EVCRT 462 - Orchestral Conducting (In Person or Online)

Mark Shapiro
Effective conductors need versatile skills adaptable to any setting. This course is designed for conductors, composers, instrumentalists, and singers with prior training and experience in conducting. Students explore aspects of orchestral conducting including score study and preparation, approaches to rehearsal and performance, knowledge of instrument groups and musical styles, and specificity and grace with or without a baton. The course emphasizes spontaneous, flexible problem-solving to achieve fluent communication with musicians for a maximally artistic result. Orchestral Conducting (in person) each semester includes sessions with live musicians in both small and large ensembles. Orchestral Conducting (online) will not include these ensembles as part of their class.

Biography: Mark Shapiro

This is a yearlong course. Students may join in either fall or spring; however, spring placements are contingent on midyear vacancies.

Placement application required unless pre-approved to enroll.

Priority deadline: Monday, December 15 @ 5pm ET.

Application deadline: Tuesday, January 13 @ 5pm ET.

Two Sections Available | 13 Classes Total | Extension Holiday Schedule

Credits: 2

EVCRT 462 01:

Fridays 10am–12pm ET

January 30–May 1

Mode: Online

EVCRT 462 02:

Wednesdays 8–10pm ET

January 28–April 29

Mode: In Person

In Person Section: $1,350 plus $175 lab fee per semester Online Section: $1,350 per semester

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