Courses I teach...
MUS_CLAS 205 Conducting I
Development of basic conducting technique. Areas of study include conducting gestures, baton skills, score reading, basic rehearsal techniques, introductory score analysis and interpretation.
MUS_CLAS 262 Music Technology and Media Production
Music Technology and Media Production teaches music technology skills aimed at 21st century musicians, including introductory acoustics and critical listening, live sound reinforcement, basic and intermediate audio and video recording and editing, creation of an online professional portfolio, and use of social media in developing your personal brand identity as a musician. Students will examine societal issues of music distribution and ownership, including those of copyright, sampling, and plagiarism.
MUS_CLAS 412 Teaching and Conducting Instrumental Ensembles
Study of philosophies and approaches of teaching and conducting instrumental groups including orchestra and wind band ensembles. Students learn advanced skills of conducting instrumental ensembles, including score analysis, musical interpretation, rehearsal techniques, and approaches for communicating musical intent through conducting gestures. Other topics include the organization of instrumental ensembles and music programs and a survey of musical literature appropriate for instrumental ensembles of various ages and contexts.
MUS_CLAS 452 Individual Study: Wind Literature and History
Through independent study in Wind Literature and History, students develop the skills and abilities to evaluate and recognize important works for wind band across a variety of styles and time periods, describe the history of wind bands and the development of their repertoire, demonstrate understanding of research trends and topics in wind band literature, and develop skills necessary to seek and find new music of quality appropriate for various grade levels of performing ensembles.
Development of basic conducting technique. Areas of study include conducting gestures, baton skills, score reading, basic rehearsal techniques, introductory score analysis and interpretation.
MUS_CLAS 262 Music Technology and Media Production
Music Technology and Media Production teaches music technology skills aimed at 21st century musicians, including introductory acoustics and critical listening, live sound reinforcement, basic and intermediate audio and video recording and editing, creation of an online professional portfolio, and use of social media in developing your personal brand identity as a musician. Students will examine societal issues of music distribution and ownership, including those of copyright, sampling, and plagiarism.
MUS_CLAS 412 Teaching and Conducting Instrumental Ensembles
Study of philosophies and approaches of teaching and conducting instrumental groups including orchestra and wind band ensembles. Students learn advanced skills of conducting instrumental ensembles, including score analysis, musical interpretation, rehearsal techniques, and approaches for communicating musical intent through conducting gestures. Other topics include the organization of instrumental ensembles and music programs and a survey of musical literature appropriate for instrumental ensembles of various ages and contexts.
MUS_CLAS 452 Individual Study: Wind Literature and History
Through independent study in Wind Literature and History, students develop the skills and abilities to evaluate and recognize important works for wind band across a variety of styles and time periods, describe the history of wind bands and the development of their repertoire, demonstrate understanding of research trends and topics in wind band literature, and develop skills necessary to seek and find new music of quality appropriate for various grade levels of performing ensembles.
MUS_ENS 161 Wind Symphony
The premier wind band in the Sunderman Conservatory designed for the development of the professional performer, music educators, and dedicated musicians. A select group of 40-50 players, the ensemble rehearses and performs a combination of wind band masterworks and new repertoire.
MUS_ENS 162 Marching Band
The Bullets Marching Band performs at all home football games and various other functions throughout the fall semester. Participation is open to any Gettysburg College student who plays a wind or percussion instrument, as well as to visual performers in Color Guard (Flag/Rifle/Saber).
MUS_ENS 163 Symphony Band
Symphony Band is a large concert ensemble performing a wide range of traditional wind literature and new works for band. The ensemble meets during the spring semester and is open to any interested Gettysburg College student who plays a wind or percussion instrument. Faculty, staff, and community members are welcome to participate.
The premier wind band in the Sunderman Conservatory designed for the development of the professional performer, music educators, and dedicated musicians. A select group of 40-50 players, the ensemble rehearses and performs a combination of wind band masterworks and new repertoire.
MUS_ENS 162 Marching Band
The Bullets Marching Band performs at all home football games and various other functions throughout the fall semester. Participation is open to any Gettysburg College student who plays a wind or percussion instrument, as well as to visual performers in Color Guard (Flag/Rifle/Saber).
MUS_ENS 163 Symphony Band
Symphony Band is a large concert ensemble performing a wide range of traditional wind literature and new works for band. The ensemble meets during the spring semester and is open to any interested Gettysburg College student who plays a wind or percussion instrument. Faculty, staff, and community members are welcome to participate.
Past Courses
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The following are courses I have taught previously but are not part of my regular teaching rotation:
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