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MUSIC APPRECIATION
Kellogg Community College, Battle Creek, Michigan,
www.kellogg.edu/music
Course Number: MUSI 211-02
Credits: 3 cr.
Semester: Spring 2018
Start and End Dates: January 15, - May 7, 2018
Meeting Times/Dates: Monday, Wednesday 10:00a.m.-11:20a.m.
(10:01am is LATE)
Location of Course: Davidson Building, Room 210
Instructor: Dr. Gerald J. Case-Blanchard
Phone: 269.565-7859
Email: [email protected]
Instructor Office: Davidson BLDG, 228C
Course Website:
http://www.kellogg.edu/academics/academic-programs/arts-
communication/music/music-faculty/
Course Description
This course is designed to give students the tools to listen to
all types of music with greater understanding. The basic elements
of music and their use in many different performance styles and
cultures will be emphasized. Additional Information: This class
will cover different musical terms, styles, historical periods,
genres and composers.
Students will also be required to develop basic analysis skills,
become familiar with basic
musical terminology and structure. The class focuses on
developing skills necessary to become
an intelligent listener. Throughout the course the student is
introduced to a wide canon of
musical styles including popular, classical and world music in
an attempt to develop music
discrimination, taste and general appreciation.
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Prerequisites
COMPASS reading score of 70, or a "C" or "P" in STSK 96, 98, 99,
TSRE 50, 55 or 75
Text
The World of Music, Willoughby, 8th edition. McGraw-Hill, 2010.
ISBN: 978-1-259-89303-2.
General Education: This course is considered a General Education
course. For more
information, please see the Kellogg Community College catalog
under ‘Instructional Information
– General Education.’
SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS: Additional materials may be distributed
throughout the
semester for which the student will be held accountable.
DERIVATION OF GRADE: Grades are based on in class projects,
participation, group and
individual activities, quizzes, and performance reviews.
Assignments are due at the beginning of
each class. Late work will NOT be accepted. The assignments will
be graded and returned at the
beginning of the following class meeting when possible.
METHOD OF PRESENTATION This course will incorporate a variety of
learning experiences.
Lectures, class discussions, large and small group work, and
oral and written assignments will be
used to enhance and reinforce textbook readings. Guest speakers,
videos, hands-on learning
activities and field trips may also be used to support textbook
theory and practice.
Grading Information
A: 100-93 A-:92-90 B+: 89-87 B: 86-83 B-:82-80 C+:79-77
C: 76-73 C-:72-70 D+: 69-67 D: 66-63 D-:62-60 F: 59 or less
FINAL GRADES ARE BASED ON THE FOLLOWING COMPONENTS:
Attendance 200 pts.
Weekly Assignments 75 pts.
Class Participation 200 pts.
Written Examinations 100 pts.
Performance Reviews 225pts. (Four required @ 56.25 pts.
each)
Final Presentation 200 pts.
1000 total points
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General Policies
1. All homework must be turned in on time.
2. Attendance and class participation.
A. Three tardiness (5 min. or greater) = one absence.
B. If a student is absent for more than six class meetings
she/he will receive a
failing grade at the end of the semester. After two absences,
your grade will be
Lowered a half a letter grade.
It is the student's responsibility to keep track of their
absences and is welcome to
check their attendance with the instructor at any time.
Student will sign the attendance book at the start of each class
period.
C. Students are responsible for any information, assignments,
announcements,
handouts, etc. that are missed due to an absence from class.
D. If desired and for whatever reason (attendance, failing
grade, etc.) after
consultation with the instructor, it is the student's
responsibility to initiate a
course drop.
E. Student is expected to have completed all reading assignments
PRIOR to coming
to class, and should be prepared to take an active part in class
or small group
discussion.
SPECIFIC (CORE) COURSE OUTCOMES Upon successful completion of
this course, the student will be able to…
1. identify, and demonstrate listening skill mastery in the
basic areas of the musical language.
