Methods and Materials for Marching Band

ME-385

This course presents an overview of basic marching band techniques. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the following: the field commands necessary for marching and maneuvering; the color-guard techniques used in the contemporary marching arts; the ability to create, read, and teach field drills; essential pedagogy for teaching marching woodwinds, brass, and percussion; and the numerous administrative and leadership skills necessary to run a successful high school program in the marching arts.

 

Credits
2
Prerequisites
None
Required Of
None
Electable By
MUED majors
Major Elective for
Music Education
Semesters Offered
Fall Only
Location
Boston
Department
MUED
Course Chair
Cecil Adderley
Taught By
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