Module Details |
| The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
| Title | Popular Performance 2A | ||
| Code | MUSI203 | ||
| Coordinator |
Mr SE Stafford Music S.Stafford@liverpool.ac.uk |
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| Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
| Session 2023-24 | Level 5 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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To enable students to develop group and individual rehearsal skills, and to work with other musicians effectively within an ensemble setting. To enable students to develop group and individual performance skills. To enable students to improve their individual instrumental or vocal technique, focusing on the ability to perform with confidence and fluency. To help students to gain a greater awareness of the issues that support the performance of popular music. |
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Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Students will gain a greater awareness of the issues that support the performance of popular music. |
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(LO2) Students will develop their communication and performance skills through the live performance of popular music. |
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(LO3) Students will improve their instrumental and/or vocal skills. |
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(LO4) Students will develop their teamwork skills in their groups, to formulate, organise, prepare and deliver a short performance. |
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(S1) Improving own learning/performance - reflective practice |
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(S2) Improving own learning/performance - self-awareness/self-analysis |
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(S3) Communication skills - listening skills |
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(S4) Communication skills - negotiation skills |
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(S5) Time and project management - personal organisation |
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(S6) Working in groups and teams - group-action planning |
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Syllabus |
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A series of platform sessions, workshops and tutorials will take place, which will be supported by online learning activities, and will explore such topics as: group dynamics, ensemble skills, arrangement, stagecraft, exploring different textures, improvisation and collaborative writing. Students will work towards the development of a coherent musical performance set. In addition, students receive individual instrumental tuition (6 Hours) on an instrument of their choice which will be tailored to their particular needs, and build on existing technical, expressive and creative skills. Students will also reflect on their work during the semester producing a short piece of reflective writing documenting their progress. |
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Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Workshops Teaching Method 2 - Practical Teaching Method 3 - Tutorial Teaching Method 4 - Online seminar |
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Teaching Schedule |
| Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
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6 |
6 |
12 24 |
48 | |||
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| Private Study | 102 | ||||||
| TOTAL HOURS | 150 | ||||||
Assessment |
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| 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 |
| Ensemble performance There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When): End of Semester 1 | 0 | 70 | ||||
| Reflective essay There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When): Semester 1 | 0 | 30 | ||||
Recommended Texts |
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| Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. | |