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MUS 250 Introduction to Conducting

A study of fundamental gesture, technique, and score preparation. Additional focus is given to oral communication and writing related to the art of conducting and self-evaluation.

MUED 353 Conducting: Instrumental

A study of advanced gesture technique as applied to instrumental rehearsal and performance. Additional attention is given to rehearsal techniques, score study, accompaniment, and performance practice.

MUED 384 Middle and High School Marching Band Methods

This course examines the high school and middle school marching band program. Included are studies in marching philosophies, program organization, administration and student recruitment and retention. Students experience marching band instrumentation, unique marching equipment, field topography, terminology, marching drill charting tools and basic drill drawing. This class included a practicum with a local high school marching band.

MUED 390 Middle School and High School Concert Band Methods

This course explores formal wind ensembles including types, styles and instrumentation. Instrument transposition, maintenance and repair are studied as well as traditional set up, seating arrangements and ensemble voicings. Middle and high school band literature are studied, rehearsed and conducted with Luther ensembles.

MUS 300 Symphonic Band

Symphonic Band is a newly formed ensemble open to all students on campus. Membership in the ensemble does require a chair-placement assessment, which will occur at the beginning of the semester. In addition to a Family Weekend performance, the Symphonic Band enjoys regular concerts and special performances throughout the academic year.

MUS 300 Concert Band

The Luther College Concert Band was formed in 1878, laying the foundation for what would become the college's long-standing tradition of musical excellence. Concert Band is now one of the oldest touring organizations in the nation and ranks among the country's outstanding undergraduate college bands.