Christopher K. Reidy

Instructor - Applied Music Instruction

Music

Classes Taught

Spring 2024

MUE108 Percussion Methods I 1 Credits

Practical class with emphasis on techniques of playing and teaching percussion instruments including hand position, rudiments, stick control, and elements of reading rhythms. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
33569
Dobson Campus

Performing Arts Center Instrum

In Person
Lecture/Lab
01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024
TuTh
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Class Started

MUP102CI Private Instruction: Percussion 2 Credits

Private Instruction emphasizing musicianship, literature, technique and performance. Four-course sequence designed for university transfer equivalency. Instruction provided on voice, piano, harpsichord, organ, guitar, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, violin, viola, violoncello, contrabass, bass guitar, percussion, and harp. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27217
Dobson Campus

Instructor Office

Private Instruction
Lecture/Lab
01/16/2024 - 05/10/2024

Class Started

MUP201CI Private Instruction: Percussion 1 Credits

Private Instruction emphasizing developmental improvement of musicianship and technique from an entering skill level. Four-course sequence required of all music majors meeting departmental requirements. Instruction provided on voice, piano, harpsichord, organ, guitar, trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, violin, viola, violoncello, contrabass, bass guitar, percussion, and harp.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MUP151CI.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
29679
Dobson Campus

Instructor Office

Private Instruction
Lecture/Lab
01/13/2024 - 05/10/2024

Class Started

Spring Flex Start 2024

MUP190 Percussion Ensemble 1 Credits

Practical and performance experience in various percussion styles. Percussion literature from a diverse number of world musical traditions. Western European art music, various African traditions, Indian music, Japanese music, Indonesian music, Mexican, Central, and South American music, and percussion compositions from the American Experimental Tradition rehearsed and performed. Concerts presented throughout the semester. Percussion techniques are studied and refined as they relate to the literature performed. Emphasis placed on reading and listening skills, increased aesthetic discrimination. Informed performance practice and skills on all percussion instruments and traditions. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27292
Dobson Campus

Performing Arts Center Instrum

Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
02/02/2024 - 05/10/2024
Fr
2:00 PM - 4:40 PM

Class Started

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Fall Flex Start 2024

MUP190 Percussion Ensemble 1 Credits

Practical and performance experience in various percussion styles. Percussion literature from a diverse number of world musical traditions. Western European art music, various African traditions, Indian music, Japanese music, Indonesian music, Mexican, Central, and South American music, and percussion compositions from the American Experimental Tradition rehearsed and performed. Concerts presented throughout the semester. Percussion techniques are studied and refined as they relate to the literature performed. Emphasis placed on reading and listening skills, increased aesthetic discrimination. Informed performance practice and skills on all percussion instruments and traditions. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14021
Dobson Campus

TBA

In Person
Lecture/Lab
09/06/2024 - 12/13/2024
Fr
2:00 PM - 4:40 PM

Open

10 of 10
Seats Available

Notes: Class 14021 Students may contact instructor at: christopher.reidy@mesacc.edu

Class 14021 This course is for any/all percussion players in concert band (MUP162) which meets at the normal band time. For more information contact Rob Hunter at Robert.hunter@mesacc.edu or call 480-461-7884

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