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Overview of available

Electives in the Bachelor


School year 2017-2018
Introduction
Electives are, next to obligatory modules and lessons, part of the Bachelor curriculum of the Prince
Claus Conservatoire. These electives are developed to let you as a student make choices within your
education and start giving direction to your personal profile in your education. As the study
progresses the freedom of choice and the possibility to shape the open credits yourself grow, so you
can increasingly profile yourself by the implementation of the open credits.

During the first two years of your study you must fill your open credits by choosing electives which
are offered by the conservatoire. The SLB-counsellors will guide you making these choices if you
want. In the last two years of your study you can bring in your own projects or activities next to these
electives, as part of the open credits. Electives are in general not bound to a specific study year,
which means groups will be put together with students of different years and departments. For some
electives certain criteria will be applicable to be able to attend that specific elective.

The number of ECs in open credits grow during your study at the Prince Claus Conservatoire.
First year students have 3 ECs
Second year students have 4 ECs
Third year students have 4 ECs
Fourth year student have 6 ECs
Youll find an overview of the electives of this season in this study manual.

What do you need to do?


Carefully read the overview with the electives and make a choice for the modules you want to take
this season. Pay attention to the amount of credits you need to fill, and the period the lessons are
taught. It is wise to spread the work load a bit.
Although we have tried to schedule all the electives very carefully, it is your own responsibility to
check if you are available on the times the lessons are being given. This relates to all lessons (main
subject, theory, regular lessons, electives, project etc.!).
For each elective you want to take, you need to fill in an application form, and you also need to sign
up for a second choice, in case your module of first choice doesnt have enough places. Youll find the
application form in the attachment.

Send your form to Mirjam Bodewes (m.bodewes-de.vries@pl.hanze.nl) before September 15.


Lessons will start from September 18, unless otherwise specified.

Contact
If you have any questions or remarks, please contact Mirjam Bodewes.

All information from this study manual can also be found on BlackBoard in the course Electives. You
can also find the application form in the course.
HeartMath
When: Fridays (3 groups between 09.00 and 13.00, 10 lessons)
Credits: 1 EC
Group: max. 6 students per group
Teacher: Paul Komen
Entry requirements: none

Content:
HeartMath is an easy way to reduce stress and increase energy in musical performance and personal
situations. It is simple, effective and scientifically supported. HeartMath was founded in 1991 by Doc
Childre and builds on research based, practical and reliable tools to increase flow and reduce the
harmful effects of stress.

By learning HeartMath techniques you will start recognizing and reducing stressfull patterns in your
behaviour, resulting in better focus and performance. After training the various HeartMath technique
you can integrate them in your musical and daily life.
Sustainable Performance
When: Thursdays, 11.00-12.00 (weekly lesson, 2 semesters)
Credits: 2 EC
Group: max. 12 students
Teacher: Fie Schouten and guest teachers
Entry requirements: none

Content:
Professional music performance is demanding, not only mentally, but also physically. Music is not
only art, it is sport. In this course, musicians learn to know their bodies and find out how to deal with
health issues competently. They learn how to develop resilient bodies and minds and how to work
directly on the prevention of injury and stress.
Contemporary Music
When: Thursday, 11.30-12.30 (weekly lesson, 2 semesters)
Credits: 2 ECs
Group: max. 10 students
Teacher: Klaas ten Holt
Entry requirements: none

Content:
The lessons Contemporary Music have a place in the study programme of Composition, Music- and
Studioproductions, and are open for other students as an optional. The subject of the lessons ranges
from expressionism (Scho nberg, Berg and Webern) to the latest developments in contemporary
music. The composition techniques are discussed, and there is a lot of listening to pieces, and reading
with scores.
The elective Contemporary Music is a 2 year course, but you can choose to follow the elective for 1
year.
Digital Music Notation
When: Monday, 15.45-16.30
Credits: 1 EC
Group: max. 10 students per group
Teacher: Klaas van der Woude
Entry requirements: none

