MUR121 Individual Performance 1 (Autumn 2025–Spring 2026)

After completing the course, the student should:

• be able to perform and communicate music within the field of popular music
• have knowledge of creative and independent working methods within their main field of study
• master key techniques on instruments and technology related to their main field of study
• master methods for effective rehearsal of music both for performance practice and in electronic production
• be able to adapt to different musical arenas, such as the concert stage and recording studio related to their main area of study
• be familiar with the different roles that central instruments and technology have in different music genres both in performance contexts and in electronic music production

The course emphasizes developing work on instruments and in interaction. The connection between individual work and band work is central, and the student is challenged in the interaction part and in the interpretation/house concert on musical direction, creative work, sound equipment, related technology and rehearsal of music. Emphasis is placed on an understanding of style, both individually and in interaction. Performer knowledge in the form of performance mastery, good feedback culture, cooperation and instrument knowledge is taught in interpretation, interaction and on instruments.

Further development of skills within the student's main field of study is emphasized, and the student is challenged to work with different stylistic features in the popular music genres. Creative work through independent working methods and effective rehearsal of music provides the student with knowledge of the main subject area in several fields. The student also works to develop good work and exercise routines, where robustness in their own work is central.

For the students in the Bachelor's Programme in Music Performance – Popular Music, the student is working on developing their technical platform within the main subject area and their personal sound on an instrument. There is a focus on laying a good foundation for further studies and work as a music performer, and the student receives close follow-up in the main subject area through the supervision of an instrument teacher.

For the students in the bachelor's programme in electronic music, emphasis is placed on the student's creative artistic activity in the form of close follow-up in composition, songwriting and production.

Each student is given individual instruction on their instrument and artistic guidance within their main field of study. The teaching can take place in groups if appropriate. The interaction teaching takes place in ensemble bands and in various projects. During the course, the student participates in interpretation/house concert, as well as 1-3 compulsory projects and seminars.

Through interpretation/house concerts in larger and smaller groups, the students gain insight into and experience with different forms of feedback and performance. Mastering performance and strengthening the student's dissemination and performing practices are central to the course.

For the students on the programme in electronic music, individual and group guidance is also provided in programming and studio work.

Parts of the teaching are compulsory. These parts will be presented in Canvas at the start of the semester.

The expected scope of work is 27 hours per credit.

• approved attendance at compulsory teaching
• 1-2 approved ensemble concerts or projects per semester
• approved participation in at least 1 interpretation/house concert per semester
• approved participation in 1-3 projects and/or seminars
• an approved proficiency test on their main instrument

Further information will be given in Canvas at the start of the semester.

Popular music performance:

A concert that is carried out as a group exam consisting of a minimum of 3 students. The duration of the concert is 30 to a maximum of 45 minutes. Students are assessed individually. The repertoire and participation are set in consultation with the teacher/supervisor in the main subject area.

Electronic music:

Performance of 20 minutes in the form of a concert or a presentation. Concerts can be carried out in groups, but are assessed individually. The concert length is adjusted depending on the number of students who have a concert at the same time. The repertoire and choice of form of performance are set in consultation with the supervisor in the main subject area.

Further information will be given in Canvas at the start of the semester.

Grade: Pass/Fail.

The course coordinator, in consultation with the student representative, determines the form of evaluation and whether the courses are to have a mid-term or final evaluation, cf. the quality system, chapter 4.1. Information about the evaluation method for the course will be published in Canvas.