MUS 3440 - Instrumental Methods I

Students will apply various learning theories, behaviorist techniques, and cognitive learning skills to the instrumental music lesson. Administrative skills needed to implement and maintain an instrumental program will be developed. Field experiences in the schools will be central to this course. Elementary and middle school literature will be reviewed and studied. While this course will primarily focus on beginning and middle school instrumental music programs, marching band techniques and arranging will also be studied.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Acceptance into Music Education curriculum.

Credits: 3 hours

When Offered: Fall