Contextual Studies 1 (MUSI10180)
Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Southbank)
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Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 - Dual-Delivery |
|---|---|
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This subject embraces a theoretical and practical study of the harmonic, melodic, rhythmic and formal structures and processes of Contemporary Music.
Components include Languages of Music, Harmonic Devices, Rhythmic Devices and Piano Class for Contemporary Music Performance: Improvisation students and audio/studio techniques for Interactive Composition students.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- understand through examination of selected current repertoire how western tonal music is constructed;
- apply their knowledge of the internal workings of selected, relevant repertoire to their performances and/or compositions;
- connect the understanding of the internal workings of music to the aural comprehension of it;
- transcribe, identify and perform selected melodies, rhythms and harmonic structures;
- identify and perform selected rhythmic patterns;
- perform selected polyrhythms;
- reproduce selected material of the student's instrument (CMP:I);
- understand keyboard technique (CMP:I);
- play and develop pieces playing chords and melodic lines (CMP:I);
- play various chords, scales and selected pieces (CMP:I);
- accompany various standards (CMP:I);
- understand comping techniques and voice leading (CMP:I);
- understanding of the use of music technology in music composition (IC).
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- exhibit extensive theoretical and practical knowledge of their discipline including relevant professional knowledge, skills, discipline and ethics as they relate to the practising musician and composer;
- have in-depth knowledge of their specialist discipline;
- have reached a high level of achievement in creative artistic practice, problem solving and communication;
- be critical and creative thinkers, with an aptitude for continued self-directed learning;
- have the capacity to participate fully in collaborative learning and to confront unfamiliar problems.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
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: 3 November 2022
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
LANGUAGES OF MUSIC: FORMAL - one written examination and completion of set tasks on subject material presented in lectures. Hurdle requirement: Students must obtain a pass in the Languages of Music assessment to be eligible for a pass in this subject. | 50% | |
HARMONIC & RHYTHMIC DEVICES: FORMAL - viva voce exam of material studied during the semester. | 40% | |
J&I PIANO TUTORIAL: FORMAL - performance on piano of various assigned tasks developed during the semester. | 10% | |
IC MUSIC TECHNOLOGY: FORMAL - exam or project demonstrating skill acquisition of the various audio and electronic sound manipulation techniques explored during the semester. | 10% | |
| Hurdle requirement: Students must attend 80% of all scheduled classes and attempt all elements of assessment to be eligible for a pass in this subject. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
| Hurdle requirement: Continuous - attendance, preparation and overall commitment as demonstrated by tasks and activities embracing all areas studied. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Ashley Cross Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Southbank) Contact hours 48 hours comprising, 24-hours of LOM, 18-hours of Devices, 6-hours of Piano or Music Technology tute Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 1 March 2021 to 30 May 2021 Last self-enrol date 12 March 2021 Census date 31 March 2021 Last date to withdraw without fail 7 May 2021 Assessment period ends 25 June 2021
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Bachelor of Music Informal specialisation Interactive Composition specialisation Informal specialisation Jazz & Improvisation specialisation
Last updated: 3 November 2022