MUS Proposal to Modify Credit Hours for Music Ensembles

MUS Proposal to Modify Credit Hours for Music Ensembles Rationale Music ensembles at UTC are assigned one credit hour regardless of the number of rehearsals per week. Music majors are required to earn 7-8 hours of major ensemble credits for their degrees. Non-majors earn elective credits. With the move to 120 hour degree programs and restrictions on financial aid, there are disincentives for students to participate in ensembles which cost them credit hours. The solution at other universities in Tennessee and other institutions is to make the ensembles variable credit courses of 0-1 hour. This allows students to take part in the ensembles without paying tuition and fees by registering for 0 credits. If students wish to earn academic credit, they may register for 1 credit hour. This enables them to conserve scholarship dollars while still taking part in the musical opportunities available to them at the university. Courses currently assigned 1 credit hour MUS 0020r Chattanooga Singers MUS 0022r - Chamber Singers MUS 0026r Women s Chorale MUS 0027r Men s Chorus MUS 0028r Choral Union MUS 0029r Master Chorale MUS 0030r Marching Band MUS 0031r Concert Band MUS 0035r Wind Ensemble MUS 0036r Jazz Band MUS 0040r Opera Workshop MUS 0050r University Orchestra MUS 0053r Cadek Community Orchestra MUS 0061r Percussion Ensemble MUS 2010r Ensemble MUS 2011r Piano Ensemble MUS 2012r Trumpet Ensemble MUS 2013r Pep Band I MUS 2014r Pep Band II MUS 2015r Flute Ensemble MUS 2016r Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble MUS 2017r Guitar Ensemble MUS 2018r Clarinet Ensemble MUS 2019r Saxophone Quartet MUS 2020r Woodwind Quintet MUS 2021r Brass Quintet MUS 2022r Horn Ensemble MUS 2023r Trombone Ensemble MUS 2024r String Quartet MUS 2025r Chamber Music CURRENT EXAMPLE from UTC Catalog: MUS 0020r Chattanooga Singers (1) Credit Hours Study of music of all periods for large mixed chorus Every semester. Proposed revision All of the courses listed above would have variable credit of 0 hours or 1 hour. Students enrolling may elect to take the course for zero credit or 1 credit hour. For those registered for 0 credits, grades assigned will be Satisfactory (S) or No Credit (NC). Students enrolled for 1 credit hour will be graded A, B, C, D or F. 1

MUS Proposal to Modify Credit Hours for Music Ensembles COURSE EXAMPLE of Proposed Change: MUS 0020r Chattanooga Singers (0-1) Credit Hours Study of music of all periods for large mixed chorus Every semester Impact This will assist the Music Department in attracting and retaining musically talented and qualified UTC students in our various performing ensembles. The proposed change will not affect the resources of other UTC departments. Rather, it will assist students in completing degree and graduation requirements without concerns for the financial impact of such participation. It should be noted that the change will reduce Student Credit Hour production for ensembles in the Music Department. The degree of impact will be proportional to the number of students choosing to enroll for zero credit. Instructional Method The instructional method for the courses will not be changed by a modification in credit hours. Course Grading Students who choose to register for zero (0) credit hours will be graded Satisfactory or No Credit as is currently the case for MUS 1000/2000/3000/4000 Seminar. Students who register for 1 credit hour (the current assignment) will receive grades of A, B, C, D or F. Pedagogical Objectives The proposed change will not impact the objectives for the course. Students will rehearse and prepare for public concerts and held to performance standards regardless of the credit hours assignment. Student Learning Outcomes As the purpose of a music ensemble is linked to public performance of music, students enrolled in these ensembles will: 1) improve vocal or instrumental technique and performance skills; 2) learn a variety of concert literature appropriate for the ensemble; 3) improve their music literacy (reading notation) skills through study of repertoire. Learning Outcomes Assessment Processes Ensemble directors assess student learning outcomes through summative evaluation of performances, observation of student work in rehearsals and sectionals, formative assessment of recorded performance tests. 2

