Introduction to Conducting

Course Code: MUSC-290

Department: Music

Credit Hours: 2.00

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This course is designed as an introduction to basic conducting skills with emphasis on the art and study of conducting. Emphasis is placed on baton technique, left hand technique, non-verbal communication, leadership, conducting terminology, transpositions and score reading. Students will practice with choral and instrumental recordings and/or live groups. Prerequisite: C or better in MUSC 122, MUSC 123, MUSC 137, and MUSC 138