Module Details

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Title Major Composition Portfolio
Code MUMA701
Coordinator Dr R Strachan
Music
R.Strachan@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2023-24 Level 7 FHEQ Whole Session 120

Aims

T his module aims to/seeks to: 1) provide students with an opportunity to work closely with a professional composer to compose, write and perform their creative works 2) prepare students for the expectations and demands of professional composition 3) develop knowledge/skills in musical composition - both in acoustics and / or live electronics 4) support a wider agenda for research into musical composition within the academy.


Learning Outcomes

(LO1) Knowledge of compositional tools (instruments, hardware and software)

(LO2) Refined ability to engage with / instruct performers

(LO3) To learn to prepare score-based / audio materials

(S1) Adaptability

(S2) Communication skills

(S3) IT skills

(S4) Organisational skills

(S5) International awareness


Syllabus

 

Tuition is given one-to-one, or in small groups, normally every two weeks. Through contact and regular feedback the supervisor will advise on the shape, structure of the composition portfolio and help to support the technical demands of the composition. As a research project, much will depend upon the needs of each individual case.


Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Formative Feedback (e.g. peer, revision sessions)
Description: Regular review sessions with supervisor
Teaching Method 2 - Workshops with RLPO / Open Circuit
Description: Workshops with RLPO / Open Circuit festival


Teaching Schedule

  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours           48

0

24

72
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 1128
TOTAL HOURS 1200

Assessment

EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
             
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Portfolio of Compositions & Commentary There is a resit opportunity. Non-standard penalty applies for late submission - Non-submission will count as failed attempt This is not an anonymous asses    100       

Recommended Texts

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