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    MUSC 1408 Men's Choir (2LB,1CR) (Max. 4) A performance class open to all tenors and basses on campus designed to cover a variety of literature both traditional and multi-cultural, specifically for male voices. The course offers the non-audition student an opportunity to participate in a choral activity with fewer performance requirements than the two auditioned choral organizations.Course content changes each semester.
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    MUSC 1410 Vocal Ensemble (3LB,1CR)(Max.4) [E] A small vocal ensemble open to all students. The course provides an opportunity to study and perform a variety of diverse popular styles, and culminates in a number of performances in various venues. An audition determines the final roster of ensemble members. Course content changes each semester.Prerequisite: Audition with the instructor.
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    MUSC 1412 Chamber Singers(3LB,1CR)(Max 4)A selected mixed chamber ensemble of 20-35 voices open to all students on campus regardless of their field of study. An audition with the instructor determines the final list of singers. Credit is given for attendance at four weekly rehearsals and concert performances. Emphasis is on a wide variety of choral literature appropriate for chamber choirs, including music from diverse cultures, musical time periods, and language. Course content changes each semester. Prerequisites: Audition with Instructor
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    MUSC 1420 Opera Workshop(3LB,1CR)(Max.4)[E]Opera Workshop is a performance-based class designed to provide experience and opportunities for singers interested in exploring the genre. Students will learn basic performance techniques and will improve their dramatic abilities through the performance of an operatic scene. Course content changes each semester.
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    MUSC 1425 History of Rock (3L,3CR)This course examines the social, cultural, and stylistic history of rock n' roll music, beginning with important musical precedents such as blues and jazz, and progresses through punk and metal into current global varieties of rock n' roll. Throughout the history, cultural and social contexts are presented and analyzed for their impact on the art form.
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    MUSC 1426 History of American Popular Music (3L, 3CR) History of American Popular Music traces the roots of American popular music from its inception during the 16th century until the present day. The course will include a discussion of the genres of blues, jazz, and rock and how each of these grew from the musical tradition that preceded it. Additionally, the course will explore the unique geography and cultural influences that helped inspire each of the genres discussed in the course.
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    MUSC 1440 Chamber Orchestra (2LB,1CR) (Max. 4) [E] A performance class open to all string players on campus. This course is designed to cover a variety of literature from primarily the Baroque era. Open to all students on campus, BOCES students and community members regardless of their field of study. Credit is given for attendance at the two weekly rehearsals and concert performances. Emphasis is placed on the study of stylistic concerns of string performance including bowings, articulations, dynamics and ensembles.Course content changes each semester. Prerequisite: Audition
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    MUSC 1450 Percussion Ensemble (3LB,1CR) (Max. 4) [E] Performs selected diverse chamber music for various combinations of percussion instruments and is open to all students with previous percussion experience who can qualify by audition for participation.Course content changes each semester.
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    MUSC 1460 Brass Ensemble (2LB,1CR) (Max. 4) [E] This group performs selected diverse chamber music and is open to all students with previous brass experience.Course content changes each semester.Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
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    MUSC 1470 Woodwind Ensemble (2LB,1CR) (Max. 4) [E] Performs selected works at various student and public recitals and generally consists of woodwind quintet, quartet, trio, and duet. This group is open to all students with previous instrumental music experience. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.