Knowing Instrumental Classroom Teaching

How to develop quality instrumental music programs.

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About This Course

Course Name/Code: Knowing Instrumental Classroom Teaching, SEMU 360
Catalog Description: An online course in which Instrumental Music Education majors learn principles and strategies for developing a well-balanced, quality PreK-12 school instrumental program. These include developing various classroom issues such as rehearsal techniques, literature selection, scheduling, festivals, funding, facilities, and other topics.
Credits/Hours: 1

Instructors and Texts

Instructors Who Teach This Course: Dr. Rick Townsend
Required Text(s) Students must purchase and possess the required text(s) by the first day of class. Order early:

  • Cooper, Lynn. Teaching Band and Orchestra: Methods and Materials. GIA Publications, 2004.
    • ISBN-13: 978-1579992750
  • Rush, Scott. Habits of a Successful Band Director: Pitfalls and Solutions. GIA Publications, 2006.
    • ISBN-13: 978-1579995706