Free Play New Music Improvisation Ensem3

Subject MUSI30240 (2014)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2014.

Credit Points: 12.50
Level: 3 (Undergraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject is not offered in 2014.

Time Commitment: Contact Hours: 96 Hours
Total Time Commitment: Not available
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended Background Knowledge:

An interest in musical creativity and imagination. In addition a basic technical facility on an instrument.

Non Allowed Subjects:
Subject
Core Participation Requirements:

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability

Contact

Faculty of the VCA & MCM Student Centre
Ground Floor, Elisabeth Murdoch Building (Bldg 860)
Southbank Campus
234 St Kilda Road, Southbank, 3006

Enquiries
Phone: 13 MELB (13 6352)
Email: 13MELB@unimelb.edu.au

Subject Overview:

This subject should give participants the opportunity for an in-depth practical study of musical improvisation techniques by introducing the participant to the marvellous and unique art of improvisation. This performance-based subject introduces the practice of musical improvisation for those musicians who have had little or no experience in the art of real time creative music-making. Open to any instrumental or voice performer, this ‘free play ensemble’ will open your journey to a new musical freedom.

Learning Outcomes:

On completing this subject students should be able to:

• understand the practice of musical improvisation as real time composition utilising tools such as melody, harmony, rhythm, intensity, texture, intent, emotion, gesture, drama and extended techniques;

• understand the creation of music from the perspective of ‘play’ where the individual is challenged to create musical expression within the complexity of a group environment;

• demonstrate some personal approaches to performing improvised music;

• demonstrate a greater awareness of music as an aural art form acutely linked to site-specific factors such as acoustics and audience;

• demonstrate a developing sense of musical imagination and musical intuition.

Assessment:

Classroom weekly performance and discussion, equivalent 1,400 words. Ongoing assessment worth 30%.

Public group performance, equivalent 1,400 words. Due in the examination period, worth 35%.

Review of improvised solo utilising concepts discussed in class, 800 words. Due in the examination period, worth 20%.

The recording of a 3-5 minute solo improvisation equivalent 600 words. Due in the examination period, worth 15%.

Hurdle requirements: Students must attend 80% of all scheduled classes and attempt all elements of assessment to be eligible for a pass in this subject.

Prescribed Texts: None
Breadth Options:

This subject potentially can be taken as a breadth subject component for the following courses:

You should visit learn more about breadth subjects and read the breadth requirements for your degree, and should discuss your choice with your student adviser, before deciding on your subjects.

Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:

On completing this subject students should be able to:

• exhibit extensive theoretical and practical knowledge of their discipline including relevant professional knowledge, skills, discipline and ethics as they relate to the practising musician;

• demonstrate an open and independent attitude towards contemporary cultural developments;

• demonstrate a flexible and innovative approach to the challenges for the professional musician in the 21st century;

• critically and creatively engage with topics of cultural significance across the broader community;

• work at various levels, both individually and as a team member, in a wide variety of musical environments;

• understand and appreciate how the arts connect with the broader society and culture.

Links to further information: http://www.vcam.unimelb.edu.au/
Related Course(s): Bachelor of Fine Arts (Contemporary Music)
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production)
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre Practice)

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