The course is connected to the following study programs

  • Music, 1-year Programme

Teaching language

Norwegian

Recommended prerequisites

MU-145-1 Music performance and training I

Course contents

The course emphasizes the combination of theory and practice. The practical aspects emphasizes musical abilities and rehearsal methods which can be applied in different contexts. The theoretical aspects focus on learning perspectives in music teaching.

The course will give the students an essential introduction to the following disciplines.

  • music, culture and society.

  • mreferred main instrument.

  • performance project for a specific audience.

  • vocal and accompaniment training.

  • choir, musical direction and the leading of ensembles.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course, the student

  • is able to discuss relations between musicology, music performance and teaching

  • is able to document knowledge and theories regarding the musical development and learning of children and adolescent.

  • is able to perform the preferred main instrument with expression and musicality.

  • is aware of different techniques for dealing with performance anxiety during concerts and auditions, among reflecting upon one owns reaction patterns.

  • masters different methods for effective rehearsal of music.

  • masters the organisation of main instrument practice and emotional challenges associated with the rehearsal situation.

  • masters and leads vocal- and instrumental accompaniment in various contexts.

Examination requirements

  • Approved attendance at compulsory lectures.

  • Approved attendance at a compulsory performance project.

  • Approved performance of one interpretation.

  • Approved performance in ensemble.

Further information is provided in Canvas at the semesters start.

Teaching methods

The course is organised as lectures, group work, individual teaching, projects and seminars.

Some subjects are organised on a weekly basis, while others are concentrated in a definite time frame. Projects takes place in concentrated periods. The overview of the semester is presented at the beginning of the semester. Students are expected to work independently with subject material beyond organised teaching. This includes practice on the main instrument, the organisation and participation in ensembles, concerts, study groups and reading of literature.

Digital learning platforms and tools are used throughout the course. The learning management platform Canvas is used as a channel of communication in the programme.

Students at UiA are expected to have laptops for use in learning and examinations, cp. The Examination Regulations for the University of Agder section § 12d.

80% compulsory attendance to lectures, groups and practical training is required.

Expected workload is 27 hours pr. Credit, see Examination Regulations, section 13.

Evaluation

The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.

Admission for external candidates

No

Assessment methods and criteria

  • Semester assignment in the field of study regarding music, culture and society. Scope: 2500 words.

  • Individual practical exam in vocal- and instrumental accompaniment. Duration: 10 minutes.

  • Individual practical exam on the main instrument. Duration: 15 minutes.

Grading: Passed / not passed. Students will receive a written statement from the censor committee.

Reduction of Credits

This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:

Course Reduction of Credits
MU-131 – Music Performance 10
MU-132 – Music Didactics and Practice Subjects 5
Last updated from FS (Common Student System) June 30, 2024 1:38:55 AM