Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Music School
Study of basic techniques of Western tonal music & integrated writing, analysis, keyboard & aural skills components.
This course comprises two components: Harmony & Keyboard Musicianshipﾠand Aural & Practical Musicianship.
Harmony & Keyboard:ﾠstudy of basic techniques of Western tonal music: intervallic and triadic relationships in four-part writing, seventh chords, figured bass, harmonic and non-harmonic tones. The course involvesﾠdevelopment of analyticalﾠskills as well asﾠkeyboard-based and written applications.
Aural & Practical: comprehensive and inclusive introduction to aural musicianship with emphasis on diatony, pentatony and simple harmony including intervals and triads.ﾠSight singing, part work and rhythmic development are core components of the course.
Course requirements
Assumed background
Senior Music or MUSC1060.
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Mr Anthony Young
Tutor
Dr Josephine Jin
Ms Patrice Connelly
Miss Jacinta Wang
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Aims and outcomes
ﾠ ﾠ The aural skills and practical musicianshipﾠcomponent of MUSC1600 is designed to: ﾠ
- Foster skills in active music making
- Develop skills in aural analysis of musical works
- Develop aural musicianship skills in memory work, individual part work, dictation and identification of musical elements/structures
ﾠ
The harmony and keyboard musicianshipﾠcomponent of MUSC1600 is designed to:
- Develop an understanding of the fundamentals of diatonic harmony.
- Develop musicianship skills through written exercises.
- Understand thoroughly the nature of triads, harmonic and non-harmonic tones.
- Develop proficiency in writing and analysingﾠharmonic SATB textures.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Aural and Practical Skills Musicianship - Demonstrate fluency and command of a set repertoire for this course.
LO2.
Aural and Practical Skills Musicianship - Analyse and communicate the pitch and rhythmic structures of selected repertoire
LO3.
Aural and Practical Skills Musicianship - Sing and notate familiar and unfamiliar musical material
LO4.
Aural and Practical Skills Musicianship - Demonstrate accuracy, confidence and fluency in all tasks
LO5.
Aural and Practical Skills Musicianship - Demonstrate the ability to work creatively on all tasks
LO6.
Aural and Practical Skills Musicianship - Engage critically and reflectively with methodologies used for aural studies
LO7.
Harmony and Keyboard Musicianship - Understand the principles of basic diatonic harmony and counterpoint.
LO8.
Harmony and Keyboard Musicianship - Recognise in written form and play at the keyboard any type of interval or triad.
LO9.
Harmony and Keyboard Musicianship - Develop skills in part writing at the keyboard and in written form.
LO10.
Harmony and Keyboard Musicianship - Analyse in written form and play at the keyboard a short chordal progression using Roman Numerals or Figured Bass notation.
LO11.
Harmony and Keyboard Musicianship - Complete a short four-part (SATB) piece utilising the harmonic resources presented in class.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Practical/ Demonstration, Tutorial/ Problem Set | Series of three Written and Keyboard Assignments | 50% |
2/09/2024 - 7/11/2024
Assignment 1: Keyboard and Written (Harmony) material covered in Weeks 1-6, due date: 2 September 2:00 pm. Weighting: 15% of the final grade. Assignment 2: Keyboard only material covered in Weeks 7-11, due date: In class during Week 12: 14 to 18 October. Weighting: 15% of the final grade. Assignment 3: Written (Harmony) material only covered in Weeks 7-11 and Week 13, due date: 7 November 2:00 pm. Weighting: 20% of the final grade. |
| Performance, Practical/ Demonstration | Aural Practical Task 1 | 15% |
28/08/2024 4:00 pm |
| Performance, Practical/ Demonstration | Aural Practical Task 2 | 15% |
9/10/2024 4:00 pm |
| Quiz |
Aural Dictation Test
|
20% |
21/10/2024
During class time in week 13. |
Assessment details
Series of three Written and Keyboard Assignments
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance, Oral, Written
- Category
- Practical/ Demonstration, Tutorial/ Problem Set
- Weight
- 50%
- Due date
2/09/2024 - 7/11/2024
Assignment 1: Keyboard and Written (Harmony) material covered in Weeks 1-6, due date: 2 September 2:00 pm. Weighting: 15% of the final grade.
Assignment 2: Keyboard only material covered in Weeks 7-11, due date: In class during Week 12: 14 to 18 October. Weighting: 15% of the final grade.
Assignment 3: Written (Harmony) material only covered in Weeks 7-11 and Week 13, due date: 7 November 2:00 pm. Weighting: 20% of the final grade.
- Learning outcomes
- L07, L08, L09, L10, L11
Task description
A sequence of three assignments on written (harmony) and keyboard-based material that are covered in the weekly musicianship keyboard lab classes. Information and task sheets for each Assignment will be made available on Blackboard and discussed in class prior to the submission date.
