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Spring 2025  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (52788)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Repeat Credit Limit:
8 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person
Class Attributes:
Grade Sort
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/21/2025 - 05/05/2025
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Enrollment Status:
Open (0 of 12 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems. Its principles address how the daily habits in the use of the self (such as sitting, standing, folding/bending, and walking) affect seemingly disparate problems such as stage fright, musculoskeletal pain, playing induced injuries, and computer use injuries. For musicians, the interplay of unconscious habits and the body mechanics of daily use of the self strongly affect tone production and technique. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to greater performance ease and a reduction of chronic aches and pains. More information can be found at: https://www.amsatonline.org
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/52788/1253
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Fall 2024  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (18644)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Repeat Credit Limit:
8 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/03/2024 - 12/11/2024
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 85
Enrollment Status:
Open (6 of 12 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems. Its principles address how the daily habits in the use of the self (such as sitting, standing, folding/bending, and walking) affect seemingly disparate problems such as stage fright, musculoskeletal pain, playing induced injuries, and computer use injuries. For musicians, the interplay of unconscious habits and the body mechanics of daily use of the self strongly affect tone production and technique. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to greater performance ease and a reduction of chronic aches and pains. More information can be found at: https://www.amsatonline.org
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/18644/1249
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Spring 2024  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (53146)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Repeat Credit Limit:
8 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person
Class Attributes:
Grade Sort
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/16/2024 - 04/29/2024
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 95
Enrollment Status:
Open (8 of 12 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems. Its principles address how the daily habits in the use of the self (such as sitting, standing, folding/bending, and walking) affect seemingly disparate problems such as stage fright, musculoskeletal pain, playing induced injuries, and computer use injuries. For musicians, the interplay of unconscious habits and the body mechanics of daily use of the self strongly affect tone production and technique. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to greater performance ease and a reduction of chronic aches and pains. More information can be found at: https://www.amsatonline.org
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/53146/1243
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Fall 2023  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (19044)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Repeat Credit Limit:
8 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/05/2023 - 12/13/2023
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 85
Enrollment Status:
Closed (12 of 12 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems. Its principles address how the daily habits in the use of the self (such as sitting, standing, folding/bending, and walking) affect seemingly disparate problems such as stage fright, musculoskeletal pain, playing induced injuries, and computer use injuries. For musicians, the interplay of unconscious habits and the body mechanics of daily use of the self strongly affect tone production and technique. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to greater performance ease and a reduction of chronic aches and pains. More information can be found at: https://www.amsatonline.org
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/19044/1239
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Spring 2023  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (53552)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Repeat Credit Limit:
8 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person
Class Attributes:
Grade Sort
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/17/2023 - 05/01/2023
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 95
Enrollment Status:
Open (11 of 12 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems. Its principles address how the daily habits in the use of the self (such as sitting, standing, folding/bending, and walking) affect seemingly disparate problems such as stage fright, musculoskeletal pain, playing induced injuries, and computer use injuries. For musicians, the interplay of unconscious habits and the body mechanics of daily use of the self strongly affect tone production and technique. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to greater performance ease and a reduction of chronic aches and pains. More information can be found at: https://www.amsatonline.org
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/53552/1233
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Fall 2022  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (19653)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Repeat Credit Limit:
8 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/06/2022 - 12/14/2022
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 85
Enrollment Status:
Closed (12 of 12 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems. Its principles address how the daily habits in the use of the self (such as sitting, standing, folding/bending, and walking) affect seemingly disparate problems such as stage fright, musculoskeletal pain, playing induced injuries, and computer use injuries. For musicians, the interplay of unconscious habits and the body mechanics of daily use of the self strongly affect tone production and technique. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to greater performance ease and a reduction of chronic aches and pains. More information can be found at: https://www.amsatonline.org
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/19653/1229
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Spring 2022  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (54538)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Repeat Credit Limit:
8 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Class Attributes:
Grade Sort
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/18/2022 - 05/02/2022
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Enrollment Status:
Open (9 of 12 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems. Its principles address how the daily habits in the use of the self (such as sitting, standing, folding/bending, and walking) affect seemingly disparate problems such as stage fright, musculoskeletal pain, playing induced injuries, and computer use injuries. For musicians, the interplay of unconscious habits and the body mechanics of daily use of the self strongly affect tone production and technique. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to greater performance ease and a reduction of chronic aches and pains. More information can be found at: https://www.amsatonline.org
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/54538/1223
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Fall 2021  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (21031)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Repeat Credit Limit:
8 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/07/2021 - 12/15/2021
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 85
Enrollment Status:
Open (10 of 12 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems. Its principles address how the daily habits in the use of the self (such as sitting, standing, folding/bending, and walking) affect seemingly disparate problems such as stage fright, musculoskeletal pain, playing induced injuries, and computer use injuries. For musicians, the interplay of unconscious habits and the body mechanics of daily use of the self strongly affect tone production and technique. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to greater performance ease and a reduction of chronic aches and pains. More information can be found at: https://www.amsatonline.org
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/21031/1219
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Spring 2021  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (50528)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Repeat Credit Limit:
8 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
Completely Online
Class Attributes:
Online Course
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/19/2021 - 05/03/2021
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
Off Campus
UMN REMOTE
Enrollment Status:
