Course overview
This course provides the opportunity to participate in specialist ensembles, both large and small, that cater for each student's instrument/voice and career goals. The course also offers components which can enhance professional skills, depending on the student's instrument/voice. Ensemble rehearsal and performance focusses on the skills of reading, listening, intonation, blend, articulation, individual sound, improvisation and, stylistic interpretation within the ensemble context. Through involvement in rehearsals in which students gain experience with professional ensemble directors, students will develop effective practising strategies, rehearsal discipline and creative approaches to problem solving. Students will gain an understanding of the importance of teamwork, an awareness of professional standards and expectations, and be given opportunities to build effective working relationships with colleagues. Central to the course is a focus on professional standards and expectations. Students will undertake two components, to be determined on the outcome of ensemble auditions. The components typically available are: Elder Conservatorium Chamber Orchestra, Elder Conservatorium Symphony Orchestra, Elder Conservatorium Wind Orchestra, Guitar Ensemble, Jazz Big Band, Latin Ensemble, Rhythm & Reading Ensemble, Small Jazz Ensemble, Elder Conservatorium Chorale (SATB choir), Bella Voce (female choir), Jazz Vocal Ensemble, Chamber Music, Accompanying, and Music Journalism.
Course learning outcomes
- Demonstrate functional musical skills that display accuracy, fluency, advanced technical skill and a developing expressive sense in the ensemble context
- Exhibit effective practising strategies, rehearsal discipline, an understanding of the importance of active listening, responsiveness and teamwork which shows sensitivity to the performance of colleagues with evidence of effective working relationships
- Manifest a developing awareness of professional standards and expectations in ensemble music-making and related aspects
- Apply creative and innovative solutions collectively and personallyExhibit developing skills in rehearsal planning, management and ensemble leadership and direction
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 50867
Section RH01
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50866
Section RH02
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50865
Section RH03
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50864
Section RH04
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50863
Section RH05
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50862
Section RH06
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50861
Section RH07
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50860
Section RH08
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50859
Section RH09
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50858
Section RH10
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50857
Section RH11
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50856
Section RH12
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50855
Section RH13
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50854
Section RH14
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50853
Section RH15
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50852
Section RH16
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50851
Section RH18
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50850
Section RH19
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50849
Section RH20
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 58817
Section RH21
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 58816
Section RH22
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 58815
Section RH23
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 58826
Section RH24
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50886
Section WS01
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50885
Section WS02
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50884
Section WS03
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50883
Section WS04
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50882
Section WS05
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50881
Section WS06
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50880
Section WS07
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50879
Section WS08
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50878
Section WS09
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50877
Section WS10
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50876
Section WS11
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50875
Section WS12
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50874
Section WS13
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50873
Section WS14
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50872
Section WS15
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50871
Section WS16
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50870
Section WS18
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50869
Section WS19
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 50868
Section WS20
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 58820
Section WS21
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 58819
Section WS22
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 58818
Section WS23
Size 2
Available 2
Class number 58827
Section WS24
Size 2
Available 2
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