Course Syllabus

Course Information
MUSI4345.001 Music Performance III FALL 2010
Wednesday 4:00 – 6:45 JO Performance Hall (JO2.604)

Professor Contact Information

Voice: Kathryn Evans Office JO4.902 Phone: 972-883-2828

email kcevans@utdallas.edu (preferred method of contact)
I am available by appointment only.

Accompanist: Michael McVay Office JO1.206 Phone: 972-883-2764

email michaelmcvay@att.net

Course Pre-requisites, Co-requisites, and/or Other Restrictions

Admission to Music Performance III is by audition only. Students must have prior experience in
performance and pass the audition with their area instructor.

Course Description
WELCOME TO MUSIC PERFORMANCE III!
This course is intended for the advanced music student to study with a music faculty member on a one-on-
one basis.

ATTENDANCE POLICY
Attendance is the most important part of this class. No unexcused absences will be allowed. The
only legitimate excused absences are illness (with a doctor’s note) or death in the family (with written
proof) or religious holydays in accordance with University policy set below. Please arrange the rest of your
schedule accordingly. Every unexcused absence will drop you ½ of a letter grade.

Students will meet with the area instructor on a weekly basis and/or attend a UTD music ensemble or class.
Times will be arranged with the area instructor.

Students will attend the following Faculty at Five concerts - these are all at 5 pm during our class time

Dream Collectors (Winston Stone) “For Every Action” September 1

Music of Issac Albeniz (Kathryn Evans) October 13
Tango to Django (Mary Medrick) November 17

If students cannot attend any of these concerts due to illness, they may attend another UTD season concert
to replace the assigned concert.

Students will attend additional concerts as assigned by their area coordinator.

Students will participate in monthly master classes.

Student will perform on the Fall Arts Festival in December. Exact times will be announced.

Additional or alternate requirements will be determined by the area instructor. These assignments will be
appended to this syllabus.

SCHEDULE OF MASTER CLASSES

Monthly master classes will be held in the Performance Hall on the following Wednesdays at 4:00 pm:
October 6, November 3 and December 1
Students will perform one piece for the class and also do a short oral presentation on their piece.

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WRITTEN WORK
Students will write a 2 page concert report on each of the concerts based on a standard rubric.
Students will write a short essay based on a performance technique book (to be assigned by the
area instructor).

Student Learning Objectives/Outcomes

Students will demonstrate understanding of music terminology and notational practices.
Students will master the basics of vocal/instrumental techniques, appropriate to their instruments.
Students will demonstrate understanding of the stylistic elements of musical interpretation and
employ them in their performance of advanced-level repertoire.

Required Textbooks and Materials

First semester students: The Musician's Way: A Guide to Practice, Performance, and Wellness by
Gerald Klickstein. Second and third semester students will be given alternate assignments.

Academic Calendar

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

Last day to drop a class without a W Friday, September 3
WP or WF withdraw period begins Thursday, September 16
Last day to withdraw with WP/WF Monday, October 25
(After this time, any withdrawal requires approval and lots of signatures)
Last Day of Class Monday, December 6

Grading Policy
Grades are based on the following:
Attendance at lessons 40%
Concert reviews 10%
Master class participation and oral report 30%
Written work 20%

Course & Instructor Policies

I follow all University policies and procedures as listed below. Absences will be excused for only the
following and with the following documentation. Notification of absences MUST BE IN WRITING. All
other absences are unexcused and will affect your course grade. Pleased keep me informed of any
circumstances that will impair your ability to sing.
Illness Doctor’s Note
UTD Activity Letter from faculty member/coach/club advisor
Family emergency Letter from student with explanation (ie death in the family)
Religious holy days as determined by the University policy listed below.

University Policies

I follow all University Policies for Field Trips, Student Conduct & Discipline, Academic Integrity, Email
Use, Withdrawal from Class, Student Grievances, Incomplete Grades, Disability Services, and Religious
Holy Days. These policies are listed on the UT Dallas website at http://go.utdallas.edu/syllabus-policies

All assignments, descriptions and timelines are subject to change at the discretion of the
Professor.

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