MUK255 Main Areas 2

The course is connected to the following study programs

• Bachelor's Programme in Classical Music Performance

Teaching language

English

Prerequisites

MUK175 – Main areas 1

Course contents

Course includes:

• developing musical performance skills

• developing a personalized expression of performance

• knowledge of relevant rehearsal techniques and development of practice routines

• playing together in different ensembles

• participation in concerts with ensembles aimed at different audiences

• work with interpretation in ensembles, playing-by-ear and improvisation

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students shall:

• have knowledge of different styles within different traditions and genres

• have acquired technical skills in two contrasting disciplines

• be able to apply different methods for efficient and goal-oriented rehearsing techniques

• 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)

• be able to work independently in and with ensembles

• acquire broad knowledge about repertoire for their main areas

Examination requirements

• Approved participation on minimum 1 concert per main area, hosted by UiA

• Approved compulsory lesson attendance

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

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.Parts of the tuition is mandatory. These will be presented in Canvas at the beginning of the semester. 

Expected workload for an average student is 27 hours per credit.

Evaluation

The course responsible, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation in accordance with the Quality System, section 4.1.

Admission for external candidates

No

Assessment methods and criteria

The exam consist of two parts:

• 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.

Both must be approved to pass the exam. Further information is provided in Canvas at the beginning of the semester. 

 

Assessment: Pass/fail