The Juilliard School - Evening Division - Course Descriptions

Course Descriptions
Performance Practice


Course	EVDIV 085
Title	The Juilliard Choral Union
Instructor	Judith Clurman, Director
Description	The Juilliard Choral Union is a community-based symphonic chorus comprised of volunteer singers from the metropolitan area dedicated to achieving the highest level of choral performance. Juilliard students, faculty, and staff members may also join the chorus. In addition to full choral rehearsals, singers will have sectional rehearsals, rehearsals with orchestra, dress rehearsals, and choral reading sessions that may take place at times other than the weekly scheduled rehearsal time. Performances will take place at The Juilliard School, Alice Tully Hall, Carnegie Hall, and other venues. Audition required. Please call (212) 799-5000, ext. 7048 or e-mail choralunion@juilliard.edu for an audition appointment. Not subject to N.Y. Philharmonic discount.
Duration	Full year commitment (September - May)
On	Wednesdays
Time	7 - 10 p.m.
Cost	$130 per year plus music purchase (approximately $25)


Course	EVDIV 060-1
Title	Alexander Technique
Instructor	Thomas Vasiliades
Description	The Alexander Technique “is a logical, common-sense approach that teaches a way of using the body with less tension and more efficiency as you carry out your daily activities...” (from Back Trouble, by D. Caplan). Studied and used by actors, musicians, dancers, writers, and athletes, the Alexander Technique can benefit all people, including those without discomfort, who wish to improve and explore themselves. This class, popular throughout Juilliard, is a hands-on approach to coordinating mind and body for maximum efficiency in all areas of life. Not subject to N.Y. Philharmonic discount
Duration	A one-semester (13-week) course
Date	Begin September 8 (fall); January 26 (spring)
On	13 Mondays
Time	6–7:30 p.m.
Cost	$350


Course	EVDIV 062
Title	Overcoming Performance Anxiety
Instructor	Diane Nichols
Description	Performance anxiety is a debilitating occupational hazard for musicians, actors, and dancers. A survey identified 36 percent of 2,010 orchestra players as struggling with stage fright. A related phenomenon, presentation anxiety, which strikes business professionals, can prevent advancement. Those suffering from stage fright avoid situations that create the anxiety. This class offers the opportunity to perform “in the fear,” in a safe environment. As you face the fight-or-flight phenomenon you will learn methods to quiet the physiological symptoms and neutralize critical cognitive judgments. Class lectures will also delve into theory, which explains the unconscious aspects of the problem. The format will include lectures, exercises, and class performances and presentations. Students say, “I’m surprised that I can manage the anxiety better. It’s a first step I never thought I would reach.” Not subject to N.Y. Philharmonic discount.
Duration	A one-semester (10-week) course
Date	Begins September 17(fall); January 28 (spring)
On	10 Wednesdays
Time	7 - 8:30 p.m.
Cost	$330


Course	EVDIV 415
Title	Introduction to Music Technology
Instructor	Milica Paranosic
Description	A basic course introducing the practical aspects of electronic music, including music sequencing, notation, sampling, digital recording and editing, and sound manipulation. All software and hardware will be explored through weekly compositional assignments. Basic Macintosh knowledge is required, and the ability to read music is suggested. Students will be expected to spend additional time in the electronic music lab outside of class. Information on studio equipment used in class is available in the Evening Division Office. Not subject to N.Y. Philharmonic discount.
Duration	A one-semester (13-week) course
Date	Begins September 8 (fall); January 26(spring)
On	13 Mondays
Time	6 - 8:00 p.m.
Cost	$570 plus $60 lab fee


Course	EVDIV 066
Title	On the Edge: Learning to Give Peak Performances
Instructor	Jean Kopperud
Description	"I can play/sing that at home, so why can't I do it on the stage, when it really counts?" Many performers do not know how to practice. They rush through rehearsals, or they try to do other things while practicing, or they neglect to think about the power of their material until performance night. This course, in essence, teaches you how to practice performing. Through unique techniques in physical, mental, and emotional preparation, students will not only find their rehearsals and performances more focused and consistent, but will also make themselves better audience members. All elements are placed in focus through class performances and, ultimately, a public recital. While this class is designed for active performers, anyone wishing to strengthen his or her performance skills can benefit. The class is limited to 15 students. Not subject to N.Y. Philharmonic discount.
Duration	13 weeks
Date	Begins September 11 (fall); January 29 (spring)
On	Thursdays
Time	5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Cost	$485


Course	EVDIV 050
Title	Sight Reading and Musicianship (Level I)
Instructor	Peiwen Chao
Description	This course comprises a thorough introduction to basic sight-singing skills based on the fixed-do solfge system. Students will learn to read, identify, and sing melodic intervals of seconds and thirds in treble clef; and, through weekly exercises, to develop the basic sense of rhythm up to the value of eighth notes. Interview required. Not subject to N.Y. Philharmonic discount.
Fall interviews:	September 4, 5, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Spring interviews:	January 21, 22, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Duration	13 weeks
Date	Begins September 8 (fall); January 26 (spring)
On	Mondays
Time	5:45 - 7:30 p.m.
Cost	$340 per semester


