MUSIC

Credit Points

20

Course Coordinator

Dr R B Williams

Pre-requisites

Entry is by successful audition. As a guide to the expected standard, candidates should normally

• have achieved at least ABRSM Grade IV or equivalent on piano;


• Be working at no lower than ABRSM Grade V standard or equivalent on additional study instrument or voice;


• Have achieved at least ABRSM Grade VIII or equivalent on main study instrument or voice.

Co-requisites

Students who have not achieved ABRSM Grave IV on additional study, or ABRSM Grade VI on main study on entrance to this course will be required to acquire this qualification, or reach the equivalent level before the end of this course. This is a pre-requisite for entry to Performance Studies 1:2.

Overview

In Main Study and Addtional Study, students work on a one-to-one basis with a specialist instrumental/vocal instructor and participate in workshops and masterclasses. Vocal Ensemble provides opportunities to develop vocal skills and rehearsing and directing skills. Keyboard Skills includes exercises in chords and keyboard textures, harmonisation, sight and score-reading, transportation and improvisation.

Structure

Ensemble teaching per week and 2 two-hour workshops.

6 hours teaching per week and 2 two-hour workshops.

Assessment

1st Attempt: Keyboard skills practical examination (25%) and continuous assessment (75%): main tutor report (50%); additional study report (20%) and concert diary (5%).

Resit: Resit for failed vocal/instrumental tutor report shall be a performance examination comprising performance of one or more pieces on the instrument / voice on which the candidate has failed. The programme should last approximately 10 minutes (main study), and 5 minutes (additional study).

Credit Points

20

Course Coordinator

Dr D J Smith

Pre-requisites

None

Overview

Changes in the way that music is studied in secondary schools makes an overview of musical history essential at this early stage. The Music from 900-1700 component provides an overview of the main musical developments, placing them in a cultural context. Examples of works by a range of composers will be used to illustrate the evolution of compositional techniques. The Music in Contemporary Contexts component will cover a range of topics which look at music today, how it is composed, how it is performed, and how it is experienced; areas covered include contemporary performance techniques, dance music, minimalism, electroacoustic music, improvisation, popular music and music dissemination.

Structure

2 two-hour lectures and 1 one-hour tutorial per week.

Assessment

Examination (30%) and continuous assessment (70%).

Credit Points

20

Course Coordinator

Dr P J Stollery

Pre-requisites

Composition Studies 1:2 A high level of musical literacy is required for this course.

Overview

Students will gain experience in arranging music for a range of ensembles, including the orchestra, in a variety of styles and will learn how to transcribe orchestral scores for piano, as well as learning how to arrange instrumental textures idiomatically for piano.

Structure

3 hour seminar/tutorial per week.

Assessment

Continuous assessment (100%).

Credit Points

20

Course Coordinator

Dr R B Williams

Pre-requisites

Achieved at least ABRSM Grade V, or equivalent on additional study instrument or voice; achieved at least ABRSM Grade VIII, or equivalent on main study or voice; successful completion of Performance Studies 1:1, or equivalent.

Notes

This Performance Studies course consists of the following components: one main study (instrument or voice), one Additional Study, Keyboard Skills, Vocal Ensemble, Rehearsing and Directing and Ensemble.

Overview

In Main Study and Additional Study, students will work throughout the year on a one-to-one basis with a specialist instrumental/vocal instructor, as well as participating in and attending workshops and masterclasses. Vocal Ensemble provides opportunities for students to develop their vocal skills as well as providing a resource for rehearsing and directing skills to be enhanced. Keyboard Skills will include exercises in chords and keyboard texture, harmonisation, sight and score-reading, transportation and improvisation. Ensemble requires attendance at one of the following University Music organised activities - University Symphony Orchestra, University Choral Society.

Structure

6 hours teaching per week and 2 two-hour workshops.

Assessment

Recitals (70%), keyboard skills practical examination (25%) and essay (5%).

Credit Points

20

Course Coordinator

Dr D J Smith

Pre-requisites

Cultural and Historical Studies 1:1.

Notes

This Cultural and Historical Studies course consists of the following components: Music in Scotland, Music Technology and Taster Sessions.

Overview

Ths Music in Scotland component chronologically surveys music created, and experienced, in Scotland, from the Roman occupation to the present, and its relationship to a wider world. Music Technology covers basic music technology skills including musical applications of the internet, MIDI and audio in powerpoint presentations, MIDI Sequencing, music notation, recording techniques, sound engineering and studio techniques. The taster sessions consist of opportunities for students to experience an area which they might want to explore further at a later stage, including music education.

