PERFORMANCE STUDIES 1:2

PERFORMANCE STUDIES 1:2
Course Code
CR 2044
Credit Points
30
Course Coordinator
Dr P J Stollery

Pre-requisites

CR 1504 or equivalent.

Overview

In Main Study and Additional Study, students will work throughout the year on a one-to-one basis with a specialist instrumental/vocal instructor, as well as participating in and attending workshops and masterclasses. Rehearsing and Directing skills are enhanced through working both in and with Ensemble 1 groups, which consist of University Music organised activities such as Cantores ad Portam, String Quartets, Contemporary Ensemble. Keyboard skills will include exercises in figured bass and harmonisation, sight- and score-reading, transposition and improvisation. Ensemble 2 requires attendance at one of the following University Music organised activities - University Symphony Orchestra, University Choral Society, University Concert Band, University String Ensemble and Chapel Choir.

Structure

15 hours tuition, 1 hour per week (rehearsing and directing), 2 hours per week (keyboard skills), ensembles.

Assessment

Examination (30%) and in-course assessment (70%).