2. demonstrate a working vocabulary of musical terminology.
3. distinguish the difference between active (fully engaged in
the process through purposeful
response) and passive (personal enjoyment) forms of
listening.
4. Analyze a variety of musical forms, styles and genres.
5. research and analyze a musical historical period, genre, and
or element.
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STUDENT OBJECTIVES Students will… 1. Demonstrate a working
knowledge of musical vocabulary through small group discussion,
in
class musical analysis, individualized and group presentation,
and through written essay
response.
2. Become familiar with specific composers and representative
works of each style period.
3. Discuss (through presentation) the cultural context and
significance of major masterwork
compositions and other key pieces of repertoire
4. Study and analyze the various styles and periods
representative of Western art music: Medieval,
Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Modern
5. Identify and discuss the function of key musical elements,
including melody, rhythm, harmony,
tone color, texture, and dynamics
6. Develop listening skills and attend a variety of live musical
presentations
7. Write a one-page performance review incorporating the various
concepts discussed in class
lecture
8. Compare and contrast music from different musical styles,
periods and eras using basic music
terms
PERFORMANCE ATTENDANCE:
Students may need to attend performances in the evenings and on
weekends when necessary.
Each student must be able to schedule and attend selected events
based around his or her
individual availability. Some of these may require a nominal
admission fee. Class may also
meet at performance venues off campus.
STUDENT MUST ATTEND: Four (4) KCC Concerts/ recitals. This may
include the “applied music” departmental “Afternoon
Student Recital Series,” KCC Faculty Artist Recital Series, KCC
Choir concerts and or any KCC
instrumental Ensemble concerts.
You must attend one (1) community concert program. This may
include a local Temple/church
recital or choir performance, community band or orchestra
performance. A religious service is not
acceptable!
IMPORTANT: Performance Reviews
You must TYPE a (1) page description of each concert event
attended. The program booklet
MUST accompany the paper and the event must be within the scope
of the course. It must be a
performance represented by the themes and subjects discussed in
class. A special off campus trip
may be arranged. It is strongly encouraged that you attend
programs that you would not ordinarily
attend as a practice of new experience. YOU MUST SUBMIT a hard
COPY OF THE
PRINTED PROGRAM accompanied by the performance review form.
Please note that tickets
and or event flyers are not accepted.
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FINAL RESEARCH PRESENTATION:
This project is meant to provide an opportunity to allow you to
explore an issue in more detail. YOU
WILL BE REQUIRED TO SPEND TIME IN THE LIBRARY AND MUSIC
RESOURCE
ROOM. It is anticipated that the presentation runs 7-10 min.
from start to finish. Please practice
giving your final presentation often. See rubric below for
specific grading breakdown. Your
presentation must include each of the following:
1. A PowerPoint presentation or an equivalent media based
element 2. A minimum of two contrasting musical sound examples (no
longer than 1 min. in length
each) with a maximum number of three.
3. An interactive component to engage your listening audience
throughout the presentation and at its conclusion.
4. Please note, your presentation will be timed. Please note
that you must not go over your allotted time, nor fall beneath the
required minimum time limit of 7 minutes.
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PRESENTATION TITLE: Date:
FINAL PRESENTATION RUBRIC
CATEGORY/ Areas of assessment Points Content area:
Shows an excellent understanding of topic, demonstrates
growth.
Covers topic in appropriate depth and breadth
Fields questions about topic effectively
Organization: Organizes content in a logical and purposeful
sequence
Develops a presentation which is effective for its intended
purpose (to inform,
persuade, entertain)
Effective use of technology: Uses technology to effectively
enhance presentation
Indicates a thoughtful use of the creative process to result in
unique self-expression
Engagement: Engages the audience
Use effective eye contact, vocal projection, and demonstrates
poise
Develops rapport with audience
Demonstrates enthusiasm, interest, and passion for the topic
Musical Terms:
Demonstrate a working knowledge of musical vocabulary
Identify and discuss the function of key musical elements,
including
melody, rhythm, harmony, tone color, texture, and dynamics
Content Area (up to 36.8 points)
Organization (up to 36.8 points)
Effective use of technology (up to 36.8 points)
Engagement (up to 36.8 points)
Musical Terminology (up to 36.8 points)
Maximum number of possible points: 184
Part (A) score: _____________
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GENERAL AREAS OF CONSIDERATION:
Criteria Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 RESULT
Knowledge and
understanding
The student has
difficulty
identifying key
structural
elements.