Five sessions will be offered covering areas such as music therapy, music and education, electroacoustic music, world music, peripatetic music teaching, music and mass media, music and communities and music administration.

Structure

4 hours teaching per week and 5 taster sessions of 5 hours.

Assessment

Examination (20%) and continuous assessment (80%): 1 listening test (10%), 1 essay (25%), 1 tutorial presentation (5%), 2 music technology assignments (30%) and taster session report (10%).

Credit Points

20

Course Coordinator

Dr P Stollery

Pre-requisites

Composition Studies 1:1

Notes

This Composition Studies course consists of the following components: Composition and Aural, Rudiments and Theory.

Overview

Composition will consist of four three week projects, with students working in whole group, small group and individual contexts. Projects will cover working with percussion instruments, developing melodic lines, setting words to music and working with ensemble. Students compose pieces based on the work covered in the four projects and present them, fully notated and recorded on CD at the end of the half session. Aural, Rudiments and Theory will cover basic skills in all three areas, concentrating on developing acute listening skills through focused listening and developing fundamental theoretical skills which provide the foundation stone for compositional work.

Structure

4 hour seminars/tutorials per week.

Assessment

Examination (25%) and continuous assessment (75%).

Credit Points

30

Course Coordinator

Dr P J Stollery

Pre-requisites

Available only to students in Programme Year 2 who have passed CR 1504.

Overview

In Main Study and Additional Study, students will work throughout the year on a one-to-one basis with a specialist instrumental/vocal instructor, as well as participating in and attending workshops and masterclasses. Rehearsing and Directing skills are enhanced through working both in and with Ensemble 1 groups, which consist of University Music organised activities such as Cantores ad Portam, String Quartets, Contemporary Ensemble. Keyboard skills will include exercises in figured bass and harmonisation, sight- and score-reading, transposition and improvisation. Ensemble 2 requires attendance at one of the following University Music organised activities - University Symphony Orchestra, University Choral Society, University Concert Band, University String Ensemble and Chapel Choir.

Structure

7.5 hours per week plus 4 hours of workshops.

Assessment

Examination (30%) and continuous assessment (70%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr P J Stollery

Pre-requisites

Available only to students in Programme Year 2 who have passed CR 1505.

Overview

At the heart of the Applied Composition (C18) course are weekly exercises in pastiche composition in which students complete extracts of music by Clementi, Mozart, Haydn, Bach and Handel. Students gain experience in writing for piano and string quartet in Classical style, and in composing exercises in two- and three-part Baroque counterpoint. This course is designed to show how these different genres might be applied to particular compositional contexts, as well as offering an invaluable insight into the styles and techniques of eighteenth-century composition, as studied in Music in the Eighteenth Century.

Structure

2 hours seminars/tutorials per week.

Assessment

Continuous assessment (100%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr R B Williams

Pre-requisites

Available only to students in Programme Year 2 who have passed CR 1506.

Overview

The Music in the Eighteenth Century course presents a history of major composers of the Baroque and Classical periods of music. Works by J S Bach, Handel, Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven will be studied. Development of musical style against the changing pattern of society in the Age of Enlightenment and patronage will be considered. The ability to recognise and discuss musical extracts will be developed.

Structure

2 hours lectures and 1 hour tutorials per week.

Assessment

Examination (40%) and continuous assessment (60%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr P J Stollery

Pre-requisites

Performance Studies 2:1, or equivalent.

Overview

In Main Study and Additional Study, students will work throughout the year on a one-to-one basis with a specialist instrumental/vocal instructor, as well as participating in and attending workshops and masterclasses. Ensemble requires attendance at one of the following University Music organised activities - University Symphony Orchestra, University Choral Society, University Concert Bans, University String Ensemble and Chapel Choir.

Structure

3.5 hours per week plus 4 hours workshops.

Assessment

Examination (75%) and continuous assessment (25%).