Content:
With this module you learn to work with the computer programme Finale to make digital scores.
You need to master digital music notation in order to successfully follow the subject Arranging (in the
3rd year). Digital Music Notation is an obligatory elective for all 1st year students who dont pass the
level test in the introduction week.
Chamber Music in France in the 19th century
When: 2e semester (weekly lesson), day/time t.b.a.
Credits: 2 ECs
Group: max. 15 students
Teacher: Egbert Jan Louwerse/Wiebe Buis
Entry requirements: None

Content:
A lot of things were going on in France in the 19th century. Paris could be seen as the centre of
cultural life in Europe for a long time. Political events have had major consequences on cultural life. It
is very interesting to see how these events have influenced the development of chamber music
thought the 19th century and how some composers may have been forgotten.

This Elective is divided into 2 blocks of 5 lessons each. In the first block we dive into the historical /
contextual part of this elective. What has happened, why and by whom? We talk about revolutions,
opera, chamber music, the conservatoires, the world exhibitions, the famous socits and salons.
You yourself will also try to find some answers and will discover composers and pieces that are new
to you by doing a very short research and presentation in small groups.

The second block is about playing pieces you have found with colleagues inside or outside this
elective. Together we rehearse, demonstrate, teach and get taught. We try to discover why the way
of playing of this music is so French. Oris it?

We finish this elective by combining all our pieces into a concert. You, as an expert on your piece, will
write the program notes.
Performance & Communication
When: Wednesday, 10.00-12.00
Credits: 2 ECs
Group: 16 students per group
Teacher: Philip Curtis
Entry requirements: none

Content:
All the Worlds a stage, and all the men and women merely players wrote William Shakespeare
in his play, As You Like It, and this applies to musicians on the concert podium as well.
If you are unsure of how to behave on the concert platform; if you are unsure about how, or whether
you should introduce your own concerts; if you want to make more of your presentational skills, this
is the course for you. We will also explore new audiences and different ways of presenting your
work, both as a soloist and as an ensemble. Connecting to our audience is vital is you are to be a
successful musician, no matter which genres you are working in. There are ten two-hour lessons in
both the first and second semester and places are limited.

Planning:
6 september intro + M&D intro
20 september 10:00-12:00
27 september 10:00-12:00
11 oktober 10:00-12:00
18 oktober 10:00-12:00
Herfstvakantie
1 november 10:00-12:00
15 november 10:00-12:00
22 november 10:00-12:00
29 november 10:00-12:00
Kerstvakantie
10 januari 10:00-12:00
17 januari 10:00-12:00
24 januari 10:00-12:00
31 januari 10:00-12:00
7 februari 10:00-12:00
14 februari 10:00-12:00
21 februari 10:00-12:00
7 maart 10:00-12:00
Historical Development
When: Monday, 11.00-12.30 (semester I)
Credits: 1 ECs
Group: max. 7 students per group
Teacher: Johan Hofmann
Entry requirements: finished propaedeutical year

Content:
Trying to convey a composers original intention towards an audience always asks a lot of any
performer. In this course you will be given lots of tools that will enable you to create a sustainable
interpretation independently. The focus will be on music from the 18th century. Every participant will
play, on their main instrument, all matter discussed and shown during the course.
At the end of the course you will plat tow (short) pieces of your own choir, in two different styles
from the 18th century on your main instrument. In playing, and in a short verbal explanation, you
have to show why you have come to this specific interpretation.
Basic skills conducting I
When: Wednesday, 09.30-10.20
Credits: 1 EC
Group: max. 5 students per group (2 groups a year)
Teacher: Peter Stam
Entry requirements: finished propaedeutical year

Content:
- Posture and positions
- Basis conducting technique 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 3/8, 6/8. Possibly irregular time signatures
- Fermates, entrance cues and dynamics
- Studying scores
- Interaction with musicians
Basic skills conducting II
When: Wednesday, time t.b.a. (semester 2)
Credits: 1 EC
Group: max. 5 students per group
Teacher: Peter Stam
Entry requirements: finished basic skills conducting I

