MUSI2222 — Conducting I
A study of the elements important to the development of competent and effective conductors. The student will study: traits of a good conductor and good conducting, fundamental conducting techniques (proper preparation, beat patterns, cueing, subdivision and divided meters, the use of the left hand, asymmetrical and changing meters, terms, phrasing), the mechanics of expressive conducting (dynamics, tempi, nuance), effective communication by the conductor, and score study and arranging and the use of the computer and music writing software. Also studied will be learning theory.