Lied and song cycles 2 et 3
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Presentation
The training programme in the interpretation of the lied and art song is one of the pillars of the Voice Programme of the Royaumont Foundation.
Ruben Lifschitz is one of today’s greatest specialists in this highly refined musical genre that requires perfect acquaintance with the intangible relationship that exists between text and music, whether for the singer or the pianist. The pianist ought to be the unmitigated equal of the singer. Often the keys to entering into the work are to be found in the accompaniment.
Throughout this advanced cycle Ruben Lifschitz accompanies young artists along their path to a level of proficiency that, for those who have not yet made the attempt (certains singers from Cycle 1), allows them to perform in concert, particularly at Royaumont.
Those with prior experience in this area may raise their level of practice and thus participate in the recital cycles organised and co-produced by the Royaumont Foundation and the the Louis-Jouvet theatre athenium in Paris. He also intends to support the endeavors of these young musicians when they enter national or international competitions.
Theoretical instruction
In-depth study of the meaning of the texts (poems), making possible an enhanced approach to the relationship between text and music, and the direct rapport between singer and pianist.
Practical instruction
Work on diction, style, phrasing, colors, and the voice/piano interactions; an approach to stylistic evolution within a song, as well as that of the song within a cycle or other set.
Method
The course consists mainly of individual lessons (11/2 to 2 hours per duo and per day) alternating with time set aside for individual practice (1 rehearsal room per duo).
Faculty
Ruben Lifschitz, pianist
Calendar
Auditions
Monday 25 January 2010
Sessions
Sunday 14 through Tuesday 16 February 2010
Monday 10 through Wednesday 12 May 2010
Tuesday 14 through Sunday 19 September 2010
for a total of 12 days of instruction
Public presentation
Fenêtre sur cour[s] Wednesday 12 May 2010
Professional Performance Opportunities
Concert tour
Royaumont Foundation
Louis-Jouvet theatre Athenium in Paris
Rouen
Places available for
3 pianist-singer duos
Fee information
The cost-sharing fee is made up of a compulsory registration fee, a compulsory membership in the Association des amis de Royaumont, tuition, and boarding expenses.
This session is not covered by an AFDAS agreement.
Financial aid for tuition
› for salaried employes (full or part time): via their employers’ continuing education programs.
› for the unemployed: instructions available from the local ANPE and/or ASSEDIC offices.
› for RMI beneficiaries: via authorities in each département (Conseil Général) – contact the appropriate services for further information.
If you are eligible for such financial assistance, a total amount of 150 € remains at your expense.
Scholarships
Every year L’Association des amis de Royaumont grants scholarships to artists under 29 years of age who do not yet have a regular professional activity.
This grant is made by a commission on the basis of a portfolio (resume, photo, letter of motivation).
If you are eligible for this scholarship from the Association des amis de Royaumont, a total amount of 150 € remains at your expense.
For participants who are not in a position to qualify for any other financial aid, the Foundation grants scholarship stipends on request and based on a portfolio.
If you are eligible for such financial assistance, a total amount of 390 € remains at your expense.