MUM4330

Conducting II (12 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Peter Handsworth

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On completion of this unit, students should have acquired a extended level of expertise in conducting, including the ability to create an aural picture of a musical score, a fundamental baton technique able to be used for a variety of ensembles, and independence of hand movements; developed a comprehensive knowledge of the musical content and style of the available repertoire for a specific ensemble - choral, band or orchestral; acquired appropriate supplementary skills in research, writing and criticism.

Assessment: Program booklet (2000 words) 20% + Rehearsal and performance: 80%

Contact Hours: 2 hours (1 x 1 hour individual lesson and 1 x 1 hour tutorial) per week

Prerequisites: MUM4320