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Archived Version 2014 - 2015
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Description Advanced Harmony and Orchestration (Compositional Skills Portfolio) This module extends the study of the harmonic and contrapuntal language of style of years 1,2 and 3, and covers the language of late nineteenth and twentieth century music. The module involves the application of the information thus acquired in the compilation of a composition portfolio. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Display an understanding and appreciation of advanced harmonic and contrapuntal techniques in Classical and Romantic idioms. 2. Compose short exercises in relevant forms using a range of techniques drawn from 20th-century and contemporary practice. 3. Utilise literacy, performance and compositional skills appropriate to the level. 4. Present and manipulate relevant composition work in appropriate notation software 5. Adapt the acquired compositional, performance, literacy and technological skills to the contexts of teaching and research. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 Orchestration:Study of orchestration in a range of repertoire; laying out a score; transcription from short score to open score; instrumental ranges, combinations, and orchestrating for specific ensembles.Vocal Writing:Setting of text for S.A.T.B. Using extended harmonic resources including advanced modulation and chromatic harmony.The Writing of String Quartets:Examining the repertoire; constructing a Minuet/movement for string quartet.Original composition in Twentieth Century Style:New forms and new techniques; Serial and minimalist styles; electronic media. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources 1701, Website, 0, Resource available for orchestration, http://www.norton.com, 1702, 0, Philharmonia Orchestra, http://www.philharmonia.co.uk/thesoundexchange/, 1703, 0, Finale Resources, www.makemusic.com, 1704, 0, Spotify, www.spotify.com, 1705, 0, MuseScore Resources, www.musescore.org, 1706, 0, Online Scores, www.imslp.org, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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