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- Level Foundation
- Duration 22 hours
- Course by The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Learn and practice the basic principles of running an effective music ensemble rehearsal. Techniques and strategies are applicable to a variety of ensembles, including bands, orchestras, choirs, and chamber groups.
Modules
Introduction
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1
Videos
1
Videos
- Introduction
Rehearsals
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6
Videos
6
Videos
- What Do We Do in Rehearsals?
- What Skills Do We Need?
- Calibrating Your Ears
- Serving as the Composer’s Advocate
- A Choral Perspective: The Rehearsal Process
- An Orchestral Perspective: Three Categories of Conducting
Conducting
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8
Videos
8
Videos
- Introduction to Conducting
- Basic Set-Up
- Conducting without a Baton
- Baton Grip
- Basic Patterns
- Active and Passive Beats
- Starting Pieces
- Ending Pieces
Macro-Micro-Macro
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5
Videos
5
Videos
- The Ensembles that Appear in this Course
- Macro-Micro-Macro: The Basic Process
- Examples of Macro-Micro-Macro: Breaking Things Down
- A Choral Perspective: Teaching Notes
- Rehearsal Demos: Macro-Micro-Macro
Conclusion
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1
Videos
1
Videos
- Conclusion
Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Module 1 Quiz
Introduction
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1
Videos
1
Videos
- Introduction
Repertoire
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3
Videos
3
Videos
- Finding Quality
- Choosing Repertoire: The Musical Meal
- A Choral and Orchestral Perspective: Repertoire
Starting and Stopping
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4
Videos
4
Videos
- Count-offs: Additional Ways to Begin a Piece
- Rehearsal Examples: Starting on Various Beats within a Measure
- Stopping the Group
- Changing the Size of the Pattern Based on the Music
Rehearsals Part I
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3
Videos
3
Videos
- Introduction to Rehearsal Segments
- Directing People's Attention in Rehearsal
- Who, Where, What / Measure Numbers / "Count with Me"
Rehearsals Part II
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5
Videos
5
Videos
- Using "I" and "We"
- Insisting on What You Want
- Strategies for Communicating Musical Ideas
- Communicating with Various Modes of Instruction
- A Choral and Orchestral Perspective (Multiple Topics)
Conclusion
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1
Videos
1
Videos
- Conclusion
Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Module 2 Quiz
Introduction
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1
Videos
1
Videos
- Introduction
Left Hand Technique
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4
Videos
4
Videos
- Introduction to Left Hand Technique: Statue and Mirroring
- More Left Hand Technique: Statue, Mirroring, and Independence
- Demos of the Left Hand in Rehearsal
- Showing Dynamics and Dynamic Changes
Rhythm Part I
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5
Videos
5
Videos
- The Importance of Technique as a Foundation
- The Rehearsal Toolkit: Rhythm
- Teaching Subdivision: Filling in the Rests
- Thinking in Rhythmic Subdivisions
- “Playing” without Sound: Active Resting and Handoffs
Rhythm Part II
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7
Videos
7
Videos
- Working with Contrasting Rhythmic Layers
- Cleaning Up Sloppy Entrances
- Rests as Elements of Expression
- Rushing
- Meter, Accents, and Perception
- Rhythmic Compression
- A Choral and Orchestral Perspective: Rhythm
Rehearsal Demos
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7
Videos
7
Videos
- Multi-Purpose Techniques
- Rehearsal Demos: Bopping Part I
- Rehearsal Demos: Bopping Part II
- Rehearsal Demos: Using Singing
- Rehearsal Demos: Slowing Down the Tempo for Rhythm and Accuracy
- Rehearsal Demos: Slowing Down the Tempo for Intonation and Balance
- Rehearsal Demos: Slowing Down the Tempo for Articulation and Style
Conclusion
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1
Videos
1
Videos
- Conclusion
Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Module 3 Quiz
Peer Review (Optional)
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Peer Assessment
Introduction
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1
Videos
1
Videos
- Introduction
Score Study
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4
Videos
4
Videos
- Score Study
- Applying Your Score Study
- A Choral and Orchestral Perspective: Score Study
- Applying Score Study to a Rehearsal
Articulation Part I
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7
Videos
7
Videos
- Cues
- Conducting Articulations: Legato
- Conducting Articulations: Two Variations on Legato
- Conducting Articulations: Staccato and Accents
- Conducting Fermatas and Rubato
- Specific Choral Conducting Techniques
- Specific String Conducting Techniques
