Module Details

Module Code: MUSC8014
Title: Conducting 2 - Symphony Orch.
Long Title: Conducting 2 - Symphony Orch.
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: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: An advanced course aimed at the conducting of large ensembles, orchestras and choirs. The module will be taught to small groups, typically 6. In the case of over-enrolment, selection procedures will apply.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Thoroughly prepare in private an item for large ensemble
LO2 Communicatively conduct an item for large ensemble responding promptly to an interactive creative environment
LO3 Confidently rehearse an item for large ensemble
LO4 Securely lead an ensemble through complex metrical changes
LO5 Fluently use the body in a coordinated and relaxed manner to influence tone quality and musical expression
LO6 Delineate the structure of a standard classical work
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).
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.
Demonstrated conducting ability
 
Indicative Content
Conducting
Silent preparation; flexibility of control; study of repertory symphonic and other items and of student orchestration projects; rehearsal and recording of student orchestration projects; use of video recording of one's work; with reference to the DVDs of famous conductors
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 5 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,5
Assessment Description
Demonstration of prepared item
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Demonstration of prepared item
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,5
Assessment Description
Informal performance or demonstration
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Rehearse and record orchestration projects (Symphony Orchestra)
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 10
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,6
Assessment Description
Oral test in structural analysis
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
Tutorial Contact Group and individual coaching and assessments Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Private study and practice Every Week 5.00 5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Various composers such as Beethoven, Elgar, Stravinsky, de Barra. repertory items of a demanding nature, available from the library or lecturer.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Helena Matheopoulos. (1982), Maestro, Hutchinson, London, [ISBN: 0091490103].
  • Norman Del Mar. (2014), Anatomy of the Orchestra, Main. Faber and Faber, p.528, [ISBN: 0571250998].
  • Robert Parry. (2007), Teach Yourself Tai Chi, Bookpoint Ltd Oxfordshire, [ISBN: 978-0-340-92967-4].
  • Dave Black, Tom Gerou. (1998), Essential dictionary of orchestration, Alfred Pub. Co., Los Angeles, p.352, [ISBN: 0739000217].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • Batons 14" and 16" (and 18" optional), Baton.
  • Video clips of various conductors, Video clips, Available from the lecturer.
  • Website, Ann McIlraith. Tai-Chi website, Cork City, Ann McIlraith,
    http://taichicork.blogspot.ie/
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GMUSC_8 Bachelor of Music (Honours) 8 Elective