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Fall Term 2024
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| Percussion Instruction Syllabus - 84202 - MUS 182 - 001 |
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Associated Term: Fall Term 2024
Levels: Undergraduate Vol State Gallatin Campus Private Lesson Schedule Type Independent Study Instructional Method Learning Objectives: COURSE SYLLABUSMUS-182-001 - Percussion InstructionInstructor – Adam MamulaContact info – adam.mamula@volstate.edu or (615) 485-7699 Course DescriptionThis class focuses on individual percussion instruction (private lessons) for non-percussion majors.General Education Goals and Outcomes Individually tailored student goals and outcomes will be determined by the instructor based on the students’ past experience and individual needs. The goals are based on student input, instructor pre-assessment of students’ base aptitude level, and realistic expectations at the end of the semester as defined by the instructor. The ultimate outcome is to prepare the student to perform music in practical situations as a means of earning income.Percussion instruction includes, but is not limited to: snare drum, drum set, mallet percussion, and hand drumming.Course AssessmentParticipation is required to earn a passing grade for this course. Therefore, the student should make every effort to attend all scheduled lessons. The student will give the instructor at least 24 hours of notice when possible if they cannot attend a lesson. Every effort should made to make up missed lessons.The student will be assigned weekly lesson goals. The student in expected to practice daily in order to be prepared for his or her lesson and achieve the specified lesson goals for the week.Refer to college policies regarding participation and attendance as it relates to grading. GradesA – Student is prepared for 85-100% of the lessons (shows up on time, has materials in order, ready to play).B - Student is prepared for 70-85% of the lessons (shows up on time, has materials in order, ready to play).C - Student is prepared for 50-70% of the lessons (shows up on time, has materials in order, ready to play).D - Student is prepared for 0-50% of the lessons (shows up on time, has materials in order, ready to play).F – Student is chronically late or misses lessons. Student does not practice. Student does not have materials prepared. ADA statementStudents who have learning, psychological, physical and/or other disabilities may be eligible for accommodations that provide equal access to educational programs and activities. It is the student’s responsibility to self-identify with VSCC Disability Services to receive accommodations and services in accordance with Section 504 of The Rehabilitation Act and The Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADA/AA). Students who provide appropriate documentation and who are registered in Disability Services will receive appropriate accommodations. For further information, please contact Disability Services. Equal Opportunity StatementVolunteer State Community College, a Tennessee Board of Regents Institution, is an equal opportunity institution and ensures equal opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, age, sexual orientation, or status as a qualified veteran with a disability or veteran of the Vietnam era.Affirmative Action StatementNo person shall be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefit of or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity of the College because of race, color, national origin, age or handicap. See Individual Student Semester Goals for Specific Course Goals Required Materials: Sticks; practice pad; metronome Technical Requirements: View Catalog Entry
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