Fall 2019 Course Syllabus
Course: MUSI-1181- Section: 12
Piano Class I 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Caleb Fontenot
E-mailfontenotco@lamarpa.edu
Phone(409) 984-6520
Office
Location:Sam and Linda Monroe Performing Arts Center - Room: 137-D
Hours:Friday 9-11a
Department
33010
Chair:Dr. Michelle Davis
E-mail:davisml1@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6341

If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Course Information
Description Class instruction in the fundamentals of keyboard technique for beginning piano students.
Prerequisites None
Learning Outcomes A. Demonstrates a professional tone quality by playing with proper piano posture and technique. (PSLO 1)
B. Demonstrates a secure and accurate rhythm for the style of music being performed. (PSLO 1)
C. Demonstrates pitch accuracy. (PSLO 1)
D. Demonstrates dynamic levels that are appropriate for the style of music being performed. (PSLO 1)
E. Demonstrates phrasing that is appropriate for the style of music being performed. (PSLO 1)
F. Performs correct notes as required. (PSLO 1)
G. Performs music from memory. (PSLO 1)
H. Demonstrate proficiency in chord playing and chart reading. (PSLO 1)
I. Perform scale techniques, repertoire and basic improvisation skills. (PSLO 1)
J. Demonstrates a commitment to the profession with attendance, persistence in the program, and timeliness to classes, rehearsals, and performances. (PSLO 4 )
Core Objectives Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication.
* Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions.
* Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts.
* Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view.
* Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global communities.
* Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making
Program Student Learning Outcomes PSLO 1: Applies commercial music performance techniques to professional practice.
PSLO 2: Applies commercial music performance skill to support sound engineering practice.
PSLO 3: Applies basic music industry principles to professional practice.
PSLO 4: Demonstrates professional behavior as characterized by a commitment to the profession.
Textbooks Alfred's Group Piano for Adults Student Book 1 Lancaster, E.L. Alfred Music; 2nd edition (2004) ISBN: 9780739053010
Lecture Topics
Outline
Major Assignments
Schedule
Week 1: Course introduction; syllabus review; posture/hand position

Week 2: Chapter 1, Intro to keyboard and music notation, "Summer Night"

Week 3: Chapter 2, Intervals, Keyboard Basics, "Miniature Waltz" or "Minuet" ** (Review Worksheet #1)**

Week 4: Chapter 3, major 5-finger patterns pt. 1, "Dance" ** (Review Worksheet #2)**



Week 5: Chapter 4, major 5-finger patterns pt. 2, "Little Scherzo" ** (Review Worksheet #3)**

Week 6: Exam #1

Week 7: Chapter 5, minor 5-finger patterns pt. 1, "Etude"

Week 8: Chapter 6, minor 5-finger patterns pt. 2, "Toccatina" ** (Review Worksheet #4)**

Week 9: Chapter 7, Chord Qualities, "Topsy-Turvy"

Week 10: Chapter 8, Major scales pt. 1, "Dream Echoes"

Week 11: Exam #2

Week 12: Chapter 9, Major scales pt. 2, "Morning Salute" or "German Dance"

Week 13: Chapter 9 cont., Major scales pt. 2, "Morning Salute" or "German Dance" **(Review Worksheet #5)**

Week 14: Chapter 10, Major scales pt. 3, triad inversions, "Etude"

Week 15: Final Exam Practice

Week 16: Final Performance Exam
Final Exam Date December 9, 2019 - 9:00 AM   Through  December 9, 2019 - 11:30 AM
Grading Scale  90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade		 Class Attendance 10%

Written Assignments 15%

Chapter Solo Repertoire 20%

Exam #1 15%

Exam #2 15%

Final Exam 25%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

Electronic devices (including but not restricted to cell phones, MP3 players, and laptops) shall not be used during examinations unless specifically allowed by the instructor.

Recreational use of electronic devices during normal class hours distracts other students, disrupts the class, and wastes valuable time.

Instructors have an obligation to reduce such disruptions.

Turn your cellphones to vibrate when you enter the classroom.
Attendance Policy This is a 3 credit course that is required to meet 3 hours per week. You get one "free" absence before your tardies/absences start to count against your grade in the "Attendance" category. After that, each absence deducts two percentage points from your final grade (max of 10). Three tardies will count as one absence.
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies
  1. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

  2. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

  3. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.