MUCO 3715 01: Beginning Conducting

MUCO 3715 - Beginning Conducting

Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 01, CRN 40145,

Credit hours: 2

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Instructor

Michael Butler

Email: mbutler03@ysu.edu

Public Instructor Information

Instructor Title: Director of Bands
Instructor Professional Qualifications:

  • Ph.D., Music Education & Conducting, University of Florida
  • Master’s, Conducting, University of Florida
  • Bachelor’s, Music Education, Tennessee Technological University

Instructor Office Location: Bliss Hall Room 2210
Instructor Office Phone: 330-941-1832

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Course Description

3715. Beginning Conducting. Conducting techniques for vocal and instrumental groups; experience in conducting through class laboratory situations. Prereq.: MUTC 2631. 2 s.h.

Course Readings

Group Title Author ISBN
Required Basic Conducting David Waybright

The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.  

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How to Succeed in This Course

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Attendance Expectations

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Late Work Submission Policy

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Additional Course Expectations

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Artificial Intelligence Policy Statement

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Schedule of Topics and Assignments

Week of Proposed Topic Due/To Prepare for Class
8/24 Learn and practice conducting Practice and reflect on conducting
8/31 Learn and practice conducting Practice and reflect on conducting
9/7 Learn and practice conducting Practice and reflect on conducting
9/14 Learn and practice conducting Practice and reflect on conducting
9/21 Learn and practice conducting Practice and reflect on conducting
9/28 Learn and practice conducting Practice and reflect on conducting
10/5 Learn and practice conducting Practice and reflect on conducting
10/12 Learn and practice conducting Practice and reflect on conducting
10/19 Learn and practice conducting Practice and reflect on conducting
10/26 Learn and practice conducting Practice and reflect on conducting
11/2 Learn and practice conducting Practice and reflect on conducting
11/9 Learn and practice conducting Practice and reflect on conducting
11/16 Learn and practice conducting Practice and reflect on conducting
11/23 Learn and practice conducting Practice and reflect on conducting
11/30 Learn and practice conducting Practice and reflect on conducting
12/7 Learn and practice conducting Practice and reflect on conducting

The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.