Course	EVDIV 051
Title	Sight Reading and Musicianship (Level II)
Instructor	Peiwen Chao
Description	This continuation of Level I material adds intervals of fourths and fifths, with more reading of treble clef; the introduction of bass clef; rhythmic training of triplets and 16th notes; and simple time signatures versus compound time signatures. There will be weekly in-class performances of the assigned homework. Placement interview required. Not subject to N.Y. Philharmonic discount.
Fall interviews:	September 4, 5, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Spring interviews:	January 21, 22, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Duration	13 weeks
Date	Begins September 8 (fall); January 26 (spring)
On	Mondays
Time	7:15 -8:30 p.m.
Cost	$340 per semester


Course	EVDIV 052
Title	Sight Reading Lab
Instructor	Lance Horne
Description	This is an advanced sight-reading class where students will learn to read the grand staff and add intervals of sixths, sevenths, and octaves, as well as the major and minor scales. Each person will also work on a project of his or her choosing to perform in class. Placement interview required. Not subject to N.Y. Philharmonic discount.
Fall interviews:	September 4, 5, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Spring interviews:	January 21, 22, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Duration	20 weeks, two semesters (10 weeks per semester)
Date	September 9 (fall); January 27 (spring)
On	Tuesdays
Time	8 - 10 p.m.
Cost	$350 per semester


Course	EVCRT 431
Title	Opera Workshop
Instructor	Vincent LaSelva
Description	In this opera study course, singers will enjoy working-rehearsal sessions of acts, scenes, and arias, with stress on musical interpretation, staging, and style. Operas to be covered will be chosen from the standard repertoire. Audition required.
Duration	A two-semester (28-week) course
Date	Begins September 13 (fall); January 17 (spring)
On	Saturdays
Time	1 - 4 p.m.
Auditions	Fall Auditions: September 4, 5 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Spring Auditions: January 8, 9 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Cost	$855 per semester / 3 credits per semester


Course	EVCRT 331
Title	Vocal Repertoire
Instructor	Marshall Williamson
Description	A repertoire-building and coaching seminar for singers who wish to expand their knowledge of the great art song literature in English, German, French, and Italian. Students may select their own projects or may request aid in repertoire selection. Selections from the semester’s work will be featured in a final class recital. Audition required.
Duration	A two-semester (28-week) course
Date	Begins September 11 (fall); January 15 (spring)
On	Thursdays
Time	6 - 8 p.m.
Auditions	Fall Auditions: September 4, 5, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Spring Auditions: January 8, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Cost	$570 per semester / 2 credits per semester

Voice Classes
Joyce McLean; Dodi Protero
The voice classes are designed to address the needs of singers at all stages of development and experience. Through competitive auditions, eight singers are selected for each class. Returning students must achieve a satisfactory level during the semester in order to continue. Each class begins with a physical and vocal warm-up, with the remaining time spent on the repertoire assigned to each individual student. The assignments are chosen from song literature, opera, oratorio, and classical musical theater. Class placement is based on ability and experience. Less experienced singers are usually placed in Voice I and Voice II, which are mixed-level classes. More advanced singers move to Voice III and Voice IV. Not subject to N.Y. Philharmonic discount.

Fall Auditions: September 4, 5, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Spring Auditions: January 21, 22, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Course	EVDIV 131
Title	Voice Class I (Mixed Level)
Duration	13 weeks
Date	Begins September 8 (fall); January 26 (spring)
On	Mondays
Time	5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Cost	$535 per semester $60 accompanist fee per semester

Course	EVDIV 231
Title	Voice Class II (Mixed Level)
Duration	13 weeks
Date	Begins September 11 (fall): January 29 (spring)
On	Thursdays
Time	6 - 8 p.m.
Cost	$535 per semester $60 accompanist fee per semester

Course	EVDIV 233
Title	Voice Class III (Advanced-Intermediate)
Duration	13 weeks
Date	Section 1: Begins September 9 (fall); January 27 (spring) Section 2: Begins September 11 (fall); January 29 (spring)
On	Section 1: Tuesdays Section 2: Thursdays
Time	Section 1: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Section 2: 8-10 p.m.
Cost	$535 per semester $60 accompanist fee per semester

Course	EVDIV 333
Title	Voice Class IV (Advanced)
Duration	13 weeks
Date	Begins September 9 (fall); January 27 (spring)
On	Tuesdays
Time	7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Cost	$535 per semester $60 accompanist fee per semester

Piano Classes
Liz Huang, Julie Jordan, Eva Kovalik
In these classes, students are encouraged to explore all aspects of the classical piano literature. This includes fundamental through advanced piano technique, style, interpretation, aids to memorization, and performance practice in a master class setting. The piano classes are group classes, limited to six students per section. Active listening and discussion are critical elements of group piano classes. All levels from beginning to advanced are welcome. Informal performances are given through-out the semester. Students are placed in levels according to playing ability. A placement audition is required. Pleasenote: Piano Fundamentals and Piano Class II are not offered for credit. Piano classes are not subject to N.Y. Philharmonic discount.

