Module: Jazz Aural Training 3 & 4

Module Specifications.

Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025

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Date posted: September 2024

Module Title	Jazz Aural Training 3 & 4
Module Code	MC216 (ITS) / MPA1032 (Banner)
Faculty	Humanities & Social Sciences	School	Theology, Philosophy & Music
Module Co-ordinator	Linda Adams
Module Teachers	Patrice Brun
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	Not Available
Co-requisite	Not Available
Compatibles	Not Available
Incompatibles	Not Available

Repeat examination

Description

This module builds on the techniques learned in MC114 (Jazz Aural Training 1 and 2), focusing on the study of modes, intervals, and exercises in various major and minor keys. Basic rhythmic patterns will be studied along with an introduction to common harmonic progressions. Study of modulation including the use of secondary and substitute dominants will also be included.

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate skills required for music literacy and effective ensemble performance, including musical memory
2. Be adept at melodic reading, melodic dictation, and the study and recognition of common harmonic models
3. Recognise common harmonic progressions that include secondary and substitute dominants
4. Aurally identify and be able to sing Lydian, Mixolydian, Dorian, Phrygian modes, along with melodic and harmonic minor scales.
5. Be competent at common conducting patterns

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	48	Weekly, Two one-hour lecture-workshops
Independent Study	77	Practicing exercises given in lectures
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 Aural Training 3
° Ear Training skills developed through singing and dictation drills ° Study of melodies and chord progressions that demonstrate all major modes ° Study of melodic and harmonic minor scales. ° Rhythm studies presented through rhythmic core motives.

Jazz Aural Training 4
° Study of melodies, intervals, chord qualities and exercises in various minor keys. ° Continued study of basic rhythmic patterns. ° Continued study of common harmonic progressions. °Continued study of conducting patterns and common music notation.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Practical/skills evaluation	Weekly in-class singing recitations and quizzes	50%	As required
Participation	In-class participation and attendance	10%	Every Week
Practical/skills evaluation	Semester 1 ear-test exam and solfa sight-singing	20%	Sem 1 End
Practical/skills evaluation	Semester 2 ear-test exam and solfa sight-singing	20%	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

DeOgburn, Scott with Germain, Tony and Haupers, Mitch and Prosser, Steve and Radley, Roberta and Vose, Dave: 2006, Ear Training 3, 2nd Edition, Berklee College of Music,
DeOgburn, Scott with Germain, Tony and Haupers, Mitch and Prosser, Steve and Radley, Roberta and Vose, Dave: 2007, Ear Training 4, 2nd edition, Berklee College of Music,
Donelian, Armen: 2015, Training the Ear vol.1 For the Improvising Musician, Advance Music,
Robert Starer: 0, Rhythmic Training, Warner Brothers Publications, 0769293751

Other Resources

50149, App, Jakobsen, Hans Lavdal, 2016, EarMaster, EarMaster ApS,