Dr. Pamela Pike
Coordinator of Class Piano
Office: 101-C Fine Arts Bldg.
Music Dept. Phone: 569-3294
e-mail: pdpike@ualr.edu
Piano Class 3 (2284)
Syllabus for Section 1
Fall Semester 2003
Course Description: A course for non-music majors and non-piano majors in which the basic skills required to play the piano will be covered. Topics presented include, but are not limited to technique (including scales and chords), sight reading, harmonization, transposition, repertoire, and basic theory. The main thrust of this course will be learning many selections from the standard teaching literature.
Required Materials: Alfred’s Piano 101 (Book 2) by Lancaster/Renfrow and Masterwork Classics - level 3, by Magrath. 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 this book to class for each meeting. Please bring a pencil (not a pen) so that you can make notes on your music during class. You may also wish to purchase a CD recording of Masterwork Classics, since this book will provide most of the repertoire that we learn this semester. Copies of this CD are also at the bookstore.
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. Attendance is taken at the beginning of each class period and tardiness will NOT be tolerated. After 3 unexcused absences the student will lose 1 point for each class missed. A doctor’s note will be required if a student is unable to attend class due to illness.
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. Pop quizzes may NOT be made up at a later date.
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% - Attendance
Dr. Pike will provide you with a specific breakdown of the grading for each exam several weeks 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 (65-70%) indicates below average work. F (below 65%) 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: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Tuesdays: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Or by appointment |