Course Description
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Course Name
Performance 2
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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
Satisfactory completion of MU4003, MU4005, MU4010 performance or equivalent
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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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:
Twelve hours of individual instrumental/vocal tuition are provided in addition to twentytwo
hours of lectures and workshops.Students will be invited to address a range of topics related to musical performance
including engaging with the avant-garde in a range of genres and experimenting with
performing methods and traditions.For part of the course, performers will be paired with composers and will commission
pieces from their partners, negotiating the creation of a bespoke piece designed to
exploit and stretch their full range of performing skills. They will also further develop
skills in delivering and assessing performance, performance practice and presentation.Teaching: Lectures, workshops and individual instrumental lessons
Assessment:
STUDY OPTION 1:
Portfolio of performance work to include:
? Public performance examination of no more than 20 minutes (60%)
? Contribution to a staff led performing ensemble (20%)
? A record of attendance and participation in individual lessons (20%)
STUDY OPTION 2 OR STUDY OPTION 3: alternative 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.
Please reference fall and spring course lists as not all courses are taught during both semesters.
Please note that some courses with locals have recommended prerequisite courses. It is the student's responsibility to consult any recommended prerequisites prior to enrolling in their course.