Module Details

Module Code: MUSC7038
Title: Acoustic Guitar Accompaniment1
Long Title: Acoustic Guitar Accompaniment1
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2022/23 ( September 2022 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2121 - Music & Performing Arts
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This skill centred module enables beginner guitar students to develop their fundamental, technical, rhythmic and stylistic performance skills through the study of guitar accompaniment. Students develop their ability to learn independently and critically analyse relevant repertory.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Display consolidated fundamental instrumental skills through melodic, rhythmic and arpeggiated chordal playing.
LO2 Perform a stylistically authentic programme of song accompaniment
LO3 Apply fundamental technical skills to play a straightforward melody and chord sequence reading from a notated chord/lead sheet
LO4 Demonstrate musical sensitivity and awareness through the ability to interact with other musicians
LO5 Inform performances through critical analysis of relevant stylistic recordings
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.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Technique
Core technique will be developed and consolidated through the study of: 1. Correct posture and holding of the instrument. 2. Correct hand positions. 3. Right hand plectrum technique, rhythmic and fingerpicking patterns. 4. Left hand legato technique. 5. First position chords: major, minor, dominant, diminished, and augmented. 6. Scales and arpeggios appropriate to the studied repertoire.
Etudes
Study of a broad range of material addressing technical and stylistic challenges.
Group Lessons
Development of ensemble skills, with an emphasis on vocal accompaniment.
Reading
Study of stylistically appropriate notated charts. These will combine music notation and chord symbols.
Scales and arpeggios
Study of basic scales and arpeggios.
Repertory Engagement
Analysis of relevant repertory. This will range from early 20th century folk song to contemporary popular song styles.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Continuous assessment of the individual learner within a group setting focusing on participation and weekly development of performance ability
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 60
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Presentation of technical studies, repertory performance, sight reading ability, scales and arpeggios
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
Tutorial Contact Instrument specific group lesson Every Week 0.50 0.5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Individual instrumental practice Every Week 6.50 6.5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 0.50
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Arnie Berle. (1993), Beginning Fingerstyle Blues Guitar, Music Sales Ltd, USA, [ISBN: 9780825625565].
  • Greg Horne. (2014), Complete Acoustic Guitar Method, 2nd. Alfred Publishing, USA, [ISBN: 9781470617790].
  • Mr Simon Pratt. (2020), Beginner Acoustic Fingerstyle Guitar, 2020. www.fundamental-changes.com (6 Feb. 2020), U.K., p.90 p, [ISBN: 1789331781].
  • Various. First 50 Songs You Should Play On Acoustic Guitar, Hal Leonard, [ISBN: 1480398128].
  • various. (2022), 100 Most Popular Songs for Fingerpicking Guitar, Hal Leonard (30 Jun. 2022), [ISBN: 1540027546].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Paul Simon. (2000), Simon and Garfunkel Chord Songbook, Music Sales Ltd, USA, [ISBN: 10:0711985790].
  • Hal Leonard. (2019), Bob Dylan Complete Guitar Chords/ Lyrics, Hal Leonard, USA, [ISBN: 10-1540051560].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • DVD, John Miller/ Stefan Grossman. (2002), The Guitar of Mississippi John Hurt, USA, Stefan Grossman's Guitar Workshop.
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GPOPM_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Popular Music 5 Elective