Course Description
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Course Name
Peformance 1
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Host University
Kingston University
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Location
London, England
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Area of Study
Music
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
? Grade 8 ABRSM or equivalent
? An ability to read music fluently, identify key signatures and rhythmic notation
and an understanding of the rudiments of functional tonal harmony. -
Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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Credits
4 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units0
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Course Content:
This module provides the opportunity to develop musical creativity through the study of
performance. Access is restricted to those who have achieved ABRSM grade 8 on their
instrument or voice or to those who can demonstrate equivalent skills.Students will receive 12 hours of individual instrumental/vocal lessons supported by 22
hours of lectures and workshops on aspects of performance practice, presentation and
the assessment of performance. The development of strong and robust performing
techniques is a requirement of this route.Teaching: Lectures, workshops and individual instrumental/vocal lessons
Assessment:
STUDY OPTION 1:
Portfolio of performance work:
? A practice diary indicating full attendance and participation in individual lessons
(20%)
? A full record of attendance at and contribution to a staff-led performance
ensemble (20%)
? An examination of a range of appropriate technical skills (20%)
? A public performance examination of no more than 10 minutes duration held
towards the end of the academic year (40%)
STUDY OPTION 2 OR STUDY OPTION 3: part of option 1 assessmentStudy Option 1 = Whole Year
Study Option 2 = Autumn
Study Option 3 = Spring/summer
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.
Some courses may require additional fees.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.
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