Reinventing the Concert Experience: Investigating the Effect of Staging on the Performance of Choral Music
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ndltd-OhioLink-oai-etd.ohiolink.edu-ucin15840007325329692021-08-03T07:13:57Z Reinventing the Concert Experience: Investigating the Effect of Staging on the Performance of Choral Music Getsinger, Molly A. Music Choral Staging This document will explore the current practice of the addition of staging in choral performance. In an effort to counteract the current trajectory of decreasing attendance figures for classical music performances, artistic directors and ensembles are seeking to redefine the concert experience. The addition of staging is becoming an increasingly popular option within choral music performance. Seeking to both enhance the dramatic narrative of a work and engage differently with modern audiences, conductors are adding staging to choral works that were not originally conceived or intended to be performed with theatrical elements. Choral ensembles (professional, collegiate, and volunteer alike) are collaborating with dance companies, hiring actors, or choosing to incorporate movement for the singers themselves.Dramatic staging of traditional choral literature as discussed in this document is a comparatively recent phenomenon within the history of choral music. As a result, there is relatively little published research or writings on the subject. The aim of this study is to provide a framework for interpretation as to why the trend has emerged and its potential future applications. The first two chapters will examine the current practice of staging choral music, providing general background and motivation. The third chapter will survey cases of previously staged performances from both collegiate and professional choral ensembles. The fourth chapter will explore opposing views for and against the use of staging in choral performance. The fifth chapter will seek to outline logistical aspects of staging for conductors who are interested in exploring the practice with their own ensembles. The final chapter will consider the future of staging in choral music and the more general concept of innovation in live classical music performance. 2020-06-02 English text University of Cincinnati / OhioLINK http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1584000732532969 http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1584000732532969 unrestricted This thesis or dissertation is protected by copyright: some rights reserved. It is licensed for use under a Creative Commons license. Specific terms and permissions are available from this document's record in the OhioLINK ETD Center. |
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