The module aims to provide students with the necessary core skills to research music performance at Masters level.

(LO1) To have knowledge and understanding of skills required for scholarly research in music performance

(LO2) To be able to use bibliographic searches and to present the results in a consistent style

(LO3) To be able to engage critically in determining the usefulness or otherwise of selected texts

(LO4) To be able to present music illustrations in formats that are appropriate for scholarly contexts

(LO5) To be able to identify an area of music performance research suitable for further study

(LO6) To formulate a proposal in writing in a sufficiently scholarly fashion

(S1) Research and exploration

(S2) Critical awareness and judgment

(S3) Harnessing of essential technological resources

(S4) Assimilation and application

(S5) Presentation and communication

The module content will focus on the following. Students will be required to complete related weekly tasks, which will ultimately form the portfolio submission.

1. Researching programme notes and writing for concert audiences
2. Music notation software for score publication
3. What is music performance research? Some recent developments.
4. How to write a useful annotated bibliography
5. On shaping a performance research project and on checking feasibility
6. Research methods, analytical approaches and other techniques
7. How to write an effective research proposal
8. Presentation, mechanics and proof-reading

Teaching Method: Lectures/structured online activities
Attendance Recorded: Yes

Teaching Method: Tutorials/structured online activities
Attendance Recorded: No

Self-directed Learning: Assessment preparation, wider reading, developing academic writing skills, research activity.