Module Details

Module Code: MUSC9022
Title: Performance Masterclass
Long Title: Performance Masterclass
NFQ Level: Expert
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 25
Field of Study: 2121 - Music & Performing Arts
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This is a high-level public performance masterclass given by the candidate to a number of advanced students
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Demonstrate performance teaching skills at a high level
LO2 Evaluate and respond to the learning needs of an advanced music student
LO3 Draw upon a wide knowledge of appropriate repertoire
LO4 Promote and publicise a public masterclass
LO5 Give appropriate feedback and suggestions for development and improvement to a student
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.
A candidate must establish a current or prior professional performance level in their chosen specialism
 
Indicative Content
Lesson planning and structuring
Prior preparation for the public masterclass
Feedback
Immediate and reflective response to a student's performance
Performance Psychology
Strategies to improve performance and engage with necessary developmental work
Virtuosity
The imparting of expert techniques to develop a performer's level of virtuosity
Teaching as Performing
Stage deportment and interactive skills with participants and audience
Multimedia
Use of audio and video recording and playback as teaching techniques and documentation
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 3 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Preparation and Planning Proposal
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 15
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 5
Assessment Description
Written feedback to the student after the Masterclass
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 75
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Public Masterclass
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
Directed Learning Non Contact Mentored preparation Every Week 0.50 0.5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Evaluation of advanced student and preparation of material for Masterclass Every Week 34.50 34.5
Total Hours 35.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 35.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 0.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Module lecturer. Masterclass recordings, books and articles as recommended by lecturer.
  • Paul Harris. (2012), The Virtuoso Teacher: Teaching Method, Faber Music, London, [ISBN: 978-0571536764].
  • Janet Mills. (2007), Instrumental Teaching, OUP, London, [ISBN: 978-0193359086].
  • Gerald Klickstein. (2009), The Musician's Way, OUP America, p.360, [ISBN: 978-0195343137].
  • edited by Aaron Williamson. (2004), Musical Excellence, Oxford University Press, Oxford, p.320, [ISBN: 978-0198525356].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • DVD, EMI - Virgin Classics. (2007), Barenboim on Beethoven, ASIN: B000W1V5OW.
  • DVD, EMI. (1995), Maria Callas at Juillard, London, EMI.
  • DVD, Warner Bros. (2011), Maxim Vengarov: Playing by Heart & Masterclass, Warner Bros..
  • DVD, Masterclass Media Foundation. (2002), Piano Masterclass with Andras Schiff, London, Royal Academy of Music.
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GMUSC_9 Master of Arts in Music (Taught) 4 Group Elective 4