Biola_Catalog_19201001NA

BIBLE INSTITUTE OF LOS ANGELES

tion, voice leading, practice in harmonization of given basses and melodies, and leads to original work and the writing of Gospel songs and other composi ti ons. T1iis work covers four terms. 6. CONDUCTING Students are given thorough instruction in all vanet1es of rhythm and the best way of beating time for each-both with and without the baton. Each student appears before the class from time to time as a conductor and under the guidance and critici sm of the inst ructor gains actual experience in conducting a choir and congregat ion . 7. NORMAL TRAINING Students are instructed in pedagogical principles as ap­ pli ed to music, and given actual exper ience before the class in teaching the facts of music Theory, Notation and Harmony. This subj ect requires two terms work. 8. VIOLIN AND ORCHESTRAL I NSTRUMENTS An experienced violinist gives instructi on in this important in strument, using the bes t modern methods. Expert instruction is also provided for those desiring instruction on the cornet, trombone and other band and orchestral instruments. XXV. Practical Work As the whole aim of the Institute is to turn out workers, not mere theo~ists, the instruction given in the class room is a t once translated into practice, as a part of the training. Students .are required to attend and assist in missions, street meetings, tent meetings, to visit people in their homes, to conduct adult Bible classes and Sunday school classes, and to engage in various other forms of aggressive Christian work, and always with their eyes open for opportunities for personal work. These assignments are made by the Superintendents, and every student is required to hand in each week a written re- port of their work. . A vyeekly report meeting is held at which the work of the preceding week is surveyed and difficulties discussed . This is one of the most practical, helpful , and inspirational hour!- of the week.

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