Ensemble Play 1

Subject guarantor:

Jaromír HONZÁK

Name of lecturer(s):

Jaromír HONZÁK, František KOP, Jiří SLAVÍČEK

Learning outcomes of the course unit:

The study aim is to acquire and expand abilities and habits needed for interacting with other musicians in a group. Emphasis is placed on flexibility and ability to support, through one's playing, the overall sound. Students learn to play in various ensembles for various styles.

Mode of study:

Playing in various types of ensembles.

Prerequisites and co-requisites:

Individual listenings of music from various periods in Jazz history, with varying instrumentation and style ideas. Instrument practice.

Recommended optional programme components:

none

Course contents:

Students, throughout the year, alternate in playing in some ensembles with various style focuses. The work of each ensemble, at the end of each period, is concluded with a public concert.

Recommended or required reading:

none

Planned learning activities and teaching methods:

Playing in a Jazz ensemble under the guidance of the instructor.

Assessment methods and criteria:

Credit is awarded based on the approach of the student to the study and evaluation of the final ensemble concert.

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-jazz (Bc) (next compulsory subject)
• Obor Saxofon-jazz (Bc) (next compulsory subject)
• Obor Klavír-jazz (Bc) (next compulsory subject)
• Obor Kontrabas-jazz (Bc) (next compulsory subject)