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MUS 224
: Exploring Historical Performance2021 Semester One (1213)
Academic study of the resources, instruments, techniques, and stylistic conventions relevant to the performance of music from Renaissance to modern times, with an emphasis on works of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Students consider the role that an awareness of historical factors can play in contemporary performance, and gain understanding of some of the key debates surrounding historically informed performance.
Prerequisite: MUS 143
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MUS 230
: Music Production 12021 Semester One (1213)
A study of the theoretical and practical knowledge and skills required to engage in music production through everyday technologies. An emphasis on production in the home/project studio environment, and for developing producers and songwriters. Topics include: microphone types, patterns and configurations; simple vocal and instrumental recording; synthesis; production techniques; and mixing using modern DAWs.
Prerequisite: MUS 119 or 130
Restriction: MUS 219
Restriction: MUS 219
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MUS 231
: Music Production 22021 Semester Two (1215)
A study of industry-standard studio recording and production techniques supported by practical studio-based exercises. Topics may include: multi-channel recording and editing, band and ensemble recording, analogue and digital production, synthesis, mixing and mastering.
Prerequisite: MUS 230
Restriction: MUS 219
Restriction: MUS 219
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MUS 243
: Music in Society2021 Semester One (1213)
The study of music in society using a wide-angled lens to explore how it can be intertwined with issues of politics, gender, religion, race, psychology, memory and space. Examples will take in a variety of musical phenomena from diverse genres (pop, jazz, classical, modern, opera, etc.)
Prerequisite: MUS 143
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MUS 245
: History, Music and Ideas: Rethinking the Classical Canon2021 Semester One (1213)
Raises issues specific to classical music in one or more concentrated historical periods. Students will get to know a designated repertoire of musical works, whilst exploring critical topics such as periodisation, canon formation and reception history.
Prerequisite: MUS 140 or 143 or 145 or 176
Restriction: MUS 240, 345
Restriction: MUS 240, 345
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MUS 246
: Experimental Music in the 20th and 21st Centuries2021 Semester Two (1215)
Tracks definitions and developments in ‘experimental’ music since the early twentieth century. Concepts of modernism and postmodernism as related to musical composition, performance and listening are the central focus.
Prerequisite: MUS 140 or 143 or 145 or 176
Restriction: MUS 346
Restriction: MUS 346
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MUS 258
: Special Topic: Music Computing2021 Semester One (1213)
An introduction to the study and use of computers to perform, compose, notate, and analyse music. Topics include: creation of computer-generated music (sound design, algorithmic music, machine learning, generative art), creation of new technologies for music performance (e.g., musical interfaces and installations, mobile apps), computational musicology, study of software for notation and education.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage I in Music or Departmental Approval
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MUS 262
: Music Psychology and Development2021 Semester One (1213)
An initial exploration of music psychology research including music therapy research, neuroscience, neuropsychology and music psychology. Examines the development of musical skills through life with an emphasis on community and pedagogical applications.
Prerequisite: 30 points passed in Music
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MUS 270
: Jazz Performance 32021 Semester One (1213)
The development of instrumental technique and improvisational skills though in-depth study of scales, rhythm, harmony and relevant musical analysis. This course prepares students who major in Jazz Performance and includes 1:1 tuition and group based improvisation classes.
Prerequisite: MUS 171
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MUS 271
: Jazz Performance 42021 Semester Two (1215)
Continuation of the work undertaken in MUS 270.
Prerequisite: MUS 270
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MUS 274
: Jazz Theory and Musicianship 22021 Semester One (1213)
An exploration of more advanced jazz theory and musicianship skills including aural and harmony. Coursework prepares students for the implementation of fundamental written theoretical skills. This course also includes a keyboard tutorial.
Prerequisite: MUS 174
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MUS 275
: Jazz Composition and Arranging 12021 Semester Two (1215)
Composition and arranging in the jazz idiom exploring small ensemble and big band contexts. Scoring, voicing concepts and sectional writing that assist students in the development of a portfolio of work.
Prerequisite: MUS 274
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MUS 276
: Jazz History2021 Semester One (1213)
A critical examination of musical styles, performers, cultural and industrial contexts surrounding jazz musics from the mid-nineteenth century, including ragtime, through New Orleans, swing, be-bop, cool, free, third-stream and post-bop. An in-depth study of primary exponents of various styles.
