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COURSE SYLLABUS

MUSI 2210.001

Fall 2014

CLASS PIANO III

Monday, Wednesday 1:00 - 1:50 p.m.

Cowan Classroom - Class PIano Lab

Modality - Face to Face

Pre-requisite: Interview with Instructor

Instructor: Deborah D. Butler

Office Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. MW, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. TT.

Instructor Contact Information:

Email – [email protected]

Phone - 432 553-3765

Course Description:

Class piano is a course for all Music Majors and non Music Majors that is designed to present basic musical

knowledge as applied to the keyboard and to develop basic skills related to playing the piano. Fundamental keyboard

skills will include sightreading, transposition, scales, chords, harmonization, ensemble and solo repertoire.

Textbook & Accompanying Materials:

Class Piano textbook will be provided at the beginning of the student's Freshman year enrollment. This textbook will

be used until the student performs his/her Piano Proficiency.

Required:

One, 1 inch three ring binder. All supplemental materials given to the student during class should be kept in the

binder. This binder, along with the required textbook will be used in every class.

Course Objectives:

To provide the non-pianist the fundamental keyboard skills that will prepare the student for the Sophomore Piano

Proficiency. (See attached hand out)

Course Requirements:

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Class attendance is mandatory. One hour of daily practice outside of the classroom is the required minimum. Pianos

are available in the practice rooms and the Piano Lab.

Exams:

The student will be given a weekly grade based on attendance, participation, and progress. Scale exam dates are

listed separately. The Final Exam will be based on progress of skills including the scale exam and any solo or

ensemble repertoire assigned during the semester. The scale exam will be based upon the accuracy of finger

patterns, knowledge of key signature, and chord structures affiliated with each scale. The Piano Proficiency hearing

will be held during the week of finals and must be scheduled with the Instructor.

Attendance:

The student will receive a daily grade based on promptness, participation, and applications of new material

presented. A student may miss no more than 25% (7 times) of the Class Piano course before that student is

administratively withdrawn from the course or given an automatic "F".

Piano Recitals:

Each fourth (4th) semester piano student will be required to participate in a Departmental Recital. One (1)

memorized piece will be presented by the student. Duets are no longer a requirement but can be presented based on

the Instructor's discretion. Each student will perform a prepared, memorized piece at the end of each semester

during the regularly scheduled class time for a Final Grade. An absence or late arrival to a scheduled recital requires

notification to Instructor of one hour prior to recital. The notification will be documented and determined excused or

unexcused by Instructor. Since early notice of recital date has been provided, the Instructor expects all students to be

in attendance, properly prepared, professionally dressed, and on time.

Juries:

All non-piano majorswill not be required to present themselves for Jury evaluation at the end of each semester.

Communication:

The student is responsible for giving Instructor a viable email address and is responsible for any information

exchanged in that electronic communication.

Grading Policy:

Final grades for the course will be based upon attendance, participation in class, scale exam, completion of

assignments, departmental recital attendance, and preparation of recital piece. An Incomplete will not be given.

Music majors are required to attend all Departmental Recitals.

Food and Beverage:

No food or beverage will be allowed in the Piano Lab.

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Civility Statement:

Because this class is a participatory community and the student is to fulfill his/her potential for learning, students who

disrupt the community by words or actions will be dismissed from the class. In order to achieve our educational goals

and to encourage the expressions, understanding, and creation of a variety of ideas and opinions, respect must be

shown to everyone. In order to protect the learning environment, the use of cellular phones during class will not bepermitted.

Americans with Disabilities Act:

Students with disabilities that are admitted to The University of Texas of the Permian Basin may request reasonable

accommodations and classroom modifications as addressed under Section 504/ADA regulations. Students needing

assistance because of a disability must contact Dr. Efren D. Castro, Director, Programs Assisting STudent Study

(PASS) Office, 552-2630, no later than 30 days prior to the start of the semester.

The definition of a disability for purposes of ADA is that she or he (1) has a physical or mental impairment that

substantively limits a major life activity, (2) has a record of such an impairment or, (3) is regarded as having such animpairment.

Students who have provided all documentation and are eligible for services will be advised of their rights regarding

academic accommodations and responsibilities. The University is not obligated to pay for diagnosis or evaluations

nor is it obligated to pay for personal services or auxiliary aids.

If you need accommodations because of a disability, if you have emergency medical information to share with the

instructor, or if you need special arrangements in the case the building must be evacuated, please inform Ms. Butler

immediately.

Web Enhanced Expectations:

Class netiquette - N/A

Academic dishonesty is fundamental to the activities and principles of a university. The academic community

regards academic dishonesty as an extremely serious matter, with serious consequences. Any effort to gain an

advantage not given to all students is dishonest whether or not the effort is successful. Any suspicion of academic

dishonesty will be reported and investigated. A student who engages in scholastic dishonesty that includes, but not

limited to cheating, plagiarism, and collusion will receive an "F" for the course. All persons involved in academic

dishonesty will be disciplined in accordance with University regulations and procedures. For complete information on

UTPB student conduct and discipline procedures, consult the University Handbook at www.utpb.edu.

EXAM DATES TO REMEMBER:

September 22, 2014

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October 20, 2014

November 10, 2014

November 24, 2014

December 10, 2014

The Piano Proficiency Hearing dates and times will be posted on the Departmental Bulletin board. Students wishing

to present Proficiency items must schedule during the time offered.

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