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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2011 - 2012
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Description This module develops a wide range of practical musical skills in Performance, Keyboard Harmony and Music Technology. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Extend their musicianship through the development of technological skills using MT software, e.g. Finale, Cubase, Digital Performer & Band in a Box. 2. Develop musical perception and proficiency in aural training, keyboard harmony, instrumental and choral performance, and sight-reading. 3. Develop their aural and listening skills. 4. Develop interpersonal skills through group music-making. 5. Apply the competencies acquired to the teaching context. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 Music TechnologyUnderstanding MIDI: working with MIDI Files; MIDI on the Internet; Using Finale: preparing a Lead Sheet; playback of scores; extracting parts. Working with Band in a Box: recording /constructing songs; using different styles/instruments; mixing down to CD; converting and editing files.Music Performance/MusicianshipListening skills:aural perception; dictation; stylistic analysis; Keyboard harmony: Improvisation; Harmonisation of melodies/hymn tunes at the keyboard; Score reduction; piano accompaniment; Instrumental performance and sight-reading; Group music-making: experience of choral and /or instrumental directing/conducting. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources 707, Website, 0, Multimedia Recording website/online resource, www.sound-on-sound.com, 708, Website, 0, Compositional Resources, www.codamusic.com, 709, Mater Dei Institute, 0, Keyboard Skills Handbook, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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