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Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025

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Date posted: September 2024

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Module Title
Module Code (ITS)
Faculty School
Module Co-ordinatorSemester 1: Linda Adams
Semester 2: Linda Adams
Autumn: Linda Adams
Module TeachersPatrice Brun
NFQ level 6 Credit Rating
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



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture48A two-hour group lecture-workshop
Independent Study77Written 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% Examination Weight%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
ParticipationWeekly homework exercises, in-class participation and attendance20%Every Week
Written ExamSemester 1 Written Exam40%Sem 1 End
ProjectSemester 2 Final Project (Analysis and Reharmonisation)40%Sem 2 End
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

None

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