Dr. Isaac Lausell - Southern Illinois University

Southern Illinois University Carbondale School of Music Applied Guitar MUS 240T Guitar program head/Lecturer: Dr. Isaac Lausell (OBF 211) (787) 596-4681 [email protected] Guitar Lecturer: Joe Palermo (OBF 214) [email protected]

Credits: 1 to 4 credits Contact hours: Corresponding weekly contact hours plus a 50 minutes studio class Office Hours: by appointment

Course description This course will study the guitar applied to the art of music performance. The class will encompass the study of guitar technique, repertoire and performance strategies according to the level of enrollment. Student learning objectives

1. To learn and reinforce good technique habits that lead to a physical mastery of the instrument and prevent injuries. 2. To develop good practice and study habits. 3. To learn and effectively apply musical interpretation concepts according to the corresponding style and period. 4. To promote artistic and professional values that lead to a successful career. Text and required materials There will be no textbook for this course however many facsimiles of guitar methods and scores between the 16th to 19th century we will be used. Since

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sources are no longer subjected to copyright law they will be shared in class. In

addition to the facsimiles scores, guitar methods and etudes will be used according to an individualized study plan and repertoire to be established by the instructor. The student must always bring to class a portable drive and provide a valid email to share the assigned materials and readings. Student’s are required bring to class the following: 1.) Classical guitar (electric guitar when it corresponds) 1. Required books: 

Library of classics by Jerry Willard

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Lausell’s jazz guitar notebook: jazz works for solo guitar by Isaac Lausell (required for Dr. Lausell’s classes)

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A reference guide for the improvising musician by Isaac Lausell (required for Dr. Lausell’s classes)

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Book I: A new approach to scales for classical guitar by Isaac Lausell

2.) Metronome (cell phone metronome software is also acceptable) 3.) Tuning fork or electronic tuner (cell phone tuning software also acceptable) 4.) Footstool or leg rest (Eiffel, A frame, Ergo play, etc.) 5.) Pencil and a staff paper notebook, computer or tablet for taking notes. 6.) Sapphire nail file, nail clippers and light sandpaper (approximately 1200). Resources 1. Videos 2. Audio recordings 3. Music related software (Guitar Rig, Finale, Sibelius, Logic, Garage Band, Transcribe, The Amazing Slowdowner). 4. Backing tracks (Minus one, Jamey Aebersold and/or other resources for jazz and concerto accompaniment).

Repertoire and required technical skills Music performance majors are required to learn 4 etudes and 3 pieces per semester. Students from music business, open music studies and music minors are required to learn 3 etudes and 2 pieces per semester. At least one of the pieces should be a transcription done by the student of either 4 or 5-course guitar tablature. The repertoire will be selected from the etudes list and the repertoire list (See Appendixes I and II). The following list details the required components for repertoire and technical skills.

Performance majors repertoire outline I. Etudes (choose 3 etudes from the following skills) 1. Melodic etude (scalar, slurs) 2. Right hand etude (arpeggio, tremolo, plucking, etc.) II. Pieces (choose 3, do not choose both a 4 and a 5 course piece) 1. 2. 3. 4.

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III. Technique 1. Scales – Major and Melodic Minor Scales (4 keys per semester with Dr. Lausell’s 1.1 scale formula) 2. Arpeggios 3. Slurs IV. Sight reading 1. Assigned preparatory exercises from Melodic Studies & Compositions for Guitar: A Reading Workout for Serious Musicians 2. Sight reading exercises (unannounced) Music Business, Open studies and Music Minor repertoire outline I. Etudes (one melodic and one right hand etude)

1. Melodic etude (scalar, slurs) 2. Right hand etude (arpeggio, tremolo, picking, etc.) II. Pieces (choose 2, do not choose both a 4 and a 5 course piece) 1. 2. 3. 4.

