This project is aimed at instrumentalists and designed to enhance and develop skills in chamber music performance. The project has regular coached contact and class performances where work in progress is played to the whole group.
Module learning outcomes
At the end of the taught part of this project, you should have:
developed a method of working with other musicians
developed an understanding of the skills that are necessary in making chamber music work: the ability to listen to each other carefully; to know in detail your group's parts and not just your own; to plan effective rehearsals; to identify those elements of the music that require the most work and find a working method to overcome those difficulties.
developed interpretational skills appropriate to the repertoire.
Second years: On completion of the module, in your independent work, you should demonstrate Learning Outcomes B8
Assessment
Task
Length
% of module mark
Essay/coursework Commentary
N/A
10
Practical Performance
N/A
90
Special assessment rules
None
Additional assessment information
The performance makes up 90% of the total mark, and is weighted 50/50 ensemble/individual contribution. A commentary of c.750-1000w is also submitted (10% of the total).
Reassessment
Task
Length
% of module mark
Essay/coursework Commentary
N/A
10
Practical Performance
N/A
90
Module feedback
You will receive written feedback in line with standard University turnaround times.