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The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

English

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students shall:

• be able to perform and to present music on a professional level

• have knowledge of different stylistic features within popular music genres in relation to their main area

• be able to perform and to present different styles with the main instrument

• be familiar with methods of adapting the music to different settings used in popular music

Contents

This course focuses on developing students’ abilities to perform and present music across popular music genres, with a special emphasis on improving their skills on the main instrument. Students will be part of one ensemble where they will explore various styles of popular music relevant to their main area. They will be encouraged to perform and present various styles, enhancing their versatility and adaptability on their primary instrument. The connection between individual work and ensemble is central, and the student is challenged in interpretation classes. The course encourages both independent learning and collaboration, fostering performance skills and practical music-making. Additionally, students who specialize in electronic music will receive training in music production, while those who are songwriters will concentrate on developing their texts.

Teaching and learning methods

The course contains main instrument lessons, ensemble, interpretation, seminars, and projects. Each student is given individual tuition on their main instrument. The lessons can be organized in groups if appropriate. During the course, the student participates in interpretation, as well as compulsory projects and seminars. Individual and group supervision is provided in the performing activities. The student will be part of one ensemble. For the students in popular music the ensemble is conducted in regular bands and in various projects. For the students who specialize in electronic music, individual and group supervision is given in programming and studio sessions, and the ensemble teaching is organized in different areas such as DJ, co-writing, studio band, ensemble or sampling and Live Remix ensemble. Eligibility in ensemble may vary based on student numbers. Parts of the lessons are mandatory. These will be presented in Canvas at the beginning of the semester. The expected workload for an average student is 27 hours per credit.

Examination requirements

Participation in obligatory tuition activities.

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

Examinations

Popular Music and Songwriting: A 15-minute concert. May be carried out in groups but assessed individually. The repertoire is decided in consultation with the main instrument teacher. Electronic music: Performance in 15 minutes in the form of a concert or presentation. May be carried out in groups but assessed individually. The repertoire and choice of performance form is decided in consultation with the main instrument teacher. Sound Engineer: Sound Engineer for a 15-minute concert on a stage, in studio or a presentation. The repertoire is decided in consultation with the main instrument teacher. Further information is provided in Canvas at the start of the semester. Assessment: Pass/fail.

Student evaluation

The course responsible, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation in accordance with the Quality System, section 4.1.

Offered as a free-standing course

No
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