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Extra ensemble 1 (master elective) [ASSOC] (B-LUCA-L43125)

This is a translated version. Original version in Dutch.
3 ECTSDutch45 Both termsBoth termsCannot be taken as part of an examination contractCannot be taken as part of a credit contract
De Bièvre Geert (coordinator) |  De Bièvre Geert |  Koopman Lies |  N.
LUCA POC GRADUATE (OC instr/zang, jazz, muziekpedagogie, muziektherapie Leuven)

Aims

This course unit can also be taken by other students of the Association KU Leuven. 
Students of other higher education institutions will have to register as a LUCA Interuniversity Student. More information.

NOTE: this course unit might have restrictions on the number of participants!
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At the completion of this subject the student is able

  • To perform as a member of a musical ensemble and to prepare a musical performance
  • To collaborate verbally and socially in a musical ensemble
  • To reach a uniform musical performing style and expression

During this course the following learning outcomes of the master in Music are addressed: 1.1,2.2, 2.3, 3.1

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Previous knowledge

There are no specific starting conditions for this subject

Is included in these courses of study

Activities

3 ects. Extra ensemble 1 (master elective) [ASSOC] (B-LUCA-L55385)

3 ECTSDutchFormat: Practical-assignment45 Both termsBoth terms
De Bièvre Geert |  Koopman Lies |  N.
LUCA POC GRADUATE (OC instr/zang, jazz, muziekpedagogie, muziektherapie Leuven)

Content

This course consists of the productions indicated for your specific specialization and instrument in the document 'implementation productions' published on Toledo under the community 'concerts and events'.

The following topics are discussed:

  • Controlling the important musical parameters in a musical ensemble: intonation, phrasing, style, timbre, timing
  • Efficient rehearsal methods
  • Methodology of rehearsing in group


Communication and planning:
The planning and information (scores, conductors, soloists) of all productions are published in the 'Concerts&Events' community on Toledo. These can be consulted from the introduction week (or earlier), i.e. before the study contract is drawn up.

Format: more information

The lessons consist of full group or sectional rehearsals and, potentially, (public) performances.

Students are expected to contribute actively during the lessons.

Students are expected to prepare each lesson by studying their individual scores, improvisational-workout or improvisation.

Evaluation

Extra Ensemble 1 (Master elective) [ASSOC] (B-LUCA-L83125)

Type : Continuous assessment without exam during the examination period
Description of evaluation : Project/Product, Participation during contact hours
Learning material : Music scores

Explanation

AssessmentGrading scale
TOTALPass / Fail

The evaluation follows the pass/fail principal, no score will be given.

The evaluation criteria for passing this course are the following:

Presence (1 illegitimate absence or absence which is announced too late automatically results in a fail for this course)

Preparation of and collaboration during the rehearsals/concerts

Absence from rehearsals or concert:

In case of a planned, legitimate absence in an ensemble rehearsal and/or concert, the Production Bureau must always be informed in advance.

A legitimate absence is only possible according in the case of the following options. If you qualify, please report this and follow the appropriate procedure:

1) You have an official status as a working student . However, you can only be absent according to a schedule agreed by the Production Office and the Study career consultant.

2) Illness: report to the Production Office and upload your doctor's attestation via Proform to justify your absence.

3) You have a Top Arts status or a unique top-level cultural opportunity. This must always be discussed with and approved by the coordinator in advance.

4) Curriculum obligations in another graduation subject: only after approval by the departmental coordinator and if timely notified to the Production office.

Given that OPO ensemble is evaluated on the basis of attendance, illegitimate absence inevitably leads to a fail for the course.

Information about retaking exams

A second examination opportunity is only possible after full participation in the evaluation activities of the first examination session in the first and/or second exam period. This means that the second examination session is only possible after full participation in the ensemble productions. This means that the second examination session is not possible as a postponed examination, unless approved by the exam ombuds.

If a second examination opportunity is offered with different examination modalities, this will be communicated to the student in writing.