Module overview
This module aims to enhance the quality of instrumental or vocal study, developing your technical resources and repertory leading to the presentation of a professional-length concert
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the technical disciplines that relate to your instrument or voice.
- Plan and prepare a recital of a professional (or near professional) standard, including the choice of repertory
- Assess the suitability of repertoire for different performing scenarios.
Transferable and Generic Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Manage your time in preparation for a long-term project
- Develop the self-motivational and performance anxiety management skills needed when undertaking a career as a professional performing musician or any other career requiring a public form of performance
Subject Specific Practical Skills
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Present your recitals in an appropriate manner, paying attention to self-presentation
- Plan the technical work that you will need to undertake to support the performance of your chosen repertoire.
Knowledge and Understanding
Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- The recital repertoire relevant to your instrument or voice.
- The further study of advanced technical material relating to your instrument or voice
Syllabus
Following on from your first recital, this module aims to make further advances in the quality of instrumental or vocal study, developing your technical resources and repertory leading to the presentation of a recital
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
Teaching methods include
- Individual tuition (16 hours) with a specialist teacher, developing technically and musically, learning repertoire appropriate to the module.
Learning activities include
- Participation in regular performance classes.
- Attendance at concerts and workshops held in the music department (8 hrs).
- Engaging in relevant performance projects and workshops run by the department, visiting musicians and faculty.
Type | Hours |
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Practical classes and workshops | 24 |
Independent Study | 576 |
Total study time | 600 |
Resources & Reading list
General Resources
The Musician's Way: A Guide to Practice, Performance, and Wellness.
Assessment
Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Recital | 100% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Recital | 100% |
Repeat
An internal repeat is where you take all of your modules again, including any you passed. An external repeat is where you only re-take the modules you failed.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Recital | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External