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Curricular information is subject to change
All students completing this module will:
1. Learn how to develop and structure their compositional ideas
2. Learn how to write effectively for the different instruments in the ensemble
3. Learn, as performers, how to offer creative input into the composition process by demonstrating different instrumental techniques and interpretive possibilities
4. Learn about a range of contemporary and historical composition and performance practises
5. Develop practical skills pertaining to the rehearsal process, including preparing scores and parts, and working together in a small ensemble
6. Be guided in the correct use of music notation and technical terminology in order to communicate accurately with other musicians.
7. Be introduced to aspects of music technology including notation software (MuseScore, Sibelius) and digital audio workstations (Audacity, Reaper).
Composition techniques
Instrumental techniques
Creative collaboration
Music theory and terminology
Music notation
Music notation software
Audio recording
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 24 |
Small Group | 12 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 64 |
Total | 100 |
Students are expected to have some prior musical experience of a level which would enable them to discuss musical ideas in class, and to perform alongside fellow musicians. For example, a basic knowledge of music notation would be recommended, or the ability to read guitar tablature at a concert level, or the ability to learn music quickly by ear, and so on.
In order for the module coordinator to ascertain the level of experience of new students joining the ensemble, new students must submit a video/audio recording demonstrating their performance skills to composition@ucd.ie after they register.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Practical Skills Assessment: Students will submit a written score & commentary and/or perform the repertoire they have learned in a public recital. | n/a | Graded | No | 30 |
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Individual Project: Students will be expected to demonstrate that they are making clear progress with their composing or rehearsing week-on-week. | n/a | Graded | No | 70 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Autumn | No |
• Feedback individually to students, on an activity or draft prior to summative assessment
The teacher will monitor student progress throughout the term. Regular feedback and guidance will be given to each student in the ensemble, especially in the final weeks before the evaluation. Students are expected to integrate this feedback into their work outside of class time, and to demonstrate their progress week-on-week.
Name | Role |
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Dr Peter Moran | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |