Module: Jazz & Contemporary Harmony 1 & 2

Module Specifications.

Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025

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Date posted: September 2024

Module Title	Jazz & Contemporary Harmony 1 & 2
Module Code	MC115 (ITS) / MPA1012 (Banner)
Faculty	Humanities & Social Sciences	School	Theology, Philosophy & Music
Module Co-ordinator	Linda Adams
Module Teachers	-
NFQ level	6	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	Not Available
Co-requisite	Not Available
Compatibles	Not Available
Incompatibles	Not Available

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Description

This module is designed to develop the learner’s knowledge of note identification, scale and mode construction, key signatures, interval recognition, chord construction, and available tensions. Principles of diatonic chord progressions and analysis will also be discussed and explained, the concept of modulation discussed, and the application of these techniques explained. Chord/scale theory is discussed, and an overview is given of its use in improvisation

Learning Outcomes

1. Be able to identify, notate, analyse, and implement basic musical symbols
2. Know the principles of diatonic chord progressions and chord/scale relationships
3. Know scale, chord and mode construction
4. Be aware of the principles of linear harmony and guide tone lines
5. Know minor key harmony

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	48	A two-hour group lecture-workshop
Independent Study	77	Written Assignments
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

Jazz and Contemporary Harmony 1
°Basic harmonic theory °Note identification °Scale and mode construction °Key signatures °Interval recognition °Chord construction °Available tensions °Principles of diatonic chord progressions and analysis

Jazz and Contemporary Harmony 2
°Continued exploration of major key harmony °Secondary and extended dominant relationships °Principles of linear harmonic continuity and guide tone lines °Minor key harmony °Introduction to subdominant minor °Blues theory and chord progressions

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Participation	Weekly homework exercises, in-class participation and attendance	20%	Every Week
Written Exam	Semester 1 Written Exam	40%	Sem 1 End
Project	Semester 2 Final Project (Analysis and Reharmonisation)	40%	Sem 2 End

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories: Resit category 1: A resit is available for both* components of the module. Resit category 2: No resit is available for a 100% continuous assessment module. Resit category 3: No resit is available for the continuous assessment component where there is a continuous assessment and examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a Continuous Assessment/Examination split; where the module is 100% continuous assessment, there will also be a resit of the assessment
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Mulholland, J: 2012, Music Application and Theory, Berklee College of Music,
Nettles, B.: 2012, Harmony 2, Berklee College of Music,

Other Resources

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