MUS Proposal to Modify Credit Hours for Music Ensembles Updated Curriculum Maps The size, nature and purposes of ensembles in the Music Department are quite diverse. While they serve not only Music majors but students from across the university, some are available to all undergraduate majors while others are limited to those selected by audition. They enable freshmen students to develop performing skills and upperclassmen to exercise leadership within a section or the ensemble as a whole, depending upon size. Ensembles touch all points of the curriculum map. Additional Information Major ensembles (e.g., Chattanooga Singers) are offered each semester, with the exception of Marching Band which is seasonal. Small ensembles are available according to instrumentation. Instructors are chosen according to individual expertise. Making these ensembles variable credit will have no impact. Clear Path Showcase A sample Clear Path Showcase for the Instrumental Music Education degree is attached. Impact of the Change on Degree Completion We believe that this will enhance student ability to complete their programs of study within time allotted while conserving scholarship funds since they may participate in ensembles without credit hour assignment. Laboratory Fee Laboratory fees are not assessed for ensembles. New Resources Required It will be necessary for the Music Department to communicate the new variable credit assigned to ensembles; however, this can be done through the department web site, course syllabi, the UTC Undergraduate Catalog and the Music Student Handbook. Sample Syllabus A sample syllabus for MUS 0026, Women s Chorale, is attached for reference. 3

CLEAR PATH Program Title, B.M.:Music:Instrumental Performance 2015-2016 Please see the Courses section of this catalog for complete course descriptions. Freshman Year Meet with Academic Advisor two times each semester. Go to every class. Contact your instructor if you are absent. Devote enough time to your studies and think about course materials and how they apply to your life. Become actively involved in at least one co-curricular activity. MUS 0030r Marching Band 0-1 MUS 0031r Concert Band 0-1 MUS 1000r Seminar 0 MUS 1000r Seminar 0 MUS 2591r Trumpet Instruction 2 MUS 2591r Trumpet Instruction 2 MUS 1310 Piano Class I 1 MUS 1320 Piano Class II 1 MUS 1070 Theory I 3 MUS 1080 Theory II 3 MUS 1030 Ear Training I 1 MUS 1040 Ear Training II 1 ENGL 1010 Rhetoric and Composition I 3 ENGL 1020 Rhetoric & Comp II 3 Humanities: Historical Context 3 MUS 1110 Introduction to Music 3 MATH Approved Math course 3 PSYCH 1010 Introduction to Psychology 3 16-17 16-17 Sophomore Year Using MyMocsDegree, create course plan for your remaining degree requirements. Involve yourself in learning opportunities that are challenging and relevant. MUS 0030r Marching Band 0-1 MUS 0031r Concert Band 0-1 MUS 2591r Trumpet Instruction 2 MUS 2591r Trumpet Instruction 2 MUS 2000r Seminar 0 MUS 2000r Seminar 0 MUS 2030 Ear Training III 1 MUS 2040 Ear Training IV 1 MUS 2070 Theory III 3 MUS 2080 Theory IV 3 MUS 1410 Piano Class III 1 MUS 1420 Piano Class IV 1 MUS 2210 String Methods 2 MUS 2240 Brass Methods 2 Science with Lab 4 Science Non-lab 3 EDUC 2010 Education in the United States 3 ECHD 2420 Adolescent Development 3 MUS 20xxr Small Ensemble 0-1 MUS 20xxr Small Ensemble 0-1 16-18 16-18 Junior Year Participate in study abroad, leadership opportunities, service learning, civic engagement, internships, research projects, and other learning opportunities. Develop your job or graduate school strategy. Update your graduation plan as necessary. MUS 0030r Marching Band 0-1 MUS 0031r Concert Band 0-1 MUS 3000r Seminar 0 MUS 3000r Seminar 0 MUS 3591 Trumpet Instruction 2 MUS 3591 Trumpet Instruction 2 MUS 3030 Basic Conducting 2 MUS 3280 Instrumental Conducting 2 MUS 3150 Music History I 3 MUS 3160 Music History II 3 Statistics Approved Statistics course 3 Approved Behavioral/SS course 3 Approved Fine Arts course 3 MUS 3110 Musics of the World 3 MUS 2230 Woodwind Methods 2 MUS 2250 Percussion Methods 2 MUS 3270 Ensemble Pedagogy I 1 MUS 3370 Ensemble Pedagogy II 1 MUS 3250 Band & Orchestra Organization 3 MUS 3210 Elementary Music Methods 3 20-21 20-21

