Postgraduate Programme and Module Handbook 2007-2008 (archived)
Module MUSI53760: Recital
Department: Music
MUSI53760: Recital
| Type | Open | Level | 4 | Credits | 60 | Availability | Available in 2007/08 | Module Cap |
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Prerequisites
- Issues in Performance Practice (module)
Corequisites
- None
Excluded Combination of Modules
- None
Aims
- To increase the understanding of a chosen genre or repertoire by means of independent investigation.
- To develop skills in analysing, assessing and communicating the musical content and context.
- To improve practical skills required to execute the above objectives in performance
Content
- Practical training in workshops: to increase the ability to assess one's own performance in public and to improve it within limited time and resources. This introduces a professional learning environment.
- Performance Discussions: To ensure clearly articulated musical as well as verbal communication of ideas. The devlopment of an ability to link between theory and practice.
Learning Outcomes
Subject-specific Knowledge:
Subject-specific Skills:
Key Skills:
Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module
- Critical discussion on chosen topics, through seminars and tutorials
- Instrumental and vocal tutition and coaching
- Participation in practical performance workshops
Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
| Activity | Number | Frequency | Duration | Total/Hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tutorials | 14 | 6/6/2 | 1 hour | 14 | |
| Seminars | 14 | fortnightly | 1 hour | 14 | |
| Instrumental lessons | 14 | Distributed across the 3 terms | 1 hour | 14 | |
| Preparation and Reading | 558 | ||||
| Total | 600 |
Summative Assessment
| Component: Public Recital | Component Weighting: 90% | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Element | Length / duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
| Public recital (including programme notes and viva voca exam) | 30 minutes | 100% | |
| Component: Essay | Component Weighting: 10% | ||
| Element | Length / duration | Element Weighting | Resit Opportunity |
| Essay (commentary for the recital) | 1,500-2,000 words | 100% | |
Formative Assessment:
An interim report on the workshop performances. Programming exercises.
■ Attendance at all activities marked with this symbol will be monitored. Students who fail to attend these activities, or to complete the summative or formative assessment specified above, will be subject to the procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University