Course Details in 2025/26 Session

Module Title	LH Composing for Voice
School	Lan, Cult, Art Hist & Music
Department	Music
Module Code	09 38734
Module Lead	Ryan Latimer
Level	Honours Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 1
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Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Seminar-10 hours Practical Classes and workshops-10 hours Guided independent study-180 hours Total: 200 hours
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Description	Students will be introduced to a range of compositional tools and techniques focused on writing for voice within a variety of contexts. Through a series of seminars, practical classes and workshops, students will explore various related topics, such as approaches to text setting, choral conventions, writing for voice and ensemble; and will be familiarised with more contemporary vocal repertoire and compositional practices. Students will produce a portfolio of short vocal compositions and will be expected to participate in practical group workshops as singers or instrumentalists.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the Module, students should be able to: Produce original compositions for voice in a variety of contexts Demonstrate an understanding of idiomatic approaches to text setting Demonstrate a good level of technical competence Show an in-depth understanding of aesthetical and technical developments in contemporary vocal/compositional practice. Produce high quality performance materials to near publishable standards
Assessment	38734-01 : Composition Portfolio : Coursework (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: (100%) Composition portfolio, comprising 7-9 minutes of music with brief accompanying programme notes (equivalent to 5000 words in total). The portfolio may include supporting evidence such as plans, tables, analysis and conceptual ideas. Method of Reassessment: Re-submission of composition portfolio
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