Bassoon Playing 7

Subject guarantor:

František HERMAN, Jiří SEIDL

Name of lecturer(s):

František HERMAN, Jiří SEIDL

Learning outcomes of the course unit:

In this course the perfect mastery of all aspects of bassoon playing is necessary. This covers fingering technique, intonation, rhythm, breath and tone quality. This course expands knowledge in performance and stage performance. The study is oriented towards compositions which are for concert activities which are irreplaceable.

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:

Bassoon 7 accepts only students who, based on the entrance procedure, have no apparent problems playing the instrument, have very good fingering technique, tone quality, intonation and also show a good music concept supported not only by talent but also, knowledge. This talent is understood as unique and therefore is handled during studies to develop into its individualized form. The performance views of the student are compared with those of the professors. If the student does not stray in their views from the foundations then their ideas are left to them. In the opposite case, that idea is worked on so that diversion is brought in line with principles. Part of the instruction is intensive work stage performance, mostly the psychological aspect. A knowledge of the psychology of stage performance is necessary. Study is oriented to compositions which are irreplaceable for concert activities - Mozart, Koželuh. The repertoire also is oriented towards international competitions which are available at the time. The course is devoted to systematic preparations for playing from memory.

Recommended or required reading:

Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus : Koncert B dur, Sonáta B dur

Koželuh,Antonín : Koncert

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 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 Fagot (Mg) (compulsory subject of the main qualification)