Amplifying Popular Music - Rock
Credit points
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Prerequisites
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)
Overview
This unit explores the rich and transformative journey of rock music, tracing its roots from early rhythm and blues to its explosive rise in the mid-20th century and its lasting impact on contemporary popular music. Through a multi-disciplinary lens, you will unpack the sound, culture, and legacy of rock music by integrating musicology, music technology, music theory, and music performance.Youth identity and rebellion shaped early rock music, from the electrifying energy of Chuck Berry’s guitar riffs to the boundary-pushing studio work of The Beatles. You will analyse key artists, songs, and moments that amplified both the volume and influence of popular music.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- Analyse basic musicological concepts in a range of rock music contexts;
- Contextualise the function and value of rock music in academic and social settings;
- Articulate intermediate musical nomenclature in relation to the practice and production of musical texts;
- Devise and adapt musical works that endeavour to convey meaning.
Assessment
For Melbourne campuses
Assessment type: Test | Grade: 10%
Music theory quiz
Assessment type: Project | Grade: 40%
Mixed media review, analysis and design of texts and rock themed musical works
Assessment type: Creative Works | Grade: 50%
Production and performance of rock themed musical works (Group)
Assessment 3 Creative Works 50% is secure assessment completed in person, and includes group rehearsal and performance.
Required reading
Learning resources will be provided on VU Collaborate and the FN campus library.
As part of a course
This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):