Music Theory 2

Unit code: ACO2009 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Nicholson
Prerequisites
N/A
Overview
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Overview

This unit of study focuses on developing key concepts in functional music theory that musicians need to understand and apply in performance, composition, arrangement and musicological environments. Students further develop aural skills and learn to recognise syncopation, accent and feel and to construct modes and analyse modal harmony. Students apply theory and aural skills in solo and ensemble practical music contexts. Students develop cultural and musicological awareness of musical repertoire in practical music contexts.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Present the aural recognition of harmonic and rhythmic information;
  2. Analyse and interpret key music theory concepts within notated scores;
  3. Plan and prepare musical repertoire for performance;
  4. Conceptualise and contextualise music theory concepts within musicological contexts.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Exercise
|
Grade: 25%
Applied theory and aural exercises
Assessment type: Report
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Grade: 25%
Analysis of musicological issues within the practice and theory of musical repertoire
Assessment type: Exercise
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Grade: 25%
Demonstration of lab practice skills and standards
Assessment type: Performance
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Grade: 25%
Group musical performance

Required reading

Selected readings will be made available via VU Collaborate.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Bachelor of Music
ABMC | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years

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