Module Details

Module Code: MUSC9027
Title: Performer/Director 1
Long Title: Performer/Director 1 - Piano/Keyboard
NFQ Level: Expert
Valid From: Semester 2 - 2024/25 ( January 2025 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 30
Field of Study: 2121 - Music & Performing Arts
Module Delivered in: no programmes
Module Description: Performing and directing an instrumental/vocal ensemble from the piano/keyboard in a cohesive and insightful programme.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Integrate specific research, technical and stylistic aspects to prepare and deliver an artistic performance.
LO2 Design effective public performance programmes combining the skills of performing and directing, planning and executing successful and efficient rehearsal sessions.
LO3 Demonstrate an expert level of technical and artistic proficiency.
LO4 Communicate and direct a cohesive musical interpretation.
LO5 Generate independent artistic insights in the chosen area of specialism, and convey these to the collaborating team of performers.
LO6 Engage with all of the appropriate technology necessary for the running of the performance.
LO7 Evaluate the roles and responsibilities of the Musical Director and how these collaborate with the other creative, technical and production disciplines.
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).
12600 MUSC8001 Chamber Music 1
12603 MUSC8002 Chamber Music 2
12613 MUSC8054 Vocal Accompaniment
12614 MUSC8055 Instrumental Accompaniment
12356 MUSC8088 Musical Direction 2
13633 MUSC8083 Musical Direction 1
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.
12607 MUSC9010 Performance 1 (postgrad level)
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.
Undergraduate modules in performance, accompaniment or musical direction or equivalent experience.
 
Indicative Content
Research and design
Research and design of individualised programme, prepare arrangements as needed, define and prepare parts.
Technical Expertise
Employ a variety of approaches for effective learning of diverse technical and musical challenges. Secure collaborators and communicate own vision for the performance. Planning of how to share own interpretation with collaborators.
Presentation and delivery
Performing and directing. Strategies for effective communication with an audience in a public performance setting.
Use of relevant technology
Define specific areas for self-development in relation to set-up needed. Incorporate this learning into the research and design process.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 100
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6,7
Assessment Description
Public performance, supported by appropriate promotional and programme material (including preparation material and process log/journal).
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 Individual Lesson Every Week 1.00 1
Tutorial Contact Develop professional skills needed for a musical director Every Week 1.00 1
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact rehearsals with the ensemble work on preparing technological set up needed Every Week 10.00 10
Independent Learning Non Contact Independent practice and research, reflective learning Every Week 30.00 30
Total Hours 42.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 42.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Thomas M. Sterner. (2012), The Practicing Mind, New World Library, p.170, [ISBN: 978-1-60868-090-0].
  • David Buswell. (2006), Performance Strategies for Musicians, MX Publishing, [ISBN: 978-1904312222].
  • Gerald Klickstein. (2009), The Musician's Way, Oxford University Press, p.356, [ISBN: 978-0195343137].
  • Madeline Bruser. (1999), The Art of Practicing, Crown, p.289, [ISBN: 0-609-80177-5].
  • David Byrne. (2015), How Music Works, Canongate, London, [ISBN: 9781458766458].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • Youtube Channel, Rob Parish. Music Director Online.
  • Online and Live Performances, Medici TV.