Module WMP-4111:
Performance I
Performance I 2022-23
WMP-4111
2022-23
School Of Arts, Culture And Language
Module - Semester 1
30 credits
Module Organiser:
Iwan Llewelyn Jones
Overview
The content of this module will include consideration of performance technique, pedagogy, analysis, interpretation studies, performance studies, programming, writing programme notes, and preparing for performance. Workshops will also consider stage presentation and the role of communication in performance. The Assessment schedule comprises a 20-25 minute recital (90%), accompanied by Programme Notes (10%) .
Weighting of topics will vary from year to year, responding to performer specialisms and student interests.
The content of this module will include consideration of performance technique, pedagogy, analysis, interpretation studies, performance studies, programming, writing programme notes, and preparing for performance. Workshops will also consider stage presentation and the role of communication in performance.
Weighting of topics will vary from year to year, responding to performer specialisms and student interests.
Assessment Strategy
Threshold (50-59): Performances which are mostly accurate and stylistically appropriate, with programme notes that are informative and coherent. Good (60-69): Performances which are always accurate and stylistically aware, demonstrating some originality of interpretative approach, with programme notes that are interesting and insightful. Excellent (70+): Performances which are technically impressive and stylistically convincing, demonstrating strong originality in interpretative approach, with programme notes that are thought-provoking and highly original.
Learning Outcomes
- Upon successful completion of the module, a student will be able to demonstrate the ability to communicate in text a rational, analysis and appraisal of recital repertoire.
- Upon successful completion of the module, a student will be able to demonstrate the ability to interact and complement the accompanimental part in a conversant manner.
- Upon successful completion of the module, a student will be able to demonstrate the ability to programme and perform a specialist repertoire/broad recital which adheres to and conveys a detailed levels of understanding of the structure, context and instrumental/vocal technique.
Assessment method
Demonstration/Practice
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
A recital of solo instrumental or vocal music lasting 20-25 minutes. Assessing Learning Outcomes 1 and 2. To be delivered during the Assessment Period of Semester 1 (January 2023)
Weighting
90%
Due date
11/01/2023
Assessment method
Essay
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Programme Notes to accompany the Final Recital. 1000 words (950 minimum/1050 maximum). Testing Learning Outcome 3. To be submitted to Blackboard by Thursday of Week 10 (Semester 1).
Weighting
10%
Due date
01/12/2022