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MUS 103 - Chorus III


Class: 0 Lab: 3 Credits: 1
This course includes the study and performance of selected choral music. 

Course Topics:
  • Basics of singing: posture, vowels, breathing
  • Rudimentary elements of sight-singing, rhythms, and phrasing
  • Common rehearsal techniques within a vocal ensemble
  • Practice and perform a variety of styles within the choral genre
  • The influence of culture on the choral genre and singing styles

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn Web site
Required Materials:
  • Music supplies (instructor will provide a list of required supplies the first day of class)
  • Additional supplies may be suggested by instructor over the course of the semester

Grading System:
A grade of “C” or higher is required for transferability.

A 90 - 100
B 80 - 89
C 70 - 79
D 60 - 69
F 0 - 59


Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. Demonstrate knowledge about the basics of singing such as correct posture, diction, and breathing techniques
  2. Apply rudimentary elements of sight-singing, rhythms, and phrasing
  3. Demonstrate knowledge about common rehearsal techniques within a large vocal ensemble
  4. Perform music using proper breath control, musical phrasing, and artistic interpretations
  5. Practice and perform a variety of styles within the choral genre
  6. Apply knowledge of the influence of culture on the choral genre and singing styles. 

For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Policies that include:

  • Required materials for all online courses
  • Mandatory Attendance Requirement
  • Proctored Exams

Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard SCC Course Polices on the following topics:

  • Academic Integrity
  • Academic Misconduct
  • Add/Drop period
  • Appeals Process
  • Class Attendance
  • Classroom Behavior (traditional and online)
  • Classroom Conduct/Expectations
  • Lab Procedures (general SCC policy regarding this)
  • Online Confidentiality
  • Services For Students with Disabilities
  • Withdrawal Policy



Official Course Syllabus
2021-2022