Section 5 (conducting) - Basic Patterns Flashcards
conductors convey intent through?
non verbal communication.
what are two forms of non verbal communication
gestures and beat patterns
what are the beat patterns parts
preparatory gesture, ictus, rebound, and travel
what does the preparatory gesture convey?
tempo, style (articulation), dynamics, and exact beginning of the first note.
which hands do a prep gesture
typically both and they mirror each other
what is the first step of the prep?
establishing a good stance and meaningful eye contact with musicians to ensure they are ready
whats the second part of the prep and why do it?
inhale slightly and raise right hand.
the inhale is to match the ensemble and keep from rushing
what is the third part of the prep?
bringing the hand down to the starting position and exhale.
what is an ictus
the specific beat points in a conducting pattern.
what does an ictus do
shows exactly where sound begins and the metric pulse
what is preparatory ictus?
ictus in the prep gesture where the movement changes at the top and begins the downward motion
what is the first ictus
the downbeat
what is the rebound?
when the conductor comes to an ictus point and moves away.
what is the travel?
the moving between ictus points
when else does the travel occur
in the prep gesture
how do you practice beat patterns?
in front of mirrors slowly, gradually speeding up
what are expressive gestures
they communicate the mood
how are expressive gestures reflected
hands and body