Traditional Music Stage 2
Performance A – 70%
Performance A comprises a Masters Independent Project in which you propose a themed, practice-based research project that will allow them to build on a well-defined area of specialism (eg composition / historically-informed performance / contemporary fusion / folklore / regional style / etc) through which to demonstrate the learning outcomes of the module.
The nature and topic of the project is to be agreed between the student and the Principal Study tutor.
A proposal of 300 words, plus indicative source list, should be submitted to the Head of Traditional Music for approval no later than the end of Term 1.
The Principal Study tutor should offer artistic and strategic supervision as an integral element of regular lessons. A dedicated series of group tutorials involving all MMus (Traditional Music) 2 students and led by the Head or Lecturer in Traditional Music will also offer guidance on appropriate artistic research methods and analysis and peer/staff-based feedback as projects progress.
Your project will culminate in a public recital of 45 minutes, contextualised by a written critical commentary of c. 5,000 words. This commentary must be submitted no later than one calendar month prior to the public recital. You may involve a maximum of two accompanists in your public recital.
Performance B – 30%
Bi Internal recital, acoustic, 30 minutes in duration, on the Principal Study instrumental or vocal tradition. This performance acts as an interim milestone, showcasing work to date. The recital programme does not need to be informed by a specific theme, but repertoire should not overlap with Performance A.
Bii Studio Recording – a CD studio recording of 30 minutes, arranged in collaboration with a Conservatoire studio engineer. Solo, ensemble or mixed solo and ensemble performances may be chosen for this recording. The recording should be accompanied by a written commentary (≈1000 words) on the recording process, chosen repertoire, editorial issues, performance and interpretive decisions, and a self-evaluation of the final recorded product. The repertoire should not overlap with Performance A.
Biii Home Studio Recording – a recorded performance engineered and produced by the candidate, following the same guidelines as Bii above.