Course - Digital Composition and Performance - MUST2062
MUST2062 - Digital Composition and Performance
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Practical examination and Work
Grade: Passed/Failed
| Evaluation form | Weighting | Duration | Examination aids | Grade deviation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical examination | 1/2 | |||
| work | 1/2 |
Course content
The course is comprised of these main elements: Algorithmic composition and advanced audio synthesis techniques. Performance-oriented software, interactive use of music technology, live electronics.
Learning outcome
Knowledge:
The candidate
-Has insight into aesthetic practice based on digital tools for music performance and composition
- Can identify common methods for algorithmic composition
- knows central aspects of advanced techniques for audio synthesis
- has insight on how their own developed computer programs can be utilized in combination with commercial tools
- has a conscious relation to their own creative process
Skills:
The candidate
-Can compose audio pieces based on algorithmic methods and combine these with advanced techniques for audio synthesis
- has practical experience with realtime control of automatic composition processes
- can devise technical solutions to specific musical problems within composition, improvisation and performance
- Can perform music based on these techniques
Learning methods and activities
The course is taught in thematic blocks containing lectures, group projects and practical exercises. Each block is arranged as a concentrated workshop of 2-4 days duration. Information about exercises and requirements is given in Blackboard at semester start.
Compulsory assignments
- Satisfactory participation in compulsory classes
- Exercises
Further on evaluation
Music production and performance with an accompanying written reflection. All components of the assessment must be passed. If you fail on one part of the examination you must retake the part which you have failed.
Specific conditions
Exam registration requires that class registration is approved in the same semester. Compulsory activities from previous semester may be approved by the department.
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Music Performance Studies (BMUSP)
Music Technology (BMUST)
Recommended previous knowledge
TDT4110 Information Technology, Introduction
Required previous knowledge
Admission to the Bachelor's programme in Music Technology. Passed MUST1060.
The course has restricted admission.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| MUST1056 | 7.5 | 01.09.2012 | |
| MUST1054 | 7.5 | 01.09.2012 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2021
No.of lecture hours: 2
Lab hours: 4
No.of specialization hours: 4
Language of instruction: English, Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Music Technology
- Music Performance Studies
Examination
Examination arrangement: Practical examination and Work
- Term Status code Evaluation form Weighting Examination aids Date Time Digital exam Room *
- Spring ORD work 1/2
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Practical examination 1/2
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"