Module Details

Module Code: MUSC8048
Title: Orchestration - Large Ensemble
Long Title: Orchestration - Large Ensemble
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: A module in advanced scoring for Symphonic Wind Ensemble OR full Symphony Orchestra OR both. This 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 Deal with the transpositions and musical roles of the various instruments of the chosen ensemble(s)
LO2 Construct varied and balanced textures and use them creatively in structural sequence
LO3 Create a mapped analysis of the scoring of an item for Wind Ensemble and/or Symphony Orchestra
LO4 Score an item for Wind Ensemble and/or Symphony Orchestra using music notation software
LO5 Work towards a deadline with time for multiple revisions
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.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Scoring & dictation exercises
Eight flexible sets of work, chosen from exercises for Brass Band, Wind Ensemble and/or Symphony Orchestra
Mapping
Analytical mapping of repertory item(s) and of chosen project
Model scores
Study of model scores
Scoring
Scoring of one large or two smaller projects, chosen from Brass Band, Wind Ensemble & Symphony Orchestra using music notation software
Performance and recording
Performance and recording session with Cork School of Music Wind Ensemble and/or Symphony Orchestra, or equivalent
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Scoring & dictation exercises
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 70
Timing Week 12 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Presentation of a performance-ready score & parts of project(s) using music notation software
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 Individual project guidance Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Private study & projectwork 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
  • Alan Cutts. course manual & model scores, available from the lecturer.
  • Dave Black, Tom Gerou. (1998), Essential dictionary of orchestration, Alfred Pub. Co., Los Angeles, p.352, [ISBN: 0739000217].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Walter Piston. (1955), Orchestration, W.W. Norton, New York, [ISBN: 0393097404].
  • Various composers. orchestral scores, available in the school library.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • website, Andrew Hugill with the Philharmonia Orchestra. The Orchestra: A User's Manual,
    http://andrewhugill.com/OrchestraManual/
  • Music Notation Software, Sibelius or compatible music notation software which is capable of facilitating the presentation of a performance score and extraction of parts.
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GMUSC_8 Bachelor of Music (Honours) 7 Elective