MUSIC 160C: Stanford Baroque Soloists
Elite string group focusing on concerti by Corelli, Vivaldi and other Italians, Bach, Handel and other Germans, as well as theater music by Purcell and Lully. Each member expected to solo as well as play backup. Performances each quarter, played standing, student-led without conductor. Coaching will emphasize leadership and ensemble techniques, intonation and blend, particulars of eighteenth century notation and performance practice. Modern instruments, modern pitch, baroque bows as available. Limited to six violins, three violas, three cellos, bass, admission by audition. Contact instructor for audition and enrollment information: mailto:1martinagel@earthlink.net
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
| UG Reqs: WAY-CE
| Repeatable
12 times
(up to 12 units total)
Instructors:
Martin, A. (PI)
MUSIC 160D: Stanford Chinese Music Ensemble
A performing ensemble presenting traditional Chinese music on a variety of traditional Chinese instruments. Promotes awareness of Chinese culture by by introducing the greater Stanford community to a unique style of music. Anyone with an interest in learning and playing Chinese music on Chinese instruments is welcome to join .
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
15 times
(up to 15 units total)
Instructors:
Cai, J. (PI)
MUSIC 160S: Summer Orchestra
50- to 100-member ensemble performing major orchestral works. May be repeated for credit.
Terms: Sum
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors:
Wittstruck, A. (PI)
MUSIC 161A: Stanford Wind Ensemble
40- to 50-member ensemble performing transcriptions of symphonic music, brass band music, and repertoire composed specifically for symphonic band. One concert per quarter. May be repeated for credit a total of 14 times.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
| UG Reqs: WAY-CE
| Repeatable
15 times
(up to 15 units total)
Instructors:
Aquilanti, G. (PI)
MUSIC 161B: Jazz Orchestra
Jazz Orchestra is an undergraduate large ensemble performance class. Admission is by audition and/or permission of instructor. The class meets three times per week and presents a minimum of one formal concert per quarter with a major jazz artist. The class endeavors to provide students with the opportunity to perform, at the highest level, jazz compositions and arrangements of a serious nature, and provide opportunities for challenging and creative improvisational situations. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of the structural, psychological, and emotional components of the materials studied and performed.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
| UG Reqs: WAY-CE
| Repeatable
15 times
(up to 15 units total)
Instructors:
Berry, F. (PI)
MUSIC 161C: Red Vest Band
A small ensemble of the Leland Stanford Junior University Marching Band open to members of the LSJUMB by audition and consent of instructor. Members perform at all men's and women's home basketball games and travel to some away and post-season games. Twice-weekly rehearsals focus on introduction of new student arrangements and the LSJUMB's repertoire of rock, funk, and traditional styles. May be repeated for credit a total of 7 times.
Terms: Win, Spr
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
8 times
(up to 8 units total)
Instructors:
Aquilanti, G. (PI)
MUSIC 161D: Stanford Brass Ensemble
Performance of works for full brass choir and for smaller ensembles of brass instruments. Once weekly rehearsals. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: audition and consent of instructor.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
| UG Reqs: WAY-CE
| Repeatable
15 times
(up to 15 units total)
Instructors:
Kenley, M. (PI)
MUSIC 161E: Stanford Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra
Ensemble dedicated to the performance, interpretation and study of Afro-Latin music and its fusion with North American jazz. Repertoire includes the music of Brazil, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Peru and Argentina, as well as the United States. Idioms studied include Latin Jazz, Danzon, Son Montuno, Samba, Bossa, Traditional and Modern Salsa, Timba, Lando, and Candombe. African roots of the music are also presented including songs and rhythms from the Lucumi and Arara traditions. Focus is placed on learning rhythms, associated syncopations and also clave phrasing.n nOne weekly rehearsal and a concert are required per quarter. Other playing opportunities available at the discretion of the group. Regular openings for brass/wind players, drummers, percussionists, pianists, bassists, and vocalists. Guest openings on violin, guitar and vibraphone. Inclusion of other instruments at the discretion of the director.n nMembers should have basic reading ability and some related ensemble experience (e.g, jazz band). Ability to read and play complex syncopations are mandatory. Percussionists with experience in bongo, congas, timbales and pandeiro desired. Vocalists with fluency or exposure to Spanish and/or Portuguese also preferred. May be repeat for credit
Terms: Spr
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors:
Low, M. (PI)
MUSIC 162: Symphonic Chorus
180- to 200-voice choral ensemble, performing major choral masterworks with orchestra. One concert per quarter. May be repeated for credit a total of 14 times.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
| UG Reqs: WAY-CE
| Repeatable
15 times
(up to 15 units total)
MUSIC 163: Memorial Church Choir
Official choir of Memorial Church, furnishing music for Sunday services and special occasions in the church calendar. May be repeated for credit a total of 14 times.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
| UG Reqs: WAY-CE
| Repeatable
15 times
(up to 15 units total)
Instructors:
Morgan, R. (PI)
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