Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 05/23/95
MUE236 19956-99999	L+L	2 Credit(s)	3 Period(s)
Class Percussion II
Continuation of Class Percussion I with additional emphasis on ensemble techniques and representative literature. Prerequisites: MUE235 or permission of instructor.

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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
MUE236   19956-99999	Class Percussion II

1.	Describe the various types of sticks/mallets for definite pitched percussion instruments. (I)
2.	Describe stick/mallet control techniques. (I, II)
3.	Describe various teaching techniques for beginning level percussion players. (I, II, III)
4.	Perform all major and chromatic scales. (I, II)
5.	Perform easy to intermediate solo pieces. (II, III)
6.	Describe appropriate solo and ensemble literature for various levels. (III)
7.	Describe teaching method books for brass instruments. (III)

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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
MUE236   19956-99999	Class Percussion II

I. Pedagogical approach to the instrument A. Stick/mallet selection for individual differences of students and instruments B. Hand position C. Knowledge of both major and chromatic scales II. Playing technique A. Stick/mallet techniques B. Stick/mallet exercises C. Major and chromatic scales D. Rudiments of stick control III. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced solo and ensemble literature A. Solo literature B. Ensemble literature C. Method books

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