Woodwind Chamber Music

Woodwind Chamber Music Ensemble participants will play in weekly rehearsals under the direction of the instructor as appropriate for their skill level.

Participants will build individual and ensemble performance skills, as well as interpersonal skills, through the repertoire preparation process. Chamber groups will have the opportunity to perform at a Community Music Program recital at the end of the semester.

Instructor

Dana Brink

Bassoon, Theory and Chamber Music Instructor

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Duration and Details

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this chamber group experience you will know how to:

• Develop ensemble performance skills, including but not limited to group rhythm, intonation, and movement.
• Develop interpersonal skills for rehearsing chamber music effectively, including but not limited to healthy group decision making, giving and receiving constructive feedback on group performance, and balancing different personality types in a collaborative environment.
• Grow individual performing ability on your instrument.
• Prepare an ensemble piece for a public performance.

Required Materials

• Instrument (flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, or their auxiliaries)
• Sheet music in paper or PDF form (disseminated by the instructor by email)

Repertoire

Chamber musicians should expect to work on 1-2 pieces in a semester, with the possibility for more as time allows. Repertoire will be chosen by the instructor in collaboration with each chamber group and will be appropriately challenging.

Attendance

A chamber group can’t function without all its members! Your timeliness to rehearsal affects everyone’s experience, not just your own. I expect all musicians to be present and ready to rehearse (instrument out and warmed up) by the start of class- therefore, musicians should arrive at the rehearsal location 5-10 minutes early. If you are unable to attend the rehearsal for any reason, please be sure to notify the Instructor at least 24 hours in advance. We will try to reschedule make-up rehearsals as needed based on participant and instructor availability. Please understand that no refunds will be issued for missed rehearsals.

How do I prepare for the first rehearsal?

• With their music printed out, if disseminated electronically by the instructor.
• Having listened to the assigned piece, following along with their part.
• Having practiced their part with a tuner and metronome such that it can be played with confidence near or at tempo

Reminder

A class is usually cancelled when registration is less than five (5) participants. In case of cancellation of the class, all students already enrolled will be notified immediately. Submit your registration form as soon as possible to ensure your spot. We will reach out to you to process payment closer to the first day of the group class.