The student can
on occasion
identify key
structural
elements.
The student can
usually identify
key structural
elements.
The student can
consistently
identify key
structural
elements.
Reasoning The student has difficulty
drawing
conclusions
about the music
or the composers
intent.
The student can
draw a simple
conclusion
about the music
or the
composers
intent.
The student can
draw a
moderately
complex
conclusion
about the music
or the
composers
intent.
The student can
draw a complex
conclusion about
the music or the
composers
intent.
Communication The student demonstrates
difficulty
expressing
his/her opinion
about the music.
The student can
express a simple
opinion about
the music that
lacks support.
The student can
express a basic
opinion about
the music with
some level of
support.
The student can
skillfully
express and
support at least
one complex
opinion about
the music.
Application The student has difficulty
identifying key
musical elements
within the given
musical example.
The student can
sometimes
identify key
musical
elements within
the given
musical
example.
The student can
usually identify
key musical
elements within
the given
musical
example.
The student can
consistently
identify key
musical
elements within
the given
musical
example.
Maximum Score: 16
Minimum Score: 4
Part (B) score: _____________
Total Presentation Score:
/ 200 points
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GENERAL ASSIGNMENTS: 1. Listening Logs: Each student will be
required to analyze assigned musical examples and keep an
ongoing list of artists, composers and ensembles representative
of the various musical styles,
periods and eras discussed in class.
2. Exams: Each student will complete (1) objective exam and one
unit quiz. Note: make ups are not allowed for any missed exam or
quiz.
3. Chapter Assignments: Each chapter will have an assignment
that will focus on the emphasized information. (In class
performance reviews and group presentation)
4. Performance Reviews: Each student must attend Four KCC
sponsored performances during the academic semester and write a
one-page paper for each event. It is imperative that the
student
effectively and accurately utilize the musical terminology
gained in class.
EXAMPLES:
INCORRECT:
“The Jazz Band first piece was fast then slow.”
CORRECT:
“The Jazz Band’s opening number moved in an allegro tempo
followed by an immediate adagio before
transitioning to the (B) section of the composition.”
SPECIAL NOTE: Students must be able to attend performances in
the evenings and on
weekends. Each student must be able to schedule and attend
selected events based around his or
her individual availability. Some of these may require a nominal
admission fee. Class may also
meet at performance venues off campus.
5. PRESENTATION: You the student will organize a 7-10 minute
class presentation on a composer, artist, and or genre, style or
musical form. Presentation must incorporate elements
discussed in class throughout the course of the semester.
Include a brief biography and examples
of their musical work. You must also include why you choose your
subject and what profound
effect their work has had on you. I strongly ENCOURAGE you to
review the rubric often when
designing your presentation.
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Dr. Case-Blanchard’s Requirements Statement
As your Instructor, it is my responsibility to:
· Provide the grading scale and detailed grading formula
explaining how student grades are to be
derived
· Facilitate an effective learning environment through class
studio activities, discussions, and
critiques
· Provide a clear description of any special projects or
assignments
· Inform students of policies such as attendance, withdrawal,
tardiness and make up
· Provide the course outline and class calendar which will
include a description of any special
projects or assignments
· Arrange to meet with individual students before and after
class as required
To be successful in this class, it is the student’s
responsibility to:
· Attend class and participate in class discussions and all
activities
· Read and comprehend the textbook
· Complete the required assignments and exams
· Ask for help when there is a question or problem
· Keep copies of all paperwork, including this syllabus,
handouts and all assignments
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Policy:
1. ATTENDANCE POLICY: Students are allowed 3 absences from class
during the semester.