Credit Points

30

Course Coordinator

Dr P J Stollery

Pre-requisites

Composition Studies 2:1

Overview

The Applied Composition (C19) component consists of weekly seminars in which students complete extracts from lieder and string quartets by Beethoven, Schubert, Schumann and others. The Composition component consists of four three week projects, with students working on aleatoric techniques, extended vocal and instrumental techniques, extended tonalities and composing for a professional ensemble. Music Technology covers a range of advanced skills including advanced notation and MIDI Sequencing, software evaluation, working with digital audio, setting up PA systems, and basic acoustics and psychoacoustics. The Placement/Elective option allows for students to spend a week in a school prior to choosing the Honours Education programme in year 3. The optional elective courses cover World Music, Electroacoustic Music, Jazz Music and a course examining a C19 set work.

Structure

8 hours per week plus 1 week placement.

Assessment

Examination (20%) and continuous assessment (80%).

Credit Points

30

Course Coordinator

Dr D J Smith

Pre-requisites

Higher or A Level Music, Grade V theory, University Access course 2, or equivalent.

Overview

The study of history and repertoire of music from Schubert to Strauss will be combined with the working of harmony, exercises in romantic stule. The course will examine the musical style of major composers of the period, and place their music in a broader cultural context.

Structure

1 two-hour lecture (to be arranged), 1 hour weekly tutorial (to be arranged).

Assessment

1 two-hour examination (40%) and continuous assessment: 2 essays (20%); portfolio of exercises (40%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr M A Alburger

Pre-requisites

Entry to Honours Music - BMus or MA

Overview

This innovatory course features a practical induction to oral transmission and acceptance of traditional music, song, dance, and associated musical styles. Inspired by the highly successful Music in the Community projects, students will experience traditional processes in action, choosing to participate in a field mutually agreed by the Course Co-ordinator, traditional tutors and individual students through oral/aural rather than literate transmission.

Assessment is provided by self - and tutor - assessed written weekly learning diaries recording the learning process; through participation in directed group tutorials, through participation in the traditional group instrumental/vocal tuition, and by an essay evaluating the individual's experience of traditional oral/aural learning processes.

Structure

12 one-hour group tutorials; 8 two-hour traditional transmission sessions.

Assessment

On-going assessment (10%), and practical course work (20%); self-assessed learning diaries (20%); 1 2000 word essay (50%) evaluating the individual's response to oral learning procedures.

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr P J Stollery

Pre-requisites

Available only to students in Programme Year 3 of the BMus.

Overview

In Main Study and Additional Study, students will work throughout the year on a one-to-one basis with a specialist instrumental/vocal instructor, as well as participating in and attending workshops and masterclasses. Ensemble groups consist of University Music organised activities such as Cantores ad Portam, String Quartets, Contemporary Ensemble, University Symphony Orchestra, University Choral Society, University Concert Band, University String Ensemble and Chapel Choir. Keyboard Skills will include exercises in Harmonisation, sight- and score-reading, transposition and improvisation and will prepare students for the demands of keyboard skills within the context of the classroom.

Structure

4.5 hours per week plus 4 hours workshops.

Assessment

Examination (25%) and continuous assessment (75%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr P J Stollery

Pre-requisites

Available only to students in Programme Year 3 on the BMusEd programme.

Overview

This Music in the Twentieth Century course presents a history of major composers of the twentieth century. Lectures will cover Bartok, Debussy, Stravinsky, the Second Viennese School, neoclassicism, the British symphonic tradition, Darmstadt in 1952, electroacoustic music, minimalism and the crossover between art music and popular music.

Structure

2 hour lecture and 1 hour tutorial per week.

Assessment

Continuous assessment (100%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr P J Stollery

Pre-requisites

Available only to students in Programme Year 3 of the BMus.

Overview

Composition will consist of three four week projects, with students working increasingly in small group as well as individual contexts. The three projects are a work for piano, and a work for solo instrument (with or without accompaniment). Students compose pieces based on the work covered in the three projects and present them, fully notated and recorded on CD at the end of the session.

Structure

1 hour per week.

Assessment

Continuous assessment (100%).

Credit Points

60

Course Coordinator

Dr P J Stollery

Pre-requisites

Available only to students in Programme Year 3 of the BMusEd programme.

Overview

The Education Studies lectures cover an introduction to educational principles and practice, with particular regard for music, and linkages between primary and secondary phases of education prior to the pre-placement visit in week 27. The remainder of the content will be designed to aid students to prepare for the six-week School Experience, to engage in de-briefing activities following placement, and to prepare for further School Experience in year 4. School Experience takes place during wks 27, 29-31 and 33-35. The Research Skills component introduces students to different kinds of research (qualitative and quantitative; historical and sociological). Generic research skills such as information gathering, storage, interpretation and presentation will be considered alongside aspects of research unique to music and music education.

