Continued development of technique, articulation, phrasing, tone quality and reed making. Work on technical studies by Ferling, Brod and others. Concentrated study on reedmaking. Emphasis on orchestral excerpts and more advanced work from the solo repertoire. Students are expected to use their own reeds.
Students learn to gouge cane and adjust the gouging machine.
Senior recital including paper and oral presentation. Studies compatible with the student s training and the development of technique, articulation, phrasing, and tone quality. Continued development of technique, articulation, phrasing, and tone quality. Emphasis on the instrument in a chamber role. Emphasis on the instrument in an orchestral role.