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MUSP4717

Free Improvisation

Assessments and mandatory activities may be changed until September 20th.

Credits 7.5
Level Second degree level
Course start Spring 2026
Duration 1 semester
Language of instruction English
Location Trondheim
Examination arrangement Practical examination

About

About the course

Course content

Free improvisational tutored training in ensemble. The course is designed in such a way that at least 3 students must be registered for the course, for it to be taught.

Learning outcome

Skills:

The candidate:

  • is able to spontaneously create musical forms and structures, solo and in an ensemble.

Learning methods and activities

Regular training in free improvisation in ensemble.

Instruction is obligatory and demands minimum 80% attendance.

Compulsory assignments

  • Satisfactory participation in compulsory instruction.

Further on evaluation

Practical exam: free improvisation performance in ensemble.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Music Performance (MMUSP)

Required previous knowledge

Requires admission to Master of Arts in Music Performance.

Course materials

John Stevens - Search & Reflect

Subject areas

  • Music Performance Studies

Contact information

Course coordinator

Department with academic responsibility

Department of Music

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: Practical examination
Grade: Passed / Not Passed

Ordinary examination - Spring 2026

Practical examination
Weighting 100/100 Duration 30 minutes