Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
LJMU Partner Taught
Learning Methods
Lecture
Seminar
Module Offerings
5592MUS-SEP-PAR
Aims
This module aims to build on Popular Music Contexts 1, developing further the knowledge, application and effective communication of key concepts, theories and approaches that underpin the analysis and contextualisation of popular music-related texts and practices.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Analyse and interpret a range of popular music-related texts and practices within socio-cultural and professional contexts.
2.
Explain and apply a range of popular music-related theoretical concepts and analytical approaches.
3.
Communicate analysis through both the application of research, writing and presentation skills and the use of appropriate academic conventions.
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:In weekly lectures, topics introduced include musician persona, semiotic analysis, visual imagery, music video, and live performance; as well as relevant discourses such as genre, gender and sexuality and authenticity. These are explored further in seminar discussions and students’ presentations and written essays.
Students use private study time throughout the module to research and prepare their presentations and written essays, and receive tutor and peer feedback in seminars for their work, including guidance on appropriate writing skills and conventions.
Additional Information:Helen Davies is the Module Leader (h.davies@lipa.ac.uk)