Orchestral Parts and Solos for Perucussion Instruments 1

Subject guarantor:

Daniel MIKOLÁŠEK

Name of lecturer(s):

Václav MAZÁČEK, Daniel MIKOLÁŠEK, Pavel POLÍVKA

Learning outcomes of the course unit:

Preparation for orchestra practice and a broad knowledge of orchestra literature. Preparedness for prominent symphony orchestra auditions.

Mode of study:

Combined instruction for students in the same study year.

Prerequisites and co-requisites:

No prerequisites.

Recommended optional programme components:

Attendance at rehearsals and concerts, Recording listenings. Consultations before performers in school orchestra projects and extra-curricular guest performances.

Course contents:

Study of orchestral solos and parts including their inclusion into the score (knowledge of composing with significant percussion instrument parts). Development of aptitude, playing from the page based on the concomitant harmonic and formal analysis. Preparation for symphonic orchestra auditions.

Recommended or required reading:

H. Knauer: Orchestrální studie.

R. Carroll: 7 knih orchestrálních studií.

W. Žira: Orchestrální studie melodických nástrojů.

Complete parts of the studied compositions.

Selections

Planned learning activities and teaching methods:

Study of selected passages, playing from a score (under supervision), recording listenings, comparison of various presentations, playing with a recording.

Assessment methods and criteria:

Active participation during the whole of the evaluation period, literature knowledge, alacrity (Instructor assessment).

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 Bicí nástroje (Bc) (next compulsory subject)