Principal Instrument Jazz C

The course requires significant independent study. Individual instruction includes instrumental skills with an emphasis on improvisation. The ensemble instruction includes repertoire development, practice in improvisation, conducting, and technique. A substantial part of the ensemble instruction will be student guided and individualised. During the course the student will receive relevant studio training.

Knowledge:

The candidate:

• Has knowledge about and controls relevant techniques in interpretation and practicing.
• Has knowledge about musical performance preparations and how to prevent body strain damages

Skills:

The candidate:

• Has instrumental/vocal skills on a level that makes him/her able to carry out their artistic intentions
• Can work goal-oriented and independent, alone and together with others.
• Takes initiative to play in ensembles, and shows ability to musical communication.
• Has skills in improvisation.

• Individual instruction: one lesson a week for 24 weeks.
• Group instruction - up to 44 lessons in total for ensemble projects, provided in concentrated periods during the academic year.
• Project - various forms of instruction. Participation in projects, seminars and concerts is compulsory.

Undervisningen er obligatorisk, og krever minimum 80 % oppmøte.