Subject Name: Stagecraft
Subject Code: 22232
Credit Points: 5 credit points
Award(s): Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: Nil
Modes: In person. On campus only
Delivery / Contact hrs: 26 hours over 13 weeks
Subject Coordinator: Dan Quigley
Teaching Staff: N/A
Subject Rationale:
As performers, jazz musicians need to understand how to perform on stage in a confident, relaxed and engaging manner. An understanding of stagecraft will assist the musician in both live assessment and live performance contexts. Confident presentation enhances instrumental/vocal performance through improving freedom of expression, control of internal and external barriers, interpersonal connections with other ensemble members, mental clarity and emotional stability. In the context of this course, this subject enhances their capacity for success in Principal Study, Ensemble, Improvisation, and Concert Performance Practice. The subject is broken into two main areas: stagecraft for assessment and stagecraft for live performance. This subject sequentially improves the musician’s awareness of musical and non-musical aspects of performance. It develops skills which enable the student to overcome performance anxiety, improve presentation of performance and manage group dynamics. It includes the experience of addressing an audience, developing an understanding of the power of body language, appropriate stagecraft protocols specific to jazz and attitudes towards performance.
Learning Outcomes:
Through physical and mental concepts and activities, research and a developing understanding of stagecraft in both assessment and live performance contexts, the student will be able to demonstrate:
PHYSICAL
EXTERNAL
INTERNAL
Weekly Topics
Assessment:
Assessment Item | Topic/s | Learning Outcomes assessed (LO) | Due | Weighting |
Oral presentation:Track and analyse assessments involving live performance and present oral presentation on findings | Demonstrate ability to engage in self reflection and analysis | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Week 6 and 7 (in class) | 15% |
Essay:1000 words on selected topic | Evidence of self-directed learning | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Week 11 | 30% |
Performance reviews:Review 5 x live performances focusing on stagecraft skills | Demonstrate ability to identify stagecraft techniques | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Week 13 | 15% |
Concert presentation: Introduction and performance of songs in concert format | Demonstrate learned practices | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Assessment block | 30% |
Attendance | 10% |
Subject Name: Investigating Jazz
Subject Code: 22229
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: Nil
Modes: Full Time. On campus only
Delivery / Contact hrs: 2 Hour class per week for 13weeks
Subject Coordinator: Dan Quigley
Teaching Staff: N/A
Subject Rationale:
Research develops the knowledge base for the jazz musician, and builds their conceptual understanding of elements which contribute to and affect their performance and ability to operate as an informed and critically engaged musician. In the context of this course, this elective is not integrated directly with the other subjects, but contributes to the student’s conceptual understanding of jazz. In this elective, students will learn basic skills of research which will assist them in their preparation for Jazz in Context, Jazz Materials, and in researching repertoire for their various performance-based subjects. This subject introduces students to the study and practice of musical scholarship, through historical discipline and contemporary, dynamic activity related to jazz. It will pay particular attention to the creation, performance and collection/retention of jazz music, the related activities of artists, and the social and cultural dimensions of jazz. This subject enables the student to deeply investigate an artist, a particular historical event, a specific technique or any other topic available for in depth research.
Learning Outcomes:
Through lively and informed class participation, the preparation and delivery of research topics and other presentations, critical reading and listening, and other means, class participants will learn to demonstrate:
Weekly Topics
Assessment:
Assessment Item | Topic/s | Learning Outcomes assessed (LO) | Week Content Delivered | Due | Weighting |
CLASS CONTRIBUTIONS participation in discussion | As set | 1,2,3 | 1-10 | ongoing | 15% |
Written exercise: an annotated bibliography of resources related to a given topic | Research process | 1,2,4 | 1-4 | Week 6 | 30% |
CLASS DISCUSSION | Jazz in context | 1,2,3 | 1-4 | Week 9 | 15% |
PRESENTATION individual presentation of own research | Own research project | 1,2,3 | 1-13 | Week 11 – 13 as designated | 30% |
Attendance | 10% |
Subject Name: Jazz in Australia
Subject Code: 22230
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: Nil
Modes: Full Time. On campus only
Delivery / Contact hrs: 2 hour lecture per week for 13 weeks.
