Opera Conducting Theory 4

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Subject guarantor:

Tomáš KOUTNÍK

Name of lecturer(s):

Norbert BAXA, Tomáš KOUTNÍK

Learning outcomes of the course unit:

The course aim is to introduce students to characteristic composition elements of an opera work. Unity of all components participant in an opera performance. Conductor practice methods with individual elements of an opera ensemble. Study plan and procedure. Conductor collaboration with the director and designer. Conductor's organization on opera operations.

Mode of study:

Prerequisites and co-requisites:

none

Course contents:

Introduction to opera interpretation issues, such as the music-drama form. Theory instructions for working with an opera ensemble and the conductor's activities in opera operations.

Recommended or required reading:

Characteristic composition elements of an opera work. Unity of all components participant in an opera performance. Conductor practice methods with individual elements of an opera ensemble. Study plan and procedure. Conductor collaboration with the director and designer. Conductor's organization on opera operations.

Assessment methods and criteria:

Mock analysis of subsequent exams with an orchestra, preparations for opera performance. Credit.

Course web page:

Note:

none

Schedule for winter semester 2016/2017:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

Schedule for summer semester 2016/2017:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

The subject is a part of the following study plans:

• Conducting (Mg) ()