Module Details

Module Code: MUSC8115
Title: Musical Theatre Rep Studies 7
Long Title: Musical Theatre Rep Studies 7
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2023/24 ( September 2023 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2121 - Music & Performing Arts
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module empowers students towards self-directed learning through independent study. Ensemble skills are enhanced by introducing aspects of musical direction and vocal coaching.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Produce an independent study informed by research and critical scholarship
LO2 Demonstrate a professional level of musical proficiency in theoretical and practical settings
LO3 Acquire skills of ensemble leadership including musical direction and vocal coaching
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
Musical Theatre Chorus
Rehearsal and performance of advanced and varied repertoire; programming; musical direction, conducting and vocal coaching; applied musicianship skills (sight-reading and basic vocal technique).
Independent Research
Independent study of a chosen topic; research frameworks, gathering of critical literature and advanced writing skills.
Theory and Rudiments of Music
Critical listening skills; consolidation and application of theory and rudiments of music to ABRSM Grade 6 competency level.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 2,3
Assessment Description
Contribution in musical theatre chorus and
demonstration of applied musicianship skills
Assessment Type Essay % of Total Mark 30
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Independent study of a chosen topic related to the field of study (2,500 words or twenty minute seminar presentation)
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 30
Timing Every Second Week Learning Outcomes 2
Assessment Description
Continuous assessment exercises and questions, including end-of-semester class test
on theory and rudiments of music
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
Lab Contact Chorus rehearsals and applied musicianship skills (two 75-minute classes) Every Week 2.50 2.5
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Research skills, writing skills and preparation of independent study Every Week 0.50 0.5
Tutorial Contact Atelier class on theory and rudiments of music Every Week 1.00 1
Independent Learning Non Contact Individual study, research and practical skills development Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Hall, Karen. (2014), So You Want to Sing Music Theater: A Guide for Professionals, Rowman and Littlefield, [ISBN: 0810888386].
  • Taylor, Eric. (2008), Music Theory in Practice, Grade 6, ABRSM, [ISBN: 1854725912].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Bonshor, Michael. (2017), The Confident Choir: A Handbook for Leaders of Group Singing, Rowman and Littlefield Publishers, [ISBN: 1538102781].
  • Purdy, Stephen. (2016), Musical Theatre Song: A Comprehensive Course in Selection, Preparation, and Presentation for the Modern Performer, Methuen Drama, [ISBN: 1472566564].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GMUTH_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Musical Theatre 7 Mandatory