MUC 372 - Instrumental Music Methods, 3 credit hours

Prerequisite(s): EDU 201; MUC 272; PSY 205
The study of methods and materials for teaching instrumental music to students, grade 4 through high school, from a comprehensive musicianship perspective. Includes the beginning instrumentalist, starting and planning the instrumental program, instrument testing, adolescent and late adolescent development, curriculum and planning, repertoire, arranging, improvisation, and technology. Additional focus on performance settings, standard assessment, program administration, specialized learning, adjudicated events, behavior management, recruiting, and public relations.

Supervised clinical and field experiences, 15 hours of field experiences, and lab class required.