Double-bassoon Playing 1

Subject guarantor:

František HERMAN, Jiří SEIDL

Name of lecturer(s):

František HERMAN, Jiří SEIDL

Learning outcomes of the course unit:

The Double bassoon is an instrument of many music groups. This course gradually provides students with all skills and knowledge needed for playing the double bassoon. Students are divided according to their abilities. They are introduced to technique of how to play the instrument. Considering that the difference in student playing the instrument may vary greatly, individual instruction paths are chosen. The reason the student wishes to play the instrument is decisive for the course method. Students are introduced to the instrument and its potential. For those who are more proficient on the instrument, easier etudes are used to identify playing issues and the most feasible correction path is found.

Mode of study:

On-going participation 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 of duets, trios and other combinations of wind, string, keyboard and percussion instruments.

Course contents:

The Contrabassoon is a distinctive instrument but exists in many music groups. This instrument is often used in orchestras, solos and other music genres today. This course gradually provides students with all skills and knowledge needed in playing the contrabassoon. Students are divided according to skill. They are introduced to proper playing technique. Considering that the difference in students' playing skills may be great, individual paths of instruction are taken. This individual approach and acceptance of the varying skills is the way to get the less proficient to a good playing level. The view of the student about why they wish to play the contrabassoon is definitive for the course method. Many wish to play the instrument for practical reasons which are often advantageous in auditions for orchestra chairs. Students are introduced to the instrument and its potential. For those who are continuing in playing contrabassoon, easier etudes are used to define their playing issues and a path to the most feasible correction is found.

Recommended or required reading:

F. Herman Orchestrální party 1

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.

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 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 Fagot (Mg) (optional subject)