UNSW Handbook Course - Music Fundamentals

Music Fundamentals - MUSC1001


	Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
	School: School of English, Media and Performing Arts
	Course Outline: See below
	Campus: Kensington Campus
	Career: Undergraduate
	Units of Credit: 6
	EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
	Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3
	Enrolment Requirements:
	Excluded: MUSI1103, MUSI1301, MUSI1141, MUSI1142
	Fee Band: 1 (more info)
	Further Information: See Class Timetable

Description

Provides an opportunity for students to develop musicianship through the study of Western music literature, participation in an approved ensemble and attendance at workshops and concerts. Enables students to develop skills such as music literacy, analysis and aural awareness.

Learning Outcomes

When you successfully complete this course, you should be able to:

Apply knowledge of music literacy, harmony and scale theory in practical musical experiences such as participating in performance ensembles
Identify historical trends in western music
Have an expanded understanding of instrumentation and repertoire.

Assessment

Class contribution and attendance - 15%
End of session exam - 20%
Assignment - 35%
Concert performance attendance/reviews - 10%
Weekly performance groups - 10%
Music listening list research and test - 10%

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