Module Descriptors
PERFORMANCE PRACTICES
MUSI70632
Key Facts
Digital, Technology, Innovation and Business
Level 7
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Marc Estibeiro
Email: Marc.Estibeiro@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 4
Independent Study Hours: 146
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- PERFORMANCE weighted at 50%
- REPORT weighted at 50%
Module Details
ADDITIONAL ASSESSMENT DETAILS
COURSEWORK weighted at 100%
Presentation of a performance in an appropriate musical genre with a 2000 word report assessing learning outcomes 1, 2, 3 and 4 (100%)
Presentation of a performance in an appropriate musical genre with a 2000 word report assessing learning outcomes 1, 2, 3 and 4 (100%)
INDICATIVE CONTENT
The module will cover:
An investigation into contemporary and historical performance practices appropriate to the chosen genre
Preparing for a performance – preparing a suitable programme, practice schedules etc.
The delivery of a well-researched performance in a suitable genre
An investigation into contemporary and historical performance practices appropriate to the chosen genre
Preparing for a performance – preparing a suitable programme, practice schedules etc.
The delivery of a well-researched performance in a suitable genre
RESOURCES
The FACT Technology Laboratories and Studios
Media stores / resource centre
Music laboratories
Multichannel diffusion rig
Ableton Live software
Cycling 74 Max software (with additional third-party externals by IRCAM)
Processing software
Quartz Composer
Various additional third-party audio plug-ins by McDSP, Avid, Eventide, Michael Norris.
Microsoft Office software
Books, eBooks and audio recordings via the Library
Lynda.com Training library
Media stores / resource centre
Music laboratories
Multichannel diffusion rig
Ableton Live software
Cycling 74 Max software (with additional third-party externals by IRCAM)
Processing software
Quartz Composer
Various additional third-party audio plug-ins by McDSP, Avid, Eventide, Michael Norris.
Microsoft Office software
Books, eBooks and audio recordings via the Library
Lynda.com Training library
TEXTS
Bruser, M. (1999) The Art of Practising. Crown Publications
Buswel, D (2006) Performance Strategies for Musicians.
Gallwey, W, T. (2003) The Inner Game of Music. Pan
Klickstein, G. (2009) The Musician’s Way: A Guide to Practice, Performance and Wellness. OUP
Buswel, D (2006) Performance Strategies for Musicians.
Gallwey, W, T. (2003) The Inner Game of Music. Pan
Klickstein, G. (2009) The Musician’s Way: A Guide to Practice, Performance and Wellness. OUP
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1. CRITICALLY ANALYSE AND EVALUATE THE PERFORMANCE PRACTICES ASSOCIATED WITH A SUITABLE GENRE OF MUSIC
[Analysis]
2. DEVELOP SYSTEMATICALLY THE CONTEXT FOR A PERFORMANCE OF A SUITABLE WORK INFORMED BY HISTORICAL AND CONTEMPORARY PRACTICES
[Problem Solving; Knowledge and Understanding]
3. INVESTIGATE EVIDENCED-BASED METHODS FOR PRESENTING A PERFORMANCE IN AN APPROPRIATE GENRE AND DELIVER THE PERFORMANCE
[Application; Learning; Enquiry; Communication]
4. REFLECT UPON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF A PERFORMANCE IN THE CONTEXT OF HISTORICAL AND CONTEMPORY PERFORMANCE PRACTICES APPROPRIATE TO ITS GENRE
[Analysis; Reflection; Application]
[Analysis]
2. DEVELOP SYSTEMATICALLY THE CONTEXT FOR A PERFORMANCE OF A SUITABLE WORK INFORMED BY HISTORICAL AND CONTEMPORARY PRACTICES
[Problem Solving; Knowledge and Understanding]
3. INVESTIGATE EVIDENCED-BASED METHODS FOR PRESENTING A PERFORMANCE IN AN APPROPRIATE GENRE AND DELIVER THE PERFORMANCE
[Application; Learning; Enquiry; Communication]
4. REFLECT UPON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF A PERFORMANCE IN THE CONTEXT OF HISTORICAL AND CONTEMPORY PERFORMANCE PRACTICES APPROPRIATE TO ITS GENRE
[Analysis; Reflection; Application]
Module Learning Strategies
4 hours of supervision spread over 13 weeks and 146 hours of independent study and preparation
Web Descriptor
Would you like to develop your performance skills? Do you sing or play a musical instrument? Are you a DJ or a computer musician? This module is an opportunity for you to explore your creative potential as a performer. You will investigate contemporary and historical performance practices as they relate to your genre. You will prepare for a performance by developing a rehearsal schedule and a suitable programme before finally delivering a well-researched performance in an appropriate setting.