So what is the Dean's Award and what exactly do you have to do?
Below you will find information about the RSCM Dean's Award - don't panic - it is easier than it looks. Have faith in me!
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Dean’s Award 1. Sing 3 verses of a hymn v2 unaccompanied 2. Sing a psalm 8 verses + Gloria 3. Sing an anthem 1. Read and clap rhythm in simple time with dotted notes 2. Sing as an echo 3 2bar phrases heard only once (keychord + tonic given first). 3. Identify these intervals – maj/min3rd, perfect 4th/5th (2 or 3 examples will be given. Knowledge of: 1. Treble stave 2. Time values of notes 3. Time signatures (simple time) 4. Key signatures (3 sharps/flats) 5. Simple Italian terms Repertoire questions (Voice for Life) Choir in context: Bible – eg type of psalm (praise, sorrowful, thanks etc) Liturgy – Sung parts of Eucharist Season – choose one suitable and explain significance of choice and of season chosen Ministry What motivates them and inspires them as singers. Their role in the choir – describe our different services – church seasons – why use music? |