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Jazz & Improv Composition Workshop (MUSI30263)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Southbank)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
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Overview
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This subject examines the skills required in the development of compositions, and creative arranging for small to medium size jazz ensembles. Through the provision of an intensive weekly platform for the presentation of new works through various stages of creation, the workshops will provide students with focussed feedback and explore rigorous workshop processes in order to develop original compositions from their early stages to completion.
The J&I Composition Workshop will be led by experienced practitioners in the field of contemporary jazz composition and arranging, delivered in practical sessions. Throughout the course students will be required to engage in rehearsals, composition development, performances and focused group discussions, covering aspects such as originality, creativity, arrangement, balance, interaction, dynamics, tempo, placement, style, rhythm and harmony.
Intended learning outcomes
On completing this subject students will:
- have developed creative skills in the areas of composition, arranging, and ensemble direction;
- be able to compose and arrange for small to medium size jazz ensemble at a high technical level;
- be able to engage in artistic problem solving in response to feedback;
- have developed the ability to work at various levels, both individually and as a team member, as a leader and as a collaborator;
- be able to critique one another's work constructively and communicate effectively in collaborative learning situations;
Last updated: 16 December 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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MUSI20179 | Ensemble Studies 4 |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank)
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12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 16 December 2023
Assessment
Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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FORMAL – A folio of two original compositions, scored for small jazz ensemble, presented as score and parts using computer notation software.
| During the assessment period | 50% |
Direction of 3 workshops on piece-in-progress, including creative response to expert and peer feedback.
| Second half of the teaching period | 40% |
Constructive participation in workshopping and critique of work by peers. | Throughout the semester | 10% |
Hurdle requirement: Students must attend 80% of all scheduled classes/performances and attempt all elements of assessment to be eligible for a pass in this subject. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 16 December 2023
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Coordinator Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 3 August 2020 to 1 November 2020 Last self-enrol date 14 August 2020 Census date 21 September 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 16 October 2020 Assessment period ends 27 November 2020
Time commitment details
Contact hours x 18 hours Composing/arranging x 100 hours Listening/reading x 30 hours Unsupervised preparation/rehearsals x 22 hours
Last updated: 16 December 2023
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
Last updated: 16 December 2023