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Jazz & Improv Composition Workshop (MUSI20233)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 6.25Not available in 2023
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Overview
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This subject has been designed and developed for online delivery and assessment only.
This online subject introduces and develops techniques for composing and arranging for small and medium-sized ensembles.
In weekly online workshops directed by experienced practitioners in the field of contemporary jazz, students present in-progress, original composition for feedback, discussion and development. Discussions examine topics related to originality and creativity, the process of revision and development, and musical elements and techniques.
This subject is only available to students enrolled in the Jazz and Improvisation major of the B-MUS Bachelor of Music.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- compose and arrange an original work for a small to medium-sized ensemble;
- critique composition and arrangement development during the creative process;
- apply feedback in response to compositional problems.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- demonstrate in-depth knowledge of their specialist discipline;
- display a high level of achievement in creative artistic practice, problem-solving and communication;
- engage in constructive critical discussions;
- apply critical and creative thinking, with an aptitude for continued self-directed learning;
- sustain the capacity to participate fully in collaborative learning and to confront unfamiliar problems.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into the Jazz & Improvisation major in the B-MUS Bachelor of Music
AND
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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MUSI10192 | Ensemble Studies 2 |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Southbank)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank)
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12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
MUSI30263 Jazz & Improv Composition Workshop
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: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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2-minute in-class presentation of initial sketch original composition, followed by group discussion
| Early in the teaching period | 20% |
2-minute in-class presentation of developing sketch original composition, followed by group discussion
| Mid teaching period | 20% |
2-minute in-class presentation of complete original composition, followed by group discussion
| Late in the teaching period | 20% |
5-minute original composition, scored for small jazz ensemble
| During the assessment period | 40% |
Hurdle requirement: Students must attend a minimum of 80% of all scheduled classes. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
Not available in 2023
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Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
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Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Bachelor of Music Informal specialisation Music Electives
Last updated: 31 January 2024