MUS 3493 (LUOA), CMUS 493 (LUO): Innovative Commercial Music Ensemble III

07/01/2018 to 12/31/2199 • Modified 07/30/2026

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Course Description

In this course, students participate in a commercial music ensemble, receive weekly coaching from a faculty member, and present a performance during the term. Students should maintain and actively participate in a music ensemble with at least two other musicians. 

Next Start Date*

January 18, 2027

LUOA Equivalent Course*

  • MUS 3493: Innovative Commercial Music Ensemble III, 1 LUO credits.

Program Restrictions*

  • DPL: Dual Enrollment – AA Music (DUMU-DPL-D)

Prerequisite Requirements*

All of the following:

  • Any of the following:
    • MUS 3193 previously completed with a minimum grade of D
         or
    • MUS 3194 previously completed with a minimum grade of D

       and

  • MUS 3151 previously completed with a minimum grade of D

Rationale

In the 21st century, there are a vast number of types of musical ensembles. This innovative music ensemble will allow the student the flexibility to participate in commercial music groups of various instrumentations playing music in a variety of musical styles. These will often take the form of a contemporary band (vocal, guitar, keys, bass, drums) but may include other formats approved by the instructor.

Course Assignment

Assigned readings and lecture presentations

Course Requirements Checklist

After reading the Course Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.

Discussions (2)

Discussions are collaborative learning experiences. Therefore, the student must respond to the Discussion prompts as part of the academic requirements. Each thread must be at least 200 words. In addition, the student must engage with two other student’s threads with at least 50 words each. This process fosters active and thoughtful participation in scholarly discourse. The student must support his/her assertions with at least 2 scholarly citations for threads, and at least 1 scholarly citation for each reply. Replies should include at least one reference from the Bible, which is the appropriate footnote. Acceptable sources include course texts, articles, and the Bible. Sources must be cited in Turabian format. 

Ensemble Proposal Assignment

The student must describe the ensemble, either existing or new, in which he/she plans to participate for this course.

Personnel Approval Assignment

The student will complete a template that includes the names and instruments of each proposed member of his/her ensemble, as well as a video link showcasing the entire ensemble or individual videos of each proposed member rehearsing on the instrument or vocal part he/she will perform for the ensemble. The student’s ensemble must include at least 3 people (including the student); each player must exhibit ability to play his/her assigned instrument or sing with an appropriate level of skill for the ensemble.

Repertoire Approval Assignment

The student must submit a list of songs or pieces of music to be covered for the semester.

Ensemble Rehearsal Assignments (10)

The student will rehearse regularly, contribute ideas in rehearsal, perform music well in rehearsal, and contribute to the success of the group. Videos of rehearsals are uploaded to YouTube. The student will not upload the video in Canvas but will include a link to the YouTube video in the Ensemble Rehearsal Template (provided in Canvas). 

Final Performance Assignment

The student will upload the ensemble’s final performance to YouTube. The student will not upload the video in Canvas but will include a link to the video in the Final Performance Template (provided in Canvas). 

*Course specifics are tentative and subject to change each year. For the most current information, please refer to the Course Registration Tool.

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