Structure

96 hours lectures/seminars and 7 weeks school experience.

Assessment

Continuous assessment (100%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr R B Williams

Pre-requisites

Available only to students in Programme Year 3 of the BMus

Overview

In Main Study and Additional Study, students will work throughout the year on a one-to-one basis with a specialist instrumental/vocal instructor, as well as participating in and attending workshops and masterclasses. Ensemble groups consist of University Music organised activities such as Cantores ad Portam, String Ensemble, New Music Ensemble, University Symphony Orchestra, University Choral Society, University Concert Band, University String Ensemble and Chapel Choir. Applied Music Technology will build on the skills developed in Music Technology courses in years 1 and 2. Students will undertake an extended project under the guidancce of a tutor in an area of music and ICT (eg music to image, electroacoustic composition, internet sound design, algorithmic composition).

Structure

4.5 hours per week then Applied Music Technology weekly 2 hour seminar in 1st half session.

Assessment

Continuous assessment (75%); Applied Music Technology project negotiated with tutor (25%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr P J Stollery

Pre-requisites

Available only to students in Programme Year 3 of the BMus.

Overview

Composition will consist of three four-week projects, with students working increasingly in small groups as well as individual contexts. The three projects include a work for piano, and a work for solo instrument (with or without accompaniment). Students compose pieces based on the work covered in the three projects and present them, fully notated and recorded on CD at the end of the session.

Structure

1 hour per week.

Assessment

Continuous assessment (100%).

Credit Points

30

Course Coordinator

Dr D J Smith

Pre-requisites

Entry to Honours Music - BMus Hons or MA with Music (Minor Honours).

Overview

This course will link two highly innovative periods of music history, the early Baroque and the early twentieth century. It will seek to establish the extent to which accepted traditions and compositional techniques were challenged. Parallels will be drawn between musical developments in the two eras. Aspects of contemporary culture, as well as contextual and comparative analysis will be included.

Structure

1 two-hour weekly lecture (to be arranged) and 2 one-hour weekly tutorials (to be arranged).

Assessment

1 two-hour examination (25%), 1 submitted essay (30%), 1 submitted composition (25%), 1 listening test (10%), 1 oral presentation (10%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr P J Stollery

Pre-requisites

Available only to students in programme year 3 of the BMus.

Overview

In Main Study and Additional Study, students will work throughout the year on a one-to-one basis with a specialist instrumental/vocal instructor, as well as participating in and attending workshops and masterclasses. Ensemble groups consist of University Music organised activities such as Cantores ad Portam, String Emsemble, Contemporary Ensemble, University Symphony Orchestra, University Choral Society, University Concert Band, University String Ensemble and Chapel Choir.

Structure

Tutorials of one hour per week on main study; half an hour per week on additional study; attendance at 1 two-hour masterclass or workshop on each; attendance at a University Ensemble.

Assessment

Main study recital of 20 minutes (50%); additional study recital of 15 minutes (25%); in course essay (25%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr D J Smith

Pre-requisites

Entry to Honours Music - BMus Hons or MA.

Overview

This course will comprise two elements:

1. A survey of musical developments in the Renaissance from Dunstable to Palestina, focusing especially on sacred music of the period. Students will study isorythmic motets, and different types of Mass settting (cantul firmiu, imitatio, paraphrase and free). They will look at music in a social and cultural context, including the role of the musician in society, and the impact of the Reformation upon music.


2. A special topic which will vary from year to year. Topics include (but are not limited to): William Byrd Early Keyboard Music, Music in Scotland, Instrumental Ensemble Music.

Structure

6 two-hour lectures, 2 two-hour seminars and 2 two-hour tutorials.

Assessment

Continuous assessment (100%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr D J Smith

Pre-requisites

Entry to Music Honours - BMus or MA.

Overview

This course introduces the historic background to, and discipline of, ethnomusicology, the field-work-based study of traditional musics in their social contexts. The course also investigates issues relating to the roles and responsibilities of researchers in interactions with host individuals and communities, and will broadly consider music types, 'performers', 'audiences', and ethical and moral issues affecting researchers and those sharing their musical and social cultures.

The course also focuses on what was once seen as the traditional music of 'other' cultures, briefly exploring indigenous music from other parts of the world; and discovering the ways in which music very different from European models is investigated and interpreted. Sound recordings, filmed evidence, and readings from books, research papers and journals will supplement lectures.

