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UMD Chamber Orchestra
Syllabus MU1504/4504 - Fall 2008

Instructor: 
 Jean R. Perrault
Office:    
 Humanities 232
Office Hours:   
As posted on office door
Telephone: 

(218) 726-8215

Course Description
The rehearsal and performance of musical literature for chamber orchestra. Instructor determines placement.

Rehearsal time and place
Tuesdays 4:45 - 6:00pm MPAC1
Thursdays 4:45 - 6:00pm MPAC1

Repertoire for Fall 2008
Concerto Grosso Ernest Bloch
Fantasia on Greensleeves Vaughan William
Other repertoire with Choir TBA

Concert dates and locations
December 7, 2008 1:30pm Weber Hall
December 12, 2008 7:30pm Weber Hall

Dress Rehearsal

December 11, 2008 7:00 - 9:30pm Weber Hall

Expectations:

Students are expected to set-up chairs and stands prior to the start of all rehearsals and concerts, and to rearrange the stage to its previous condition after the rehearsal/concert.
Students will come to rehearsal properly equipped (instruments, music, pencils...).
Students will maintain their instrument(s) in proper playing condition.
Students will individually practice their parts to guarantee a productive rehearsal.
Students will attend all rehearsals.
Students will familiarize themselves with the proper terminology necessary to communicate musical ideas.
Students will learn to listen to one another and rehearse musically and cooperatively.

Students will conduct themselves professionally on stage during concerts.

Concert dress
Men:   Black tuxedo, white shirt, black bow tie, black socks and shoes. (No black jeans!)
Women:   Floor-length black dress or slacks, long-sleeved black top, black shoes, black stockings (backless gowns, mini skirts or tights are absolutely unacceptable).
Men and Women: Tasteful jewelry to complement the outfit a plus! Noisy and excessive jewelry is discouraged. Subtle cologne/perfume, preferably none!

Course Grading and Evaluation:
Every student will be evaluated at every rehearsal. Attendance to all rehearsals is mandatory. Half of the grade will be based on the ability to show-up at the scheduled times and places. Excessive absences will jeopardize the passing of the course. Grade will be lowered a full letter for every unexcused absence

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