Students must attend at least three unamplified concert performances and write evaluations of their experiences. Concert evaluations make up 20% of the final grade and allow students to practice active listening skills. Reviews should be typed using the provided form and will be graded based on content and writing quality. Students are encouraged to attend concerts throughout the semester and submit reviews immediately after to document their experiences.

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Concert Experience
The primary goal of this course is to develop active listening (as opposed to passive listening). That is, students are to cognitively
and emotionally engage in listening to music at a concert. Concert evaluations are a way of documenting your experiences and
practicing this skill.
Every student must attend at least three performances of unamplified concert music and write an evaluation of the experience.
Concerts are listed in the Arts & Ideas calendar as well as on the Department of Music website. All concerts not listed on these
calendars must be pre-approved—Contact Prof. Manchester.
Please note that videotapes are not typically acceptable substitutes for live concerts, but students with disabilities that limit travel to
concerts may petition the instructor for an exception. Concert attendance is very important.
Concert Evaluations constitute 20% of students final grade (each weighted evenly).
Due Date: Concert Reviews are not due until the end of the semester (see the timetable for
due dates)
Students are encouraged to attend concerts throughout the semester and immediately write their evaluation using the attached form.
If you have any questions, please contact Prof. Manchester.
Reviews must be typed into the Concert Review Form <concertreviewform.doc> available on blackboard.
Important: Your review will be graded on content and form. If you need help with writing, please visit the Writing Center! Information
about the writing center can be found in the Blackboard shell for this course. You can use the writing rubric in this course for
guidance as to how you will earn your grade.