Structure

8 two-hour lectures, 4 two-hour tutorials to be arranged.

Assessment

Two 2,000 word essays (80%); 1 tutorial presentation (20%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr D J Smith

Pre-requisites

Entry to Honours Music - BMus or MA

Overview

Folksong or Fakesang? examines how 'traditional' music, particularly that regarded as Scottish, has been defined and perceived historically and in the present. To some, it is a valuable source of knowledge relevant not only to Scotland, but to Canada, the United States, and Europe; to others, it is dull, boring, and old-fashioned, or may be known only through 'Auld Lang Syne', or 'Flower of Scotland', the unofficial national anthem.

This course will look at some of the ways in which 'traditional' music has been used for political, non-musical, purposes; discuss interchanges with other countries and cultures; and consider the ways such music is transmitted, recorded, altered and perceived, through time, taste, and commercial, artistic, and aesthetic prejudices.

Structure

8 two-hour lectures; 4 two-hour tutorials to be arranged.

Assessment

Exam (40%), 2000 word essay (40%), tutorial presentation (20%).

Credit Points

30

Course Coordinator

Dr R B Williams

Pre-requisites

Entry to Honours Music - BMus or MA.

Overview

Aesthetic and philosophical origins and bases of music from Plato through the eighteenth to the twentieth centuries will be discussed. Methods of musical analysis, from Tovey through Schenker, Reti, and Forte to Schaeffer, will be studied and compared. The Languages of Music component will introduce students to Italian, French and German musical terms and pronunciation, Greek and Cyrillic transliteration, and common Latin pronunciation and cognates.

Structure

12 weekly one-hour lectures and 12 weekly seminars of two hours (to be arranged).

Assessment

1 two-hour examination (50%); one submitted essay of 2,000 words (40%); one tutorial presentation (10%).

Credit Points

30

Course Coordinator

Dr M A Alburger

Pre-requisites

Entry to Honours Music.

Overview

From domestic music-making to Burns's, Scott's and MacPherson's influence on composers such as Beethoven, Schubert and Schumann, the course focuses on a highly creative musical period. The rising importance of music publishing, and the composers Oswald, Bremner and McGibbon form the background against which the 'Gow phenomenon', the Earl of Kelly's Mannheim symphonies, and Burns's songs are placed.

Social dancing, and music in the Kirk, is seen within a growing awareness of traditional melodies (Scots and Scottish Gaelic songs; fiddle, harp, and bagpipe music) as musical sources and as part of a newly-perceived national heritage to be valued and preserved.

Structure

12 two-hour lectures; 6 one-hour seminars; 6 one-hour tutorials.

Assessment

Written examination (40%); two listening tests (20%); 1 essay of 2,000 words (30%); 1 tutorial presentation of 10 minutes (10%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr R B Williams

Pre-requisites

Entry to Honours Music - BMus or MA.

Overview

European music 1945-2000 presents a complex and confused picture with radical, conventional and traditional composers working simultaneously. This course will identify 'seminal' composers, compositions and theories to bring focus to the many different musics of the period.

Structure

4 two-hour lectures followed by weekly two-hour tutorials.

Assessment

Continuous assessment (100%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr R B Williams

Pre-requisites

Available only to students in Programme Year 3 of the BMus.

Overview

In Main Study and Additional Study, students will work throughout the year on a one-to-one basis with a specialist instrumental/vocal instructor, as well as participating in and attending workshops and masterclasses. Ensemble groups consist of University Music organised activities such as Cantores ad Portam, String Ensemble, Contemporary Ensemble, University Symphony Orchestra, University Choral Society, University Concert Band, University String Ensemble and Chapel Choir.

Structure

Tutorials of one-hour per week on main study. 1/2-hour per week on additional study, attendance at 1 two-hour masterclass or workshop on each; attendance at a University Ensemble.

Assessment

Main study recital of 20 minutes (50%); additional study recital of 15 minutes (25%); Concert Diary (25%).

Credit Points

20

Course Coordinator

Dr R B Williams

Pre-requisites

Available only to students in Programme Year 4 of the BMusEd programme.

Overview

This course aims to replicate the process of presenting a research paper for peer presentation. Students pursue independent study on a topic selected in consultation with lecturing staff, presenting their findings in a peer presentation and extended essay.

Structure

Individual tutorial 20 minutes per week (tba).

Assessment

Examination (50%) and continuous assessment (50%).

