Description
For many students, the concert going experience is entirely new; they are not sure what to wear, how to plan for the event, when to applaud, how to use the program, and how to evaluate what they have heard. There are many different types of concert going opportunities: from traditional classical recitals to church choir performances to jazz and rock clubs, each having its own special etiquette and rules for behavior. This book will offer a concise, friendly guide for the student to how to attend and enjoy concerts as a lifelong activity.
Table of Contents
1. Types of Performances
Classical: Instrumental
Orchestra
Chamber Music
Solo Recital
Classical: Vocal
Solo Recital
Choral
Religious Choir
Opera
Popular Musical Theater
Jazz & Rock
Concert Hall
Club
Festivals
Folk, Traditional, and World
2. Discovering Opportunities to Hear Music
Newspapers/Arts Sections
Specialized Publications
Radio
Website
Mailing Lists
Season Subscriptions
Box Offices
Saving Money (Student Rush, etc.)
Open Rehearsals
Special Needs/Assistance (Handicap access, hearing impaired, etc.)
3. Classical Instrumental Performances
Preparing for the Concert
What to Bring
The Program: How to Use It
Types of Pieces
Basic Terminology
Etiquette and Behavior
When to Applaud
4. Opera
Preparation: Learning the Story
The Program: How to Use It
Why Aren’t Operas Sung in English?
Supertitles and Other Aids
Special Demands of Opera Singing
Maximizing Your Enjoyment
5. Popular Musical Theater
Preparation
Original Productions vs. Revivals
The Program: How to Use It
Etiquette and Behavior
Festivals: Survival Strategies
6. Rock and Jazz
Preparation
Surviving Nightclubs and Bars
Protecting Your Ears
Etiquette and Behavior
Festivals: Survival Strategies
7. Folk, World, and Traditional
Understanding Different Cultures
Preparing for the Concert
Surviving Coffeehouses and Clubs
Etiquette and Behavior
8. Writing About What You Hear
Taking Notes During Performances
Using the Program
Weighing Audience Reaction
Evaluating Musical Performances
Glossary
Bibliography/Webography
Appendix
Concert Venues in Major University Towns
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