Open (7 of 12 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems. Its principles address how the daily habits in the use of the self (such as sitting, standing, folding/bending, and walking) affect seemingly disparate problems such as stage fright, musculoskeletal pain, playing induced injuries, and computer use injuries. For musicians, the interplay of unconscious habits and the body mechanics of daily use of the self strongly affect tone production and technique. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to greater performance ease and a reduction of chronic aches and pains. More information can be found at: https://www.amsatonline.org
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/50528/1213
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Fall 2020  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (15738)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Repeat Credit Limit:
8 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
Completely Online
Class Attributes:
Online Course
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/08/2020 - 12/16/2020
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
Off Campus
UMN REMOTE
Enrollment Status:
Open (11 of 12 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems. Its principles address how the daily habits in the use of the self (such as sitting, standing, folding/bending, and walking) affect seemingly disparate problems such as stage fright, musculoskeletal pain, playing induced injuries, and computer use injuries. For musicians, the interplay of unconscious habits and the body mechanics of daily use of the self strongly affect tone production and technique. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to greater performance ease and a reduction of chronic aches and pains. More information can be found at: https://www.amsatonline.org
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/15738/1209
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Spring 2020  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (54180)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Class Attributes:
Grade Sort
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/21/2020 - 05/04/2020
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Enrollment Status:
Open (11 of 12 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/54180/1203
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Fall 2019  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (19172)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/03/2019 - 12/11/2019
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Enrollment Status:
Closed (12 of 12 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/19172/1199
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Spring 2019  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (54403)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/22/2019 - 05/06/2019
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Enrollment Status:
Open (11 of 12 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/54403/1193
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Fall 2018  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (19522)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/04/2018 - 12/12/2018
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Enrollment Status:
Closed (12 of 12 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/19522/1189
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Spring 2018  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (51238)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/16/2018 - 05/04/2018
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Enrollment Status:
Closed (12 of 12 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/51238/1183
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Fall 2017  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (16530)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/05/2017 - 12/13/2017
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/16530/1179
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Spring 2017  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (51926)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/17/2017 - 05/05/2017
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/51926/1173
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Spring 2017  |  MUS 5150 Section 002: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (70406)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/17/2017 - 05/05/2017
Tue 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/70406/1173
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Fall 2016  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (16946)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
Instructor Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/06/2016 - 12/14/2016
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/16946/1169
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Fall 2016  |  MUS 5150 Section 002: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (37623)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
Instructor Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/06/2016 - 12/14/2016
Tue 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/37623/1169
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Spring 2016  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (57522)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/19/2016 - 05/06/2016
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/57522/1163
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Spring 2016  |  MUS 5150 Section 002: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (71730)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/19/2016 - 05/06/2016
Tue 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/71730/1163
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Fall 2015  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (21739)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
Instructor Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/08/2015 - 12/16/2015
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/21739/1159
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Spring 2015  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (58574)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Class Attributes:
Delivery Medium
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/20/2015 - 05/08/2015
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/58574/1153
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Fall 2014  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (23073)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Class Attributes:
Delivery Medium
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/02/2014 - 12/10/2014
Thu 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/23073/1149
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Spring 2014  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (64206)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Class Attributes:
Delivery Medium
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/21/2014 - 05/09/2014
Tue, Thu 11:15AM - 12:05PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/64206/1143
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Spring 2014  |  MUS 5150 Section 002: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (69726)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/21/2014 - 05/09/2014
Tue, Thu 12:20PM - 01:10PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/69726/1143
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Fall 2013  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (29594)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Class Attributes:
Delivery Medium
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
09/03/2013 - 12/11/2013
Tue 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/29594/1139
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

Spring 2013  |  MUS 5150 Section 001: Body Awareness in Activity: The Alexander Technique for Musicians (60532)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Laboratory
Credits:
2 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Class Attributes:
Delivery Medium
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
01/22/2013 - 05/10/2013
Tue 11:15AM - 12:55PM
UMTC, West Bank
Ferguson Hall 81
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Alexander technique with specific applications to music performance. Emphasis on body/mind awareness to promote technical ease and freedom.
Class Description:
The Alexander Technique is a century-old technique used by musicians and others as a means of solving performance problems and achieving greater potential. For musicians, the interplay of the unconscious habits and body mechanics of daily "use of the self" strongly affect tone production and technical ease. The Alexander Technique provides tools to enhance fundamental coordination leading to improved performance and reduction in stage fright and musculoskeletal pain. The texts used are: "Indirect Procedures--A Musician's Guide to the Alexander Technique" by Pedro de Alcantara; and "Mind and Muscle" by Elizabeth Langford (available on reserve in library). Class discussions will center on assigned readings and each student will be responsible for two short papers on selected portions of the texts. Also open to non-musicians.
Grading:
33% Reports/Papers
33% Attendance
33% Class Participation
Class Format:
10% Lecture
25% Film/Video
25% Discussion
25% Laboratory
15% Demonstration individual work with students
Workload:
40 Pages Reading Per Week
4 Pages Writing Per Term
2 Paper(s)
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/60532/1133
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
28 August 2010

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