Content:
Basic skills conducting II is a follow up to the first pilot of this course, and deepens and broadens the
skills you mastered in the first semester.
CTS+
When: Fridays, 08.30-09.30 (weekly lesson, 2 semesters)
Credits: 2 ECs
Group: max. 8 students
Teacher: Theo Jellema
Entry requirements: finished propaedeutical year

Content:
Module 1: Harmony writing lied- and chorale harmonization
Module 2: Harmony free assignments
Harmony and Counterpoint
For 3rd year students classical music, an experimental programme (pilot) with
harmony/counterpoint electives will be offered in the 2nd semester. They are informed
about this programme in a separate e-mail.

For more information: r.salverda@pl.hanze.nl


Philosophy and Aesthetics of Music
When: t.b.a.
Credits: 2 EC
Group: t.b.a.
Teacher: Wiebe Buis
Entry requirements: t.b.a.

Content:
"Beauty is in the ear of the listener and the eye of the beholder".

Really?

In the musical discourse there is no lack of personal (and often strong) opinions.

Opinions are freely expressed about music itself, performances, performers, composers and so on.
Often these opinions take the form of (subjective) judgement and criticism.

Judging and assessing is of course unavoidable for example in the case of competitions and/or
auditions. Also numerous recordings and performances are reviewed in papers, journals and on the
internet. The giving of "stars" (1-5) is nowadays a current technique of giving a mark. No
underpinning, reasoning or argumentation required. The same goes for voting via the internet in
television competitions. Vox populi vox Dei?

If we think we have to form an opinion about music and related aspects, we should be aware of the
fundaments on which we build our opinions. If we are not aware of those fundaments we should
start searching for them. If you think you don't need those fundaments because you are convinced of
your personal pure and exquisite taste and intuition, PLEASE stay away from this elective... thank
you.

Our main activities in this elective will be

Reading
Listening
Thinking
Talking

about music focused on topics like

Aesthetics (what is beauty or: the good the bad and the ugly in music)
Perception (what do we listen and look for in music and why and how do we do it)
Evaluation, opinions and criticism (finding the approriate words or other ways of
communicating)

Our textbooks will be:


- Scruton, R. (2016). Understanding Music: Philosophy and Interpretation. Bloomsbury.
(Kindle 13,06; Paperback 17,20)
- Scruton, Roger, S. (2011). Beauty: A Very Short Introduction. Oxford: Oxford University Press. (Free
on ebrary Hanze.nl)
Innovative workshop
Cooperation for student of the Prince Claus Conservatoire, Arts Academy Minerva and Academy of
Social Studies

When: througout the year (not weekly), planning t.b.a.


Credits: 2 or 3 ECs, depending on choices during the project
Teacher: Chara Riala (external project leader/alumnus Prince Claus Conservatoire)
Entry requirements: none

Content:
In this cooperation between students of the Prince Claus Conservatoire, Arts Academy Minerva and
Academy of Social Studies we will work together with partners from the district De Oosterpoort. We
will work toward a cultural weekend in March/April, for which we will also mobilize creative partners
from the district (artists and musicians) to participate. Also schools, community centers and other
partners will be involved.
EWI (Electronic Wind Instrument)
When: Fridays, individual lessons
Credits: 2 ECs
Group: max. 5 students
Teacher: Itai Weissman
Entry requirements: for 3rd and 4th year woodwind students

