MUK313 Main Instrument 3
- ECTS Credits:
- 25
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Fine Arts
- Course Leader:
- Oda Marita Netteland Norevik
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Teaching language:
- English
- Duration:
- 2 terms
The course is connected to the following study programs
Teaching language
EnglishPrerequisites
MUK203: Main instrument 2
Course contents
Course includes work on:
- solo- and chamber music performance
- general knowledge of repertoire
- developing a personal sound and artistic expression.
- interpretation and stylistic aspects
- instrumental proficiancy and technical control
- developing the sound pallette and the ability to vary timbre and nuance.
- stage appearance, stage communication and the capacity to engage an audience.
- knowledge of performance practices and tradition.
- knowledge of practice routines and the prevention of stress injuries.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the student shall:
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be able to display a personal sound and expression
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be able to communicate a wide range of musical intentions
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have the capacity to vary sound and nuances.
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have a sophisticated control of the instrument with convincing technical proficiancy
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be able to demonstrate convincing stage appearance
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have an overview of performance practices and insights in tradition.
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have an overview of solo- and chamber music repertoire relevant to main instrument.
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have improved their level of judgement and critical thinking in music performance
Examination requirements
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Solo performance at minimum 2 concerts organised by UiA.
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Chamber music performance at minimum 2 concert organised by UiA.
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Satisfactory attendance in lessons, masterclasses and seminars.
Further information is provided in Canvas at the beginning of the semester.
Teaching methods
The course included individual- and group teaching. As part of the course, students will participate in various mandatory projects and seminars. The students will receive individual tuition in their main instrument and in chamber music. Teaching can periodwise be organised flexibly to facilitate various projects.
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 person responsible for the course decides, in cooperation with student representative, the form of student evaluation and whether the course is to have a midway or end of course evaluation in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.
Admission for external candidates
No
Offered as Single Standing Module
No
Assessment methods and criteria
Individual performance exam. The student will perform a concert of a 40–45 minutes duration. Repertoire will be chosen in collaboration with the main instrument teacher.
Assessment: Pass/fail
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 |
|---|---|
| MUK307 – Main Instrument 3 | 25 |
| MUK310 – Main Instrument 3 | 15 |
| MUK312 – Main Instrument 4 | 10 |