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Fall 2022 Course Syllabus
Course: MUSP-1242 (Section: 01, CRN: 92622) Small Commercial Music Ensemble |
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| Instructor | Caleb Fontenot | ||||||||
| fontenotco@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||
| Phone | 4099846209 | ||||||||
| Office | Sam and Linda Monroe Performing Arts Center - Room: 137 D | ||||||||
| Office Hours | Location: Sam and Linda Monroe Performing Arts Center - Room: 137 D Office Hours: F 12:00-3:00pm |
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| Additional Contact Information | fontenotco@lamarpa.edu | ||||||||
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| Description | Participation in a small commercial music ensemble concentrating on commercial music performance styles. | ||||||||
| Required 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.
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| Additional Materials/Resources | none | ||||||||
| Corequisites/Prerequisites | None | ||||||||
| 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) |
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| Program Student Learning Outcomes |
PSLO 1. Applies commercial music performance techniques to professional practice. PSLO 2. Applies commercial music sound engineering technology to support performance practices. PSLO 3. Applies basic music industry principles to professional practice. PSLO 4. Demonstrates professional behavior characterized by a commitment to the profession. |
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| Lecture Topics Outline | Participation in large band, concentrating on commercial music performance styles | ||||||||
| Major Assignments Schedule |
Week 1: Specific to ensemble Week2: Specific to ensemble Week3: Specific to ensemble Week4: Specific to ensemble Week5: Specific to ensemble Week6: Specific to ensemble Week7: Specific to ensemble (possible performance) Week8: Specific to ensemble Week9: Specific to ensemble Week10: Specific to ensemble Week11: Specific to ensemble Week12: Specific to ensemble Week13: Specific to ensemble Week14: Specific to ensemble (Final performance) Week15: Specific to ensemble
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| Final Exam Date | December 4, 2022 - 3:00 PM Through December 4, 2022 - 3:00 PM | ||||||||
| Grading Scale |
90 - 100 = A 80 - 89 = B 70 - 79 = C 60 - 69 = D Below 59 = F |
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| 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. |
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| Course Policies | |||||||||
| Instructor Policies |
Students may email me at fontenotco@lamarpa.edu. I will respond as soon as possible. To discuss grades, extra credit, etc., you must schedule an office visit for advising. Please refer to office hours listed above. |
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| Attendance Policy |
You will receive one free absence before your absences start to count against your grade in the attendance category. After that, EACH UNEXCUSED ABSENCE DEDUCTS 10% OF YOUR ATTENDANCE GRADE. Three late/early departures = one absence. Excused absences will be considered on a case-by-case basis. TO RECEIVE AN EXCUSED ABSENCE, YOU MUST E-MAIL YOUR INSTRUCTOR PRIOR TO THE MISSED CLASS with an explanation. The date and time of the e-mail will be considered. Any deviation will be considered at the discretion of the instructor. Attendance is tracked by attending faculty at each class meeting. 5 unexcused absences may result in a failing grade. |
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| Additional Information | none | ||||||||
| Institutional Policies | |||||||||
| MyLSCPA | Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA. | ||||||||
| Academic Honesty | Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty. | ||||||||
| 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. | ||||||||
| 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. | ||||||||
| 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. | ||||||||
| HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||
| Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect | As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual. | ||||||||
| Title IX and Sexual Misconduct | LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website. | ||||||||
| Clery Act Crime Reporting |
For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website. |
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| Grievance / Complaint / Concern | 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. | ||||||||
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