MUSI 564 - Orff Schulwerk Level 2
Overview
MUSI 564: Orff Schulwerk II. 3 credits
Level II is a big step for students who have made the decision to complete the Certification Program. It is a time for expanded learning after using and developing elemental musical and movement materials following Level I. It is also a time when many questions about theory and pedagogy that arose during the school year may be answered, and class discussions concerning application are approached on a more knowledgeable and practical level. The curriculum will review and complete work with additional pentatonic scales in preparation for activities involving hexatonic scales and the diatonic modes (Aeolian, Dorian, Mixolydian, Phrygian) in ways that are accessible and appealing to both you and your students. Rhythmic work will expand to more interesting and complex pieces in meters of 5, 7 and changing meters. Instrumental work will further develop skills in rhythmic and melodic percussion. The alto recorder will be introduced, developing playing skills and further exploring pedagogy using the alto and soprano recorders. Movement classes draw on the ideas and concepts outlined above and make use of more advanced techniques and skills. Pedagogical concepts are built on the ensemble and individual experience.
Features
Continues intensive study of Orff teaching philosophy with practical and theoretical instruction and immersion. Teaches further concepts of rhythm and meter including asymmetrical patterns. Reviews pentatonic modes and their transpositions, studies pentachordal and hexachordal scales, and begins intensive work with diatonic modes. Students work with a variety of percussion instruments including body percussion, unpitched instruments, and barred instruments. They sing and play soprano, alto, tenor, and bass recorders. Movement studies continue with intensive study of vocabulary of dance and mime. Offered by School of Music. May not be repeated for credit.Requirements
Registration Restrictions:Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.
Notes
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading: This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
Funding: Course is not available for traditional Veterans' education assistance benefits.