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Conducting
Conducting terms and "Why do you need" terms
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Undergraduate 3
12/12/2011

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Term
Diphthong
Definition
Two vowel sounds on the same syllable
Term
Fermata
Definition
Cessation of rhythm
Term
Focal plane
Definition
imaginary plane where all icti fall, roughly chest-high
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GoS
Definition
gesture used to control a response afterthe beat instead of on the beat
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Ictus
Definition
Precise instance of the rhythmic pulse
Term
Mirror Conducting
Definition
Having the left hand conduct exactly like the right hand
Term
Music
Definition
Organized sound over time, with intent
Term
Prep Beat
Definition
Preparatory beat that coincides with the breath of the performers and should include tempo, dynamic, and style, and should include a visible breath
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Strata
Definition
Workload divisions in the score
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Synergy
Definition
2+2=5; the total is greater than the sum of the parts; combined action or operation; goal of conductors
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Takt
Definition
Steady reiteration of beat-points
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Transposition
Definition
Process of writing music in a key or octave other than that of the actual sound of the instrument
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Why do we need a baton?
Definition
The baton creates a focus of attention and generates icti.
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Why do we need a podium?
Definition
the podium makes the conductor the ultimate center of attention and is the workplace of the conductor.
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Why do we need to wear dark clothing?
Definition
The white baton shows better to the performers.
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Why do we need a left hand?
Definition
The left hand can give cues, mold lines, shape dynamics, and display intensity as well as mirror.
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Why do we need a score?
Definition
It is a direct line to the composer in study, and a reference tool in rehearsal and performance.
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Why do we need to always be so on time that we are early?
Definition
A conductor sets an example in every way to the performers as musician and teacher, and a conductor must have time to deal with any and all situations that may arise and affect the rehearsal and/or performance.
Term
Why do we need to create synergy?
Definition
The experience of performing with other people to create a musical performance that goes beyond the level of the plays is a most important lesson, no matter what field your students/performers may pursue in life.
Term
Eb soprano clarinet
Definition
sounds m3rd higher than written
Term
Bb clarinet
Definition
sounds M2nd lower than written
Term
Eb alto clarinet
Definition
sounds M6th lower than written
Term
Bb bass clarinet
Definition
sounds octave+M2nd lower
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Eb contraalto (or bass) clarinet
Definition
sounds octave+M6th lower
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Bb contrabass clarinet
Definition
sounds 2 octaves+M@nd lower
Term
A clarinet
Definition
sounds m3rd lower
Term
Bb soprano saxophone
Definition
sounds M2nd lower
Term
Eb alto saxophone
Definition
sounds M6th lower
Term
Bb tenor saxophone
Definition
sounds octave+M@nd lower
Term
Eb baritone saxophone
Definition
sounds octave+M6th lower than written
Term
Bb trumpet
Definition
sounds M2nd lower
Term
treble clef baritone
Definition
sounds octave+M2nd lower
Term
A trumpet
Definition
sounds m3rd lower
Term
Alto flute
Definition
sounds P4th lower
Term
English horn
Definition
sounds P5th lower
Term
F horn
Definition
sounds P5th lower
Term
Db piccolo
Definition
sounds octave+m2nd higher
Term
C piccolo
Definition
sounds octave higher
Term
Contrabassoon
Definition
sounds octave lower
Term
Double bass
Definition
sounds octave lower
Term
Tenor(voice)
Definition
sounds octave lower
Term
Violins
Definition
no transposition
Term
Violas
Definition
no transposition
Term
Celli
Definition
no transposition
Term
Flutes
Definition
no transposition
Term
Oboes
Definition
no transposition
Term
Bassoons
Definition
no transposition
Term
Trombones
Definition
no transposition
Term
Euphoniums (in bass clef)
Definition
no transposition
Term
Tubas
Definition
always sound as written
Term
Concert pitch
Definition
Sounding pitch
Term
Sounding pitch
Definition
The pitch as it sounds for any instrument
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Written pitch
Definition
The note written on the music, transposed or not
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