740-342 Orchestration

Credit Points

12.5

Coordinator

Dr Stuart Greenbaum

Semester

2 (view timetable)

Contact

A 2-hour lecture or performance-tutorial per week

Subject Description

At the end of this subject, students should have a knowledge of the ranges and characteristics of orchestral and band instruments and be able to combine diverse instruments.

The subject will involve practical performance of the assignments directed by students.

On completion of this subject, students should be able to • identify the ranges and capabilities of orchestral and band instruments • understand the timbral characteristics of orchestral and band instruments • transcribe and/or arrange simple pieces for diverse instruments • notate scores and parts for performance.

Assessment

Regular practical assignments and tests, including preparation of score and parts (80%); attendance, participation, and direction of the class ensemble in performing the assignments (20%).



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