Module Details

Module Code: MUSC7003
Title: Core Instrumental Studies 4
Long Title: Core Instrumental Studies 4
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2121 - Music & Performing Arts
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module provides progressive instruction appropriate to the learner's ability, developing listening skills, security in playing and an understanding of expressive performance.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Present an appropriate programme of technical and musical content in a clear and coherent manner
LO2 Demonstrate an awareness of phrasing developed through critical listening and observation of quality performances
LO3 Exhibit an increasing sense of precision of pitch control, rhythm and articulation
LO4 Demonstrate competence in playing a prepared Quick study
LO5 Show developing ability to deliver a short unprepared piece at sight
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).

12633 MUSC7002 Core Instrumental Studies 3
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.

No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Consolidation of core technical and musical skills
An individualised programme of essential core instrumental skills which consolidates work on tone quality, rhythmic and pitch precision and clarity in playing. It expands work on Scales and Arpeggios, Instrumental/Vocal studies, Quick Study, Sight-Reading, Solo/Accompanied repertory
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 60
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Performance of appropriate repertory
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 40
Timing Every Second Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,5
Assessment Description
Continuous Assessment
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Individual instruction Every Week 1.00 1
Tutorial Contact Coach accompaniment and rehearsals Every Second Week 0.25 0.5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Individual instrumental practice Every Week 5.75 5.75
Total Hours 7.25
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.25
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • CIT Cork School of Music. Repertory Guidelines for Performance Studies.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GMUSC_8 Bachelor of Music (Honours) 4 Group Elective 2