MUSIC 115
Basic Organ Skills
Music
College of Fine Arts and Communications
Course Description
Class instruction in organ for nonmusic majors.
When Taught
Fall, Winter, Spring
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
2
Fixed
2
Fixed
2
Fixed
0
Title
Repertoire
Learning Outcome
To experience (primarily through listening) a wide range of organ repertoire with three main goals: 1) identify registrational characteristics, 2) identify pieces of interest for future learning, and 3) distinguish between that which might be appropriate for worship and that which is appropriate for concert use.
Title
Hymn Playing
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to prepare and play four-part hymns to a high standard.
Title
Listen
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to listen in both practice and performance for perfect legato, precise releases, and independence of line.
Title
Technique
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to use the standard legato manual and pedal techniques fluently, and to play simple pedal parts in combination with elementary manual parts.
Title
Registration
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to know and apply basic principles of organ registration and construction.
Title
Practice
Learning Outcome
Students will learn to use efficient practice techniques.
