Essays about: "audition"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 17 essays containing the word audition.

1. 1. Learning by ear, and its place in classical music

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Musikhögskolan i Malmö

   Author : Charlotte Rebecca Naden; [2023]
   Keywords : Learning by ear; bassoon; self-efficacy; performance nerves; deliberate play; Performing Arts;

   Abstract : This project, presented as a lecture recital is about my experimentation and discoveries of the benefits of learning classical music by ear and performing by memory. The focus of this topic is to learn a variety of audition orchestra excerpts and solo pieces common in the bassoon repertoire by ear, and reflect on whether my music performance anxiety is reduced by performing from memory and from the preparation of learning and practising by ear. READ MORE

3. 2. Tchaikovsky’s Waltz of the Flowers: the harp cadenza, Different versions and traditions

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Högskolan för scen och musik

   Author : Tanne Harder; [2021-10-21]
   Keywords : harp; Tchaikovsky; Nutcracker; harp cadenza; ballet; Waltz of the Flowers;

   Abstract : A research about one of the most famous harp cadenzas and audition excerpts. A comparison between the original cadenza, written by Tchaikovsky, and a variety of arrangements. With as a result a range of options that are possible to use when playing this cadenza.. READ MORE

4. 3. The Search for Brilliance - Understanding and developing key skills for orchestral flute auditions

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Högskolan för scen och musik

   Author : Paulo Ghiglia; [2020-02-12]
   Keywords : Auditions; Flute; Mock Auditions; Music Performance Anxiety; Orchestra; Practice; Technique Exercises; Sound; Articulation; Visualisation;

   Abstract : This thesis is aimed at finding methods to improve performance quality in an audition setting through research on music performance anxiety, performance psychology, relaxation techiques and flute technique. Using my personal experience in real auditions and daily practice, I also provide examples of how I improved my proficiency as a performer through a portfolio of technical exercises that can improve skill levels as well as be a source of relaxation prior to an audition. READ MORE

5. 4. Out of the practise room - Planning patterns for professional musicians-to-be

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Högskolan för scen och musik

   Author : Gloria Foresti; [2020-01-28]
   Keywords : Practising music; time management; patterns; physical activity; rest; loading period; consolidation; performance; reactivation period; self-awareness;

   Abstract : The present work is about how it is possible to organise the practising activity from the perspective of a viola player. It may be a tool for understanding how to balance different loads of practise and rest for young musicians who aim to a professional career. READ MORE

6. 5. Evaluation of Physically Inspired Models in Video Game Melee Weapon SFX

   University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Medier, ljudteknik och teater

   Author : Emil Wallin; [2020]
   Keywords : Audio Engineering; Game Audio; Sound Design; Video Game; Sound Effect; SFX; Physical modelling; Physically inspired models; game engine; ljudteknik; spelljud; ljudeffekt;

   Abstract : This study explored the possible impact to a game’s responsiveness and to players’ preferences by using a physically inspired model (real-time pitch and amplitude modulation) as a means of efficiently achieving responsive variation for melee weapon sound effects in a game using the in-engine audio features. A play test was created were 24 participants (12 with audio engineering backgrounds, 12 without), all with prior gaming experience, played through a game level where they would audition a non-variational implementation of a sword’s sound effects and a variational implementation with the same sound samples being modulated in real-time. READ MORE