Assignment 1 will require both written/harmony and keyboard responses.
Assignment 2 will require responses at the keyboard only, held in-person in the musicianship keyboard classroom.
Assignment 3 will require written responses only.
Each assignment will be available for download and completion within a certain timeframe to be advised by course staff, with announcements on the Blackboard site for this course.
The assignments within this assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Assignments will be assessed on the following criteria:
1. Established Knowledge: assumed competence in all previously covered specific elements and general principles of music theory and notation [Assignments 2 and 3 only].
2. Overall fluency: competence in general ability to use music theory and notation conventions to convey accurate information.
3. Topic-specific knowledge and application: ability to understand, use and write specific elements of music theory and notation.
The results achieved will constitute an overall assessment of the assignment and individual questions will not carry specific grade values. Please also check the rubric that will be available through the Blackboard Grade Centre.
Submission guidelines
Assignment 1: Submit your written (harmony) responses as a single PDF file and submit your keyboard responses as a single video file.
Assignment 2: In person in the musicianship keyboard lab (no written/harmony questions for Assignment 2).
Assignment 3: Submit your written (harmony) responses as a single PDF file (no keyboard questions for Assignment 3).
Assignments 1 and 3 should be submitted through the Blackboard site for this course (see the Assessment folder for more details).
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Aural Practical Task 1
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance, Oral
- Category
- Performance, Practical/ Demonstration
- Weight
- 15%
- Due date
28/08/2024 4:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
- Perform a given 4 bar simple time rhythm while keeping beat and pulse.
- Sing Doh pentatonic, Major and Natural minor scales in tune with ostinato.
- Sing and play one of the given canons at the keyboard.
- Sing a different canon in a group of three with one voice on a part.
- Sing a piece of repertoire from the course while accompanying yourself at the keyboard. Chords in right hand, bass line in left hand.
This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of AI may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Assessment should be submitted according to the instructions provided in class and on the Blackboard site for this course.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Aural Practical Task 2
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance, Oral
- Category
- Performance, Practical/ Demonstration
- Weight
- 15%
- Due date
9/10/2024 4:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05
Task description
- Perform a given 4 bar compound time rhythm while keeping beat and pulse.
- Sing all pentatonic and diatonic scales in tune from the same starting note while performing an ostinato.
- Sing and play one of the given canons at the keyboard.
- Sing another canon in a group of three with one voice per part.
- Sing a piece of repertoire from the course accompanying oneself at the keyboard with triads in the right hand and bass notes in the left hand.
This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of AI may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Assessment should be submitted according to the instructions provided in class and on the Blackboard site for this course.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Aural Dictation Test
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Quiz
- Weight
- 20%
- Due date
21/10/2024
During class time in week 13.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L06
Task description
- Rhythmic Dictation in simple time
- Rhythmic dictation in compound time
- Interval dictation
- Melodic dictation in minor
- Two-part melodic dictation in major
- Harmonic dictation
This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of AI may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Assessment will take place during class.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 1 - |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Work is grossly deficient and does not satisfy basic requirements of the course. |
| 2 (Fail) | 25 - |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Work does not satisfy basic requirements of the course. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 45 - |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: Work shows an overall inadequate grasp of specific course content and skills as required in assessment. |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Work demonstrates an adequate grasp of fundamental concepts and skills as required in assessment activities, although it also shows significant room for improvement in fluency and accuracy. Understanding of concepts, while evident, lacks sophistication. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Work demonstrates a commendable understanding of main concepts, and acquired skills are used appropriately in contextual tasks. There is still room for improvement in a number of areas. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Work demonstrates insight into deeper aspects of the subject and proficiency in all associated skills which are integrated fully in writing and performance and other tasks. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Work demonstrates an exceptional understanding and a high level of proficiency in all aspects of the subject and an imaginative flair in writing and aural tasks. |
Additional course grading information
Marking criteria and/or marking rubrics are available in the ‘Assessment’ folder in Blackboard for this course.
