I level Diploma TRAVERSO FLUTE
ENTRANCE EXAM
Test 1 checks instrument skills and candidate’s music experience. Test 2 verifies theory and musical culture knowledge.
Test 1
1) Performance of at least three music pieces chosen by the candidate for Traverso (solo) with different technical features and selected from:
– G.P. Telemann, 12 Fantasie per Flauto traverso solo
– J. J. Quantz, Capricen, Fantasien und Anfangsstücke per Flauto traverso solo
– J. D. Braun, Brani per Flauto traverso solo
2) 15 minutes performance of at least two substantial compositions, with different styles, selected from the 1700s repertoire for Traverso
3) Sight-reading of a short piece chosen by the commission.
The commission reserves the right to interrupt the audition at any moment.
Test 2
1) Sight-reading solfège, with syllables, on the treble clef. Difficulty level: complex rhythmics appropriate to the instrumental or vocal repertoire up until the 1900s.
2) Sight-reading solfège, with syllables, on the seven clefs. Medium difficulty
3) Sight-singing of a melodic solfège. Short modulations and transposition (one note up or down).
4) Music dictation of a short melody with accidentals.
5) General music theory questions.
N.B.: candidates will be exempted from the latter test if awarderd with a TRPM (Theory, rhythmic and music perception) level A certification of preparatory courses (Preaccademico) issued by Conservatorio Rossini or by one of its certified partner schools, or if awarded with “Licenza di Solfeggio” certification of old-degree system (vecchio ordinamento) issued by any recognized Institution.
Motivational interview.