MUSP 139 — World Percussion Ensemble II 1 Unit (AA/AS; CSU) 18 lecture hours, 26 lab hours
A course for beginning/intermediate percussionists in the study, rehearsal, and performance percussion ensemble chamber music from Latin American, Middle Eastern and various other ethnic cultures with a focus on the small to medium size (4 - 16) ensemble setting. Students will explore more complex rhythmic and stylistic idiosyncrasies of this group of musical styles in sectional and full ensemble settings, with the intention of public performance. Public performance required.