No excuse is needed for these absences. After that, any
unexcused absence takes 10%
off the student’s final grade with the following exception: Any
student missing 6 classes
for any reason will be asked to withdraw. NO Absence is excused
the week before or of
a performance. Concert attendance is MANDATORY. An excused
absence is one where
the instructor has been contacted previously and approved it or
a doctor’s excuse is
provided. Lateness of any kind will take 5% off the student’s
daily attendance points.
The instructor will always endeavor to release class on
time.
2. Regular attendance is an essential part of the educational
experience and a requirement
for an adequate evaluation of each student’s academic progress.
Excessive absence is
reported to the Academic Advising department. An Advisor will
reach out to students to
discuss options for success. Continued absenteeism may lead to
administration action.
Faculty are required to report to the Financial Aid office
students who have never
attended class. Federal aid may be reduced if a student does not
begin attendance in all
classes. This includes online courses. For more information,
please visit:
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3. Drop/Add Procedures: Drop/Add procedural information may be
found at:
http://www.kellogg.edu/catalog. The drop/add dates for every
course may be found on
the KCC web site at: www.kellogg.edu follow the schedule link.
For information
regarding additional grading policies, please visit the KCC
catalog at:
http://www.kellogg.edu/catalog
4. Disability Services: While ensuring the academic integrity of
its programs, Kellogg
Community College is dedicated to providing the reasonable
accommodations needed
to ensure equal access to educational opportunities for
individuals with verified
disabilities. Disability services are provided to students who
self-disclose a disability to
the Support Services Department and provide appropriate
documentation. Support
Services may be reached at 269.965.4150 or
[email protected].
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5. Academic Integrity Policies: Ethical conduct is the
obligation of every member of the
KCC community. Breaches of Academic integrity constitute serious
breaches of ethical
conduct. Academic integrity requires that all academic work be
wholly the product of an
identified individual or individuals. This policy demonstrates
KCC’s concern for academic
integrity and guarantees a fair procedure for handling these
concerns. Examples of
unethical conduct include cheating, fabrication, and plagiarism.
For more information
regarding KCC’s Student Code of Conduct, please visit:
http://www.kellogg.edu/wp-
content/uploads/2016/08/Handbook-2016-2017.pdf.
6. Code of Conduct: Kellogg Community College students are
expected to model the skills
and behaviors of working professionals. This includes exhibiting
behaviors which
support respect and courtesy in the class environment. For more
information regarding
KCC’s Student Code of Conduct, please visit:
http://www.kellogg.edu/wp-
content/uploads/2016/08/Handbook-2016-2017.pdf.
7. Safe and Successful Campus Environment: KCC is dedicated to
providing a safe
environment which is conducive to success for all students. When
staff notice that a
student is struggling emotionally, intellectually, or
behaviorally with classroom
expectations, they may notify the appropriate personnel on
campus to intervene and
provide assistance to that student. Academic assistance is
available in The Bridge and
through Academic Advising; personal counseling is also available
in Support Services.
8. Students whose behavior suggests they are struggling may also
be contacted by the KCC
Director of Student Relations or by KCC Public Safety. If
students have safety concerns
about others’ behavior in class or on campus, those students are
encouraged to discuss
their concerns with KCC Public Safety directly.
9. Academic Support Services: Kellogg Community College is
committed to your academic
success. If for any reason a student is struggling with a class,
speak to the Professor
immediately. They are the best resource. Additional resources
available include The
Bridge (http://www.kellogg.edu/services/the-bridge/) and Support
Services
(http://www.kellogg.edu/services/student-support-services/).
