Module Details
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Title CLASSICAL PERFORMANCE 1
Code MUSI102
Coordinator Dr RK Minton
Music
Ruth.Minton@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2023-24 Level 4 FHEQ Whole Session 15

Aims

To further develop standard of practical performance

To develop self-awareness and self-reflection in relation to performance

To expand knowledge of repertory

To enable to develop a greater awareness of performance practice

To develop self-awareness and self-reflection in relation to practice and performance preparation

Learning Outcomes

(LO1) To perform a short recital to a standard appropriate to the level (ABRSM Grade 8)

(LO2) To perform with a secure technique

(LO3) To think critically, and reflect on concepts and methods of practice

(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Listening skills

(S2) Time and project management - Personal organisation

(S3) Technical musical skills

(S4) Improving own learning/performance - Reflective practice

(S5) Musical performance skills

(S6) Improving own learning/performance - Self-awareness/self-analysis

Syllabus
 

1 The syllabus is directed towards the summative public recital examination at the end of Semester

2. This consists of the performance of a balanced programme of classical pieces lasting a total of c.10 minutes. Singers and players of brass instruments may be permitted to present a slightly shorter programme with the approval of the module convenor. Classical performance staff will assign a staff accompanist. In addition, students are required to attend workshops, participate in the seminars, engage with asynchronous online activities, and participate in a mid-years performance, as part of the continuous assessment for the module.

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - – Seminar/structured online activities
Description: Weekly sessions throughout the year
Attendance recorded: Yes
Notes: Workshop sessions and video diaries give students an opportunity to try out what they have been practising. Students will share own performances with the rest of the year group for peer review and feedback.

Teaching Method 2 - Tutorial
Description: One-to-one instrumental teaching with a relevant specialist tutor
Attendance recorded: No

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, preparation for assessments.

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

 10

       58
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 242
TOTAL HOURS 300

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 2 Performance There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. Assessment Schedule: Semester 2  10    60       
Assessment 1 Practice and reflection presentation of 10minutes, to include live musical examples, and 5minutes for Q&A There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submiss  0    40       

Recommended Texts
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