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WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Music: Applied 101
Course Description and Outline


MUSA 101: Bass-Lower Division


2008-2009
Credits 1–2
Schedule of Classes Schedule History
(See when this course was offered over the last 3 years)
Academic Discipline Music: Applied
Academic Division Communications and Fine Arts
Prerequisites none
Transfer Information Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
I : Catalog Course Description
Provides a personal introduction to the study and performance of music for bass. Class may be repeated for a total of four credits. Fee covers cost of 14 half-hour private lessons.
II : Course Objectives

By the completion of the class, the students should, with an accuracy of 75%:

  • Read music for bass
  • Correctly interpret rhythms
  • Bow and pluck melodies with appropriate technique
  • Use correct hand and arm position
  • Play three different scales and arpeggi per semester
  • Perform lower-division repertoire for the bass
  • Play in ensemble with other instruments
III : Course Linkage
Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

Students should:

1. Succeed at transfer institutions
2. Understand the importance of cultural traditions, diversity, and ethics in the
modern world.
3. Have an understanding of fine arts or performing arts.

Personal Development
• develop creative capacities

Community Commitment
• participate in a cultural or artistic event
• appreciate the unique role of the fine arts and humanities in the development of cultural values

Sections II and III were prepared on October 23, 2007. Please contact the Communications and Fine Arts division for more information.
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