Composition 3a

Overview

In this module the student who has developed awareness of compositional technique through the preceding modules has the chance to work on original compositions under the supervision of the tutor. The module requires the student to plan and produce original works in a limited time-span, and to attend workshops on pieces written by the class. These alternate with a series of fortnightly 'Continuities in Music' seminars, analysing how modern composers (Stravinsky, Skryabin, Boulez, Lutoslawski, Debussy) sustain opening musical arguments.

Learning Objectives

The module allows a student to apply the more regulated study of Composition 1 and 2 in planning original compositions, developing a personal style and working according to a clearly defined time-schedule in producing a portfolio.

Skills

The student has responsibility for planning and executing original works - a test of imagination, technical skill and organization of time.

Assessment

None