Module Details

Module Code: MUSC9016
Title: Composition Portfolio 2
Long Title: Composition Portfolio 2 (PG)
NFQ Level: Expert
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 30
Field of Study: 2121 - Music & Performing Arts
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: Through detailed score study and writing of composition exercises, the learner will achieve enhanced competence in composing for a variety of forces. The learner will gain fluency in extended compositional expression.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Demonstrate competence in writing for a large ensemble
LO2 Display the facility to structure and deliver lengthy musical discourse
LO3 Show evidence of the ability to present work of an acceptable professional standard
LO4 Exhibit an understanding of diverse compositional concepts
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.
MUSC9013 or equivalent
 
Indicative Content
Score study
Analysis of contemporary musical literature for large-scale forces
Instrumental writing and research
Exploration of the repertory for ensemble, choir and orchestra with emphasis on idiomatic and innovative instrumental treatment. Collaborate with instrumentalists and conductors
Presentation of Portfolio
Presentation of an acceptable performing edition of a minimum of three works (20 minutes), audio and visual record of performances and insightful reflections on the composition process
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 100
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Submission of a minimum of 3 scores, which are of acceptable standard for rehearsal and public performance, for an ensemble of 10-15 instruments, Wind Ensemble, String Orchestra or Symphony Orchestra, a recording of the works and analytical commentary
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
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Individual and class-based practical instruction Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Score study and composition exercises Every Week 41.00 41
Total Hours 42.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 42.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Jonathan Goldman. (2014), The Musical Language of Pierre Boulez: Writings and Compositions, [ISBN: 0521514908].
  • Geraldine O'Connell Cusack. (2004), Children of the Far-Flung, [ISBN: 1904148336].
  • RenĂ© Descartes. (1997), Key Philosophical Writings (Wordsworth Classics of World Literature), [ISBN: 1853264709].
  • Allen Forte. (1973), The structure of atonal music, Yale University Press, New Haven, [ISBN: 0300021208].
  • by Aaron Copland. (1980), Music and imagination, Harvard University Press, Cambridge, [ISBN: 0674589157].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • scores as recommended by the lecturer.
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GMUSC_9 Master of Arts in Music (Taught) 3 Group Elective 2