The above descriptors provide general indications as to performance overall; students are directed to the assignment criteria and rubrics, as well as formative feedback for more specific information on their performance in assessable work.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
Students are required to achieve a passing gradeﾠ in both the Harmony & Keyboard Musicianship component and the Aural Studies & Practical Musicianship component of the course in order to pass the course overall.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Additional learning resources information
Students require access to a keyboard for this course. ﾠStudents are able to utilise keyboards in the keyboard lab during library hours when classes are not running .Students should bring their own headphones to classes in the keyboard musicianship lab, but please note that Bluetooth is not enabled on the lab keyboards. Students should also consider purchasing a ﾠkeyboard for off-site use if they do not already have reliable access to a piano or other keyboard. A 5-octave (61-key) range is the minimum practical range. ﾠStudents should note that keyboards will continue to be used in subsequent courses in this sequence and are a useful asset in general.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Week 1 (22 Jul - 28 Jul) |
Lecture |
Keyboard and Harmonic Writing Class - Course Introduction Course Introduction
Learning outcomes: L07, L08 |
Practical |
Practical Aural Skills Class - Basic Rhythms in Simple Time
Learning outcomes: L02, L03, L04 |
|
Week 2 (29 Jul - 04 Aug) |
Lecture |
Keyboard and Harmonic Writing Class - Review of Intervals, Triads and their Inversions Review of Intervals, Triads and their Inversions:
Learning outcomes: L08, L09 |
Practical |
Practical Aural Skills Class - Rhythmic Dictation
Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
|
Week 3 (05 Aug - 11 Aug) |
Lecture |
Keyboard and Harmonic Writing Class - Principles of chord progressions in four-part SATB format
Learning outcomes: L07, L08 |
Practical |
Practical Aural Skills Class - simple 2 part rhythmic dictation
Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
|
Week 4 (12 Aug - 18 Aug) |
Lecture |
Keyboard and Harmonic Writing Class - Cadences: Perfect/Authentic, Plagal, Imperfect/Half, Interrupted/Deceptive
Learning outcomes: L07, L08, L09, L10, L11 |
Practical |
Practical Aural Skills Class - Rhythmic reading in simple time with ties (1)
Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
|
Week 5 (19 Aug - 25 Aug) |
Lecture |
Keyboard and Harmonic Writing Class - Principles of four-part writing (continued)
Learning outcomes: L07, L09, L10 |
Practical |
Practical Aural Skills Class - Rhythmic dictation in simple time with ties (continued)
Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
|
Week 6 (26 Aug - 01 Sep) |
Lecture |
Keyboard and Harmonic Writing Class - Harmonisations using root position and first inversion chords in SATB and Keyboard formats Learning outcomes: L07, L09, L11 |
Practical |
Practical Aural Skills Class - Rhythmic Sight Reading
Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06 |
|
Week 7 (02 Sep - 08 Sep) |
Lecture |
Keyboard and Harmonic Writing Class - Second inversion chords
Learning outcomes: L07, L08, L09, L10 |
Practical |
Practical Aural Skills Class - Rhythmic reading in compound time
Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
|
Week 9 (16 Sep - 22 Sep) |
Lecture |
Keyboard and Harmonic Writing Class - Chordal tendency
Learning outcomes: L08, L09, L10, L11 |
Practical |
Practical Aural Skills Class - Rhythmic Dictation in Compound time
Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
|
Week 10 (30 Sep - 06 Oct) |
Lecture |
Keyboard and Harmonic Writing Class - The V7 chord in root and inversions
Learning outcomes: L07, L08, L09, L10 |
Practical |
Practical Aural Skills Class
Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
|
Week 11 (07 Oct - 13 Oct) |
Lecture |
Keyboard and Harmonic Writing Class - Introduction to Figured Bass
Learning outcomes: L07, L08, L09, L10 |
Practical |
Practical Aural Skills Class
Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
|
Week 12 (14 Oct - 20 Oct) |
Lecture |
Keyboard and Harmonic Writing Class - Non-chord tones
Learning outcomes: L07, L08, L09, L10, L11 |
Practical |
Practical Aural Skills Class
Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06 |
|
Week 13 (21 Oct - 27 Oct) |
Lecture |
Keyboard and Harmonic Writing Class
Learning outcomes: L07, L08, L09, L10, L11 |
Practical |
Practical Aural Skills Class
Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
Additional learning activity information
Students are expected to attend all weekly classes for keyboard & harmony and for practical aural musicianship. Classes introduce new topics in musicianship through theoretical background and practical applications in activities such as keyboard tasks, singing and rhythmic exercises.
Additional one-hour classes will be scheduled from Week 2 to Week 6 in the musicianship keyboard lab. These classes are optional and they are for students who need to review the basics of music theory and notation and/or who have little or no prior experience with a keyboard. Topics will include pitch, rhythm, intervals, triads, major and minor scales. All topics will include keyboard exercises.
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
School guidelines
Your school has additional guidelines you'll need to follow for this course:
- School of Music site
- Health and Wellbeing for Musicians
Course guidelines
Return of Assessment
Assessment items that have been marked will be made available to students on Blackboard as soon as the marking and grading process is complete. Students should check all marked assessment items immediately and consult with the lecturer should there be any concerns.
Please note: Students are advised to retain records of all assessment items until graduation.
Communication:
The primary means of communication between the staff of MUSC1600 and students enrolled in the course is by email, utilising the UQ student email system only. It is, therefore, imperative that students in this course regularly check their student email account (or arrange for automatic forwarding of UQ student emails to a nominated account). Failure to read important notifications about the course as may occur from time to time will not be regarded as a valid reason for failing to comply with course requirements.