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III. Technique 1. Scales – Major and Melodic Minor Scales (4 keys per semester with Dr. Lausell’s 1.1 scale formula) 2. Arpeggios – As assigned by the instructor from “Studio per la chitara” and from Carlevaro’s book. 3. Slurs – As assigned by the instructor from Carlevaro’s book and from Pumping Nylon. IV. Sight reading 1. Assigned preparatory exercises including: single line, counterpoint, chord melody. 2. Sight reading exercises (unannounced) Bibliography

1. Lausell, Isaac. Book I: A new approach to scales for classical guitar. San Juan: IL Music, IAAA Press, 2013. 2. Lausell, Isaac. Lausell’s jazz guitar notebook: Repertoire for solo jazz guitar. Carbondale: IAAA Press, 2012. 3. Lausell, Isaac. A reference guide for the improvising musician. San Juan: IAAA Press 2012. 4. Lausell, Isaac. The Sound Matrix: A guide to guitar technique and fretboard harmony. San Juan: IL Music 2005. 5. Cyr, M. (1946) Performing Baroque Music (Portland, Oregon: Amadeus, 1992) 6. Donington, R. (1907-1990) Interpretation of Early Music: New Revised Edition (New York, London: W.W. Norton & Company, 1992) 452, 545

7. Willard, Jerry. The Complete Classical Guitarist. New York: Amsco Publications, 2006. 8. Willard, Jerry. Library of guitar classics. New York. Music sales America, 1998. 9. Carcassi Matteo. Carcassi Classical Guitar Method. New York: Carl Fisher, 1946 10. Giuliani, Mauro. Studio per la chitara di Mauro Giuliani. Viena: Propieta degli Editori. 11. Brower, Leo. Etudes Simples. Schott, New York. 12. Aguado, Dionisio. Nuevo Método para Guitarra. Paris, Schonenberger. Pro d’l Editeur.(Scans de Facsímiles originales). 13. Verdery, Benjamin. 11 Etudes. Quebec: Les Éditions Doberman-Yppan, 2005. 14. Bellow, A. (1970). The Illustrated History of the Guitar. New York: Belwin/Mills. 15. Grusfeld, F. (1969) The Art and Times of the Guitar: an illustrated history of the guitar and guitarists. New York: MacMillan, Inc. 16. Turnbull, H. (1991). The Guitar fron the Renaissance to the Present Day. Westport: The Bold Strummer, Ltd. 17. Viglietti, C. (1976). Origen e Historia de la guitarra. Buenos Aires: Editorial Albatros 18. Wade, G. (2001). A Concise History of the Classic Guitar. Pacific: Mel Bay Publications, Inc.

Course grading The student's grade will consist of the sum of the points earned in the following areas:

1. Daily class (10%) – Students will be evaluated according to their performance in private lessons as well as in the studio class. This portion of the grade will be the sum of the following components: a) Punctuality b) Being prepared for class c) Completing assignments on time d) Attending with class the required materials e) A positive demeanor meaning that the student should be in a positive attitude, engaged, showing interest and making constant progress. 2. Performance exam #1 (15%) – The student will perform the assigned etudes/pieces in the studio class. 3. Technical proficiency exam (10%) – This test will evaluate the following aspects: a) Scales – As assigned by instructor b) Arpeggios – From Giuliani’s 120 right hand studies found in Studio per la chitara and/or from Abel Carlevaro’s 4th book for the left hand. c) Slurs – To choose from Scott Tenant’s Pumping Nylon or from Abel Carlevaro’s 4th book for the left hand. d) Technical dexterity e) Sound production 4. Sight reading exam (10%)– The test is designed to asses the student’s skill in the following areas as it corresponds to his current level in the program: a) Single line reading b) Combine reading of melodic lines with vertical harmonies c) Counterpoint reading d) Continuo skills 5. Performance exam #(15%) – The test will have the same parameters as the Performance exam #1 only with exception that the student will be participating in a departmental recital. 6. Jury (40%)– The student will perform for a jury comprised of members of the strings department. The test will have a technical component (scales), etudes

and pieces as assigned by the instructor at the beginning of the semester. Failure to complete in a satisfactory manner the technical portion of the exam will result in failing the test. Not passing the jury will signify failing the course. Late work policy The student cannot present his exams out of the assigned dates. SIUC Policy on “Incomplete” as a Course Grade The following text is taken from the 2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog, p. 32: An INC is assigned when, for reasons beyond their control, students engaged in passing work are unable to complete all class assignments. An INC must be changed to a completed grade within a time period designated by the instructor but not to exceed one year from the close of the term in which the course was taken, or graduation, whichever occurs first. Should the student fail to complete the course within the time period designated, not to exceed one year, or graduation, whichever comes first, the incomplete will be converted to a grade of F and the grade will be computed in the student's grade point average. Students should not reregister for courses in which an INC has been assigned with the intent of changing the INC grade. Reregistration will not prevent the INC from being changed to an F. Attendance policy The private lesson as well as studio goes hand in hand. The “Studio” time is the lab portion of the guitar lessons course. Attendance policies apply to both as since they are part of the same course. The student is responsible for bringing the required materials to class and be prepared by complying with all assignments. Unexcused absences will not be tolerated. If a student is going to miss a session he must provide a valid excuse. The maximum allowed number of absences is 3. A 4th

