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Orchestral Conducting 2 (MUSI90050)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Not available in 2018
Overview
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This subject will examine the differences in style, interpretation and performance practice in orchestral music from Baroque to the present day. Comparisons will be made of various recorded performances, and performance practice of all periods will be researched. An ensemble will be available for students to conduct to ensure that the practical application of the study is understood.
This subject can be taken as a single subject via the Community Access Program, or for credit towards the Master of Music Studies degree. Further information regarding the Community Access Program and Application forms can be accessed via this website - http://www.unimelb.edu.au/community/access/
This subject is taught by Professor John Hopkins.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should have gained:
- An increased appreciation of the concepts of style and sound, types of articulation, bowings, etc. in the main areas of the orchestral repertoire.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should have developed:
- The understanding of the essential concepts of style and interpretation;
- The ability to apply and extend this knowledge.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
A minimum result of 70% in MUSI90003 Orchestral Conducting, or an audition at equivalent level.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Additional details
Attendance and participation in all aspects of the class, and a folio of work associated with performance practice including a summary of the main features considered when preparing selected works (40%); a practical test, rehearsing and performing two contrasting works (60%).
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
Not available in 2018
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
A reading pack with relevant musical examples will be distributed prior to the first class.
- Links to additional information
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 3 November 2022