Prerequisite: 30 points passed in Music
Restriction: MUS 176
Restriction: MUS 176
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MUS 280
: Creative Practice in Popular Music 32021 Semester One (1213)
Specific exploration and the continued development of ideas and processes in the creation and presentation of popular music through workshops, seminars and group discussion. Students will write songs, complete arrangement exercises, use music recording and production techniques and present aspects of their coursework in live performance.
Prerequisite: MUS 181 and 182 or 196
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MUS 281
: Creative Practice in Popular Music 42021 Semester Two (1215)
Continuation of work undertaken in MUS 280.
Prerequisite: MUS 280, 284
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MUS 282
: Popular Music Vocal Performance2021 Semester Two (1215)
The development of vocal technique and interpretative skills through the in-depth study of vocal production techniques pertinent to contemporary popular music vocal performance. The emphasis is on the development of practices to enhance the performance of original songs written by the students.
Prerequisite: MUS 183 or 196
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MUS 282
: Popular Music Vocal Performance2021 Semester One (1213)
The development of vocal technique and interpretative skills through the in-depth study of vocal production techniques pertinent to contemporary popular music vocal performance. The emphasis is on the development of practices to enhance the performance of original songs written by the students.
Prerequisite: MUS 183 or 196
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MUS 283
: Popular Music Performance 22021 Semester Two (1215)
Continuation of the work undertaken in MUS 196. This course prepares students who specialise in Popular Music with 1:1 instrumental tuition and group-based classes. The emphasis is on the development of techniques and skills to enhance the performance of original songs written by the students.
Prerequisite: MUS 183 or 196
Restriction: JAZZ 232
Restriction: JAZZ 232
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MUS 283
: Popular Music Performance 22021 Semester One (1213)
Continuation of the work undertaken in MUS 196. This course prepares students who specialise in Popular Music with 1:1 instrumental tuition and group-based classes. The emphasis is on the development of techniques and skills to enhance the performance of original songs written by the students.
Prerequisite: MUS 183 or 196
Restriction: JAZZ 232
Restriction: JAZZ 232
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MUS 284
: Popular Music Theory and Musicianship 12021 Semester One (1213)
Training in practical musicianship and contemporary music writing skills pertinent to a popular music practitioner. Continued development of aural recognition skills.
Prerequisite: MUS 104 or 185
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MUS 287
: Popular Music Theory and Musicianship 22021 Semester Two (1215)
Further training in practical musicianship and contemporary music writing skills pertinent to a popular music practitioner. Continued development of aural recognition skills with an emphasis on musical analysis skills.
Prerequisite: MUS 284
Restriction: MUS 285
Restriction: MUS 285
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MUS 290A
: Auxiliary Performance Study 22021 Semester One (1213)
Individual tuition on an approved instrument or voice. Suited for a practical component for Music Studies or Composition students or as an approved instrument for Classical, Jazz or Popular Music students.
Prerequisite: MUS 190 or an audition and Departmental approval.
To complete this course students must enrol in MUS 290 A and B, or MUS 290
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MUS 291A
: Classical Ensembles 22021 Semester One (1213)
The development of performance skills through ensemble work including chamber music, string orchestra, wind orchestra, flute choir, contemporary ensembles and other combinations.
Prerequisite: Departmental approval
To complete this course students must enrol in MUS 291 A and B
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MUS 292A
: Performance Skills for Instrumentalists 22021 Semester One (1213)
The development of a range of instrumental performance skills beyond those gained in the instrumental studio including collaborative piano, repertoire studies, ensemble techniques, basic pedagogy, keyboard skills, accompanying and other applications.
Prerequisite: Departmental approval
To complete this course students must enrol in MUS 292 A and B
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MUS 293A
: Performance Skills for Singers 22021 Semester One (1213)
Further development of vocal practices that help voice students develop and sustain a professional career. This course aims to give students the knowledge and practical experience necessary to develop and maintain vocal health in diverse performing contexts.
Prerequisite: Departmental approval
To complete this course students must enrol in MUS 293 A and B