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Fundamentals of Rehearsing Music Ensembles

Master essential techniques for conducting and rehearsing bands, orchestras, choirs, and chamber groups effectively.

Master essential techniques for conducting and rehearsing bands, orchestras, choirs, and chamber groups effectively.

This comprehensive course teaches the fundamental principles of conducting and managing music ensemble rehearsals. Students learn essential skills from basic conducting patterns to advanced rehearsal techniques, covering score study, communication strategies, and practical solutions for common ensemble challenges. The curriculum includes detailed instruction on articulation, dynamics, phrasing, and intonation, with applications for various ensemble types.

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Fundamentals of Rehearsing Music Ensembles

This course includes

21 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

2,435

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What you'll learn

  • Master basic conducting patterns and techniques

  • Develop effective rehearsal communication strategies

  • Learn score study and preparation methods

  • Manage ensemble balance and intonation

  • Implement articulation and phrasing techniques

  • Plan and execute efficient rehearsals

Skills you'll gain

Conducting Technique
Ensemble Direction
Score Study
Rehearsal Management
Musical Interpretation
Performance Preparation
Ensemble Leadership
Music Education

This course includes:

1032 Minutes PreRecorded video

6 quizzes

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FullTime access

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There are 6 modules in this course

This comprehensive course explores the fundamentals of rehearsing music ensembles through six detailed modules. Students learn essential conducting techniques, rehearsal strategies, and ensemble management skills. The curriculum covers topics from basic conducting patterns to advanced concepts like score study, articulation, dynamics, and intonation, providing practical tools for leading various types of musical groups.

An Introduction to Rehearsing

Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete

Communicating with the Ensemble

Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete

Introducing the Rehearsal Toolkit

Module 3 · 4 Hours to complete

Articulation, Balance, and Tone

Module 4 · 5 Hours to complete

Phrasing

Module 5 · 3 Hours to complete

Accompanimental Conducting and Intonation

Module 6 · 3 Hours to complete

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Instructor

Dr. Evan Feldman
Dr. Evan Feldman

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Music Education Pioneer and Distinguished Conductor

Dr. Evan Feldman serves as Director of Wind Studies and Professor of Music at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he conducts the Wind Ensemble and teaches courses in conducting and music education. His academic credentials include a Doctor of Musical Arts in Conducting from the Eastman School of Music, where he studied under Donald Hunsberger and Mendi Rodan. His influential textbook "Instrumental Music Education," now in its third edition, has been widely adopted by university music programs nationwide. As an accomplished conductor and educator, he has led performances internationally and serves as Principal Guest Conductor of the Greensboro Symphony. His musical arrangements of works by composers such as Ralph Vaughan Williams, George Enescu, and Sergei Prokofiev are published by Tierolff Muziekcentrale. His expertise extends to digital education, having created the first MOOC dedicated to conducting and rehearsal technique, which has reached over 30,000 students globally through Coursera. His contributions to music education and conducting have earned him recognition both nationally and internationally, with guest conducting engagements across Europe, Africa, and the United States.

Fundamentals of Rehearsing Music Ensembles

This course includes

21 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

2,435

Audit For Free

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