MUR123 Applied Music Theory
- ECTS Credits:
- 15
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Fine Arts
- Course Leader:
- Tore Bråthen
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Teaching language:
- Norwegian
- Duration:
- 2 terms
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Performing Music - Popular Music, Bachelor Program
Teaching language
NorwegianCourse 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:
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have an overview of the theoretical basics of harmonic and rhythm for different types of popular music genres
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be able to transcribe by ear
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be able to explain and apply harmony, melody and rhythm both orally and in writing
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be able to use music notation software
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be able to relate theoretical knowledge and ear training to their main area
Examination requirements
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Approved attendance in compulsory classes
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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:
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Part 1: Individual oral test in ear training in 15 minutes. This constitutes 40% of the final grade.
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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 |
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MUR113 – Main Instrument 1 | 5 |