Instructor: Jean R. Perrault
Office: HU 232
Office Hours: As posteed
Telephone: (218) 726-8215
Lesson Time: TBA
Master Class: Thursdays at 1pm - Humanities 222
Objective:
The purpose of this course is to help the students improve on their instrument,
technically and musically. May be repeated for a maximum of 18 credits
Procedure:
Scales will be used to improve intonation, assist in the accuracy of sequential
notes and acquaint the students with all registers of the instrument.
Arpeggios will also be used to improve intonation and dexterity.
Both Scales and Arpeggios will be used to improve tone, vibrato and advanced
bowing patterns and other advanced technical aspects of playing the instrument.
Students will show their facility with scales and arpeggios through simple
and complex rhythmic improvisation.
Etudes will be used to drill certain technical difficulties on the instrument.
Short pieces will be used to apply the newly learned skills to a short musical
setting.
Sonatas will be used to reinforce their knowledge and skills in chamber music.
Concerto/concert piece will be used to boost the student's self-esteem while
elaborating on all the learned technical skills. Long term commitment to a
concerto or concert piece is key for a comfortable and polished performance.
Repertoire will be chosen according to the student's level.
Expectations:
Students will come to all lessons on time. Unexcused absence will not be tolerated.
All assignments will be practiced for the whole week before the next lesson.
Students will learn to play in a variety of musical styles.
Students will familiarize themselves with the proper terminology necessary
to communicate musical ideas.
Students will be prepared to play any of the assigned pieces during the lesson.
Students are required to perform in a minimum of 2 Master Classes per semester.
Students are required to participate in at least 1 recital per semester.
Grading policy:
All students will be graded on an individual basis. Students must show effort
and demonstrate improvement over time to avoid a failing grade. A maximum
of 2 excused absences will be made up at the instructor's convenience.
Grades will be lowered a half letter for every unexcused absence
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