Orchestra Academy 1 (6 cr)
Code: 2X00GW62-3002
General information
Enrolment period
09.06.2025 - 31.08.2025
Timing
15.09.2025 - 30.04.2026
Credits
2 - 6
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Music
Campus
TAMK Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
1 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Culture and Arts, Music
Teachers
- Dimas Ruiz Santos
Person in charge
Dimas Ruiz Santos
Groups
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25MUSE
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25MUPE
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.
Assessment scale
0-5