- Course Code
- MU 2044
- Credit Points
- 30
- Course Coordinator
- To be confirmed
Pre-requisites
MU 1524 or equivalent.
Overview
In Main Study or Main and Additional Study, students will work on a one-to-one basis with a specialist instrumental/vocal instructor, as well as participating in and attending workshops and masterclasses. Rehearsing and Directing skills are enhanced through working both in and with Ensemble 1 groups, which consist of University Music organised activities such as Cantores ad Portam, String Quartets, New Music Ensemble. Keyboard skills will include exercises in figured bass and harmonisation, sight- and score-reading, transposition and improvisation. Ensemble 2 requires attendance at one of the following University Music organised activities - University Symphony Orchestra, University Choral Society, University Concert Band, University String Ensemble and Chapel Choir.
Structure
10 hours tuition, 1 hour per week (rehearsing and directing), 2 hours per week (keyboard skills), ensembles.
Assessment
1st Attempt: Keyboard skills (30%); tutor reports (50%); and concert diary (20%).
Resit: Performance recital (100%).