Course Details in 2026/27 Session

Module Title	LH Sounding Image
School	Lan, Cult, Art Hist & Music
Department	Music
Module Code	10 28347
Module Lead	Annie Mahtani
Level	Honours Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 1
Pre-requisites	LI Studio Composition - (10 23574)
Co-requisites
Restrictions	None
Exclusions
Description	This module will provide students who have developed skills and techniques in studio-based composition to undertake a project-based course working with artworks in the Barber Institute of Fine Arts. The module will begin with an overview of composers, both contemporary and historical, who have worked with image, and consider writings on the subjects of image and place in music. The practical project will begin with a recording session (with the option to undertake field-recordings) to gather sound material and will be supported with seminars and one-to-one and group tutorials. The module will culminate in the installation of the works in the gallery providing practical experience of curating and event management.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Undertake studio-based and / or field recordings to gather source material. Demonstrate a sophisticated awareness and understanding of the influence of image in music, in particular, electroacoustic and electronic musics. Critically evaluate writings related to sound and image, showing nuance and sophistication. Produce a piece of music directly to accompany a visual artwork, demonstrating high levels of technical proficiency and creativity
Assessment	28347-01 : 10 x Weekly Reading/Listening notes : Coursework (20%) 28347-02 : Final Composition : Coursework (80%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessments: 1 x 4-6 minute composition (80%); 10 weekly reading and listening notes (20%) Reassessment: n/a at LH.
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