MUSC X 498.3 - Fundamentals of Conducting: From the Symphony to the Scoring Stage

Course Description

Learn the fundamentals of conducting taught by a professional film and concert conductor. You will practice all aspects of baton technique, including beat patterns, irregular meters and contrasting articulations/gestures. You will work on cueing, conducting to picture, conducting to a click track and podium presence. You will conduct live professional musicians as well as conduct to recordings. Attendance is strongly encouraged for the first class meeting, during which important foundations are established. Conducting begins at the second meeting and attendance is mandatory.

Course Outline

Learn the fundamentals of conducting from a professional film and concert conductor with practice focusing on baton technique, cueing, and other aspects. Work with live professional musicians to practice skills learned.

Notes

Contact:
(310) 825-9064
entertainmentstudies@uclaextension.edu

Prerequisites

The equivalent of two years of training in music at the college level, or consent of instructor.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

Acting : Elective Courses
Directing : Elective Courses
Entertainment Studies : Elective Courses
Film and TV Development : Elective Courses
Film Scoring : Practical Requirement, Elective Courses
Independent Music Production : Elective Courses
Music Business : Elective Courses
Post-Production : Elective Courses
Study Abroad at UCLA Program : Required