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Oct 23, 2026
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MUSC 1106 - Concert Band
Credits: 0-1
Catalog Description
The ensemble rehearses a variety of concert band literature for study and performance. The Concert Band is open to all students. The ensemble meets the requirements for wind, brass and percussion instrumentalists pursuing the Associates of Fine Arts Degree in Music. No audition is required. Students must read written musical notation for their instrument. Some instruments are available for student use. One to two performances each semester. Weekly scheduled rehearsals. Additional rehearsals may be required. Students may repeat this course to gain a maximum of 4 credits.
Recommended Skills, Abilities, or Coursework: Ability to read written musical notation for their instrument.
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) Goal Area(s) fulfilled: Goal 06C: The Humanities and Fine Arts
Additional fee to student: No
Learner Outcomes
- Perform appropriately within a group setting.
- Make interpretative judgments regarding musical style based on the theoretical, social, and historical context of each piece.
- Show sensitivity to the music being created by others.
- Develop an awareness of various concert band styles.
- Develop an appreciation for quality concert band literature.
- Develop an awareness of the differences between group performance and solo performance.
- Develop an intelligent, standard, and correct musical vocabulary.
- Demonstrate improved instrument-specific skills in regard to tone, intonation and technique.
Major Areas of Course Content
- Group and individual study of a diverse variety of concert band literature
- Concert performances of a variety of band literature
- Study of the historical/social context of the various selections
- Study and explanation of musical vocabulary and terminology
- Development of proper tone production techniques
- Development of sensitivity and good listening habits
- Development of an awareness of aesthetics and the role and importance of art in our culture
- Knowledge of proper stage behavior before and during a performance
Credit for Prior Learning Options
No credit for prior learning option is available for this course.
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