MUR116 Ear Training and Rhythm
- ECTS Credits:
- 10
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Fine Arts
- Course Leader:
- Steinar Tovslid Jeffs
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Duration:
- 2 terms
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Performing Music - Popular Music, Bachelor Program
Course contents
The course includes:
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work with time/groove understanding and coordination of various rhythm patterns
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prima vista singing - one part and in combination with other melodic, rhythmic harmonic voice
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transcribe
Learning outcomes
The student will:
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translate music symbols to sound and be able to explain and reproduce musical examples, both orally and in writing
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reproduce rhythmic both orally and in writing
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be able to apply different theoretical disciplines and expression within popular music
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have a broad understanding of various shapes and form concepts in popular music
Examination requirements
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Approved attendance to teaching
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Passed semester test
Teaching methods
The course is taught in groups. Attendance is obligatory for teaching.
Expected scope of work for the average student is 27 hours per credit.
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.
Assessment methods and criteria
2 hour written exam
Rank words: Graded
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 |
|---|---|
| MUR127 – Ear Training | 5 |