky). Refinement of musicianship and style. Advanced materials with emphasis on contemporary techniques, orchestral excerpts, and chamber music. 6