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Conducting and Music Leadership

Overview

Programme IDAEP0320992
Programme TypeTalks
Recommended Size 16 - 40
Language English
Programme Format On-site, Blended (mix of on-site and digital)
Cost $1650.00 Per session
Primary Art Form - Sub-Genre Music - Pop/Rock, Appreciation/History, Music Theory/Writing/Arranging, Singapore/Heritage/Xinyao, Chamber Music, Orchestra, Guitar/Ukulele
Student Profile Secondary Lower, Secondary Upper, JC/CI
Duration
Secondary Art Form - Sub-Genre -
 
Venue (where applicable)

Showcase

Programme Synopsis In this 2-hour program, renowned Guitar Orchestra Music Director & Composer Balraj Gopal from Guitarhympia Music will discuss the finer aspects of Music Direction relevant to all types of music ensembles. Participants will observe the performance of a guitar ensemble as an example, observe up-close and personal the relationship between a conductor and his musicians. There will be a demonstration of various conducting gestures, explanations for them and discussion of 'secret' musical attributes that a conductor must strive towards. Selected students will have an opportunity to have a hands-on experience directing the guitar ensemble themselves, and receive positive feedback from the speaker. Topics to be discussed are: - Internalizing rhythmic precision and ensemble coordination - The use of the ‘Breath’ as a vital factor in ensemble precision and musical interpretation - ‘Ictus’ and essentials of conducting will be demonstrated - Matters of interpretation (articulation, tempo, dynamics, etc.) will be discussed - Ear Training: Dealing with Melodic and Harmonic - Setting tempo: Indicating the speed and rhythm of the music with hand gestures or a baton. - Cueing musicians: Signaling when specific instruments or sections should start playing. - Unifying performers: Ensuring all musicians play together in harmony, rhythm, and dynamics. - Rehearsing the ensemble: Working with the group during rehearsals to refine technical and expressive aspects of the music. * Customization for a 2-hr Masterclass on specific repertoire is also available. Please see below.
Focus Areas Appreciate Arts & Culture, Acquire Skills & Knowledge, Articulate Thoughts & Ideas
Point of Emphasis Industry Explorations
Lesson Goal #1 Experiencing up-close and personal the relationship between a conductor and his/her musicians
Lesson Goal #2 Learning the fundamentals of conducting such as: - beating time - cueing musicians - rehearsing an ensemble - interpreting a score
Lesson Goal #3 Empowering students to discover where they want to go musically, and share this with others in order to lead them.

Audio/Sound System, Microphone

- HDMI connection for the iPad slides / clips - 5 chairs - Projector Screen

The Tote Board Arts Grant was introduced in 1995 to encourage the development of a vibrant arts culture in schools, and to promote arts appreciation amongst students.

Each year, all MOE schools and ITE Colleges may opt-in to receive the Arts Grant. Schools may use the grant to subsidise the purchase of programmes under the NAC-AEP and for the Artist-in-School Scheme (AISS).

All approved programmes are listed on the NAC-AEP Directory and come with a valid Letter of Eligibility.

To purchase this programme, contact the representative listed on the Programme Detail Page and make contractual arrangements directly with the programme provider.

Please ensure that a valid Letter of Eligibility (LOE) is obtained. Note that MOE procurement guidelines apply.

Payment should be made directly to the programme provider. Claims for the Arts Grant should be made via IFAAS and in accordance to Grant Guidelines.

Programme providers are permitted to make changes to the following aspects of an NAC-AEP, according to the school’s needs:

  • Programme duration, including no. of sessions
  • Cost of programme
  • Class size



Under the above conditions, schools can make claims based on revised programme costs using the same Programme ID listed on the Letter of Eligibility (LOE).

The following changes are not permitted when customising programmes:

  • Changes to content
  • Inclusion of non-approved instructor(s)

Offered by:

Guitarhympia Music

Since 2015, GuitaRhymPia Music has delivered Guitar|Ukulele related programs to numerous schools, helping our youth develop lifelong skills. This is combined with Music Technology (DAW) Education (GarageBand|Sibelius). As a performance group, we attempt to promote Asian Music and Songs.

Contact

Balraj Gopal 90686543 admin@guitarhympia.com   Visit provider page

This programme has not been reviewed