The course is connected to the following study programs

  • Performing Music - Popular Music, Bachelor Program

Teaching language

Norwegian

Course contents

The course contains ear training and music theory. The student learns analysis, transcription, ear training and recognition of harmony structures. Notation knowledge and understanding of form are central, in addition to time and groove understanding in the popular music genres. The course focus on a overview of music theory applying digital music tools. The student learns different notation forms and methods for transcribing for their own instrument.

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student should:

  • have an overview of the theoretical basics of harmonic and rhythm for different types of popular music genres

  • be able to transcribe by ear

  • be able to explain and apply harmony, melody and rhythm both orally and in writing

  • be able to use music notation software

  • be able to relate theoretical knowledge and ear training to their main area

Examination requirements

  • Approved attendance in compulsory classes

  • 1-3 approved assignments given during the semester

Further information is provided in Canvas at the start of the semester.

Teaching methods

The teaching consists of lectures and group supervision. Students receives individual feedback in Canvas on assignments during the semester. The digital software tools in the course are the programs Sibelius and Apple Logic. Parts of the teaching are compulsory. These parts are presented in Canvas at the beginning of the semester.

Expected work scope is 27 hours per credits.

Evaluation

The study program manager determines-in consultation with the student representative-selected evaluation form and whether the courses should have mid- or final evaluation in line with the quality system chapter 4.1.

Admission for external candidates

Not applicable.

Offered as Single Standing Module

No

Assessment methods and criteria

The exam consists of two parts:

  • Part 1: Individual oral test in ear training in 15 minutes. This constitutes 40% of the final grade.

  • Part 2: Individual written test of 2 hours in ear training and music theory. This constitutes 60% of the final grade.

 

Graded assessment.

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
MUR113 – Main Instrument 1 5
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