Reed Design/Adjustmen 8
| Code | Completion | Credits | Range | Language Instruction | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 106UP8 | Z | 1 | 1T | Czech | summer |
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Learning outcomes of the course unit
This course provides students with all practical and education methodology skills which are needed for reed production or modification. A reed is one of the most important elements for creating tone and playing the Clarinet. This course summarizes all knowledge covered during study. Students display their knowledge. During the study all Clarinet reed production and modification issues are explained. This course reviews and practices everything. It is necessary to compare wood quality individually and select the most appropriate modification. Principles regarding modifying tips, centers and edges, reeds, opposite sides and to go through potential modifications in the production of various reeds. Students are guided towards independence and proper decisions regarding possible modification selection and with what tool. Students are guided to management of these issues.
Mode of study
Clarinet class student playing with reeds they have modified.
Prerequisites and co-requisites
Reed modification according to style particulars, flexibility for higher tones, extreme dynamics and double-staccato.
Course contents
This course provides students with all practical and education methodology skills which are needed for reed production or modification. A reed is one of the most important elements for creating tone and playing the Clarinet. This course summarizes all knowledge covered during study. Students display their knowledge. During the study all Clarinet reed production and modification issues are explained. This course reviews and practices everything. It is necessary to compare wood quality individually and select the most appropriate modification. Principles regarding modifying tips, centers and edges, reeds, opposite sides and to go through potential modifications in the production of various reeds. Students are guided towards independence and proper decisions regarding possible modification selection and with what tool. Students are guided to management of these issues.
Recommended or required reading
Antonín Doležal: Clarinet tone and tools for its creation.
Assessment methods and criteria
Reed modification according to style particulars, flexibility for higher tones, extreme dynamics and double-staccato.
Course web page
http://www.hamu.cz/katedry/katedra-dechovych-nastroju
Note
none
Schedule for winter semester 2018/2019:
The schedule has not yet been prepared
Schedule for summer semester 2018/2019:
The schedule has not yet been prepared
The subject is a part of the following study plans
- Clarinet (Mg) (optional subject)