MUR206 Making Music
- ECTS Credits:
- 15
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Fine Arts
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Teaching language:
- Norwegian or English
- Duration:
- 1 term
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Performing Music - Popular Music, Bachelor Program
Teaching language
Norwegian or EnglishRecommended prerequisites
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MUR107-1 Theory and methods of popular music research (10 ECTS)
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MUR204-1 Individual Performance 3 (10 ECTS) / MUR205-1 Individual Performance 3 (10 ECTS)
Course contents
In this course the student learns to make popular music applying various composition and arrangement techniques. The student composes their own music analyzing and inspired by existing compositions and composers. We focus on developing creative methods and challenge the student to work independently and in collaboration with others.
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, the student should:
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master composing and arranging techniques for various ensembles
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be able to apply these techniques in popular music genres
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have knowledge on how to score for various instruments within the popular music tradition
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be able to master music technology as a tool for composing and arranging
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have knowledge of songwriting methods
Examination requirements
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Approved attendance in compulsory classes
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1–3 approved compulsory assignments
Further information is provided in Canvas at the start of the semester.
Teaching methods
The teaching is provided as lectures, in groups or workshops. The student receives individual supervision during the preparation and development of their musical material. The course provides lectures in how to write lyrics. Relevant music technology tools are applied in the course, e.g., Logic Pro and Sibelius software.
Parts of the teaching are compulsory. These parts are presented in Canvas at the beginning of the semester.
Expected scope of work is 27 hours per. credits.
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. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.
Admission for external candidates
No
Offered as Single Standing Module
No
Assessment methods and criteria
Individual portfolio submission consisting of a minimum of 6 minutes of music composed by the student. An overall grade is given for the portfolio.
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 |
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MU-214 – Composing and Arranging Specialisation | 15 |