MS Program of Studies - Departments

BAND & STRINGS

Year-long courses are available for students interested in learning to play a band or string instrument in a Band or String Ensemble. Goals that guide these electives include:

• Development of music literacy
• Production of a characteristic tone
• Technical development on an instrument
• Completion of the first year method book
• Performance in at least one full-ensemble concert
• Development of routine practice habits
• Appreciation of group dynamics and performances of others while working collaboratively
• Care and maintenance for their instrument
• Development of ensemble skills
• Development of musical expression
• Development of a sense of personal satisfaction from playing an instrument