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Rehearsal Techniques (V1 S4) Flashcards

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Groove

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Rhythmic Pulsation that contributes to the character of the music

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Folk Music

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AKA traditional style, predates recorded music, passed down aurally. Reflects ethnic customs of a geographic area. Includes work-related songs, leisure songs, religious music. Many songs originate from labor synchronization. Also preserves traditions and language.

In the US, its been used to protest war and social unrest since the 1960s.

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Classical Style

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(Not classical period of music, just classical style). Been around since 450 AD. Classical style relies heavily on notation.

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Medieval Period

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Pre-1400. Singing in plainsong style of Gregorian Chant. Harmony introduced in 1100.

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Renaissance Period

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1400-1600. Characterized by music being performed on instruments and with multiple melodic lines. Triadic structures and church modes. Many of todays instruments result from this period.

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Baroque Period

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1600-1750. Analysis and figured bass come into play. Overtone series rediscovered from Pythagoras. Introduced ornamentations as common place. Musicians were renowned members of society during this time as music became the main form of entertainment.

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Classical Period

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1750-1820. Dramatic effects and textures introduced. Melodies restated with variations. Modulations become important.

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Romantic Period

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1800-1910. Overlaps with classical. New instruments (saxophone, tuba, contra-bassoon, modified woodwinds), larger orchestras. More emotional and expressive Melodies and rhythms. Music mirrors other art such as architecture and painting.

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Funk (Examples)

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1960s. Adds electric organ to rhythm section. Less emphasis on melody, more on groove. Has roots in R&B, soul, and jazz. James Brown, Ohio Players, Parliament, Tower of Power.

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Latin

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Encompasses Spanish and Portuguese speaking countries of the Western Hemisphere. May incorporate flute or auxiliary percussion (congas, maracas, cajon, timbales).

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Bossa Nova (Examples)

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Tito Puente, Gloria Estefan, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Duu Tucci.

Associated with Brazilian Dance by the same name, developed in 1950-1960. Similar to samba, but slower and more relaxed. 100-160 BPM. Or Cut time 50-80.

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Samba

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Brazilian dance with the same name but African origins. Duple meter, up tempo.

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Categories of error detection

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Rhythmic, pitch, articulation, style, intonation, technique, balance and blend

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Correcting rhythm, pitch, and articulation

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Slow down tempo, speed up gradually. Conduct a pattern appropriate for the meter or tap tempo while singing. Listen to accurate source recordings.

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Correcting style

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Spend time listening to essential recordings. Style errors may be recognized by the musician, rehearsal leader, or section leader.

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Programming order

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  • positive first impression
  • intellectually challenging music
  • select music before intermission that encourages audience to stay
  • end program with positive experience music

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Beginning provides excitement

Suspense/tension

Resolution

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Occasional programs

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Foreign dignitaries, change of commands, Memorial Day, Veterans Day, ship homecoming, deployment returns

Ceremonial selections are set, but pre-ceremony music should be thoughtfully approached.

Programs that have military function (those holidays have military ceremonies)

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Seasonal Program

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Themes of winter, etc. could also focus on theme of holidays around the world.

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Patriotic Programs

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July 4th, 9/11, December 7th, salute to military etc. familiar music for nostalgic value. Patriotic Opener is short program to open celebrations or public events.

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Thematic Program

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Particular composer, style of music, geographical region, or something that connects to a particular subject matter.

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Program length

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One hour, 52 minutes of music, 8 for applause and transitions.

Address the audience with brief statements at 15-20 minute intervals if no intermission.

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Order of Musical periods

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Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic

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Swing

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Rock

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Funk

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Samba

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Bossa Nova

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Large Jazz Ensemble instrumentation

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5 saxes

4 trumpet

3 bones

1 bass trombone

Guitar

Bass

Piano

Drums

Vocal

Additional doubling - soprano (lead alto), flute and clarinet (all saxes), Flugelhorn (all trumpets)

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Swing (examples)

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Duke Ellington

Glenn Miller

Count Basie

Ella Fitzgerald

Billie Holiday

Louis Armstrong

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