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 MUSIC COMPOSITION 3 | ||
Code | MUSI310 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr RJA Worth Music Richard.Worth@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2024-25 | Level 6 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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To encourage a broader range and greater depth of understanding and practice in students' music practice. To provide exposure to, and experience in, handling a range of musical forms. To develop self critical skills. To provide further opportunities to develop orchestration and arranging skills. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) To produce compositions/songs that demonstrate development in the student's practice. |
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(LO2) To demonstrate a greater understanding of theoretical underpinnings of their compositions. |
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(LO3) To be able to effectively communicate ideas to other musicians in a professional setting, including, where necessary, some form of notation. (Use of notation software such as Sibelius) |
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(LO4) To demonstrate the ability to write and arrange for a range of instruments, beyond their own performance instrument. |
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(LO5) To promote familiarity and understanding of broader music repertoires. |
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(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual).Presentation Skills. |
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(S2) Critical Thinking and problem solving - creative thinking. |
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(S3) Time and project management- Personal organisation. |
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(S4) IT skills: notation software, recording and editing software. |
Syllabus |
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Weekly topics covering analysis of popular music examples with practical exercises to implement skills. More on melody harmony and a look at counterpoint in popular music. Creative writing and lyrics. Extended Harmony Quartal harmony and Modes Jazz harmony Improvisation. Rhythm, sequencing and loops. Form and structure. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture The majority of teaching will be delivered face-to-face on campus. Online delivery will be used to complement the on-campus delivery and where technology affords a better learning experience. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
24 |
12 |
24 22 |
82 | |||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 68 | ||||||
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 |
composition/recording There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. | 0 | 40 | ||||
composition/recording Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. | 0 | 60 |
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. |