MUSCOMP 3320 - Advanced Orchestration
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2014
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code MUSCOMP 3320 Course Advanced Orchestration Coordinating Unit Elder Conservatorium of Music Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 2 hours per week Prerequisites MUSCOMP 2310 Restrictions Available to Bachelor of Music students only Assessment 1 x analytical exercise (20%), 2 x practical assignments (40% each) Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Professor Graeme Koehne
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
- a broad knowledge and appreciation of orchestral repertoire and an understanding of a range of styles and techniques
- a high level of competence in the practical aspects of orchestration and arranging: notation; score presentation; instrumental colour; texture; strengths and limitations of individual instruments and instrumental families; stylistic idioms; chord voicing and the use of music technology.
- an ability to communicate musical intentions clearly and effectively to performers.
- understanding of the professional realities and expectations of a career in creative music-making
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1, 2 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 3 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 1, 2, 3 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 1, 2 A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 4 -
Learning Resources
Required Resources
All score excerpts are supplied in class
Recommended Resources
Access to Sibelius (or Finale) music notation software and an instrumental sample library such as Garritan Personal Orchestra
Online Learning
Additional score materials are available from IMSLP.org; Garritan.com provides useful forums and resources
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Advanced Orchestration Tutorial (12 x 1.5 hours)
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
In addition to the weekly classes, students are expected to devote an average of 11.5 hours a week to score analysis, observation of ensemble rehearsals and orchestral repertoire studies.
Learning Activities Summary
The first five weeks of classes consist of instructor-led study of the instruments of the orchestra followed by the study of the general principles of orchestration supported by the analytical study of short excerpts from the repertoire. Short, in-class exercises, guided by the instructor, reinforce the specific concepts.Specific Course Requirements
The first five weeks of classes consist of instructor-led study of the instruments of the orchestra followed by the study of the general principles of orchestration supported by the analytical study of short excerpts from the repertoire. Short, in-class exercises, guided by the instructor, reinforce the specific concepts.
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment: Assessment is based on three assignments provided at 4 weekly intervals:
One analytical exercise based on a substantial excerpt from a well-known symphonic work scored for large forces (20%)
Two practical assignments requiring the student to orchestrate excerpts of piano score for large orchestra providing both a written score, produced to a professional standard, together with a computer generated audio recording (40% each).
Each of these assignments relates to all of the learning objectives 1–4
Assessment Detail
The assessments provide opportunity for the student to demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental principles of orchestration from a theoretical viewpoint complemented by practical proficiency in producing clear, stylistically literate orchestral solutions to specific textural challenges.
Submission
To be submitted to the Music Office by 12 noon on the date specified for the assignmentCourse Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
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SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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