Module Details

Module Code: MUSC8078
Title: Arranging 2
Long Title: Arranging 2
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: The development of key concepts and skill sets required for arranging in the popular music industry, specifically for a large ensemble of more than ten players.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Analyze a complex popular music score featuring a large ensemble
LO2 Critically assess and integrate stylistic concepts of popular music arranging
LO3 Arrange a short passage of approved music for large ensemble
LO4 Present the arrangement for large ensemble in recorded format
LO5 Integrate acquired stylistic and technical aspects of instrumental tessiturae, extended techniques and tonal sonorities
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
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Co-requisite Modules
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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
Analysis
The analysis of a substantial musical score, noting harmonic devices, textures, orchestration and other features
Arranging
The arrangement of a passage for large ensemble (of at least ten players), utilizing extended instrumental techniques and sonorities as stylistically appropriate.
Recording
The preparation of an arrangement for large ensemble in recorded digital format
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Continuous assessment of arranging skill development
Assessment Type Essay % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 1
Assessment Description
Analysis of approved section of music for large ensemble
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 60
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 3,4,5
Assessment Description
Arrangement for large ensemble with live recording
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 Arranging lecture Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact No Description Every Week 5.50 5.5
Tutorial Contact small-group skill development Every Week 0.50 0.5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.50
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Corey Allen. (2000), Arranging in the Digital World: Techniques for Arranging Popular Music Using Today's Electronic & Digital Instruments, Berklee Press, [ISBN: 0634006347].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Dick Lowell and Ken Pullig; edited by Michael Gold. (2003), Arranging for large jazz ensemble, Berklee Press, [ISBN: 0634036564].
  • Randy Felts. (2002), Reharmonization Techniques, Berklee Press, [ISBN: 0634015850].
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_GPOPM_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Popular Music 6 Elective