The Art of Rubato: The Musical Expression of Tempo

🎵 Unlock the Secrets of Musical Time with "The Art of Rubato" 🎶

Course Headline: Learn how the manipulation of timing is used in music to be expressive

Course Description:

Have you ever listened to a piece of music and felt the ebb and flow of tempo, creating an emotional journey that words alone cannot describe? That's the magic of rubato – a technique that master musicians use to add nuance, depth, and expression to their performances. But what exactly is rubato, and how can you master it to enhance your own musical expression?

Introduction to Rubato: Have you ever wondered why some music slows down and speeds up in certain places? You're not alone! Rubato is a captivating aspect of musical performance that has long been shrouded in mystery. Previously, rubato hadn't been broken down into a comprehensive set of simple, logical concepts that make it easy to use, analyze, or teach. That's exactly what this course does. 🎵✨

What You Will Learn:

• The Purpose of Rubato: Understand why and how musicians manipulate timing for greater expression.
• Four Properties of Rubato: Learn to recognize direction, location, duration, and intensity in performances.
• Four Qualities of Music: Discover how rubato contributes to beauty, difficulty, surprise, and importance in music.
• Five Types of Rubato: Explore harmonic, melodic, structural, dynamic, and rhythmic rubatos, including their subcategories.
• Three Behaviors of Compound Rubato: Dive into joined, nested, and coinciding rubatos to understand the complexities of timing manipulation.
• (Bonus Content) History, critique, and pedagogy about rubato will give you a deeper understanding of its use over time and its teaching methods.

For Musicians of All Levels: This course is designed for everyone from beginners to advanced musicians. Even if you don't have a formal musical background, "The Art of Rubato" will provide you with a solid foundation in this elusive concept. And for those with an advanced degree in music, this course offers insights that will elevate your understanding and application of rubato. 🎹

Real-World Examples: With over 140 examples of real performances analyzed throughout the course, you'll see rubato in action. These examples range from classical to contemporary works and include a variety of instruments and styles, ensuring a comprehensive view of rubato's application across different genres.

Expert Insights: Hans Boepple, a respected concert pianist and college professor, shares his personal experience with rubato, highlighting the transformative impact of Chad Twedt's organized approach to this subject. Joy Morin, a piano teacher and author, exclaims "Ingenious!" upon discovering the course's content, praising its thoroughness and insightfulness.

Conclusion: There is reason and logic behind everything we do in music. In "The Art of Rubato," you will discover that this subtle art form is no exception to the rule of musical understanding. Enroll now to embark on a journey through the expressive world of rubato and elevate your musical expression to new heights! 🌟

Join us to explore the intricacies of tempo manipulation and become a master of musical expression with "The Art of Rubato" online course. Sign up today and let the music move you! 🎵🚀