Articulation Part II
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6
Videos
6
Videos
- Review: Two Themes of the Course
- Exaggerating Style and Expressive Details
- The Vocabulary of Articulation
- Articulation: Accentuation through Emphasis and De-Emphasis
- Bopping for Articulation
- Developing a Legato Style
Articulation Part III
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4
Videos
4
Videos
- 19th-Century Style with 21st-Century Ensembles
- Additional Articulation Techniques
- A Choral Perspective: Articulation and Diction
- An Orchestral Perspective: String Articulation and Bowing
Balance and Tone, Other Techniques
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5
Videos
5
Videos
- Balance and Tone
- A Choral & Orchestral Perspective: Balance and Tone
- Working with Dissonance
- Using the Piano to Demonstrate Complex Harmonies
- Where to Begin When You Don’t Know Where to Begin
Conclusion
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1
Videos
1
Videos
- Conclusion
Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Module 4 Quiz
Introduction
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1
Videos
1
Videos
- Introduction
Score Marking
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2
Videos
2
Videos
- Score Marking
- An Orchestral Perspective: Score Marking
Fermatas
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3
Videos
3
Videos
- Caesura Fermatas
- Release-in-Tempo Fermatas
- Continuation Fermatas
Phrasing Part I
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7
Videos
7
Videos
- Introduction to Phrasing
- Conducting Phrases
- Phrasing: Shaping a Melody
- Shaping an Accompaniment
- Four-Measure Phrases
- Phrasing and Accentuating Rhythmic Accompaniment Lines
- Trade-offs: Matching Style and Musicianship
Phrasing Part II
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4
Videos
4
Videos
- Smoothing Melodic Leaps and Developing a Legato Sound
- More Phrasing Ideas
- Chamber Group Mentality within the Large Ensemble
- Orchestral Perspective: Phrasing
Dynamics
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8
Videos
8
Videos
- Working on Dynamic Contrasts
- Emphasizing Style and Dynamic Changes
- Dynamics vs. Orchestration
- Conservation of Dynamics: Creating the Illusion of a Longer Crescendo Through Micro Crescendos
- Bringing Out Melodic Details: Contrapuntal Dynamics
- Improving Crescendos and the Subito Piano
- Refining the Fortepiano
- A Choral and Orchestral Perspective: Dynamics
Conclusion
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1
Videos
1
Videos
- Conclusion
Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Module 5 Quiz
Introduction
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1
Videos
1
Videos
- Introduction
Rehearsals Part I
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3
Videos
3
Videos
- Planning Rehearsals
- Communicating the Rehearsal Plan to the Group
- Using Recordings in Rehearsal
Accompaniment
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4
Videos
4
Videos
- Accompanimental Conducting
- An Orchestral Perspective: Accompanimental Conducting Issues
- Additional Issues for Conducting Soloists: Float & Drop, Over-conducting!
- Working with an Accompanist
Intonation Part I
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3
Videos
3
Videos
- Overtones, Temperaments, and Drones
- General Tips for Improving Intonation
- Addressing Intonation Issues
Intonation Part II
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5
Videos
5
Videos
- Additional Rehearsal Techniques for Improving Intonation: Part I
- Additional Rehearsal Techniques for Improving Intonation: Part II
- Additional Thoughts About Intonation
- A Choral Perspective: Intonation
- An Orchestral Perspective: Intonation
Rehearsals Part II
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4
Videos
4
Videos
- Set-up Strategies
- Using Your Voice in Rehearsal
- Health issues: Protecting Your Ears
- Podium Talk
Conclusion
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1
Videos
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2
Readings
1
Videos
- Conclusion
2
Readings
- Biographies
- Additional Resources
Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Module 6 Quiz
Auto Summary
"Fundamentals of Rehearsing Music Ensembles" is an essential course for those passionate about leading music groups. Offered by Coursera, this foundational course delves into the core techniques and strategies necessary for conducting effective rehearsals across various ensemble types, such as bands, orchestras, choirs, and chamber groups. Over the span of 1320 minutes, participants will gain practical skills directly applicable to real-world scenarios. Suitable for beginners and those looking to refine their rehearsal methods, this course is available through a professional subscription, providing flexible learning tailored to aspiring and current music directors. Join now to elevate your ensemble rehearsing proficiency and ensure your music sessions are both productive and inspiring.
Dr. Evan Feldman