This is an elective module aimed at students with a strong aptitude for music theory that wish to deepen their understanding of advanced theory concepts, and further develop their composition and arrangement skills through song analysis and practical application.
This module will consolidate, and develop on, the concepts covered in the BA3 module DN/MM701 ‘Advanced Music Theory and Arrangement’ in a project-based environment, through their application on DAWs and notational software, using sample libraries and industry standard notatio
Analysis of harmony, melody, rhythm, timbre and structure in popular music
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Advanced reharmonisation techniques
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Tonal, mixed modal, polytonal and atonal compositional techniques
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Using DAWs and notational software as compositional tools
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Creating mock-ups using sample libraries and DAWs
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Application of notational conforms, articulations, dynamics and other aspects of notation necessary to articulate performance instructions to musicians
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This module will be delivered using a range of methods including formal lectures with audio/visual support, small group work, coursework, in class exercises, tutor demonstration, e-learning through the BIMM VLE and independent study and research.
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| Other Assessment(s) | 100 |