Dvorak 8, 4th mvmnt.

Iowa City West High School Symphony Orchestra

Category:

Music

Tags:

• classical
• dvorak

[rkpierson59]

Some would say you can't teach musicality, and some folks can't learn to discern intonation well. I disagree. You can practice, over time, to play expressively, tastefully, and with feeling. A good teacher can help. For some it may be natural, but I would argue they learned it from an early age, singing, whistling, etc. However, you don't see classes for musicality in a music program. Aural skill, individual lessons on your instrument, but musicality is just blended in with everything else

[rkpierson59]

Technical skill vs intonation vs musicality -

an ongoing debate. All are important, you can't be a professional without all of them (I think, anyway). What is most important to teach at this level? My opinion (I am not a teacher) is that you need to develop them all. You can be musical, but also be slow and have some intonation problems. Others may not wish to listen to you, but you may enjoy yourself tremendously (I know I do..). "Perfect" performances can also be lifeless.

[xLiLxHaHax]

Can't say i'm a fan of this!

[rkpierson59]

Always interesting - the critics never seem to have any performances of their own posted. Just a jest - I know there are some tought parts, but there are some beautiful ones too, and these kids are experiencing something I never had any oportunity to do. Finally, though, we're not looking for awards or accolades by posting this. This is just a great way to share performances with families and friends who would otherwise never have a chance to see them.

[housemalaleche]

muy buena orquesta

[OrianaDiazL]

BRAVÍSIMO.. felicidades!

[dnpqkc]

This is great for a high school orchestra! Good job!

[brazilnutshoe]

THAT was just WONDERFUL! i am really impressed with the level of playing, passion and ensemble (as so many are), and by the commitment of all the players. and bravi, teachers, the opportunity and training you're giving those student is fantastic! hopefully they will pass it on to future generations :)

[geo134]

There is no uniformity, no one is wearing the same clothes.

[cheesemank44le]

Very well done, it is obvious that there is some serious talent at your high school. I was particularly impressed with the winds. Strings were also good, but they should have put accents and bowing where Dvorak indicated. For example, 1:30 is supposed to be all down bows. Other then that, excellent work.

[gopets321]

im playing this song in my orchestra and im 12

[catherineistoocool]

i think its the opposite.... a lot of spots are out of tune but they are playing together and they are very musical, which is why i liked the performance.

[catherineistoocool]

very well done for a high school orchestra.

[kaliauer]

Maybe they are not good enough to play this stuff ;-)

especially the trumpet :-D