740-406 Music Performance 4-1

As determined by the Dean (normally a result of 80% or above in 740-305 Music Performance 3-2).

Students will develop a thorough technical background to cope with all stylistic demands; establish a sizeable concert repertory covering all styles.

Includes advanced study of the established concerto repertory and all related aspects of music performance. The study should include a concerto or a major ensemble work comprising at least three players. Vocal students may prepare an excerpt of at least 10 minutes duration from opera or oratorio or a major ensemble work for voice and at least three additional players.

On completion of the subject, students should be able to • perform the soloist part with assured musical fluency • maintain convincing musical interaction with supporting players • sustain a musically convincing view of the soloist's contribution • communicate an individual sense of artistry through the soloist's role.

An end-of-semester concerto performance of an approved work (100%). Students must participate as a performer (as determined by the coordinator) in concert class, performance class and instrument class as arranged in order to complete the subject.