Module Details
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Title COMPOSITIONAL FORMS
Code MUSI207
Coordinator Dr BS Hackbarth
Music
B.Hackbarth@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2020-21 Level 5 FHEQ Second Semester 15

Aims

To develop accuracy and fluency in notation. To realise practical knowledge of instruments in relation to different compositional tasks. To refine and expand knowledge of 20th/21st-century styles, languages and approaches. To develop self-critical skills. To provide experience in working with musical forms.


Learning Outcomes

(LO1) To use the Sibelius notation software at an intermediate level.

(LO2) To demonstrate an advanced understanding of formal archetypes across a range of musical idioms.

(LO3) To demonstrate competency in notating composition assignments.

(LO4) To engage with aesthetic aspects of music composition.

(LO5) To expand familiarity and understanding of classical music repertoire.

(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written

(S2) Critical thinking and problem solving - Creative thinking

(S3) Time and project management - Project planning

Syllabus
 

• Melody • Non-chord tones and ornamentation • Designing melody and accompaniment • Binary Forms • Thematic Contrast • Contrast in Time • Different Approaches to Rhythm


Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture

Teaching Method 2 - Seminar

Teaching Method 3 - Tutorial

Teaching Method 4 - Other

Teaching Schedule
  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 24

 12

 1

     3

 40
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 110
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment
EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
             
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
Composition 1 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment.  4 Minutes    40       
Composition 2 There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment.  5 minutes    60       

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