Study Guide

Objectives (course unit)

The student develops following skills:

• Orchestral playing
• Active listening
• Section playing, following, and leading
• Playing in different ensembles
• Orchestral musician’s work practices, ethics, and well-being
• Preparation for professional life and auditions

Content (course unit)

• Collaboration with Tampere Philharmonic Orchestra. Professional orchestral musicians serve as advisor
• Trainee activities with Tampere Philharmonic and Finnish Military Bands through auditions
• Various productions from chamber Music to opera
• Different ensembles and musical styles
• Repertoire sessions
• Orchestral excerpts
• Lectures
• Mock Auditions

Further information (course unit)

The number of study credits can vary depending on the number of productions.
Active participation in TAMK productions is required

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student works professionally and responsibly as part of an ensemble during rehearsals and concerts, in accordance with the work ethics of a professional orchestra.

Location and time

Up-to-date info to be found here:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1udIMZTJp3977om5bPMT9Whdl928xtEAk?usp=sharing

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Learning materials

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1udIMZTJp3977om5bPMT9Whdl928xtEAk?usp=sharing

Completion alternatives

To be discussed between the concerned students and teachers.