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: (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