Publication Date

2009-12-02

Availability

Open access

Degree Type

Doctoral Essay

Degree Name

Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA)

Department

Instrumental Performance (Music)

Date of Defense

2009-11-17

First Committee Member

Luciano Magnanini, M.M. - Committee Chair

Second Committee Member

Dennis Kam, D.M.A. - Committee Member

Third Committee Member

Margaret Donaghue, D.M.A. - Committee Member

Fourth Committee Member

Terri A. Scandura - Committee Member

Fifth Committee Member

Robert Weiner, M.M - Committee Member

Abstract

This essay describes basic preparation techniques for oboe auditions through examples demonstrated in selected oboe excerpts. The application of these methods in the selected oboe excerpts will help to reinforce the objective of each outlined preparation technique. Three aspects regarding preparation techniques are discussed. Technical Preparation describes different practice methods intended to increase technical performance consistency for an audition. Performance Internalization details the mental approach to accurately prepare a solo audition before an audition committee. Critical Factors Involving Reed Preparation describes effective processes in reed preparation through the analysis of reed-making sources. Basic Preparation for Oboe Auditions by Using Selected Oboe Excerpts is intended as an audition preparation source for amateur oboists. This essay can additionally serve as a basic and fundamental reference for higher level performers who are preparing to play auditions.

Keywords

Audition Preparation; Oboe

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