Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | MUSIC AND EMOTION | ||
Code | MUSI292 | ||
Coordinator |
Prof M Spitzer Music Michael.Spitzer@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2020-21 | Level 5 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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To explore methods and ideas in the new field of music and emotion, mediating between the sciences and humanities. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Students will be able to demonstrate understanding of central topics, perspectives and debates concerning the emotional power of music. |
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(LO2) Students will be able to demonstrate familiarity with key scholarly literature related to the study of music and emotion in both sciences and humanities. |
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(LO3) Students will be able to demonstrate a practical understanding of music’s ability to express and induce emotions. |
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(LO4) Students will be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of quantitative and qualitative methods and approaches used in sciences and humanities research. |
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(S1) Critical reading and understanding. |
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(S2) Verbal expression and organisation. |
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(S3) Debating and defending intellectual positions in face-to-face contexts. |
Syllabus |
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The module will include a series of lectures organised thematically. Themes include, the theory and history of emotions and musical emotions, the link between music structure and the perception of emotion, the role of individual and contextual factors in emotional responses to music, the analysis of emotion in music, expression and performance, and emotion in popular music. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Teaching Method 2 - Seminar Self-Directed Learning Description: preparation of assessments |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
1 |
12 |
12 |
6 |
31 | ||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 119 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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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 |
Assessment ID: Assessment 2 Assessment Description: Written analysis of a music piece Reassessment Opportunity: Yes. Penalty for Late Submission: Standard UoL penalty applies Anonymous Assessmen | -2500 words | 85 | ||||
Assessment ID: Assessment 1 Assessment Description: Annotated bibliography Reassessment Opportunity: Yes Penalty for Late Submission: Standard UoL penalty applies Anonymous Assessment: Yes | -750 words | 15 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |