Fall 2019 Course Syllabus Course: MUSP-1242- Section: 50 Small Commercial Music Ensemble

Instructor Information
Instructor	Carl Richardson
E-mail	richardsoncc@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6353
Office	Location: Sam and Linda Monroe Performing Arts Center - Room: 124 Hours: Mon/Wed 11-2, Tues/Thurs 10-11, Fri 3-5
Department	Commercial Music Program 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	Participation in a small commercial music ensemble concentrating on commercial music performance styles.
Prerequisites	Acceptance into the Commercial Music program
Learning Outcomes	1) Demonstrate rehearsal skills to include ensemble precision, intonation, sight-reading, sound, and style (PSLO 1,2,3,4) 2) Demonstrate an understanding of appropriate repertoire (PSLO 1,3,4) 3) Demonstrate appropriate improvisational ability (PSLO 1,4) 4) Demonstrate an understanding of basic performance techniques (PSLO 1,2,3,4) 5) Identify all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material; demonstrate a full understanding of the reading; (PSLO Alpha)
Core Objectives
Program Student Learning Outcomes	Performance: PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. Identifies all main ideas, supporting details, and vocabulary in reading material; demonstrates a full understanding of the reading. 1. Applies commercial music performance techniques to professional practice. 2. Applies commercial music sound engineering technology to support performance practices. 3. Applies basic music industry principles to professional practice. 4. Demonstrates professional behavior characterized by a commitment to the profession.
Textbooks	None
Lecture Topics Outline
Major Assignments Schedule	All classes are cancelled on the following Holiday dates: Labor Day: Mon Sep 2 Thanksgiving: Thurs Nov 28 - Fri Nov 29 OFF CAMPUS SHOWS Sat. Oct. 19th, 11am - 12pm (10am setup time) - Girl's Haven Gumbo Cookoff DATE & TIME TBA - Madison's Finale Show CAMPUS SHOWS DATE & TIME TBA - Mid Semester Campus Concert, Music Hall, LSCPA Campus DATE & TIME TBA - Mid Semester Student Center Concert, Student Center, LSCPA Campus * We may schedule additional performances elsewhere on campus as a coordinated effort with student services to enrich campus culture and expose the department. Week 1: Intro, Discussion, Syllabus, and Song Selection Week 2: Specific to ensemble Week 3: Specific to ensemble Week 4: Specific to ensemble Week 5: Specific to ensemble Week 6: Specific to ensemble Week 7: Specific to ensemble Week 8: Specific to ensemble Week 9: Specific to ensemble Week 10: Specific to ensemble Week 11: Specific to ensemble Week 12: Specific to ensemble Week 13: Specific to ensemble Week 14: Specific to ensemble Week 15: Specific to ensemble
Final Exam Date	December 12, 2019 - 11:00 AM   Through  December 12, 2019 - 1:00 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Rehearsal Attendance 20% Rehearsal Preparation 25% * Performances 30% Attitude 15% Final 10% * If a student misses a scheduled performance they may receive a failing grade for the course. Instructor will exercise discretion in these matters.
Course Policies
Instructor Policies
Attendance Policy	You get one 1 free absence before your lates/absences start to count against your grade in the attendance category. After that, each absence deducts 5% of your attendance grade. Three lates/early departures 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	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. 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.