Module Details

Module Code: MUSC8102
Title: Final Performance
Long Title: Final Performance
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 10
Field of Study: 2121 - Music & Performing Arts
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: Preparation and public performance of a substantial instrumental/vocal recital of approximately 40 minutes, or a major concerto displaying a mature interpretation and stylistic delivery. Expanding on the student’s repertory, it emphasises the realisation of artistic concepts, confident instrumental delivery and an advanced musical understanding.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Formulate a coherent recital programme or complete concerto demonstrating an appropriate range of technical and musical challenges
LO2 Accomplish artistic objectives based on well-developed command of the instrument having ample comprehension of the music selected
LO3 Demonstrate an individual musical personality and an ability to engage with the audience at a cognitive and aesthetic level
LO4 Employ highly evolved listening ability and interact in recital partnership, as appropriate
LO5 Document and promote his/her public recital using multimedia technology
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).
12145 MUSC8104 Specialised Instr Studies 7
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.
IIi mark in Specialised Instrumental Studies 7, or equivalent
 
Indicative Content
Applying knowledge and advanced skill
Employment of self-evaluation, analytical skills and critical listening gained from previous performance experience
Artistic choices
Encouragement of own artistic concepts, imagination and individuality in playing
Performance in a professional setting
Strategies for achieving successful musical excellence and guidance in enhancing public musical performance
Programme and promotion
Production of high quality programme and programme notes, including publicity
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 80
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
A formal public performance
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Second Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,4,5
Assessment Description
Continuous Assessment
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

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 1.50 1.5
Tutorial Contact Coach accompaniment and rehearsals Every Second Week 0.25 0.5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Individual instrumental practice; preparation of programme notes and promotion Every Week 12.25 12.25
Total Hours 14.25
Total Weekly Learner Workload 14.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.75
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Books, Journals, CDs. IInstrument specific reading and listening bibliography and list of scores will be provided by the lecturer.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Altenmuller, Eckard, Kesselring, Jurg, Wiesendanger, Mario. (2006), Music, Motor Control and the Brain, Oxford University Press, USA, [ISBN: 10: 0199298726, ISBN-13: 978-0199298723].
  • Lloyd-Watts, Valery, Bigler, Carole. (1995), Ornamentation: A Question and Answer Manual, Alfred Publishing Company, p.64, [ISBN: 10: 0882845497, ISBN-13: 978-0882845494].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • Reference sites for recordings, www.arkivmusic.com; www.naxos.com.
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GMUSC_8 Bachelor of Music (Honours) 8 Group Elective 1