Opera Conducting Theory 1

Subject guarantor:

Norbert BAXA, František BABICKÝ

Name of lecturer(s):

Norbert BAXA, František BABICKÝ

Learning outcomes of the course unit:

The course task is to acquaint students with the typical style elements of an opera work, unity of all components participant in opera performance, conducting methods for individual opera ensemble elements, the plan and procedure of study. Conductor collaboration with the director and artistic designer. Organizing conducting work in opera operations.

Mode of study:

Instruction

Prerequisites and co-requisites:

None

Recommended optional programme components:

None

Course contents:

Acquaintance with opera interpretation issues such as th music-drama form. Theory instructions for working with an opera ensemble and the activites of the conductor in opera operations.

Recommended or required reading:

Significant style elements of opera works. Unity of all components attendant in Opera performance. Conductor methods with individual elements of an opera ensemble. Study planning and procedures. Conductor cooperation with the director and set designer. Conductor organization in opera operation.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods:

lectures

Assessment methods and criteria:

Simulated analysis of subsequent orchestra rehearsals. Preparations for opera performances. Credit.

Course web page:

Note:

None

Schedule for winter semester 2013/2014:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

Schedule for summer semester 2013/2014:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

The subject is a part of the following study plans:

• Obor Dirigování (Mg) (next compulsory subject)