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 Saxophone Playing 4

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Course unit code:
106SX4
Course unit title:
 Saxophone Playing 4
Mode of delivery:
zkouška
Range:
1/T
Type of course unit:
compulsory optional subject
Level of course unit:
magisterský
Year of study
předmět nemá určen ročník studia
Semester when the course unit is delivered
letní
Number of ECTS credits allocated:
1
Garant předmětu:
Jiří HLAVÁČ
Name of lecturer(s):
Jiří HLAVÁČ
Study Objectives:

Studenti se seznámují s možnostmi nástroje, jsou vybírány složitější skladby, pojmenují se problémy s hrou na nástroj a je hledána cesta ke zdokonalení hry.

Mode of delivery:

On-going participation of the students in symphony and opera orchestra auditions.

Prerequisites and co-requisites:

Instrument skills at the level corresponding to the study year and student profile.

Recommended optional programme components

Chamber literature in duets, trios and other combinations of wind, string, keyboard and percussion instruments.

Course contents:

The saxophone is an instrument used in many music groups. This instrument is extensively used in orchestras, solos and other music genres today. This course gradually provides students with all skills and knowledge needed in playing the saxophone. Students receive a complete overview of saxophone issues. They acquire knowledge in playing the instrument as well as a general overview of potential piccolo use. Their educational method view is supported in instruction. An emphasis is placed on the gradual comparison of the differences in playing quality of individual students. The less mature must achieve a level which ensures them professional application of the saxophone. Course literature originates in the more demanding compositions for the instrument, also with piano or orchestra accompaniment. Solo and orchestral solo literature is also studied. At the close of the course all playing issues are reviewed. The overview of orchestral solos is reviewed and saxophone literature in the broadest sense is described.

Study materials:

Instrument solo and chamber literature.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Participation of students in auditions for symphonic and opera orchestras.

Assessment methods and criteria

Evaluation of instrument and orchestra playing, completion of the established repertoire, AKS verification, all concluded with the award of credit.

Language of instruction:
Czech
Work placement(s):

Not established. Instructors use opportunities to observe students in their orchestras.

Course web page:
http://www.hamu.cz/katedry/katedra-dechovych-nastroju
Note:

Instructors manage the alternation of individual orchestra parts according to composer notes.

Schedule for winter semester 2011/2012:
The schedule has not yet been prepared
Schedule for summer semester 2011/2012:
The schedule has not yet been prepared
The subject is a part of the following study plans:
Generated on 2012-6-25
Updates of the above given information can be found on http://studijniplany.amu.cz/en/predmet106SX4.html