APPLIED PERCUSSION

Fine Arts 111 Times TBA

GORDON COLLEGE

DR. NEIL BOUMPANI

Dr. Neil M. Boumpani

221 Fine Arts Building 678-359-5299

Email: nboumpani@gordonstate.edu

OFFICE HOURS: Office Hours: (subject to change)
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Course Description:

The private, one–on-one study of a musical instrument has long been held as the center of a music major’s musical growth. The applied lessons seek to help each student grow as a performer and in his or her understanding of music.

Lessons and Practice:

Room 111 is the Recording Studio and Marimba room. Non-majors are not to use this room without the permission of Dr. Boumpani. Please be respectful of nearby classes when practicing on loud instruments. You may also use the chorus room when not in use, or take a snare and pad into a practice room.

Text:

Books will be assigned by the teacher and provided by the student within 10 days of instructor notification. These books are not always found in our bookstore due to their specialized nature. They are, however, easily found online. If you have problems finding a text – see Dr. Boumpani immediately. The main mallet and snare drum books are always carried in the bookstore.

Materials:

At least 2 pairs of drum sticks, one pair of medium mallets, assigned books and a 3-ring binder for instructor handouts.

Grading (music majors):

The grading is broken up as follows: (1) 50% of your grade will be based on week to week progress based on your practice as determined by your teacher, 20% on one successful student recital, and (2) 30% will be based on your performance jury at the end of the semester. PRACTICE ELEMENT: If you are not practicing on a regular basis, your grade will be affected. If you fail your applied lessons for any 2 semesters, you will be out of the program.

Grading (non-music majors):

Your grade will be based on your week to week progress on the assigned work. Non-music majors are allowed applied study only at the discretion of the instructor, depending on his schedule.

Grading Scale: A 90 to 100

B 80 to 89

C 70 to 79

D 60 to 69

F Below 60

Any student needing extra help should see me. I am willing to work with any student on a one-to-one basis whenever necessary.

Attendance policies:

Attendance - Attendance is required. Since this is the heart of your music study, PLEASE be on time and at all lessons. If you need to change it, see the instructor ahead of time to work it out.

Academic Honor Code:

Students are expected to uphold the “Student Code of Conduct” in the Gordon College Catalog.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

Title IX

Gordon State College is committed to providing an environment free of all forms of discrimination and sexual harassment, including sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking. If you (or someone you know) has experienced or experiences any of these incidents, know that you are not alone. All faculty members at Gordon State College are mandated reporters. Any student reporting any type of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence or stalking must be made aware that any report made to a faculty member under the provisions of Title IX will be reported to the Title IX Coordinator or a Title IX Deputy Coordinator. If you wish to speak with someone confidentially, you must contact the Counseling and Accessibility Services office, Room 212, Student Life Center. The licensed counselors in the Counseling Office are able to provide confidential support.

Gordon State College does not discriminate against any student on the basis of pregnancy, parenting or related conditions. Students seeking accommodations on the basis of pregnancy, parenting or related conditions should contact Counseling and Accessibility Services regarding the process of documenting pregnancy related issues and being approved for accommodations, including pregnancy related absences as defined under Title IX.

ADA and 504

If you have a documented disability as described by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504, you may be eligible to receive accommodations to assist in programmatic and/or physical accessibility. The Counseling and Accessibility Services office located in the Student Center, Room 212 can assist you in formulating a reasonable accommodation plan and in providing support in developing appropriate accommodations to ensure equal access to all GSC programs and facilities. Course requirements will not be waived, but accommodations may assist you in meeting the requirements. For documentation requirements and for additional information, contact Counseling and Accessibility Services at 678-359-5585.

HB 280

For information regarding House Bill 280, see the University System of Georgia at the following link:  http://www.usg.edu/hb280.