Content:
The EWI is an innovative instrument designed for the woodwind player that seeks to be
introduced to the world of live electronics. It is a tool of composition as well as a live
instrument. Into the Box is an introduction course/workshop that wishes connect the ones
who are fascinated by its unique musical approach by presenting a world of musical inspiration.
Process
- Approaching the instrument
Presenting the challenges of playing the EWI. Discussing subjects such as sound/timbre,
technique and musical expression. Discussing the featured elements of the EWI , presenting a
series of exercises and etudes written especially for the EWI with the goal to obtain basic
control.
- History and its players
Talking about key players of the EWI , transcribing and analyzing selected solos . Making a
comparison between their playing on the EWI and on their acoustical instrument.
- Play the music , not the instrument
A new take over transcriptions , the student will asked to bring in self-selected transcriptions
of his choice with the focus to transcribe not only the notes but also the playing
characteristics of the Instrument (Articulation, featured technique , use of sound production ,
use of effects and more) with the goal to create awareness over new playing possibilities.
Musical examples will shown in the introduction and during the course.
Result
- Composition
The student will be asked to write short pieces for the EWI , focusing on its special features
(Range , Sustain/polyphony , Interval Lock/Harmonizer) with the goal to perform their music
solo or with an ensemble.
Students need to hire an instrument for the duration of the lessons.
Improv-e your playing I
When: Wednesday, 10.30-12.30 (12 lessons, 1st semester)
Credits: 2 ECs per semester
Group: 10-12 students
Teacher: Jenifer Yanez Villahermosa
Entry requirements: none

Content:
This module teaches the basics of Improv-comedy, a theatre genre in which characters and
scenes are created on the spot based on simple suggestions. Exploring this genre through
games and applying the skills on music, we create a holistic learning laboratory in which
listening, mindfulness, spontaneity, and self and mutual confidence are the main focus.
Improv-e your playing II

When: Wednesday, 10.30-12.30 (12 lessons, 2nd semester)


Credits: 2 ECs per semester
Group: 10-12 students
Teacher: Jenifer Yanez Villahermosa
Entry requirements: finished Improv-e your playing! I

Content:
Improv-e your playing! II is a follow-up to the first course. This module focuses on
developing improvisation theatre skills further as well as enhancing active listening; making
easier the process of creating harmonies, melodies and rhythmical patterns on the spot
within a group, being the lead but also making sensible choices to be supportive.
Cross Arts Project: Collaboration of the Arts Academy
Minerva and Prince Claus Conservatoire
When: February-May
Credits: 3 ECs
Teachers: Niels Vermeulen and t.b.a.
Festival dates: t.b.a.
Meetings: weekly LAB meetings
Group: music and visual arts students
Entry requirements: none

Content:
In 2018 Groningen is celebrating the 100 year anniversary of the foundation of the arts collective De
Ploeg (the Plough). This Groninger collective of visual artists, musicians and writers started a
collaboration in order to inspire each other and change the artistic landscape of Groningen. Their
collaboration resulted in innovative ideas of art making which was noticed way beyond the local art
scene of Groningen.

The project 100 jaar de Ploeg is a collaboration between the conservatoire and the arts academy
and offers students from both academies the opportunity to meet and create art together. Inspired
by some of the ideas of de Ploeg participating students will make contemporary cross arts work.
Teachers from both the conservatoire and arts academy will be involved in coaching the process. The
emphasis of the creative process will lay on exploring the different perspectives and artistic
languages of the participating students.
The results (work) made during this project will be presented in a cross arts festival organised by the
Conservatoire and Arts Academy in collaboration with the 100 jaar de Ploeg festival organisation
and the Groninger Museum.
Learning and Teaching by sharing the stage
When: Thursday, 09.30-11.00 (13 lessons)
Credits: 1 EC
Group: 6-12 students
Teacher: Guillem Cabr Salagre
Entry requirements: only for string players

Content:
The course is based on three main pillars: Expression and communication through music, group
learning within a learning community, and the development of a musicians profile.
This course addresses the concert situation as a triangle (performer-piece-audience) and looks at the
music perception from the perspective of the audience. Main aims of the module are to develop
awareness, creativity and practical tools in order to deal with the preparation of a performance. The
course also aims to develop an open attitude in the students and their ability to interact with other
students and teachers in a constructive and non-judgemental way. This will lead to a stronger and
more efficient learning environment.
To conclude, the course invites the students to define their own ideas and principles towards music
and to build up their personal profile as musicians as a fundamental part of their future careers. The
course wants to inspire and motivate participants to wonder about the broad possibilities in the
music world, and how we can work on an inclusive profile with all our fields of interest.
Improvisation I
When: Tuesday, 09.30-11.00 (13 lessons)
Credits: 1 EC
Group: 6-12 students
Teacher: Jan Ruerd Oosterhaven
Entry requirements: none

