MUGC 4890.026/ MUGC5890.027
UNT CELLO EXCERPT CLASS
COURSE SYLLABUS
Spring 2014
INSTRUCTOR: Debbie Brooks
Credit Hours: 1
Classroom: 258
Consulting Hours: by appointment
Answering Service: 800.291.8261
Email:
Class Hours: Mondays 5:30 p.m. – 7:20 p.m.
DESCRIPTION: An exploration of cello orchestral repertoire with the intention of training for a professional orchestral career,to be customized to the needs and career goals of class members.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: To equip and to assist the student in defining goals and preparation for the audition and preparation as an orchestral cellist.
COURSE TOPICS: Performance of orchestral material and exploration of orchestral audition requirements, techniques, and process.
REQUIRED TEXT: Instructor will provide materials. Cellists will always bring instrument to class and be prepared to perform. The music is in public domain and available on .
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SPRING 2014CLASS SCHEDULE:
January 13 – Introductions / Philosophy of Orchestral Playing
January 20 – HOLIDAY (Martin Luther King Day), no class
January 27 – Beethoven#5-mvts 2 & 3, #8-mvt 3 trio, #9-mvt 4
February 3 – Brahms#2-mvt 2, #3-mvt 3, Mozart #35-mvt 4
February 10 – 1st Mock Audition / Review and Questions
February 17 – Strauss Tone Poems (Don Juan, Ein Heldenleben)
February 24 – VerdiOffertorium, Mendelssohn Scherzo
March 3 – 2nd Mock Audition / Review and Questions
March 10 – SPRING BREAK, no class
March 17 – Tchaikovsky Symphonies #4-mvt 2, #6-mvt 2
March 24 – Prokofiev #5, Miscellaneous
March 31 – 3rd Mock Audition / Review and Questions
April 7 – Orchestral Solos/Quartets (Rossini Overture to William Tell, Brahms Piano Concerto #2, Debussy La Mer)
April 14 –Mahler#2, #5, Wagner Overture to Tannhauser
April 21 – 4th Mock Audition and preparation for Final Audition
April 28 – JURY WEEK, no class
May 5 –Final Mock Audition with a guest committeeconsisting of professional-level orchestral musicians (behind a screen)
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GRADING PLAN:
Attendance = 30%
Class participation = 10%
Class Mock Auditions = 20%
Final Mock Audition = 40%
ATTENDANCE POLICY:
Regular attendance with promptness and with assignments completed demonstrates professionalism required in any work place. This is an important part of your grade.
More than three (3) unexcused absences will result in a failing grade. Three (3) tardies will be counted as one absence. Only university-excused absences will be accepted.
NOTES REGARDING DISABILITIES AND ACADEMIC HONESTY:
The College of Music complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act in making reasonable accommodation for qualified students with disability. If you have an established disability as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request accommodation, please contact the instructor of this course as soon as possible. Please refer to more information.
The UNT Code of Student Conduct and Discipline provides penalties for misconduct by students, including academic dishonesty (cheating/plagiarism.) If you engage in academic dishonesty related to this class, you will receive a failing grade on the test or assignment and a failing grade in the course. In addition, the case will be referred to the Dean of Students for appropriate disciplinary action. Please refer to more information.
LINK for Information about add/drop dates for the Fall Semester:
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LINK for Information about General Academic Schedule:
Office of Disability Accommodation
The University of North Texas makes reasonable academic accommodation for students with disabilities. Students seeking accommodation must first register with the Office of Disability Accommodation (ODA) to verify their eligibility. If a disability is verified, the ODA will provide you with an accommodation letter to be delivered to faculty to begin a private discussion regarding your specific needs in a course. You may request accommodations at any time, however, ODA notices of accommodation should be provided as early as possible in the semester to avoid any delay in implementation. Note that students must obtain a new letter of accommodation for every semester and must meet with each faculty member prior to implementation in each class. For additional information see the Office of Disability Accommodation website at You may also contact them by phone at 940.565.4323.
Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress (Undergraduates)
A student must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) to continue to receive financial aid. Students must maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA in addition to successfully completing a required number of credit hours based on total registered hours per term. Students cannot exceed attempted credit hours above 150% of their required degree plan. If a student does not maintain the required standards, the student may lose their financial aid eligibility.
If at any point you consider dropping this or any other course, please be advised that the decision to do so may have the potential to affect your current and future financial aid eligibility. Please visit for more information about financial aid Satisfactory Academic Progress. It may be wise for you to schedule a meeting with an academic advisor in your college or visit the Student Financial Aid and Scholarships office to discuss dropping a course being doing so.
Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress (Graduates)
A student must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) to continue to receive financial aid. Students must maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA in addition to successfully completing a required number of credit hours based on total registered hours per term. Students cannot exceed maximum timeframes established based on
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the published length of the graduate program. If a student does not maintain the required standards, the student may lose their financial aid eligibility.
Academic Integrity
Academic Integrity is defined in the UNT Policy on Student Standards for Academic Integrity. Any suspected case of Academic Dishonesty will be handled in accordance with the University Policy and procedures. Possible academic penalties range from a verbal or written admonition to a grade of “F” in the course. Further sanctions may apply to incidents involving major violations. You will find the policy and procedures at:
Student Behavior in the Classroom
Student behavior that interferes with an instructor’s ability to conduct a class or other students’ opportunity to learn is unacceptable and disruptive and will not be tolerated in any instructional forum at UNT. Students engaging in unacceptable behavior will be directed to leave the classroom and the instructor may refer the student to the Center for Student Rights and Responsibilities to consider whether the student’s conduct violated the Code of Student Conduct. The university’s expectations for student conduct apply to all instructional forums, including university and electronic classroom, labs, discussion groups, field trips, etc. The Code of Student Conduct can be found at: