Course overview
This course builds on the basic conducting skills developed in Foundations of Conducting and provides students with more specific skills and techniques for working with instrumental ensembles (including orchestras) and choirs. The course will enable students to acquire skills in: developing choral tone and diction; expressive conducting; developing a working knowledge of relevant instruments and the human voice; effective rehearsal; working with a variety of musical styles; repertoire and resources study including detailed score study of selected set works. Available to BMus students only except by special permission of the Conservatorium.
Course learning outcomes
- Exhibit conducting and ensemble direction skills that, through accuracy, fluency, expressive awareness, confidence, and an appropriate use of relevant language and terminology, illustrate a maturing ability (well in advance of that required for Foundations of Conducting) to communicate an artistic concept to an orchestra, choir (or other instrumental or choral ensemble) through the use of appropriate gestures and language.
- Exhibit effective rehearsal strategies pertinent to working with instrumental or choral ensembles which arise from independent, imaginative and creative approaches to problem solving (including the use of contemporary technologies) and an understanding of the leadership role of a conductor.
- Manifest a critical understanding of appropriate performance standards and an ability to assess one's own performances and those of fellow musicians
- Exhibit skills in leadership, performance etiquette, confidence, communication and collegial interaction with an instrumental or choral ensemble
- Exhibit curiosity, self-awareness and problem-solving skills that will enable continuous learning and growth
- Demonstrate a maturing understanding of choral, orchestral and other ensemble music through discussion, the written word and through their conducting skills
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 50848
Section WS01
Size 25
Available 24
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