Module Specifications.
Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025
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Date posted: September 2024 No Banner module data is 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 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 |
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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 analysisJazz 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 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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