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MU1352/4352

Instructor: Jean R. Perrault
Office: HU 232
Office Hours: As posted
Telephone: (218) 726-8215
Lesson Time: TBA
Master Class: None required but strongly encouraged (HU222)

Objective:
The purpose of this course is to help the students improve on their instrument, technically and musically.

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 the 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 demonstrate their facility with scales and arpeggios through simple and elaborate 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 the student's 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 be prepared to play any of the assigned pieces during the lesson.
Students may elect to participate in 1 or more Master Class per semester.
Students may elect to participate in 1 or more 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.