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. Application deadline: Tuesday, September 1 @ 5pm ET.

Two Sections Available | 13 Classes Total | Extension Holiday Schedule

Credits: 2

EVCRT 462 01:

Fridays 10am–12pm ET

September 18–December 18

Mode: Online

EVCRT 462 02:

Wednesdays 8–10pm ET

September 16–December 16

Mode: In Person

Online Section: $1,400 per semester
In Person Section: $1,400 plus $200 lab fee per semester

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