Course Objectives

Students will complete a project in which both performance and ethno-musicological theoretical approaches will be important; however, these elements may be weighted differently. The goal is to train students in field work within traditional music, including report writing.

Students will further develop their skills as performers.

Course Description

The specialisation studies will take the form of a project and a report (25-30 pages). The project may focus on performance / mediation, or a more theoretical analysis of traditional material.

In a performance / mediation perspective, the project may take a practical direction resulting in the production of a concert series, a CD production, a teaching session or work in the media / various cultural institutions.

A more theoretical emphasis may discuss topics based on traditional material from a theoretical musical approach, social science approach and / or cultural point of view.

A period of study abroad of at least three months at one of the college’s network partners may also constitute part of the course; new partners may also be contacted.

In all cases, including a period of study abroad, a critical report including a problem-oriented approach must be completed. Using a comparative approach in the problem formulation may be used.

It may be useful for students to choose a topic / theme that may be relevant for a future Master’s degree in Traditional Arts.

Individual instruction and ensemble playing.

The individual instruction builds on the instruction that was given in the first and second years of study. Normally, each student will receive 10 hours of individual instruction, but this will vary according to the available resources.

Students will work in established ensemble groups which they will choose themselves.

Cooperation with FM1 and FM2 will also be necessary where possible.

Learning Methods

The course is normally held in the spring semester.

Study trips will usually be arranged together with the first and / or second-year students. Third year students will also participate in arrangements organised by the department where this is practical.

Attendance of relevant courses given by guest teachers is compulsory.

For students that have a period of study abroad, participation in seminars and courses will not be compulsory if it is not possible for them to attend, providing documentation is given.

Teaching and learning methods include lectures, seminars, group work, individual lessons (10 hours with a teacher), excursions, self study / field work and homework.

Teaching and learning methods include lectures, seminars, group work, individual instruction (10 hours with a teacher), excursions, self-study, field work and home assignments.

The course is project-oriented and students will work individually and in groups to plan and arrange concerts, tours and other relevant mediation activities. Research-oriented work and field work also requires an independent effort on the part of the students.

All the students are entitled to guidance in connection with project work. In consultation with the supervisor; the student must find the relevant literature.

Assessment Methods

The department will organise three compulsory seminars during the semester, which are designed to follow up work on the Bachelor’s project, reviewing and discussing topics, theory and practical implementation.

The examination of the Bachelor's project will conclude with an oral examination, in which students may be examined in both practical and theoretical components to determine the final grade for the Bachelor’s project.

The grade will be given on a scale from A to F (A-E are passing grades and F is fail.). The grade will be entered on the diploma.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean