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Core Module Information
Module title: Performance Studies; Interpretive Musicianship
SCQF level: 08:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: MUS08154
Module leader: Bryden Stillie
School School of Arts and Creative Industries
Subject area group: Screen and Performance
Prerequisites

Requisites: AND Pre-requisite: HNC or equivalent level of learning/experience in music performance AND Pre-requisite: [Module MUS07138] Performance Studies: Integrated Musicianship
Description of module content:

This module will explore your developing musicianship with a focus on a principal study instrument. This exploration will be covered in the context of ensembles and individual performance. In fortnightly tutorials, workshops and classes you will extend your awareness of musical stylistics and techniques in application within a variety of ensemble contexts. In 1-1 lessons you will work towards attaining skills and achieving instrument specific goals as negotiated with your tutor at the beginning of the module. Negotiation will take in to consideration your intentions for continuing with performance at level 9 of study, accounting for a level of playing ability required to specialise as a performer in levels 9 and 10.Ensemble work will be explored in two blocks. The first block will provide you with an option to explore arranging and performing in specialist ensemble settings: Options will include, but will not be limited to, guitar/bass quartets, vocal acapella groups, electronic percussion groups, instrumental duos/trios, etc. The second block will explore arranging and performance of repertoire that merges classical and popular music disciplines. Over the course of the module, you will further develop your knowledge and explore the application of music theory, concepts, and principal study technique in interpretation of repertoire, instrumental and/or vocal technique, harmony and rhythm, stylistics, and collaboration and communication when working on arrangements and performance in various ensemble settings, responses to which will form the basis for formative and summative assessments.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Identify and express musical stylistics and techniques associated with a principal study instrument.

LO2: Consider and explore the application of technique for a principal study instrument when interpreting and arranging musical repertoire.

LO3: Explore and adapt musical principles (e.g. phrasing, tone, dynamic, voicing) in application for a principal study instrument.

LO4: Extend and exemplify use of musical principles for a principal study instrument when working in a collaborative music ensemble setting.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 1, FACE-TO-FACE, Edinburgh Napier University
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: FACE-TO-FACE
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner: Edinburgh Napier University
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Renée Stefanie
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 12 You will actively participate in bi-weekly classes and workshops, engaging with ensemble focused practice, musicianship, and interaction, and arranging musical repertoire.
Face To Face Tutorial 8 You will actively participate in bi-weekly 1-1 lessons for your principal study instrument in which theories and concepts will be discussed, analysed and put into practice in group and/or individual activities, performances or presentations.
Face To Face GROUPSCHEDULED 12 You will actively participate in bi-weekly group workshops where you will perform repertoire in specialist ensembles. In these classes you will be participating in the performance of compositions created by class members and undertaking tasks related to arranging and conducting. You will also be engaged in providing formative feedback to peers.
Online Guided independent study 138 You will actively engage in personal and ensemble practice. Individually and collaboratively you will practice repertoire and exercises, experimenting with techniques and musical stylistics. You will identify areas for improvement individually and as an ensemble and devise strategies to contribute to your individual and collective development
Online Guided independent study 30 You will actively engage with Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) presentations and tasks provided on Moodle as an introduction to core concepts of music theory, stylistics, instrument care and technique.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Practical Skills Assessment 40 1~2~3 13 HOURS= 20 minutes A 20-minute technical exam for your instrument where you will demonstrate a series of technical exercises and repertoire for your tutor. The material performed in the technical exam cannot form part of any other assessment within this module.
Recital 30 1~2~3~4 Exam Period HOURS= 0.25 Recital
Recital 30 1~2~3~4 14 HOURS= 0.25 Recital
Component 1 subtotal: 60
Component 2 subtotal: 40
Module subtotal: 100

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