CLEAR PATH Program Title, B.M.:Music:Instrumental Performance 2015-2016 Senior Year Participate in a capstone experience related to your field of study. See additional learning activities aligned with your plans after graduation Implement the job or graduate school strategy you developed during your junior year. Complete your Graduation application with the Records Office. MUS 0030r Marching Band 0-1 EDUC 4444r Student Teaching 12 MUS 4000r Seminar 0 MUS 3591r Trumpet Instruction 2 MUS 3360 Choral Methods* 2 MUS 0020r Chattanooga Singers (*co-req) 0-1 EDUC 4000 Survey of Exceptional Learners 3 EDUC 4330 Designing Instruction & Eval. 3 MUS 4320 Secondary School Music Methods 3 MUS 4920 Senior Recital 0 13-15 12 Total Hours = 129

University of Tennessee Chattanooga Women s Chorale/Choral Union MUS 0026 0 CRN 44371 Credit: 0-1 hour (variable) Fall 2015 Director: Dr. Rebecca L. Atkins, Assistant Professor of Music Education Accompanist: Abigail Hinchman Email: Rebecca-Atkins@utc.edu Phone: (423) 425-4609 Office: FAC 207 Office Hours: MW-2:00 3:00 pm, or by appointment Classroom: Cadek 310, but occasionally in Roland Hayes Concert Hall, Cadek Recital Hall, and Patten Chapel. ADA STATEMENT: Attention: If you are a student with a disability (e.g. physical, learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc.) and think that you might need special assistance or a special accommodation in this class or any other class, call the Disability Resource Center (DRC) at 425-4006 or come by the office, 102 Frist Hall http://www.utc.edu/disability-resource-center/. If you find that personal problems, career indecision, study and time management difficulties, etc. are adversely affecting your successful progress at UTC, please contact the Counseling and Career Planning Center at 425-4438 or http://www.utc.edu/counseling-personal-development-center/index.php http://www.utc.edu/administration/counselingandcareerplanning/. Course Description: A non-auditioned chorus concentrating on a wide variety of music for female voices, music reading ability, and group instruction in healthy singing technique. Public concerts will be presented at the conclusion of each semester. Objectives: 1. Improve vocal technique and choral performance skills 2. Study, rehearse, and perform a wide variety of literature 3. Improve music reading skills through repertoire Prerequisite: None. All students will sing for the director for part assignment within the first week of class. 1

Attendance Policy: Attendance is MANDATORY, and PROMPTNESS is required. Your absence affects the progress of the entire ensemble. Therefore, you may have only 2 absences (regardless of reason). An email or phone call to Dr. Atkins is expected (with as much notice possible) prior to the rehearsal you will miss. Additional absences will result in a 10-point deduction from your attendance grade. Tardiness of 10 minutes or more will result in a ½ absence. Variable Credit and Course Grades: Students may elect to register for the course for 0 hours or 1 credit hour. Those enrolled for zero credit hours will receive a grade of Satisfactory or No Credit. Music majors must earn at least a grade of Satisfactory for degree requirements. Students enrolled for 1 credit hour will receive a grade of A, B, C, D or F. Grading Policy: 35% Attendance 30% Performance 35% Participation and singing exams/assignments Uniform Information: A choir dress will be checked out to you and must be returned after the final concert in good condition. You will need to pay an annual $10 cleaning fee in the choral office (Cadek 309). In the extreme event of losing or destroying your uniform, there will be a $90 charge. Failure to return the dress will result in a hold on your UTC account. Materials and Fees 1. Black Binder and pencil at every rehearsal 2. Black shoes and Black Hose for performances 3. $10.00 Cleaning and alteration fee for the choir dress, payable in the Choral Activities office (Cadek Hall 309). This is an annual fee. Calendar: Classes will meet during all scheduled class times (MW 11:00-11:50 a.m.) Additional meetings: Friday, November 20 th 11:00am Final Performance: Monday, December 1 7:30 (call time may be as early as 4pm to rehearse with Men s Choir and Signal Mountain High School) All e-mail will be sent to your UTC student account. Therefore, you should check your UTC e-mail regularly. 2