The aim of this module is to provide a platform for the student to research and broaden their knowledge, repertoire and performance style in the art of Slow Air interpretation and performance.
Core: Stage 3 Irish Traditional Studies
Option: Yes – available in Stage 3 or Stage 4
• developing musical skill sets in the interpretation of slow air performance.
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• explore different forms of ornamentation, tonal awareness (such as tempering pitch), articulation relative to the instrument, and style of Slow Airs.
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• the development of interpreting melodic phrasing, complex rhythmic patterns within the context of Slow Air performance.
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• to enhance the student’s overall musicality and knowledge of Air performance.
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This module is delivered through weekly practical-based classes, listening, performance, demonstration and discussion. Students will develop their repertoire of airs from three main sources: the Collectors, recordings of various musicians and their interpretation of airs, and recordings of singers from the sean nós and other song traditions (relevant to Slow Air performance). The student will be asked to prepare and perform a Slow Air every week to develop their performance awareness and musicianship skills. Strong emphasis is placed on the interpretation of Slow Airs studied from the Collectors, thus developing sight-reading abilities and musical literacy skills. Listening, analysis and discussions will feature prominently in the study of recorded singers through the different song traditions.
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| Other Assessment(s) | 100 |