Course

Fusion Band II

Faculty
Language, Literature & Performing Arts
Department
Music
Course code
MUSC 1277
Credits
1.50
Semester length
15 weeks
Max class size
10
Method(s) of instruction
Tutorial
Course designation
None
Industry designation
None
Typically offered
To be determined

Overview

Course description
Designed primarily for students in the Music Technology Diploma Program, this course provides an opportunity for students to rehearse and perform together in a technologically mediated context. Students will be placed into ensembles of varying sizes and instrumentation, and will rehearse independently as well as receiving instruction. All ensembles will perform.
Course content
  • Cooperation in rehearsal - collaborating to identify and agree upon matters of tempo, dynamics, intonation, articulation, phrasing and interpretation, etc.
  • Ensemble listening skills - hearing oneself within the group setting, relating aurally/musically to others in the ensemble
  • Leadership skills
  • Non-verbal communication during performance
  • Management of performances issues
  • Effective use of technology to create sounds and mix appropriate volume balances during rehearsals and live performance
Learning activities

Students will be placed into ensembles of varying instrumentation, including voice.  Aided by the instructor, students will evaluate rehearsals and the final performance to identify the strengths and weaknesses and explore strategies for improvement. 

Means of assessment

Assessment will be based on course objectives and will be carried out in accordance with the Douglas College Evaluation Policy. Instructors may use a student’s record of attendance and/or level of active participation in a course as part of the student’s graded performance. Where this occurs, expectations and grade calculations regarding class attendance and participation must be clearly defined in the Instructor Course Outline.

*Assigned Preparation Tasks (minimum of four) 30%
Music Creation 20%
** Professionalism 20%
Self-reflection 10%
Final Performance and Soundcheck 10%
 ***Attendance 10%

* These can include but are not limited to learning assigned excerpts, preparing technology, preparing backing tracks, and reviewing and evaluating rehearsal recordings.

** Professionalism is assessed on taking responsibility for meeting deadlines, constructive and considerate inter-personal communication, respectful in-class conduct, contribution to class discussion and group work. Grades are moderated by the instructor’s evaluation of the student’s readiness, attentiveness and effort during rehearsals, and contribution to the ensemble. 

*** Consistent attendance and punctuality are required.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate an increased understanding of rehearsal and performance issues;
  • Listen to one another to collaborate effectively;
  • Negotiate balance and dynamics within the ensemble;
  • Identify and troubleshoot problems related to music technology; 
  • Promote respectful interactions between technical personnel and musicians;
  • Contribute appropriately to an effective soundcheck;
  • Contribute creatively to a musical group.

 

Textbook materials

Instructors will provide materials for the course, or will provide a list of materials to be purchased.

Requisites

Course Guidelines

Course Guidelines for previous years are viewable by selecting the version desired. If you took this course and do not see a listing for the starting semester / year of the course, consider the previous version as the applicable version.

(Current)

Course Transfers to Other Institutions

Below are current transfer agreements from Douglas College to other institutions for the current course guidelines only. For a full list of transfer details and archived courses, please see the BC Transfer Guide.

Institution Transfer details for MUSC 1277
Coast Mountain College (CMTN) No credit
College of the Rockies (COTR) No credit
Coquitlam College (COQU) No credit
Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) KPU MUSI 1XXX (1.5)
Northern Lights College (NLC) No credit
Simon Fraser University (SFU) SFU CA 1XX (1)
University of British Columbia - Okanagan (UBCO) No credit
University of British Columbia - Vancouver (UBCV) No credit
University of Northern BC (UNBC) No credit
University of Victoria (UVIC) UVIC MUS 1XX (0.5)
Vancouver Island University (VIU) Individual audition required

Course Offerings

Winter 2026

CRN Days Instructor Status
Maximum seats
10
Currently enrolled
0
Remaining seats:
10
On waitlist
0
Building
New Westminster - North Bldg.
Room
N3100
Times:
Start Time
16:30
-
End Time
18:20
Section notes

Registration for this course requires the successful completion of MUSC 1177. The status of the course will show as FULL until after all MTD students have been placed.

CRN Days Instructor Status
Maximum seats
10
Currently enrolled
0
Remaining seats:
10
On waitlist
0
Building
New Westminster - North Bldg.
Room
N3100
Times:
Start Time
17:30
-
End Time
19:20
Section notes

Registration for this course requires the successful completion of MUSC 1177. The status of the course will show as FULL until after all MTD students have been placed.

CRN Days Instructor Status
Maximum seats
10
Currently enrolled
0
Remaining seats:
10
On waitlist
0
Building
New Westminster - North Bldg.
Room
N3100
Times:
Start Time
18:30
-
End Time
20:20
Section notes

Registration for this course requires the successful completion of MUSC 1177. The status of the course will show as FULL until after all MTD students have been placed.

CRN Days Instructor Status
Maximum seats
10
Currently enrolled
0
Remaining seats:
10
On waitlist
0
Building
New Westminster - North Bldg.
Room
N3100
Times:
Start Time
18:30
-
End Time
20:20
Section notes

MUSC 1277 051 - Music Technology students have registration priority. Non-program students, please contact the Music Technology Coordinator.

CRN Days Instructor Status
Maximum seats
10
Currently enrolled
0
Remaining seats:
10
On waitlist
0
Building
New Westminster - North Bldg.
Room
N3100
Times:
Start Time
18:30
-
End Time
20:20
Section notes

MUSC 1277 052 - Music Technology students have registration priority. Non-program students, please contact the Music Technology Coordinator.