MUK255 Main Areas 2
- ECTS Credits:
- 25
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Fine Arts
- Course Leader:
- Anne Camilla Furre Thommesen
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Teaching language:
- English
- Duration:
- 2 terms
The course is connected to the following study programs
Teaching language
EnglishPrerequisites
MUK175 – Main areas 1
Course contents
Course includes:
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developing musical performance skills
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developing a personalized expression of performance
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knowledge of relevant rehearsal techniques and development of practice routines
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playing together in different ensembles
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participation in concerts with ensembles aimed at different audiences
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work with interpretation in ensembles, playing-by-ear and improvisation
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course, students shall:
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have knowledge of different styles within different traditions and genres
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have acquired technical skills in two contrasting disciplines
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be able to apply different methods for efficient and goal-oriented rehearsing techniques
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be able to apply their knowledge of genre and style to their main areas, both within an ensemble and a soloist context (also in their own compositions if applicable)
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be able to work independently in and with ensembles
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acquire broad knowledge about repertoire for their main areas
Examination requirements
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Approved participation on minimum 1 concert per main area, hosted by UiA
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Approved compulsory lesson attendance
Teaching methods
The course is conducted through individual lessons and group lessons. During the course, the student will participate in different projects and seminars. Each student will receive tuition in both disciplines (individually and in ensemble). The tuition resources will be allocated 70/30 in favor of the students main discipline. There will be room for flexible organising of the various projects. Attending the lessons is compulsory.
Expected workload for an average student is 27 hours per credit.
Evaluation
The person responsible for the course, 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.
Admission for external candidates
No
Assessment methods and criteria
Part 1: Main area 1 will be conducted as a 15 minute practical test either individually or in groups. The test should reflect the work done within the selected classical main instrument discipline, and is scheduled together with a teacher.
Part 2: Main area 2 will be conducted as a 10 minute practical test either individually or in groups. The test should reflect the work done within the selected secondary discipline, and is scheduled together with a teacher.
Assessment: Pass/fail