Module Details

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Title PERFORMANCE 1
Code MUMA611
Coordinator Dr L Tsang
Music
Lee.Tsang@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2023-24 Level 7 FHEQ First Semester 20

Aims

This module seeks to prepare students for performance of solo repertoire.


Learning Outcomes

(LO1) To be able to undertake a short performance suitable for public presentation in a solo recital or equivalent context.

(LO2) To be able to use personal reflection in the service of personal improvement as a performer.

(LO3) To be able to demonstrate sufficient technical proficiency in performance of repertoire appropriate to the chosen music performance specialism.

(LO4) To be able to demonstrate sufficient interpretive understanding in performance of repertoire appropriate to the chosen music performance specialism.

(S1) Communication. Listening and questioning respecting others, contributing to discussions, communicating in a foreign language, influencing, presentations.

(S2) Positive attitude/ self-confidence. A 'can-do' approach, a readiness to take part and contribute; openness to new ideas and the drive to make these happen.

(S3) Self-management. Readiness to accept responsibility, flexibility, resilience, self-starting, initiative, integrity, willingness to take risks, appropriate assertiveness, time management, readiness to improve own performance based on feedback/reflective learning.

(S4) Proficiency in Performance.

(S5) Aural acuity.


Syllabus

 

Module content will depend partly on the student's specialism and also on the combination of students in the cohort. One-to-one lessons will be with a specialist tutor in the relevant area.

1. Deportment
2. Repertoire and the solo programme
3. Technical skills
4. Performance skills
5. Approaches to style and interpretation
6. Practice techniques
7. Reflective practice models
8. Peer review: constructive criticism

Students will be expected to prepare performance materials to be presented in the class workshops. A participation schedule adapting to the needs of the cohort will be drawn up at the beginning of the semester.


Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching method: Workshop/ structured online activities..
Description: Performance workshops in a group setting for tutor-led review and peer feedback.
Attendance recorded: Yes

Notes: Workshop sessions and practice video diaries give students an opportunity to try out what they have been practising and obtain feedback from the module leader and peers. . Students will share own performances with the rest of the year group for peer review and feedback

Teaching method: Tutorial.
Description: Individual instrumental lessons with a dedicated specialist.
Notes: Students arrange their lessons with mutual agreement from their allocated tutor.

Self-directed learning: Private practice, rehearsals with others, concert attendance / study of texts (recordings, documents, scores) appropriate to instrument and programme, developing writing skills, keeping a performance diary, preparation for assessments,engagement with asynchronous online activities.


Teaching Schedule

  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours     6

    24

30
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 170
TOTAL HOURS 200

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
Assessment 1. Description: Performance. In this assessment you will apply performance skills to solo work. Reassessment opportunity: Yes. Penalty for late submission in line with UoL policy. Anon  20    80       
Assessment 2. Description: Reflective/Technical Commentary. Reassessment opportunity: Yes. Penalty for late submission in line with UoL policy. Anonymous assessment: Yes    20       

Recommended Texts

Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module.