MUS 135 - Beginning Hand Drums

2 Credit(s)

Course Description: Provides students hands-on experience with a variety of hand percussion instruments from around the world. Emphasis is on basic techniques and rhythms to facilitate musical performance in a group setting. May be repeated up to four credits.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Demonstrate music skills which will enable the student to attain greater fluency on his or her instrument.
CLO#2: Explain musical symbols and terminology.
CLO#3: Participate as a member of a team by performing as part of a large ensemble.
CLO#4: Explain and demonstrate musical structure in a variety of percussion styles. (ILO: Critical Thinking)

ACTI Code and Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (20) and a standard RCC delivery of (22) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (24) hours per term.