Schott Music Crash Course Conducting is a comprehensive guide that is perfect for beginners and intermediate musicians who want to develop or refine their conducting skills. From basic techniques to advanced methods, this textbookTextbook: textbook covers a wide range of topics that are essential for any aspiring conductor. The content is practice-oriented and easy to understand, allowing readers to grow into the role of conductor step by step.
In addition to the practical instructions, the edition also contains theoretical basics that are essential for conducting. These include aspects of music theoryMusic theory: Music theory deals with the rules and concepts that structure music. It includes basics such as scales, scoringScore: A score is a recording of a piece of music that contains all the instruments or parts of a composition. It shows which notes and rhythms must be played or sung by each instrument or singer so that they all sound harmonious together. and orchestral conducting. This knowledge enables learners to develop a deep understanding of the music and its performance. The included downloadable video tutorials are particularly illustrative, making the tasks of a conductor visually comprehensible. With its clear structure and user-friendly design, Crash Course Conducting is an indispensable tool for anyone who wants to dedicate themselves to the art of conducting.
Contents:
Beats and meter: The tasks of a conductor
Basic posture when conducting
Beats
Finding the right meter
Independence of the hands
Tempo idea and tempo memory
Musical gestures: Upbeat wave-off: The most important conducting movements
Fermatas
Tempo changes within a piece
Dynamics, articulation and phrasing
Conscious use of posture and facial expressions
Conducting recitatives
Rehearsal work: repertoire selection
Score study
Planning from the first rehearsal to the concert
Musical rehearsal technique
Working with different ensembles: choirs and vocal ensembles
Orchestras and instrumental ensembles
Conductor leadership: time management and prioritization
Didactic skills and psychological sensitivity
Extroversion and stage presence
Organizational issues
Negotiating and organizational skills, ability to work in a team
Simultaneous processes when conducting: Thinking ahead, listening or shaping the moment
The flow experience
Appendix: Index
List of works discussed by composer
List of exercises and tips
Index of overarching aspects
DVD index
In the video: Conducting crash course
Manufacturer information
Schott Music GmbH & Co. KG Weihergarten 5 55116 Mainz Germany [email protected] www.schott-music.com +49 6131 246 0
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