APST 807 - Oberlin Improvisation and Newmusic Collective

Semester Offered: First and Second Semester
Credits (Range): 1
Ensemble devoted to learning trans-idiomatic improvisation techniques and indeterminate pieces in a workshop setting. In addition to weekly full ensemble rehearsals, participation in a small breakout ensemble is required. It is expected that these small ensembles will spend a significant amount of time rehearsing outside of class. Class time is spent hearing from these ensembles and from small impromptu formations, and with rehearsing full ensemble pieces. Improvisational experience and conventional instrumental virtuosity not required (though welcome).
Enrollment Limit: 20
Instructor: P. Bloland
Consent of the Instructor Required? Yes