| PERCUSSION PROGRAM |
 |
|
Curriculum
In addition to the requirements for our various degrees the percussion program offers the following courses to percussion students.
Orchestral Repertoire
Instructors: Brian Jones, Ian Ding
 Orchestra Repertoire Class studies orchestral percussion instruments -- timpani, bass drum, snare drum, xylophone, glockenspiel, tambourine, triangle, cymbals, and the occasional unusual instrument -- in the context of both real-world performance and auditions. Standard excerpts are presented and studied, sometimes in conjuction with sound recordings. Methods for the full exploitation of the acoustical characteristics of the instruments are explored in depth. Score study is emphasized, and a short analytical paper on a specific standard excerpt is submitted at the end of the semester. Also at the of the semester, the students participate in mock auditions to get the feel of an audition setting. As a final touch to give the class material further relevance, the repertoire studied frequently coincides with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra's performance schedule.
1 Credit Hour
Professor Brian Jones works with MM Daniel McDonald
Percussion Pedagogy
Instructor: Michael Udow
The goal is to instill in each class member a holistic approach of qualitative critical analysis and creative thinking enabling the creation of independent healthful physiological and psychological methodologies necessary to tutor percussion students from the primary grades through a pre-professional college curriculum in a sequential approach toward musical and technical development.
This is a two-semester survey sequential course. The first semester is an academic seminar course. The second semester is a “hands on” laboratory teaching experience for each student with video analysis and follow-up full class discussions.
Graduate Level Course; & Junior Standing
Undergraduates will be considered; Consent of the Instructor
3 Credit Hours
Percussion Literature
Instructor: Michael Udow
The goal is to provide a broad based historical context focusing on the development, interpretation and theoretical analysis of percussion literature including the genres of symphonic, mixed chamber music, percussion ensemble, solo– including concerti, as well as intermediate repertory. The course will primarily focus on works emanating from Western European Art Music traditions while also incorporating concepts of global music in an historical context and its social relevance within the community.
This is a two semester survey sequential course intended to provide a basis from which students will be able to assess from an aesthetic perspective and respond to the basic questions: “What is quality music that includes percussion and why?
Graduate Level Course; & Junior Standing
Undergraduates will be considered; Consent of the Instructor
3 Credit Hours
Professor Udow works with BM Pete Dileo during the weekly percussion studio class.
Having trouble printing...? |
