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Curricular information is subject to change
All students completing this module will:
1. Learn to perform a broad repertoire of traditional Irish music
2. Learn to perform traditional repertoire from the Balkan region
3. Understand the variety of playing techniques employed in different regions of Ireland
4. Study the techniques of accompanying traditional Irish music
5. Learn skills of composing and arranging traditional music
6. Develop practical skills pertaining to the rehearsal process, including preparing scores and parts, recording, performing, and working together in a small ensemble
Performing traditional Irish music
Performing music from the Balkan region
Accompanying traditional Irish music
Composing and Arranging
Traditional Modes and Rhythms
Instrumentation
Notation
Rehearsing, Recording, Performing
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Autonomous Student Learning | 76 |
Lectures | 24 |
Total | 100 |
tudents are expected to have a sufficient level of musical ability and experience that they will understand the terminology used in class (e.g. discussing scales, chords, rhythms, instrumental techniques, etc.) and be able to contribute to class discussions, rehearsals and performances. Less experienced performers may choose essay writing as their major project, although they will also be expected sing, play, compose or arrange some small amount of music for their minor project.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Assignment: Submission of a minor project (performance, composition, arrangement or written commentary) which will demonstrate a deep understanding of the topics and skills taught in class. | Week 12 | n/a | Graded | No | 30 |
Examination: The final presentation of major and minor projects should be of a high standard and may take the form of recordings, performances, music scores or essays. | Week 12 | No | Graded | No | 20 |
Continuous Assessment: Regular ongoing evaluations of the student's major project (performance, composition, arrangement or essay) which will demonstrate a deep understanding of the topics and skills taught in class. | Throughout the Trimester | n/a | Graded | No | 50 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Spring | No |
• Feedback individually to students, on an activity or draft prior to summative assessment
Students will receive personal feedback from the Module Coordinator throughout the semester.