Fall Auditions: August 26, 27, & September 4, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Spring Auditions: Beginning in December, please call the Evening Division Office at (212) 799-5040 to schedule an audition.

Course	EVDIV 141
Title	Piano Fundamentals (Beginning)
Duration	A two-semester (28-week) course
On	Section 1: Mondays Section 2: Tuesdays
Time	Section 1: 5:30- 6:45 p.m. Section 2: 6:45 - 8 p.m.
Cost	$570 per semester / Non-credit

Course	EVDIV 241
Title	Piano Class II (Intermediate)
Duration	Two-semester (28-weeks)
On	Section 1: Tuesdays Section 2: Thursdays
Time	Section 1: 5:30 - 6:45 p.m. Section 2: 8:15 - 9:30p.m.
Cost	$570 per semester / Non-credit

Course	EVCRT 341
Title	Piano Class III (Advanced-Intermediate)
Duration	Two-semester (28-weeks)
On	Section 1: Mondays Section 2: Tuesdays Section 3: Tuesdays Section 4: Thursdays
Time	Section 1: 6:45- 8:45 p.m. Section 2: 5 - 7 p.m. Section 3: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Section 4: 6:15 - 8:15p.m
Cost	$570 per semester / 2 credits per semester (optional)

Course	EVCRT 441
Title	Piano Class IV (Advanced)
Duration	Two-semester (28-weeks)
On	Section 1: Mondays Section 2: Mondays Section 3: Tuesdays Section 4: Tuesdays Section 5: Wednesdays
Time	Section 1: 7- 9p.m. Section 2: 8:15 - 10:15 p.m. Section 3: 3 - 5 p.m. Section 4: 7-9p.m. Section 5: 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Cost	$570 per semester / 2 credits per semester (optional)


Course	EVCRT 443
Title	Two Pianos (Advanced)
Instructor	Eva Kovalik
Description	Students learn to practice and perform original works for four hands, one and two pianos. The class emphasizes rehearsal technique and interpretation, with an added focus on the piano parts of chamber music. An annual public performance is featured. Audition required.
Duration	A two-semester (28-week) course
Date	Begins September 10 (fall); January 14 (spring)
On	Wednesdays
Time	Section 1: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Section 2: 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Auditions	Fall Auditions: August 26, 27, & September 4, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Spring Auditions: January 8, 9,4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Cost	$570 per semester / 2 credits per semester


Course	EVCRT 641
Title	Keyboard Studies
Instructor	Emily White
Description	An ideal class for performers, composers, music directors, or teachers who wish to broaden their reading and general keyboard facility. Subjects covered will include four-part harmony at the piano, improvisation in classical style, harmonization of melodies, introduction to orchestral score-reading, basic transposition skills, incorporation of vocal and accompaniment textures, rhythmic exercises, and sight-reading. Prerequisites: Piano class placement at level II or higher, theory placement in L&M I or higher, reading fluency in treble and bass clefs with some knowledge of alto and tenor clefs. Audition and placement test required.
Duration	A two-semester (28-week) course
Date	Begins September 10 (fall); January 14 (spring)
On	Wednesdays
Time	7:40 - 9:25 p.m.
Auditions	Fall Auditions: September 4, 5, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Spring Auditions: January 8, 9,4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Cost	$570 per semester / 2 credits per semester


Course	EVCRT 445
Title	Piano Literature (Advanced)
Instructor	Julie Jordan
Description	The most advanced piano class offered in the Evening Division, Piano Literature is designed for pianists who wish to enhance both their performance and listening skills by acquiring a more comprehensive knowledge of the piano repertoire. Students will learn the elements of style and form from all musical periods. Music will be presented by class members each week and occasionally by a guest artist. Both fall and spring semesters will culminate with a class recital. Audition required. Students will be asked to play two contrasting works from two different musical periods.
Duration	A two-semester (28-week) course
Date	Begins September 8 (fall); January 12 (spring)
On	Mondays
Time	6:15-8:15 p.m.
Auditions	Fall Auditions: August 26, 27, & September 4, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Spring Auditions: January 8, 9,4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Cost	$570 per semester / 2 credits per semester


Course	EVCRT 461
Title	Orchestral Conducting
Instructor	Vincent LaSelva
Description	A practical course in orchestral conducting, including baton technique, score analysis, and the study of technical and musical problems involved in conducting Classical and contemporary works. Interview required.
Duration	A two-semester (28-week) course
Date	Section 1: Begins September 8 (fall); January 12 (spring) Section 2: Begins September 9 (fall); January 13 (spring)
On	Section 1: Mondays Section 2: Tuesdays
Time	Section 1: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Section 2: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Auditions	Fall Auditions: September 4, 5 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Spring Auditions: January 8, 9,4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Cost	$570 per semester / 2 credits per semester

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Listen to a performance by the Juilliard Choral Union of the Mozart Requiem, given on Sept. 11, 2002 as part of the School's 9/11 commemorative events.