MUS 385 - String Class Methods

(2 units)

Elementary instruction in violin, viola, cello and bass.

Prerequisite(s): Declared Bachelor of Music in Music Education major; Junior or Senior standing.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 2
Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. develop skills in the art of teaching instruments in the string family. They will learn information applicable to all string instruments, such as basic principles of sound production and musicality, and will be introduced to standard pedagogical literature and its use.
2. demonstrate pedagogical skills as they troubleshoot particular problems encountered in playing and teaching string instruments.
3. develop intermediate-level playing skills on instruments in the string family. In addition to the experience of playing, this portion is also useful for educators in knowing how to assist their string students.

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