Credit Points

20

Course Coordinator

Dr P J Stollery

Pre-requisites

Available only to students in Programme Year 4 of the BMusEd programme.

Overview

The exploratory, improvisional and compositional work undertaken in various courses during the first three years of the programme provides a useful foundation for the study of composition at this stage. Sessions will cover analysis of works, improvisation sessions and individual consultations. Students will be required to produce a composition folio. The exact nature of the folio is the result of negotation between the composition tutor and the student. The folio might consist of a single large-scale work or a number of smaller pieces.

Structure

20 minutes/1 hour tutorials per week.

Assessment

Continuous assessment (100%).

Credit Points

80

Course Coordinator

Dr P J Stollery

Pre-requisites

Available only to students in Programme Year 4 of the BMusEd programme.

Overview

Education Studies continues work begun in year 3 on a wide range of aspects of music education. School Experience takes place during weeks 11 and 17-23. A further 10 days of School Experience are negoiated between student, lecturing staff and school staff. For the Extended Essay, students will negotiate a focus for their project prior to the commencement of research. The extended essay will compliment the work contained within the students' professional file, as well as the viva voce.

Structure

24 hours lectures in education studies, 6 hours essay preparation, 8 weeks school experience.

Assessment

Examination (10%) continuous assessment (90%).

Credit Points

20

Course Coordinator

Dr P J Stollery

Pre-requisites

Available only to students in Programme Year 4 of the BMusEd programme.

Overview

In Main Study, students will work throughout the year on a one-to-one basis with a specialist instrumental/vocal instructor, as well as participating in and attending workshops and masterclasses. Ensemble groups consist of University Music organised activities such as Cantores ad Portam, String Quartets, Contemporary Ensemble, University Symphony Orchestra, University Choral Society, University Concert Band, University String Ensemble and Chapel Choir. The Supporting Coursework element covers preparation of programme notes and other supporting materials for recitals as well as visits from established members of the music profession lecturing on performance and practice techniques.

Structure

3 or 4 hours per week plus 8 hours workshops.

Assessment

Examination (100%).

Credit Points

30

Course Coordinator

Dr D J Smith

Pre-requisites

MA with Music third year. Approval by topic by Director of Music.

Overview

Disseration of 10,000 words on an approved musicological topic.

Structure

Supervision throughout year.

Assessment

Dissertation (100%).

Credit Points

30

Course Coordinator

Dr P J Stolley

Pre-requisites

MA with Music (Minor Honours) third year curriculum.

Co-requisites

Evidence of satisfactory competence in composition and the approval of the Director of Music.

Notes

It may be possible for students to gain additional experience in composition by taking composition courses offered through the Centre for Continuing Education.

Overview

Submission of portfolio of compositions to last c20 minutes in performance. Candidates should be able to show competence in a variety of styles and genres, subject to the approval of the Director of Music.

Structure

Supervision throughout year.

Assessment

Submission of portfolio of compositions (100%).

Credit Points

30

Course Coordinator

Dr R B Williams

Pre-requisites

MA with Music (Minor Honours) Year 3 curriculum. At least grade 8 distinction, and/or approval of Programme or Development Director BMus Hons, following successful audition Junior Honours course.

Co-requisites

At least Grade 8 distinction, and/or approval of Director of Music following successful audition.

Notes

Vocal or instrumental recital of 25-30 minutes duration, the programme to be approved in advance by the Director of Music.

Overview

Supervision throughout year.

Structure

Recital (100%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr P J Stollery

Pre-requisites

Level 3 BMus Hons or MA curriculum. Approval of Programme Director and/or Development Director BMus.

Co-requisites

Senior Honours Composition Portfolio course.

Notes

This course will be available from 2005/2006 onwards.

Overview

Programming one's own music;

Composer's working practices;

Composers working with performers;

Programme notes, commentaries and extended documentation.

Structure

4 two-hour lectures/seminars; weekly tutorial of 1 hour.

Assessment

Essay of 2,000 words on an aspect of composer's working practices (50%); performance of one of student's own pieces with oral presentation by student (50%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr R B Williams

Pre-requisites

Level 3 BMus Hons or MA curriculum. Approval of Programme Director and/or Development Director BMus.

Co-requisites

Senior Honours Recital Programme

Notes

This course will be available from 2005/2006 onwards.