absence will cause the student to fail the course. Punctuality is also required. Showing up for class late 3 times will count as an absence. Students observing religious holydays or under medical treatment that will conflict with a session must talk in advance to the instructor to make special arrangements. It is also required to complete fulfill the guidelines stipulated by the School of Music in regard to the concert attendance card. The concert attendance card must be turned with all required stamps at the jury exam as well as the blue repertoire card. Failure to comply with these stipulations will cause the student to fail the course. How to be prepared for class 1. Complete assigned readings on time as assigned. 2. Watch assigned videos and listen to assigned audio tracks. 3. Bring you guitar and be ready to play. 4. Always bring a portable hard drive (USB, external hard drive, flash drive). 5. Always bring a notebook and a pencil to take notes. For the use of laptops and /or tablets read the following policy. 6. Always bring the required nail care products. This will have a direct impact on the quality of your tone. Have with you at all times a sapphire nail file, nail clippers and light sandpaper (approximately 1200).

Disruptive Behavior Policy Laptops and tablet devices will be accepted as a substitute for a notebook to take notes if the student’s use of these does not disrupt the class or is any manner distracting. Under no circumstance these devices shall for any other purpose unless the instructor sees it pertinent to the scholarly discussion at hand. Computers and mobile devices shall not be used in class to place phone calls, send emails, instant messaging, text messages and social networks. The lectures can be recorded as long

as the student asks for permission from the instructor and agrees to not post nor sell the lecture over the Internet or any other medium of mass communication or social network. The student is expected to observe highest standards of conduct in class, as it should someone in a scholarly environment. To ignite a good learning environment the student must maintain a positive attitude, willingness to listen, willingness to learn and to respect his instructor and peers. Statement on Inclusive Excellence – SIUC contains people from all walks of life, from many different cultures and subcultures, and representing all strata of society, nationalities, ethnicities, lifestyles, and affiliations. Learning from and working with people who differ from you is an important part of your education in this class, as well an essential preparation for any career. Statement on Academic Honesty/Plagiarism See the Morris Library Guide on Plagiarism (http://libguides.lib.siu.edu/plagiarism). Statement of SIUC Emergency Procedures SIUC is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for study and work. Because some health and safety circumstances are beyond our control, we ask that you become familiar with the SIUC Emergency Response Plan and Building Emergency Response Team (BERT) program. Emergency response information is available on posters in every building on campus and in the Emergency Response Guideline

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Schedule 

February 11th – Performance exam #1

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Week of February 14th – Technical proficiency exam

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Week of March 24th – Sight reading exam

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May 1st at 4:00 p.m. – Performance exam # 2 (Student Recital, date to be confirmed)

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Week of May 5th – Jury exams (The exact date for the jury exam will be announced)

* Note – These are subject to change by the instructor. Specific dates will be assigned depending on the day the student takes guitar lessons. Resources for additional academic help Those of you who have special needs or disabilities that require some form of accommodation to facilitate the process of learning must contact me as soon as possible. You can also receive assistance through the Office of Disability Support Services (DDS). Contact them at 453-5738 or go to Room 150 at Woody Hall. SIUC email policy Official SIUC Student Email Policy: http://policies.siuc.edu/policies/email.htm SIUC Student Conduct Code: http://policies.siuc.edu/policies/conduct.html. Saluki Cares

The purpose of Saluki Cares is to develop, facilitate and coordinate a universitywide program of care and support for students in any type of distress—physical, emotional, financial, or personal. By working closely with faculty, staff, students and their families, SIUC will continue to display a culture of care and demonstrate to our students and their families strategies and resources. Pedagogical strategies used 

Discovery learning - Jerome Brunner

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100%. In real life applicability of knowledge - Isaac Lausell

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Demonstration

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Audio and video recordings, software and one on one discussions