MUK175 Main Areas 1 (Autumn 2022–Spring 2023)

• be able to work in a creative manner both alone and in cooperation with others
• acquire broad knowledge about creative and independent working methods within their main areas
• acquire a basic set of skills within their areas
• command efficient ways of rehearsing and studying music
• acknowledge the instruments different roles within different styles, genres and historical eras
• be able to adjust their own expression according to different musical arenas and settings

• improvisation as well as playing by ear
• ensemble playing
• developing performance skills
• work on rehearsal techniques
• developing understanding of style and knowledge of repertoire
• work with ensembles in different setting
• concert participation

The course is conducted through individual lessons and group lessons. During the course, the student will participate in different projects and seminars. Each student will receive tuition in both disciplines (individually and in ensemble). The tuition resources will be allocated 70/30 in favor of the students main discipline. There will be room for flexible organisation regarding various projects. Attending the lessons is compulsory.

Expected workload for an average student is 27 hours per credit.

• Approved participation on minimum 1 concert per main area, hosted by UiA
• Approved compulsory lesson attendance

Part 1: Main area 1 will be conducted as a 15 minute practical test either individually or in groups. The test should reflect the work done within the selected classical main instrument discipline, and is scheduled together with a teacher.

Part 2: Main area 2 will be conducted as a 10 minute practical test either individually or in groups. The test should reflect the work done within the selected secondary discipline, and is scheduled together with a teacher.

Assessment: Pass/fail