Overview

Study of international performer(s) - repertoire and interpretation. Programming concerts - how to construct a coherent recital programme. Interpretation and how to approach a performance of a composition. Explanation of recital programme through written and oral communication.

Structure

4 two-hour seminars; weekly tutorial of 1 hour.

Assessment

Extended essay on chosen peformer (70%) and oral presentation on explanation of recital programme (30%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr D J Smith

Pre-requisites

Third year BMus Hons or MA curriculum.

Co-requisites

Senior Honours Dissertation

Notes

This course will be available from 2005/2006 onwards.

Overview

This course will introduce students to basic research methods and to editorial methods. It will cover bibliographic tools, research planning and organization, research presentation, the history of notation and the principles of editing.

Structure

4 two-hour seminars in total and 1 one-hour tutorial per week.

Assessment

Preparation of a bibliography and research plan (25%), Oral Presentation (25%). Examination (50%).

Credit Points

30

Course Coordinator

Dr R B Williams

Pre-requisites

Available only to Programme Year 4 students on the BMus with Honours and BMus with Honours (Music in Scotland) programmes.

Notes

This course will be available from 2005/2006 onwards.

Overview

This course will examine historical and contemporary Performance practice. The practice of conducting and directing musical ensembles will take further the concept of application of musical knowledge into the situation of performance. Musical analysis and its influence on performance techniques will form an important component part of the course.

Structure

Weekly one-hour lecture (to be arranged) and a fortnightly seminar of two hours (to be arranged) and a weekly tutorial. Attendance at a minimum of one major ensemble of the University.

Assessment

Continuous assessment (100%): analysis of work presented (50%); one essay of 2,000 words (50%).

Credit Points

60

Course Coordinator

Dr P J Stollery

Pre-requisites

Third year BMus Honours. Approval of BMus Honours Programme Director and/or Development Director.

Co-requisites

Supporting course for composition portfolio.

Overview

Submission of portfolio of compositions to last c 30 minutes in performance. Candidates should be able to show competence in a variety of genres, subject to the approval of the Programme Directors.

Structure

Supervision throughout the year.

Assessment

Submission of portfolio of compositions (70%). Oral presentation of work in progress (January) (30%).

Credit Points

60

Course Coordinator

Dr D J Smith

Pre-requisites

Third year BMus Honours curriculum. Approval of topic by Programme Director, and/or Development Director BMus.

Co-requisites

Introduction to Research.

Notes

This course will be available from 2005/2006 onwards.

Overview

Dissertation of around 16,000 words on an approved musicological topic, and/or a scholarly edition of one or more musical works.

Structure

Supervision throughout year.

Assessment

Dissertation (70%) and Oral presentation of work in progress (January) (30%).

Credit Points

60

Course Coordinator

Dr R B Williams

Pre-requisites

Third year BMus Honours. Approval of BMus Honours Programme Director and/or Development Director.

Notes

This course will be available from 2005/2006 onwards.

Overview

Vocal or instrumental recital of around 45 minutes duration, the programme to be approved in advance by the Programme Directors.

Students will work throughout the year on a one-to-one basis with a specialist instrumental or vocal tutor.

Participation in Masterclasses/Workshops with visiting musicians will be an important part of the requirements. A diary of work at hand and suitable programme notes for the Recital will also be required.

Structure

Weekly tutorials throughout year. Attendance at no fewer than 4 Masterclasses/Workshops throughout the year.

Assessment

Two Recitals (a) in January of around 20 minutes (30%) (b) end of session around 40 minutes (60%) Programme Notes (10%).

Credit Points

60

Course Coordinator

Dr M A Alburger

Pre-requisites

Third year BMus Honours (Music in Scotland) curriculum. Approval of topic by Programme Director, and/or Development Director BMus Honours.

Co-requisites

Applied Music - Issues in Music; Introduction to Research.

Overview

Dissertation of around 16,000 words on an approved musicological topic associated with music in Scotland, including the option of preparing a scholarly edition of a musical work.

Structure

Supervision throughout the year.

Assessment

Dissertation (70%); Presentation of work in progress as a paper in January (30%).

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr R B Williams

Pre-requisites

Entry to Honours Music - BMus or MA.

Overview

European music 1945-2000 presents a complex and confused picture with radical, conventional and traditional composers working simultaneously. This course will identify ‘seminal’ composers, compositions and theories to bring focus to the many different musics of the period.

Structure

4 two-hour lectures followed by weekly 2-hour tutorials.

Assessment

Continuous assessment (100%).