National Taiwan Normal University Course Outline
Fall , 2024

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I.Course information
Serial No. 2347 Course Level Undergraduate
Course Code MUU0333 Chinese Course Name 指揮法(一)
Course Name Methods in Conducting (I)
Department Department of Music
Two/one semester 1 Req. / Sel. Req.
Credits 2.0 Lecturing hours Lecture hours: 2
Teach in English Y Teach in National Languages
Prerequisite Course
Comment
Course Description
Day & Class Period/Location Tue. 3-4 Main Recital Hall
Curriculum Goals Corresponding to the Departmental Core Goal
1. Explore the historical background of conducting. College:
 1-1 Possess knowledge of solo (singing) /ensemble (choral) skills, works literature, etc. related to the professional field of study
 1-2 Possess knowledge of music theory and analysis, musicology, music pedagogy, etc.
 1-3 Possess the knowledge of problem solving and independent research in music professional development
 4-1 Possess the cognition and attitude to respect the intellectual property rights of music
 4-2 Have respect for the academic ethics of music and the cultivation of multicultural viewpoints
2. Learn to conduct different beats and espression markings. College:
 1-2 Possess knowledge of music theory and analysis, musicology, music pedagogy, etc.
3. Learn the differences and characteristics of each instrument, as well as its playing techniques and timbre. College:
 3-1 Possess enthusiasm and sense of mission on music pedagogy, music-making or performance
 3-2 Have the ability to communicate, coordinate and cooperate with others
 3-3 Ability to observe keenly, think independently and solve problems
4. Have music appreciation on the video materials of different conductors' concerts and learn their conducting skills. College:
 2-1 Capable of making independent music-making or performance
 2-2 Possess the ability of making diverse artistic performances
 2-3 Possess the ability on planning courses, teaching design, and implementing assessments for music teachers in secondary schools

II. General Syllabus
Instructor(s) Sigmund Thorp/ 齊格蒙.索普
Schedule

The course covers principles of ensemble direction and fundamental conducting technique. The tuition is provided in groups, and the class forms an ensemble for the students to conduct. The class can also be divided in smaller groups.

CONTENT

 The course addresses the following aspects:

  • Techniques for conducting in different time signatures,
  • Controlling tempo and tempo changes, cut-offs, fermatas, accelerando and ritardando
  • Physical exercises for conductors.
  • Anatomical conducting exercises
  • Score study and fundamental rehearsal techniques. 
  • Conducting from memory                                                     
  • Instrument-specific issues such as choral intonation and singing techniques, bowing techniques and issues connected to woodwind and brass instruments
Instructional Approach
Methods Notes
Formal lecture  
Cooperative learning  
Lab/Studio  
Media, audio, visual materials  
Grading assessment
Methods Percentage Notes
Midterm Exam 30 %  
Final exam 30 %  
Attendances 20 %  
Presentation 20 %  
Required and Recommended Texts/Readings with References

REPERTOIRE

S. Thorp: The Anatomy of Conducting

Mozart, Serenade K. 525 Eine kleine Nachtmusik:

Movement 2

Grieg, Holberg Suite Op. 40

Movement 2, Sarabande

Movement 5, Rigaudon

F. Schubert, Symphony no. 5 OR Mozart, Symphony no. 40 (version with clarinets)

Choose Movement 3 from one of the symphonies!

Dvorak, Symphony no. 9

Movement 1: Introduction

Jonas Hunt: Sang om den röde ballon («A Song about the Red Balloon»)

Mozart: Ave verum corpus, K 618

Version for chorus and orchestra*

*The class will be split in a choir plus an orchestra consisting of five strings + two pianos

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