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The course is connected to the following study programs

  • Performing Music - Popular Music, Bachelor Program

Teaching language

Norwegian or English

Recommended previous knowledge

MUR121-1/MUR122-1 Individual Performance 1

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student should:
  • have acquired basic harmonics and an understanding of soundscapes
  • be able to use the instrument to compose and arrange
  • know central techniques for instrument II
  • have insight into how to apply instrument II as a tool in other performer-related music areas

Contents

This course emphasizes the practice of an optional instrument II and focus on basic harmonic and an understanding of soundscapes. The student applies the instrument as a tool in the development of their own compositions, expression, and practice, or as exploration of different soundscapes using a laptop.

Teaching and learning methods

The student is taught on an optional instrument. Teaching in the course is provided individually or, if appropriate, in groups.

Parts of the teaching are compulsory. These parts are presented in Canvas at the beginning of the semester.

Expected work scope is 27 hours per credits.

Examination requirements

Approved attendance for compulsory classes.

Further information is provided in Canvas at the start of the semester.

Examinations

An individual practical test. Duration 10 minutes. The test can be in an ensemble or individually by agreement with the subject teacher but is assessed individually. Assignment is presented at the beginning of the semester.

Grade: Pass/Fail.

Student evaluation

The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.

Offered as a free-standing course

No

Admission for external candidates

No
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