Opera Conducting, Opera Studio Work 1

Subject guarantor:

Name of lecturer(s):

Norbert BAXA, František BABICKÝ, Leoš SVÁROVSKÝ, Josef KUCHINKA

Learning outcomes of the course unit:

The course aim is the adoption of practical experience and skills in working with an opera ensemble in all preparation phases of an opera staging. The specifics of the study with individual opera ensemble elements. Application of interpretation intentions in collaborating with other directors (director, designer, choreographer).

Mode of study:

contact instruction

Prerequisites and co-requisites:

none

Recommended optional programme components:

Attendance at opera reherasals and performances.

Course contents:

The adoption of practical experience and skills in working with an opera ensemble in all preparation phases of an opera staging. The specifics of the study with individual opera ensemble elements. Application of interpretation intentions in collaborating with other directors (director, designer, choreographer).

Recommended or required reading:

Operas are selected according to the dramaturgic plan of Opera Studies and contain works with various stylistic periods and casting (from chamber opera to works requiring large casts, soloists, orchestras and choirs).

Planned learning activities and teaching methods:

none

Assessment methods and criteria:

Instructor and student attendance at opera performances and subsequent evaluation in class. Credit.

Course web page:

Note:

none

Schedule for winter semester 2012/2013:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

Schedule for summer semester 2012/2013:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

The subject is a part of the following study plans:

• Obor Dirigování (Mg) (compulsory subject of the main qualification)