Module: Performance / Participation in Music 1

Module Specifications..

Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024

Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Performance / Participation in Music 1
Module Code	MC105
School	59
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: John O'Flynn Semester 2: John O'Flynn Autumn: John O'Flynn
Module Teachers	John O'Flynn
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Coursework Only
submission of recorded individual performance (80%); written assignment on an aspect of ensemble performance (20%)

Description

The module builds on students’ skills, stylistic knowledge, musical interpretation and engagement in instrumental and/or vocal performance. Students take individual lessons on an instrument (and/or voice) and in a musical style (or styles) of their choice. Participation is facilitated through organisation of concerts and workshops.

Learning Outcomes

1. Develop and display technical competence equivalent to a lower intermediate grade or higher on an individual instrument/voice in a chosen music style (or styles)
2. Perform an individual programme of 8-10 minutes in duration
3. Develop approaches to performance practice and presentation
4. Display stylistic knowledge and interpretive skills appropriate to LO 1, 2 and 3
5. Develop understanding of vocal and choral performance
6. Develop understanding of ensemble performance across varied genres
7. Develop an appreciation and understanding of varied concert performances

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Independent Study	93	Individual lessons and practice; Asynchronous learning tasks
Lecture	20	Online lectures
Workshop	12	On-campus workshops (or equivalent) and lunchtime concerts
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Individual Lessons
One-to-one tuition with external professional tutors (instrumental and/or vocal)

Consultations, including review of progress with Music faculty
Music faculty offer advice on choice of individual instrumental/vocal studies and on suitable tutors; mid-year review of progress; advice on programme presentation

Workshops on aspects of performance rehearsal and presentation
Small group activities on-campus (or equivalent)

Concerts
Lectures on ensembles, genres and programme content; concert attendance (live or streamed)

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Performance evaluation	Practical Examination/Recital (in person or a/v submission)	80%	n/a
Reflective journal	Reflections on participation in on-campus activities (or equivalent), including scheduled daytime concerts	20%	n/a

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Other Resources

43310, 0, As musical scores provide the primary texts for performance studies, the literature for this module varies according to chosen instrument/voice, performance level and ensemble genre and make-up, as appropriate.,

Programme or List of Programmes

BAJH	Bachelor of Arts (BAJH)

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