| Module Title |
Performance, Choir, Aural & Keyboard 2 |
| Module Code |
MPA1029 (ITS: MC208) |
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Faculty |
Theology, Philosophy & Music |
School |
Humanities & Social Sciences |
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
5 |
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Description
This module offers a wide range of experience in music performance skills, including practice techniques, rehearsal etiquette, accompaniment, giving and receiving constructive feedback, examining musical performance, part and score reading, and conducting through solo and ensemble instrumental and vocal performance, and participation in the Chorale. The module also includes individual instrumental/vocal tuition, with subsidised lessons available on-site through the Artane School of Music.
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Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate a level of practical musicianship and instrumental/performance skills appropriate to Year 2.
2. Display foundational skills in solo and ensemble performance.
3. Engage in the organisation of choral rehearsals and performances, using the necessary interpersonal skills.
4. Apply the competencies acquired to the teaching context.
5. Display an appropriate practical knowledge of style and repertoire.
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Lecture | 16 | Performance Studies Lectures and Workshops | | Directed learning | 10 | Individual instrumental/vocal tuition. | | Lecture | 54 | Choral rehearsals and performances | | Independent Study | 45 | Individual practice in instrument(s)/voice; ensemble rehearsal and performance |
| Total Workload: 125 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 11147 | 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 | Seán Doherty | Module Teacher | Hamidreza Golestanisani, Roisin Blunnie |
| | Section Breakdown | | CRN | 11951 | Part of Term | Semester 1 | | Coursework | 0% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | Y | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Seán Doherty | Module Teacher | |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Practical/skills evaluation | Practical assessment in performance skills. | 70% | Every Second Week | | Performance evaluation | Group assessment in performance skills | 20% | Sem 2 End | | Participation | Participation in and contribution to choral rehearsals and performances throughout the year. | 10% | Every Week |
| 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
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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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
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
- Gerald Klickstein: 2009, The Musician's Way : A Guide to Practice, Performance, and Wellness, Oxford University Press,
- J. Murphy McCaleb: 2016, Embodied Knowledge in Ensemble Performance, Routledge,
- J Rink: 2014, Musical performance : a guide to understanding, Cambridge University Press,
Articles:
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Other Resources
- Printed Music: Various composers, Choral Repertoire,
- Video: Audio/Video Recordings of Repertoire, www.youtube.com
- Website: Various composers, Music Scores (Public Domain), www.cpdl.org
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