With exception to the grading and attendance policies, information contained in this syllabus may be subject to change with advance notice as deemed necessary.
Course Number
MUS 201, MUS 401, or MUS 501. Section 034
Syllabus
Fall 2011
Instructor
Eric Hines, GTA UA Steel Bands
- Office: Music Building, Room 110G
- E-mail: echines@email.arizona.edu
Course Description
The UA Steel Band program offers students an opportunity to explore the Trinidadian steel band tradition, as well as classical and popular arrangements and transcriptions.
UASteel is an advanced performing ensemble while Blue Steel is intended for beginning-intermediate players. Through these groups students are given the opportunity to bring steel band music to the community.
Membership and Enrollment
Entrance into the UA Steel Band is by audition only. This audition is held to assess the person's natural music ability. No previous steel band experience is necessary. However, a good sense of rhythm, natural ability to groove, and lyrical flow are a necessity. A basic understanding of notes, scales, and chords will prove helpful in securing a position.
Class Meeting Times
- Set-up/Warm-up: MW, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
- Blue Steel: MW, 5:00 - 6:30pm
- UASteel: MW, 6:45 - 8:15pm
Individual practice time is required of all UA Steel Band members and is essential to the success of the ensembles. The instruments in room 106 are available for practicing at the following times:
- F, 4 - 6:00pm
- Sun, 5:00 - 7:00pm
Class Materials
Instruments and music will be provided to everyone participating in the UA Steel Band Program. Individuals will need to provide their own personal notebook and pencils.
Individuals will be responsible for performance dress: Blue Steel dress will be determined before the concert date. UA Steel may be required to wear all black with UA Steel Band Shirts. These shirts are provided. All points of the dress code will be expected to be followed.
Grading
Grading will be based on participation and attendance. There will be a mid-term playing exam. Participation in the UA Steel Bands concert will serve as the final exam.
Attendance
Individuals are expected to arrive on time and be in attendance for the duration of all rehearsals (including dress rehearsal) and performances. Prior notice, at least 24 hours in advance, is required for all absences. For emergency situations, notify the instructor as soon as possible.
Students are allowed 2 unexcused absences. After 2 absences, a deduction of 1 letter grade will occur for each additional absence. Excessive absences may affect the performance status of the individual. Every two tardies will result in one absence. Failure to attend spring concert and/or dress rehearsal will result in a letter grade of E.
All holidays or special events observed by organized religions will be honored for those students who show affiliation with that particular religion. Absences pre-approved by the UA Dean of Students (or Dean's designee) will be honored.
Fall 2011 Performance (Gig) Dates (UASteel)
Gig dates to be announced. (Members can find details regarding gigs & performances, including call times and set lists, in the Members' login area.)
Fall 2011 Concert Date (Everyone)
- Sunday, November 27: 7:30 pm. Location: Crowder Hall.
Important Registration Information
Anyone participating in the UA Steel Band program must be enrolled for UA credit in either MUS 201, 401, or 501. Important payment deadlines.
You should verify your account balance each time you change your registration by checking Student Link, calling the Bursar's Office (520) 621-3131, Office of Curriculum and Registration (520) 621-3113, or Office of Student Financial Aid (520) 621-1858. For all dates and deadlines related to registration of classes: www.em.arizona.edu/datesDeadlines/datesDeadlines.aspx
Reminder to students with special needs who are registered with the S.A.L.T. Center (www.salt.arizona.edu) or the Disability Resource Center (drc.arizona.edu) that you must submit appropriate documentation to the instructor if you are requesting special accomodations.
Student Code of Conduct
The aim of education is the intellectual, personal, social, and ethical development of the individual. The educational process is ideally conducted in an environment that encourages reasoned discourse, intellectual honesty, openness to constructive change and respect for the rights of all individuals. Self discipline and a respect for the rights of others in the university community are necessary for the fulfillment of such goals. This Student Code of Conduct is designed to promote this environment at each of the state universities.
The Student Code of Conduct sets forth the standards of conduct expected of students who choose to join the university community.
Students who violate these standards will be subject to disciplinary sanctions in order to promote their own personal development, to protect the university community, and to maintain order and stability on campus.
For further information: http://web.arizona.edu/~studpubs/policies/studcofc.htm
Prohibited Behavior
Threatening Behavior is Prohibited. http://policy.web.arizona.edu/~policy/threaten.shtml
Student Code of Academic Integrity
With exception to the grading and attendance policies, information contained in this syllabus may be subject to change with advance notice as deemed necessary.