MUSI 261B - World Music Ensemble II

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    Prerequisite
    MUSI 261A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    World Music Ensemble II is a performance ensemble that exposes students to a variety of world music traditions, including those found in Uganda (East Africa), Ghana (West Africa), Zaïre (Central Africa), and Brazil (South America). Students learn intermediate drumming techniques on a variety of percussion instruments with sticks and hands, intermediate traditional rhythms, learn to sing traditional vocal pieces in foreign languages, and learn traditional intermediate xylophone repertoire. Repertoire is learned through oral tradition and alternative notation. There is no prior experience or audition required. This course is open to all students who have an interest in music.