Office: 101-C Fine Arts Bldg.
Music Dept. Phone: 569-3294
e-mail:
MUAP 1264 -
Piano Class 2
Syllabus for
Sections 1 & 2
Spring
Semester 2003
Course Description: A continuation of MUAP 1214 in which the basic skills required to play the piano will be explored in greater detail. Topics presented include, but are not limited to technique (including scales and chords), sight reading, harmonization, transposition, repertoire, and basic theory.
Required Materials: Alfred’s Group Piano for Adults (Book 1) by Lancaster/Renfrow and Preludes, volume 1 by Vandall. These books are available for purchase at the University Bookstore. Since there are no extra copies available in the piano lab, you are responsible for bringing these books to class for each meeting. Please bring a pencil (not a pen) so that you can make notes on your music during class. A CD recording of the solo repertoire from the main text (AGPA) is also available at the bookstore should you wish to listen to some of the music that you will be learning this semester.
Attendance: Prompt, regular attendance
is required. A student who is tardy or who comes to class after several
absences will impede the progress of the entire class and be unable to keep up
with weekly assignments. Attendance is taken at the beginning of each
class period and tardiness will NOT be tolerated.
Practice: Class meets twice each
week. These meetings are considered periods for instruction, not practice
periods. Students are expected to practice 5 hours per week outside of class in
order to make adequate progress. You may find that more practice may be
required in order to keep up with the entire class. Assignments will be given
at the conclusion of each class and students are expected prepare assignments
prior to coming to class. Practice rooms are located on the second floor of the
Fine Arts Building (on a first come-first served basis) for your convenience.
Tests,
quizzes, and examinations: There will be both a mid-term and a final examination. In addition,
there will be tests at the conclusion of each unit or chapter and pop quizzes
may be given without prior notice, as deemed necessary by Dr. Pike.
Grading: The breakdown of your
grade for this course follows:
30% - Final Exam
25% - Mid-term Exam
30% - Quizzes, tests, assignments (will not be made
up later)
15% - Written Assignments (due at the beginning of
class)
Dr. Pike will provide you with a specific breakdown
of the grading for each exam at least one week prior to each examination. A
grade of A (90-100%) constitutes exceptional work. B (80-89%) indicates above
average work. C (70-79%) is average work. D (60-69%) indicates below average
work. F (below 60%) indicates failing work.
Students
are encouraged to speak with Dr. Pike if they need extra help or guidance
throughout the semester. Do not wait until the final exam to ask for help!
Students
with Disabilities: It is the policy of UALR to accommodate students with disabilities,
pursuant to federal and state law. Any student with a disability who needs
accommodation, for example in seating placement or in arrangements for seating,
examinations, note-taking, or access to information on the web should inform
the instructor at the beginning of the course. The chair of the department
offering this course also is available to assist with accommodations. Students
with disabilities are also encouraged to contact Disability Support Services,
telephone 569-3143 (v/tty), and on the Web at www.ualr.edu/dssdept.
Dr.
Pike’s Office Hours: Mondays:
Mondays:
Tuesdays:
Or by appointment