Modernizing Practice Paradigms for New Music: Periodization Theory and Peak Performance Exemplified Through Extended Techniques

by Jennifer Borkowski

Overview

The author sets new music preparation in an historical context, discussing both transformative learning through studying new scores and autonomous learning in the YouTube age. She proposes new ways forward through conscious use of the two, using periodization from sport science as a framework.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783631673973
Publisher:	Peter Lang GmbH, Internationaler Verlag der Wissenschaften
Publication date:	04/20/2016
Series:	The Art and Science of Music Teaching and Performance , #2
Pages:	118
Product dimensions:	5.83(w) x 8.27(h) x (d)

About the Author

Jennifer Borkowski received a masters in music performance and earned her doctorate in instrumental music education. She is a classical flutist, recording artist, certified figure skating professional and active as a researcher as well as a solo composer/performer.

Table of Contents

Contents: Using extended techniques to diagnose and reframe technical issues and to promote flow – A work ethic against mediocrity – Mental preparation – Physical preparation – Building stamina through extended techniques – Periodization of Heinz Holliger’s (t)air(e) – A periodized daily studies program.