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10. Honors Contract Information: Honors contracts are a way for
students to turn any
college-level KCC course into an honors course, giving them the
flexibility to take
ownership over learning. At the beginning of the semester, with
instructor approval, a
student may work with the instructor to develop a unique honors
project beyond the
course syllabus. Once the honors project is clearly defined and
the student’s project has
been approved by the instructor, the student works independently
on that project
during the semester and may seek support from the instructor as
needed; then, at the
end of the semester, when the student successfully completes the
honors project as
outlined in the contract and earns at least a B+ in the course,
the student will earn
honors designation on their transcript. To download the honors
contract and learn more
about the Honors Program, please visit
http://www.kellogg.edu/academics/honors-
program/.
11. Retain this Syllabus & Syllabus Disclaimer: This
syllabus is a record of learning outcomes
associated with this course. Many institutions will require a
copy of this syllabus to grant
transfer credit. It is the student’s responsibility to retain a
copy for future use.
12. Use of Technology & Student Email Accounts: The College
has a variety of computer
systems which are provided for the use of students and are to be
used for education,
research, academic development, and public service only. You are
responsible for seeing
that the computing facilities are used in an effective,
efficient, ethical, and lawful
manner. Computer systems, such as e-mail, are intended for
college related activities
only. Inappropriate messages and/or materials are not to be sent
or stored. For more
information, visit the KCC web page at: www.kellogg.edu.
13. Textbook Statement: There are multiple choices for
purchasing textbooks, including the
Kellogg Community College bookstore (www.kellogg.edu - follow
the on campus link to
the bookstore). Please be advised that each student should fully
investigate the refund
policies of book retail stores, including the Kellogg Community
College bookstore, PRIOR
to purchasing a book for any course. When purchasing a book from
the Kellogg
Community College bookstore, students are encouraged not to
break a textbook's
binding, or open a book in shrink-wrap covering, prior to
attending the first course
session in order to verify that a correct book has been
purchased. Students are advised
to keep all receipts from book purchases.
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14. Service Learning Option: “For this section of this course,
the Service Learning Option is
not available.”
Incoming students enrolled in general education degree programs
will be required to complete a
service learning experience to qualify for graduation. All other
students are encourage to
participate in a service learning experience. Service Learning
information may be found at:
http://www.kellogg.edu/academics/service-learning/
Example of Additional Information for Service Learning: See the
instructor if you are interested
in pursuing this option. Detailed instructions will be provided
later, but you should know you will
need to:
* Provide your own transportation to and from the placement
site.
* Perform a minimum of 15 hours of service.
* Complete your hours by due date provided in the schedule.
* Complete reflection activity(s).
* Successfully complete both the course and the service.
Once the course and service are completed satisfactorily, the
instructor will notify the Registrar's
office and it will be indicated on your transcript.
Information contained in this syllabus was, to the best
knowledge of the instructor, considered
correct and complete when distributed for use at the beginning
of the semester. However, this
syllabus should not be considered a contract between Kellogg
Community College and any student,
nor between the instructor and any student. The instructor
reserves the right, acting within the
policies and procedures of Kellogg Community College, to make
changes in course content or
instructional techniques without notice or obligation.
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Course Schedule
Week
Topic
1
Musical Fundamentals
2
The Basic Elements of Music
“The Musical Language”
3
Listening to Music: America’s Music
“Folk/Religious/Jazz & Popular”
4
ROOT MUSIC/ Discovering American Folk Music
5
History of African American Music & Culture
6
Popular Music: The History of Blues
7
Music: Religious Musical Traditions of America
8
Popular: American Jazz Music
9
Popular Music: From Dance to Country
10
Contemporary Musical Forms:
The Roots of Rap and Hip-Hop
11
Music of the Americas
(South America, Mexico and the Caribbean)
12
MUSIC TTHROUGH THE CENTURIES
Medieval-Baroque and Beyond
13
MUSIC MEETINGS/PROJECT REVIEW/RESEARCH
14
PRESENTATION PRACTICE DAY
15
Final Presentations
16
Final Presentations