Table of contents

The course is connected to the following study programs

  • Performing Music - Popular Music, Bachelor Program

Teaching language

Norwegian

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student should:

  • have knowledge of harmonic, rhythmic and melodic structures in popular music
  • be able to explain and reproduce harmony, melody and rhythm both orally and in writing
  • Be able to perform harmonic and melodic analysis
  • know polyrhythmics and groupings
  • be able to memorize melody, harmony and rhythm

Contents

In the course, students work on training the ear to identify harmonics, rhythms and melodies. The course emphasizes methods that will enable the student to see the connection between hearing and reading notes, as well as transcription. The course works with time/groove understanding and coordination of different rhythm patterns. In addition, methods for recognizing harmonies and rhythmic patterns are presented, as well as how to note what one hears. The course is practical and main instrument related.

Teaching and learning methods

The teaching is given as lectures and group supervision. The group lessons are practical, but theoretical basis for exercises is always provided.

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.

Examination requirements

  • Approved attendance at compulsory teaching
  • Approved written 1 hour semester test

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

Examinations

Individual oral exam. Duration 15 minutes.

Graded assessment.

Student evaluation

The person responsible for the course, 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

Reduction of Credits

This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:

Course Reduction of Credits
MUR116 – Ear Training and Rhythm. 5
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