Course - Ensemble Practice A - MUSP4721
MUSP4721 - Ensemble Practice A
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Practical examination
Grade: Passed / Not Passed
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical examination | 100/100 | 20 minutes |
Course content
The course deals with different aspects of ensemble playing, such as individal preparations, rehearsal situations, musical score understanding and leading a group.
Learning outcome
Knowledge:
The candiate:
- has knowledge of the repertoire for the relevant type of ensemble.
Skills:
The candidate:
- has developed the ability to understand the ensemble's inner dynamics, and find the balance between individual and collective initiative
- can present and communicate music for an audience.
Learning methods and activities
About 3 ensemble projects in a total amount of about 75 hours work, including group rehearsals, independent work.
Up to 8 hours group instruction in score reading etc.
6 hours tutoring with musician/singer from the professional ensemble.
Training in auditions for temp approval (or equivalent)
This subject is a collaboration with The Trondheim Soloists, Trondheim Symphony Orchestra and Opera, Trondheim Vocal Ensemble, The Royal Norwegian Airforce Band, or other relevant ensemble.
The student prepares a report describing the practice, i.e. period, repertoire, supervisor, conductor, concert time and place, etc.
Compulsory assignments
- Report
- Satisfactory participation in compulsory instruction
- Ensemble projects
Further on evaluation
Examination: Two weeks before the exam, the student will be assigned extracts from the repertoire they have been playing in the ensemble. The student must perform the extracts, and explain their musical choices based on the score and musical reflection/understanding. The performance and the musical reflection will be equally emphasized in the assessment.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Music Performance (MMUSP)
Music Performance Studies (BMUSP)
Required previous knowledge
Requires admission to the bachelor's or Master of Arts in Music Performance and a qualifying audition.
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Version: 1
Credits:
15.0 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2024
Term no.: 2
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Music Performance Studies
Examination
Examination arrangement: Practical examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Spring ORD Practical examination 100/100
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"