This module is an exploration of Irish traditional music from a socio-historical and folkloric perspective. There are two distinct elements. The first deals specifically with the socio-historical context which determined the evolution of Irish traditional music. The second element deals with the song tradition in the Irish language in a socio historical and folkloric context
Irish traditional music is explored in a way that contextualises the interwoven strands of major historical events, the evolution of musical genres and great musical and cultural figures. It aims to contextualise Irish Traditional Music performance in relation to historical, social and political developments. The role of Irish Traditional music in contemporary Irish society with reference to significant changes in the past century will be considered.
The love-song genre is considered in all its aspects. Variants in vocal styles are analysed as is the mapping of text to melody. Examples of the main song genres are illustrated and analysed melodically, stylistically and textually. This module illustrates how the themes and folkloric content of song texts and performance practice offer a window on the past.
Core: Irish Traditional Stage 2
Option: No
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• The socio-historical context of Irish music up to the 20 century• The effects of the famine on music in Ireland and the diaspora• The vocal tradition: Melodic and textual analysis and performance of songs • The love-song genre in all its aspects• The influence of the Amour Courtois on the thematic content of Irish Language love songs
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| Other Assessment(s) | 100 |