Classic Expression: the effect of storytelling in a classical concert for children
(2022)
author(s): Vivian de Graaff
published in: KC Research Portal
The traditional way of classical concerts – i.e. a concert of 1,5 hour, no moving or making sounds, no interaction – is not the way to attract children to classical music. There are different inviting ways to interest children in a classical performance, for example with interaction, participation or storytelling. In this research we investigate if storytelling has an effect on children’s enthusiasm for classical music and their likeability of playing an instrument themselves. Furthermore, we assess if there is a relation between musical interest, engagement and/or emotional intensity during the concert. We do this by comparing a story-condition with a technical information-condition, in which the presenter talks about the instruments or the performance location. It is executed in the Classic Express, a concert truck in which laureates of the Prinses Christina Concours, a Dutch competition for young musicians, perform and present classical music for primary school classes. Children answer questions before, directly after and one week after the concert about how much they like the music, if they want to experience it again and if they are interested in playing a musical instrument themselves. The results can support musicians wanting to give engaging performances to children, improve the quality of concerts for this target audience and raise likeability of classical music in young generations.
Applications of Scratch Music: A Personal Approach
(2022)
author(s): Robert Nettleship
Limited publication. Only visible to members of the portal : KC Research Portal
My research is based on the practices of the Scratch Orchestra and how that can inform my process and work as a composer.
Observations on the Florid Bassoon: Making Music in Eighteenth Century London with Johann Ernst Galliard and Pier Francisco Tosi
(2022)
author(s): Matt Lewis
Limited publication. Only visible to members of the portal : KC Research Portal
A look into the practical applications of Galliard's 1742 Translation of Tosi's 1723 Opinioni de' cantori antichi e moderni for a bassoonist. Specifically with a focus on Galliard's own bassoon sonatas.
Attentional Resources and Focus in Music Setting: Facilitating Practice and Performance Paradigm
(2022)
author(s): Matej Lacković
Limited publication. Only visible to members of the portal : KC Research Portal
Attention is a multi-facet mechanism, whose processes are complex and ambiguous to theorize, even to the present day. However, more clear observations can be seen through the effects of attention, which permeate almost every aspect of our lives. Therefore, successful music performance outcome is greatly dependent on attentional resources, which influence our perception and responses. However, the lack of understanding often leaves performers without the proper tools to correct, reflect, respond, or manage unwanted, non-stimulating occurrences. Having poor management of attentional resources myself, I was curious and asked myself, “What can I do to change that?”
Connecting attentional resources and focus with music settings, I narrowed my research to mechanisms, and processes, relevant for the purposes of this research - and formed a body of data, which attributed to the intervention phase. Therefore, the following research has been divided into three methodologically oriented steps: 1st) literature and past studies review, 2nd) interviewing experts from sports and performance psychology, and music psychology, 3rd) intervention phase.
In the last stage, I engaged myself in a self-study type of intervention, which consisted of 1) planning practice sessions (SMART goal, Randomized Practice Schedule), 2) methodological practice (automation of fine motor skills and movements), and 3) before/during music performance management skills - mindfulness and reappraisals (FFMQ questionnaire, a set of mental attributing techniques). Analyzing questionnaires and reflective reports - and comparing audio recordings, I noticed better management of thoughts, emotions, and overall experience of performing. With the following findings, I address the importance of integrating attention-attributing techniques into professional music settings.
Imagery and Improvisation: The I's In Musical Practice
(2022)
author(s): Filipe Henriques de Oliveira
Limited publication. Only visible to members of the portal : KC Research Portal
This artistic research aims to analyse the effectiveness of the application of imagery and improvisation in my practice. These practice strategies have been explored in abundance individually but not so much in combination. A practice method combining both was created in order to understand its impact on the motivation, focus, satisfaction, level of energy, enjoyment and engagement with the musical piece experienced by a classical guitarist during practice sessions. These levels were monitored by using an after practice questionnaire. Furthermore, live presentations and the use of the Critical Response Process were used to obtain external feedback as to understand how much the employment of this technique in practice affected the performance. The application of this method proved to be effective in my motivation and expressive feeling. However, its application must be previously well planned as it is explained at the end of this exposition.
Classic Expression: Classical music performances for children in (Special) Education
(2022)
author(s): Camilla Genee
Limited publication. Only visible to members of the portal : KC Research Portal
Final version research
Classic Expression: Classical music performances for children in (Special) Education.
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