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I. Form and Composition, by oral instruction and exercises, which include the following subjects: Vocal and Instrumental Composition in their various forms and treatment; Instruction and Practice in composition; Analysis of classical mu sical works. c. Playing from Score, Exercise in orchestra-leading. <1. Italian Language for those who purpose de voting themselves to the higher branches of Solo- Singing. The Theoretical Instruction further includes, courses of Lectures on Musical subjects varying annually such as, the History of Ancient and Modern Music, Aesthetics of Music, Metrics, &c. Special classes are arranged for the instruction of lady pupils in Harmony and Composition, to enable their completing the course in two years. §3. The Practical Instruction aims at developing tech nical execution on one or several instruments, and in singing. It comprises the following subjects: a. Instruction in Singing (Solo and Choral, thorough training for the Opera-stage and method of teaching). b. Instruction in Instrumental Playing: 1. Pianoforte. 2. Organ. 3. Violin and Viola. 4. Violoncello. 5. Doublebass. 6. Wind-Instruments i. e. Flute, Hautboy, French Horn, Clarionet, Bassoon, Horn, Cornet, Trombone.
