Module Details

Module Code: MUSC8050
Title: Performance Development 1
Long Title: Performance Development 1
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2121 - Music & Performing Arts
Module Delivered in: 3 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is a personalised study of practice and skill development through an individual programme focussed on expanding self-awareness in relation to a specific performance area and medium.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Identify a suitable instrumental project and design a plan for its development
LO2 Set objectives and employ efficient practice routine to improve technical competence on the instrument
LO3 Manage time and prioritise tasks through critical self-evaluation of progress against project objectives, using appropriate recording technology
LO4 Draw on and develop specific playing qualities and skills required for the chosen area of performance
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).
12637 MUSC8050 Performance Development 1
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.
A IIii in Core Instrumental Studies 3 & 4, or equivalent.
 
Indicative Content
The Developing Performer
A self-assessment of the learner and her/his abilities through observation of practice/performances captured through appropriate recording technology
Specific Performance Area
The awareness of current practice in the chosen area with recommended reading and listening lists
Practice and programme planning
Goal setting and time management of preparation and practice
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 40
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Diary of activities with audio/visual support
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Final progress evaluation
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Initial progress evaluation
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 0.50 0.5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Individual instrumental practice, preparation and reflection Every Week 6.50 6.5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 0.50
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Books, Journals. List of appropriate reading material will be provided by Lecturer.
  • CDs. List of appropriate listening material will be provided by Lecturer.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Conable, Barbara and Conable Benjamin. (2000), What Every Musician Needs to Know About the Body, Andover Pr, [ISBN: 10: 096225956X; ISBN-13: 978-0962259562].
  • Judy, Stephanie. (1990), Making Music for the Joy Of It, Tarcher, [ISBN: 10: 0874775930; ISBN-13: 978-0874775938].
  • Schneiderman, Barbara. (1991), Confident Music Performance: The Art of Preparing, MMB Music, [ISBN: 10: 0918812704; ISBN-13: 978-0918812704].
  • Westney, William. (2006), The Perfect Wrong Note: Learning to Trust Your Musical Self, Amadeus Press, [ISBN: 10: 1574671456; ISBN-13: 978-1574671452].
  • Thompson, Sue and Neil Thompson. (2008), The Critically Reflective Practitioner, Any. Palgrave macmillan, Houndsmills, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG21 6XS UK, [ISBN: 10:0230573185].
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) 5 Elective
CR_GMUTE_9 Master of Arts in Music and Technology 1 Group Elective 2
CR_GMUST_9 Master of Science in Music and Technology 1 Group Elective 2