COURSE DESCRIPTIONS MUEN 1138. JAZZ COMBO (0-5-1) 5009035526
The Jazz Combo is open to all Del Mar students without audition. The group studies and performs all styles of combo (small band) jazz with a special emphasis on the swing medium. The combo serves as both a performing ensemble in its own right and a training group for the more advanced MWF Jazz Band. This course requires participation in all Jazz Combo performances. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
MUEN 1139. Mixed Chamber Ensemble (0-3-1) 5009035626
Course is designed for advanced musicians who are highly motivated and disciplined. Students are divided into chamber groups (duos, trios, quartets) which perform works from Baroque period through the 21st Century. These groups then meet for a weekly coaching session with a member of the faculty. In addition, groups are expected to rehearse together outside coaching sessions. Instructor approval required. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
MUEN 1141. CONCERT CHOIR (0-6-1) 5009035726
Major choral ensemble for vocal music majors. Open to students from other fields of study. Consists of group instruction and rehearsal emphasizing development and application of basic choral music skills. Concentration on exposure to a variety of styles and languages of standard choral repertoire and the full spectrum of composers and historical periods. Two formal concerts per semester are usually scheduled. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
MUEN 1142. master chorus (0-4-1) 5009035726
Community chorus including college students by enrollment, as well as adult and advanced high school singers by paying a fee. Consists of group instruction and rehearsal emphasizing advanced choral music skills. Concentration on a variety of choral music styles and on programming major choral works with orchestra and instrumental ensembles. Two formal concerts per semester are usually scheduled. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
MUEN 1151. CHAMBER SINGERS (0-4-1) 5009035826
Select vocal ensemble limited in enrollment due to the nature of style and literature chosen. Consists of group instruction and rehearsals on advanced specialized literature such as madrigals, small vocal works, vocal jazz and popular music charts. Two formal concerts per semester, as well as public relations performance opportunities. Enrollment open by audition only to vocal majors first and then to singers from other majors. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
MUEN 1152. SINGER’S THEATER (0-3-1) 5009085226
A presentation of basic techniques in voice projection, stage movement, characterization and acting. Singers prepare and present a program of scenes or complete work from the genres of opera, musical theater and choral music. Prerequisite: Instructor’s approval. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
MUSB - Music Business
MUSB 2355. Legal Aspects of the Entertainment Industry (3-0-3) 50.09
Copyright law and the various agreements used in the entertainment industry. Emphasizes contracts used by music publishers, record companies, artist managers, record producers, film and television producers, and booking agencies. Assessment Levels: R2, E2, M2.
MUSC - Music, Sound Recording Technology
MUSC 1327. AUDIO ENGINEERING I (3-0-3) 10.0203
Overview of the recording studio. Includes an in depth look at the acoustic principles governing sound, basic studio electronics, microphones, cables and connections, mixing board set up and signal flow, aural training, and an overview of mixing and editing. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
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