Partner Details

Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts

Awards

Target Award

Award Description:Bachelor of Arts with Honours - BAH
Alternative Exit
Alternative Exit
Alternative Exit

Programme Offerings

Full-Time

F2F-LPA-SEP

Educational Aims of the Course

The programme aims to further develop the learner's practical skills and knowledge/understanding of song writing and performance and the related artistic, cultural and professional context. This is achieved through an integrated educational approach encompassing a balanced range of performance, creative, technical, analytical and professional/vocational skills. • Specifically it will develop: technical, creative, performance and expressive skills in song writing and performance • The professional application of these skills in real world and simulated environments • An understanding of the industrial, historical, philosophical, social and cultural context in which popular songs are created, performed, distributed and consumed. • Essential transferable skills such as creative thinking, collaborative, team working, problem solving and communication skills. • Knowledge and skills that enable students to achieve sustained and employment and self-employment as song writers, performers and related careers • Independent and self-directed learning and on-going personal and professional development

Learning Outcomes

1.
The theory and practical processes surrounding the creation, production and performance of popular songs
2.
Evaluate and synthesise key aspects of current research and practice in contemporary popular song writing and performance to construct and sustain a coherent argument, using appropriate skills and conventions.
3.
Create song lead sheets using software notation programmes
4.
Synthesise harmonic, arranging, aural and rhythmic skills. (Music SB)
5.
Demonstrate instrumental or vocal technique in performing new songs
6.
Synthesise solo and ensemble performance skills in a variety of genres and performance contexts
7.
Create new songs for specific audiences and media in a contemporary artistic and commercial framework.
8.
Creatively employ music production and song writing applications to create song demos
9.
Create a programme of songs suitable to the performance context with an awareness of an audience (Music SB)
10.
Create, organise, market and promote song writing products and performances
11.
Utilise music industry intellectual property protection, legal, financial, product registration and distribution practices and processes
12.
The professional, legal, financial, technological and business contexts in which popular songs are written and performed
13.
Create industry standard promotional materials and identify and successfully target relevant markets demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the professional and legal frameworks and contexts
14.
Effectively utilise teamwork, team building, leadership and negotiation skills
15.
Employ project development, planning, resource and time management skills
16.
Demonstrate Initiative and enterprise skills.
17.
Undertake independent and self-generated work.
18.
Employ creative and innovative approaches to work and problem solving.
19.
Creatively utilise interpersonal, verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
20.
Work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.
21.
Demonstrate numeracy, IT skills in music and business communication skills
22.
Construct Business and career development plans
23.
The historical, political, technological, social, and cultural factors influencing the creation, production, performance, distribution and consumption of popular songs
24.
The intellectual, theoretical, philosophical and academic discourse surrounding popular song writing and performance
25.
Analyse and manipulate a diverse range of musical materials
26.
Generate, develop, test and articulate new songs
27.
Integrate creative and interpretative, technological and artistic processes, theory and practice.
28.
Critically reflect on song writing and performance and the work of others in the context of contemporary theory and practice
29.
Research, analyse, synthesise and communicate information and concepts

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

• Lectures & seminars • Individual tuition • Practical workshops • Tutor led rehearsals • Student led professional practice • Computer based tutorials • Masterclasses • Independent study

Throughout the course the learner is encouraged to undertake independent reading, research and private study to both supplement and consolidate what is being taught/learnt and to broaden their individual knowledge and understanding of the subject

Assessment • Performances • Portfolio presentation • Self and peer evaluation • Written essays • Seminar presentations • Research paper

• Lectures & seminars • Individual tuition • Practical workshops • Tutor led rehearsals • Computer-based tutorials • Independent study • Student led- practice

Intellectual skills are developed throughout the programme. Each module, involves discussion of key issues in applying concepts both theoretically and practically, analysis and interpretation of material, and feedback sessions for learners on work produced.

All learners receive initial guidance on how to identify, locate and use material available in libraries and elsewhere. Bibliographies are provided for each module at the outset, as are guidelines for the production of coursework essays, extended essays and research papers. Classes and tutorials are given on research design, data collection and analysis techniques

Formative feedback is given on a weekly basis on work produced in seminars, rehearsals, workshops and one to one tutorials.

Assessment • Portfolio presentations • Seminar presentations • Performances • Self and peer evaluation • Written essays • Research paper

• Computer based tutorials • Seminars • Independent study • Lectures & seminars • Practical workshops • Tutor led rehearsals • Instrumental tuition • Improvisation workshops • Vocal repertory workshops • Lectures & seminars • Student led professional practice • Masterclasses • Independent study

Assessment • Performance • Portfolio presentation • Seminar presentation • Self and peer evaluation

Throughout the programme learners are required to engage in professional practice in real world situations.

Formative and peer assessment and feedback in used throughout the programme.

• Lectures & seminars • Practical workshops • Tutor led rehearsals • Student led professional practice • Independent study

Assessment • Portfolio presentation • Seminar presentation • Written essays • Research paper • Self and peer evaluation • Performance

Regular tasks set throughout the course which provide formative & peer assessment & feedback opportunities. Learners are required to produce all written and presentational work to professional standards

Opportunities for work related learning

Although there are no formal placements on the programme, the Music Professional Practice modules in Level 4 and 5 are designed to encourage learners to apply the theory and practice from the other modules and to engage with real world situations through performances, demo production and promotion of their own careers as musicians. This activity is consolidated in Level 6 in The Performer, and The Songwriter Learners are encouraged to market and promote their Level 6 activity in professional settings in The Professional module and The Music Professional Modules.

Programme Structure

Programme Structure Description

The programme is divided into study units called modules. A 10 credit module typically comprises 10 hours of learning activity comprising student contact (lectures, workshops, seminars, tutorials and performance project supervision),course work preparation and private study. All learners take modules to the value of 120 credits each year/credit level. The … For more content click the Read More button below.

Approved variance from Academic Framework Regulations

To run yearlong modules at level 4, 5 and 6

Entry Requirements

A levels
Alternative qualifications considered
BTECs
International Baccalaureate
Other international requirements