Faculty: Fine Arts This major focuses on the study and performance of bow instruments, specifically string instruments played with a bow, such as the violin, viola, cello, and double bass. Students explore key areas such as instrumental technique, music theory, music history, ensemble performance, and pedagogy. The program emphasizes performance skills, musical analysis, and the understanding of historical and cultural contexts. Graduates are prepared for careers in music performance, education, composition, and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Develop advanced performance skills on bow instruments. - Understand music theory and analysis. - Learn the history and cultural context of bow instrument music. - Develop ensemble performance and collaboration skills. - Explore pedagogical techniques for teaching bow instruments. - Analyze and interpret musical compositions. - Develop a deep appreciation and understanding of music. **Major Outline:** 1. **Instrumental Technique** - Advanced techniques for playing bow instruments. - Private lessons and masterclasses with renowned musicians. 2. **Music Theory** - Fundamentals of music theory, including harmony, counterpoint, and form. - Techniques for analyzing musical compositions. 3. **Music History** - Overview of music history, focusing on the development of bow instrument music. - Cultural and historical context of major musical periods. 4. **Ensemble Performance** - Participation in orchestras, chamber ensembles, and other performance groups. - Techniques for collaborative music-making and ensemble leadership. 5. **Pedagogy** - Principles of teaching bow instruments. - Techniques for effective instruction and curriculum development. 6. **Musical Analysis** - Advanced techniques for analyzing and interpreting musical compositions. - Exploration of different analytical methods and theories. 7. **Performance Practice** - Principles of performance practice, including stage presence, interpretation, and audience engagement. - Techniques for preparing and delivering polished performances. 8. **Capstone Project** - Comprehensive project, such as a recital, composition, or research paper, demonstrating advanced skills and knowledge. **Assessment Methods:** - Performance evaluations, music theory exams, music history papers, ensemble performances, pedagogical demonstrations, musical analyses, capstone projects, and recitals. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "The Study of Orchestration" by Samuel Adler. - "Music Theory: The Complete Musician" by Steven G. Laitz. - "A History of Western Music" by J. Peter Burkholder, Donald Jay Grout, and Claude V. Palisca. - "String Pedagogy" by various authors. - "The Analysis of Music" by various authors. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of music theory and performance skills on a bow instrument. Suitable for students interested in music performance, education, and composition. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, performances, and projects. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Music with a focus on Bow Instruments and pursue professional certifications in music education, performance, or related fields. **Target Audience:** Aspiring musicians, music educators, composers, and professionals seeking to specialize in bow instruments and music performance. This major equips students with the performance, analytical, and pedagogical skills needed to excel in music, supporting careers in music performance, education, composition, and related fields.