Module: Jazz Aural Training 1 & 2

Latest Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2025 - 2026

Module Title	Jazz Aural Training 1 & 2
Module Code	MPA1011 (ITS: MC114)
Faculty	Theology, Philosophy & Music	School	Humanities & Social Sciences
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5

Description

This module will involve the aural study of melodies, intervals, and exercises in various major keys. Learners will study basic rhythmic patterns (4/4, 3/4) and be introduced to common harmonic progressions. Solfa, the study of basic conducting patterns and common music notation will be learned.

Learning Outcomes

1. Be able to recognise and sing intervals
2. Be competent at taking musical dictation
3. Be competent at basic conducting patterns
4. Recognise chord qualities
5. Develop polyphonic awareness and musical memory

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full time hours per semester
Lecture	69	Two 90-minute weekly lectures
Independent Study	56	Practising exercises given during lectures
Total Workload: 125

Section Breakdown
CRN	11134	Part of Term	Semester 1 & 2
Coursework	0%	Examination Weight	0%
Grade Scale	40PASS	Pass Both Elements	Y
Resit Category	RC1	Best Mark	N
Module Co-ordinator	Linda Adams	Module Teacher	Izumi Kimura

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Assessment Breakdown
Practical/skills evaluation	Practical ear-test and solfa sight-singing exam	100%	Sem 2 End

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; RC1: A resit is available for both^* components of the module. RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module. RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element. ^* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment

Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

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 1
-Development of basic ear training skills through performance and recognition activities.

-Study of melodies, intervals and exercises in various major keys.

-Study of basic rhythmic patterns and introduction to common harmonic progressions.

-Study of basic conducting patterns and common music notation.

Jazz Aural Training 2
Jazz Aural Training 2:

-Development of basic ear training skills through performance and recognition activities.

-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.

Indicative Reading List

Books:

DeOgburn, Scott with Germain, Tony and Haupers, Mitch and Prosser, Steve and Radley, Roberta and Vose, Dave: 2002, Ear Training 1, Berklee College of Music,
DeOgburn, Scott with Germain, Tony and Haupers, Mitch and Prosser, Steve and Radley, Roberta and Vose, Dave: 2002, Ear Training 2, Berklee College of Music,
A Dannhauser (Composer): 0, Solfege de Solfege, Book 1, G. Schirmer, Inc., 72, 0793553261
Roberta Radley: 0, The Real Easy Ear Training Book, Sher Music Co, 168, 188321761X

Articles:
None

Other Resources

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