Classical repertoire needs the spontaneity of improvisation, which, in turn, benefits from the deep listening and discipline of the repertoire. In the end, it is all simply making music, but these two different ways of expression have a great deal to offer each other \u2013 the great classical composers were all masters of both arts.<\/p>\n
This masterclass offers an original opportunity for an in-depth study and experimentation in two areas of musical performance that are only apparently different and contrasting, and that are here approached by the two great artists in an integrated programme. The rigour of the\u00a0Russian violin school<\/strong>\u00a0will dialogue and interact with the\u00a0creative<\/strong>\u00a0and extemporaneous approach of<\/strong>\u00a0improvisation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Active students will be involved in individual and group lessons with both Professors; the master class will include performance moments and will end with a\u00a0final concert<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Due to these peculiarities, attendance is open not only to\u00a0violinists<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0cellists<\/strong>, but also to\u00a0all<\/strong>\u00a0other\u00a0string<\/strong>\u00a0players<\/strong>\u00a0interested in developing and enriching their artistic skills and performance qualities.<\/em><\/p>\n The two modules will focus on the following topics:<\/p>\n Viktoria Mullova \u2013 Phrasing and expression in classical and romantic repertoire<\/strong><\/p>\n The extraordinary violinist Viktoria Mullova, living witness to the value of the Russian violin school, will place particular emphasis on the features of legato and phrasing. \u00a0<\/strong>Matthew Barley \u2013 Improvisation as a creative approach to music-making<\/strong> Attendance to this course is required 100%.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Classical repertoire needs the spontaneity of improvisation, which, in turn, benefits from the deep listening and discipline of the repertoire. In the end, it is all simply making music, but these two different ways of expression have a great deal to offer each other \u2013 the great classical composers were all masters of both arts. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":27010,"template":"","cat_corso":[252],"tipologia":[240],"class_list":["post-37127","corso","type-corso","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","cat_corso-string-ensemble","tipologia-masterclass-en"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"
\nThrough an in-depth study of pieces by Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Schumann, Brahms, Mendelssohn, Sibelius, Prokofiev, Shostakovich, special emphasis will also be placed on good practice and improving the method of study. Under her guidance, students will develop the ability to identify technical problems and find appropriate solutions, as well as learn to listen to themselves and develop a critical approach to their practice.<\/p>\n
\nMatthew Barley \u2013 multifaceted cellist and composer \u2013 leads a module dedicated to improvisation. Students will be able to experiment and understand the dynamics underlying extemporaneous composition, both in solo and ensemble, mastering techniques drawn from traditional and non-traditional repertoires. Particular attention will be given to breathing and listening, aimed at the free expression of\u00a0one\u2019s own musical personality.<\/p>\n