Module Details

Module Code: MUSC8133
Title: Introduction to Hammond Organ
Long Title: Introduction to Hammond Organ Techniques
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2024/25 ( September 2024 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2121 - Music & Performing Arts
Module Delivered in: no programmes
Module Description: This skill-centred module enables keyboard students to develop their fundamental, technical, rhythmic and stylistic performance skills through the study of Hammond organ playing. Students develop their ability to learn independently and to critically analyse relevant repertory.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Show awareness through practice and performance of the various ergonomics of the Hammond organ.
LO2 Demonstrate their knowledge of drawbar registrations through performance on the organ and employ their suitable use in a variety of genres.
LO3 Employ rhythmic accompaniments when performing on the organ that are appropriate for a variety of musical styles.
LO4 Recognise a variety of Hammond clones and have an awareness of how to play authentic Hammond organ on them.
LO5 Effectively apply technique and expression to a musical performance on the organ.
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. Familiarity with drawbar registrations. 2. Left hand bass. 3. Various percussive techniques. 4. Squabbling. 5. Hammond chord voicings and comping. 6. Use of the Leslie speaker. 7. Use of the expression pedal.
Etudes
Study of a broad range of material addressing technical and stylistic challenges.
Reading
Study of stylistically appropriate notated charts. These will combine music notation and chord symbols.
Concepts of improvisation
Study of fundamental scales and arpeggios, voice leading, inner movement, chord substitutions.
Repertory Engagement
Analysis of relevant repertory. This will range from jazz, gospel, funk, rock and pop genres.
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 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Individual instrumental practice Every Week 6.00 6
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Tutorial Contact Instrument specific group lesson Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Individual instrumental practice Every Week 6.00 6
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Brian Auger. (2010), Brian Auger Hammond B-3 Master: Learn Keyboard Techniques from the Legend Himself [With CD (Audio)], Alfred's Artist, p.32, [ISBN: 978-0739065884].
  • Brian Charette. (2014), 101 Hammond B-3 Tips, Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation, p.64, [ISBN: 978-1480393707].
  • Scott Faragher. (2011), The Hammond Organ, Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation, p.390, [ISBN: 978-1458402875].
  • Andrew D. Gordon. (2004), Ultimate Blues Organ Riffs, [ISBN: 978-1882146048].
  • Dave Limina. (2019), Hammond Organ Complete, Berklee Press Publications, p.136, [ISBN: 978-0876391976].
  • Mark Vail. (2002), The Hammond Organ: Beauty in the B, Hal Leonard Corporation, p.324, [ISBN: 978-0879307059].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • DVD, David Bennet Cohen. (2000), Blues and Rock Techniques for Hammond Organ, Homespun.