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2010/1 Module Catalogue
 Module Code: MUS2006 Module Title: COMPOSITION 2
Module Provider: Music and Sound Recording Short Name: MU2.COMP(AC)
Level: HE2 Module Co-ordinator: GOSS SM Dr (Music Record)
Number of credits: 20 Number of ECTS credits: 10
 
Module Availability

Run once, throughout the year

Assessment Pattern
Components of Assessment
Method(s)
Percentage weighting
Coursework
  • Piece 1 (plus its recording) - 30% of total assessment
  • Piece 2 (recording optional) - 30% of total assessment
  • Piece 3 (plus its recording) - 40% of total assessment
  • The final weighted mark may at the discretion of the examiners be raised or lowered (maximum 2% either way) in recognition of aspects of presentation (including manuscript techniques).
100%
Module Overview
Prerequisites/Co-requisites
Pass in Level HE1 Composition
Module Aims
To foster the development of your compositional style, within the context of practical opportunities offered by the Department.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this module you should be able to:
  • demonstrate an enhanced individual style
  • compose for a range of occasions and situations
  • interact with confidence with performers of your music
  • present your scores in a clear and professional manner
Module Content
Manuscript techniques. Composition for unaccompanied melody instrument (coursework 1), with some study of models from which to learn. Guidance towards several opportunities for coursework 2, towards a piece for the Joyœ Dixey concert (examination), and towards presentation of the complete folio.
Methods of Teaching/Learning
One-hour lectures at various times through both semesters, and individual tutorials as required.
Selected Texts/Journals

None

Last Updated

07.12.06