Content:
The importance of improvisation is becoming more and more clear. Improvisation in music serves as
a strong means of expressing musical identity, as a basic element of skills and insights in harmony
and melody and of course as an artistic practice in itself. Improvisation is important for every
musician no matter what kind of music style he or she represents.
The improvisation lessons offered at the PCC are focussing on the basic skills of improvisation. You
will practice improvisation techniques, styles and approaches in a workshop setting. Music making
and collaborative learning are core principles in every lesson of this module.
Improvisation II

When: Tuesday, 11.00-12.30 (13 lessons)


Credits: 1 EC
Group: 6-12 students
Teacher: Jan Ruerd Oosterhaven
Entry requirements: fninshed Improvisation O

Content:
After having participated in the first improvisation module you get the chance to continue
developing your improvisation knowledge and skills in improvisation in the course called
Improvisation II. In the sessions of this module you continue improvising on a more independent
level. Participants will form small improvisation ensembles and will prepare new pieces based on
improvisation. You will explore and analyse new techniques, styles and approaches. Artistic identity,
flexibility, fast decision making, communication and listening are core words for this module.
Creative Ensemble
When: t.b.a. (13 lessons)
Credits: 1 EC
Group: 12 students
Teacher: Jan Ruerd Oosterhaven
Entry requirements: none

Content:
In the Creative Ensemble students from all departments of the PCC come together and create
compositions based on cross-genre-improvisation. This work is adapted to a specific context in
which the work will be performed at the end of a semester. Students develop their creative skills in
the area of improvisation , instant composing, creative collaboration, context based practice, group
composition and ensemble performing. Students commit to the ensemble for at least 1 semester.
Creative Workshop Leading I
When: Friday, 11.00-12.30 (13 lessons)
Credits: 1 EC
Group: 6-12 students
Teacher: Niels Vermeulen
Entry requirements: none

Content:
The elective Creative Workshop Leading is focusing on different leadership skills and the context of
a creative workshop. Participants of creative workshops collaboratively compose new pieces of
music. In the module you will experiment with techniques and exercises which are helpful in the
process of creating music and leading a mixed ensemble. The exercises are warm ups, vocal,
rhythmical and instrumental improvisation and composition exercises. You will also work on
communication and the basics of group dynamics.
Didactiek van de instrumentale groepsles
When: Friday, 09.30-11.00
Credits: 1 EC
Group: 12 students
Teacher: Jappie Kuipers
Entry requirements: Dutch language, only brass and percussion

Content:

De rol en het takenpakket van de instrumentale docent wordt in de huidige praktijk steeds breder en
intensiever door o.a. het geven van klassikale-, groeps- en individuele lessen. Het werken in deze
verschillende settingen vraagt om een uitgebreid handelingsrepertoire, door vooral uitbreiding en
vernieuwing van het didactische repertoire.
Centraal hierbij is de auditieve aanpak in de instrumentale groepsles; luisteren ligt aan de basis van
bijna alle muzikale leerprocessen, het vormt de leerling zich de innerlijke klank te kunnen
voorstellen, een zelfstandige smaak en een persoonlijke noot te ontwikkelen.
Gedurende de lessen zullen diverse werkvormen worden ervaren in de omgeving van een
leerwerkplaats, toegespitst op verschillende groepssamenstellingen.
Ik hoop dat deze module een extra impuls en motivatie is voor de aankomende instrumentale
docenten.

Planning:
1. 22 september
2. 29 september
3. 13 oktober
4. 20 oktober
5. 3 november
6. 17 november
7. 24 november
8. 1 december
9. 12 januari
10. 19 januari
11. Evt. 26 januari voor uitloop, of inhaalles.
Application form

Name

Study

Instrument

First choice Please make sure your choices add up to the full amount of needed credits!
(name electives)

Second (name electives)


choice

Motivation Describe in appr. 100 words why you choose this optional, and what you
think/hope to develop during the module

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