Module Details

Module Code: MUSC8037
Title: The Irish Folksong Tradition
Long Title: The Irish Folksong Tradition
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: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: A study of Irish folksong from historical and social perspectives, incorporating a detailed study of the sean nós tradition and the various regional styles.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Formulate new research on aspects of the Irish folksong tradition
LO2 Evaluate folksong traditions through active participation
LO3 Analyse ornamentation and innovation within the tradition
LO4 Assess the various song types within the tradition
LO5 Contextualize the song tradition historically and socially
LO6 Engage in active class discussion and contribute to subjective evaluation
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).
None
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.
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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.
None
 
Indicative Content
Folksong
The study of Folksong in a cultural and social context
Sean Nós
Examination of the sean nós tradition
Song Types
Exploration of the various song types found in the tradition
Regional Styles
Examination of the various regional singing styles in Ireland
Innovation and Improvisation
Examination of historical and modern influences on the Irish Song Tradition
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
Presentation of on-going research
Assessment Type Essay % of Total Mark 60
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Essay
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 Lecture Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Development of repertory Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Attend live performance and group activity Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Exploration of recorded and archive material Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Vallely, Fintan (ed.). (2011), The Companion to Irish Traditional Music, 2nd revised. Cork University Press, Cork, [ISBN: 9781859184509].
  • Tunny, Paddy. (1991), The Stone Fiddle, Irish Books and Media, [ISBN: 10: 086281300X].
  • Con O Drisceoil. (2007), The Spoons Murder and Other Mysteries, Craft Recordings, Dublin, [ISBN: 97-0-9553112-0-8].
  • Dáibhí Ó Cróinín ed.. (2000), The Songs of Elizabeth Cronin, Four Courts Press, Dublin, [ISBN: 1-85182-259-3].
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_GMUSC_8 Bachelor of Music (Honours) 8 Elective
CR_GMUSC_8 Bachelor of Music (Honours) 6 Elective