Fall 2021 Course Syllabus Course: MUSI-1182- Section: 01 Piano Class II

Instructor Information
Instructor	Caleb Fontenot
E-mail	fontenotco@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6520
Office	Location: Sam and Linda Monroe Performing Arts Center - Room: 137-D Hours: F 12pm - 3pm
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description	Further class instruction in the fundamentals of keyboard technique for beginning piano students.
Prerequisites	MUSI 1181
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, play additional major and minor scales, introduce select chord progressions and concepts of voice leading, continued harmonization of melodies, and perform selected compositions. (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	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. Alfred's Group Piano for Adults Student Book 1 Lancaster, E.L. Alfred Music; 2nd edition (2004) ISBN: 9780739053010
Lecture Topics Outline	*Keyboard Lab Policy - The equipment in the keyboard lab must always be treated with respect and care. Headphones should be used at all times and an acceptable volume level must be maintained. Please notify the instructor immediately if there is a problem with the equipment. Students who show disregard for the instruments/equipment will be asked to leave the class session and will be counted as absent for the day. In addition, a grade of "zero" will be recorded for any assignments/quizzes that are due that day. Any further violation of this policy will result in the student being dropped from the class at the instructor's discretion.
Major Assignments Schedule	Week 1: Course introduction; syllabus review; Unit 11 The Dominant and Dominant Seventh Chords; Solo Rep: “March” Week 2: Unit 12 The Subdominant Chord; Solo Rep: “Minuet in F Major or Ode to Joy” Week 3: Unit 13 Primary Chords in Major Keys; Solo Rep: “Moonlit Shores” {Review Worksheet} Week 4: Unit 14 Minor Scales in Tetrachord Position; Solo Rep: “Little Fantasy Study or Wayfaring Stranger” Week 5: Unit 15 Minor Scales (Group 1) and Reads of the Key; Solo Rep: “Allegretto” {Review Worksheet} Week 6: Unit 16 Primary Chords in Minor Keys; Solo Rep: “Etude” Week 7: Unit 17 Minor Scales (Group 2) and Triads of the Key; Solo Rep: “The Cuckoo” Week 8: Unit 18 Major Scales (Group 3) and Triads of the Key; Solo Rep: “Dance” {Review Worksheet} Week 9: unit 19 The ii Chord; Solo Rep: “Waltz” Week 10: Unit 20 The vi Chord; Solo Rep: “Ecossaise” Week 11: Unit 21The iii Chord; Solo Rep: “Etude in C Major or Dance” Week 12: Unit 22 Minor Scales (Group 3) and Triads of the Key; Soo Rep: “Moonlight Sonata” {Review Worksheet} Week 13: Unit 23 Seventh Chords; Solo Rep: “Full Moon Rising or Prelude in Sevenths” Week 14: Unit 24 Other Scales Structures; Solo Rep: “Chromatic Rag or The Bear” Week 15: Unit 25 Modes; Solo Rep: “Yankee Doodle or Johnny Has Gone for a Soldier” {Final Review Worksheet} and Final Exam
Final Exam Date	December 10, 2021 - 11:00 AM   Through  December 10, 2021 - 1:00 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100 = A 80 - 89 = B 70 - 79 = C 60 - 69 = D Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Class Attendance 10% Solo Repertoire 35% Review Worksheets 15% Mid-term Exam 10% Final Exam 15% Duet Final Performance 15%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	*Keyboard Lab Policy - The equipment in the keyboard lab must always be treated with respect and care. Headphones should be used at all times and an acceptable volume level must be maintained. Please notify the instructor immediately if there is a problem with the equipment. Students who show disregard for the instruments/equipment will be asked to leave the class session and will be counted as absent for the day. In addition, a grade of "zero" will be recorded for any assignments/quizzes that are due that day. Any further violation of this policy will result in the student being dropped from the class at the instructor's discretion.
Attendance Policy	This is a 1 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	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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Other
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Department	Commercial Music, Visual and Performing Arts Chair: Richard Vandewalker E-mail: vandewalkerre@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6520 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.