Browsing Shepherd School of Music by Issue Date
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Phrase Rhythm and Loss in the Music of Maurice Ravel
(2023)A particular subset of Ravel's output features a phrase-rhythmic technique wherein tonal and thematic returns are accompanied by surprisingly asymmetrical or ambiguous phrase rhythm. This defies both generic conventions linking thematic reprise and tonal closure to relatively stable phrase rhythm and specific expectations created by these works’ ... -
Defining Creativity: A View from the Arts
(2021)Over several decades, novel-and-appropriate has become established as the standard definition of creativity; while allowing for variations in the exact wording, the requirement that creativity requires external validation of value, utility, etc. is largely unchallenged. This functions well in high consensus fields in which value can be empirically ... -
The Role of the Committee William VerMeulen
(2014)William VerMeulen offers information about the orchestral audition process and the circumstances in which candidates will be evaluated. -
The Proactive Playing Environment William VerMeulen
(2014)William VerMeulen stresses the importance of being proactive in creating your own performance opportunities. -
Techniques for Mental Training: William VerMeulen
(2014)William VerMeulen offers tips for developing the mental training process. -
William VerMeulen The Necessary Three T's
(2014)William VerMeulen describes three essential components of a successful audition. -
How to Get Invited to an Audition William VerMeulen
(2014)This video offers recommendations for gaining acceptances to auditions. -
Mental Training in the Audition Process William VerMeulen
(2014)This video emphasizes the importance of mental practice when preparing for an audition. -
Conductors on Auditions: Principal vs. Section Positions Larry Rachleff
(2014)A discussion of various musical elements to listen for in each type of audition. -
Conductors on Auditions: The Final Round Larry Rachleff
(2014)A discussion on audition screens, first impressions, responding to instructions, conversation and overall presentation. -
Conductors on Auditions: Intonation Larry Rachleff
(2014)Larry Rachleff shares ideas on how to develop your intonation skills. -
Chamber Music Careers: Do's and Don'ts Chiara Quartet
(2014)The importance of commitment and maintaining personal relationships in a full time chamber ensemble. -
Kenneth Goldsmith, violin Understanding the Audition Process
(2014)Kenneth Goldsmith discusses music competition, juries, and the importance of staying true to yourself. -
Opera Careers: What Personality Traits Contribute to Success? Richard Bado
(2014)Personality traits that contribute to success in the opera world. -
Opera Auditions: What We Listen For Richard Bado
(2014)Richard Bado discusses 3 key elements in the operatic voice: vocal quality, musical quality, charisma. -
William VerMeulen Why Do We Audition?
(2014)William VerMeulen explains why it is important to take auditions in a highly competitive field. -
Navigating String Quartets James Dunham
(2014)Advice for musicians wishing to join an existing string quartet. -
My Life as a Jazz Musician Jamie Baum, Flutist
(2014)Jazz Flutist Jamie Baum discusses her varied career as a freelance musician in NYC. -
Freelancing: Making Choices Jamie Baum, flutist
(2014)Jamie Baum discusses business aspects of being a freelancer. -
Opera Auditions: Choosing Repertoire
(2014)Richard Bado offers key points on how to plan your opera audition repertoire.