Subject Coordinator: Dan Quigley / Sean Foran
Teaching Staff: N/A
Subject Rationale:
An understanding of jazz in its Australian contexts is of considerable relevance to intending professional jazz musicians in this country. In the context of this course, Jazz in Australia does not integrate directly with other subjects, but does contribute significantly to the depth of understanding students bring to the performance of Australian work. This subject therefore connects with Principal Study, Ensemble, Improvisation and Contemporary Performance Practice. This subject builds context around key composers, performers, compositions and musical forms in Australian jazz, and sets the music into a broader context of the professional jazz industry in Australia. By focusing on specific case studies, students will research the work of individual artists in their historical and social settings through reading, critical listening and discussion, to gain an understanding of Australian jazz and the contexts in which it is created an played.
Learning Outcomes:
Through consideration and evaluation of past and present practice from musical and extraneous perspectives, students will build a foundation from which they are able to:
Weekly Topics:
Assessment:
Assessment Item | Topic/s | Learning Outcomes assessed (LO) | Week Content Delivered | Due Week | Weighting |
LISTENING TEST 1In-class test | Recognising classic Australian artists and styles | 2,4 | 1,2,3 | Week 4 in class | 10% |
CLASS PRESENTATION Analysing and evaluating an example of one element from the jazz industry in Australia.Eg – organisations, education, media, venues, festivals, societal influences, careers | Using Australian jazz | 1,2,3 | 3,4,5,6,7 | Week 8 in class | 20% |
Research assignment: 2000 words
|
Choose from a list of topics | 1,2,3 | 1-12 | Week 146/6/14
5pm |
50% |
LISTENING TEST 2Exam setting: 30 minutes | Recognising modern Australian artists and styles | 2,4 | 1-13 | Exam period | 10% |
Attendance | 10% |
Subject Name: A Capella Ear Training 1
Subject Code: 23229
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: Nil
Modes: In person. On campus only
Delivery / Contact hrs: 2 Hour Masterclass per week for 13 weeks
Subject Coordinator: Dan Quigley
Teaching Staff: Sharny Russell
Subject Rationale:
As performers, jazz musicians need skills which allow them to present themselves in a confident manner, enabling the best opportunity for a positive experience. This subject focuses on the development of aural acuity in the context of presentation (i.e. beyond the classroom), through which confidence and presentation skills will be improved. Aural acuity is an essential skill for the jazz musician. Musicians certain of their aural capacity bring confidence to their performances. The most direct way of expressing an understanding involving pitch is by singing. The practice of singing without accompaniment promotes a high level of relative pitch, a desirable skill for jazz musicians. In an applied setting, this subject sequentially improves the musician’s awareness of musical aspects of performance, particularly via aural acuity. It develops skills which enable the student to overcome performance anxiety and improve presentation of performance, including the experience of addressing an audience.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this subject students will be able to demonstrate:
Weekly Topics
Assessment:
Assessment Item | Topic/s | Learning Outcomes assessed (LO) | Week Content Delivered | Due | Weighting |
|
Demonstrate learned practices | 1,2,3,4 | 1-9 | Week 13 | 40% |
|
Demonstrate learned practices | 1,2,3,4 | 1-12 | Week 6 & 8 | 30% |
|
Contribution to ensemble performance | 1,2,3,4,5 | 1-12 | Week 7 & 13 | 30% |
Subject Name: Jazz Arranging 1
Subject Code: 23225
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: Nil
Modes: Full Time. On campus only
Delivery / Contact hrs: 2 Hour class per week for 13weeks
Subject Coordinator: Dan Quigley
Teaching Staff: Brad Esbensen
Subject Rationale
Jazz musicians benefit from the ability to create and arrange their own music, and this elective further develops the foundational arranging skills which are built into the core subjects of this course. In the context of this course, this elective is not integrated directly with the other subjects, but does complement them. Students enrolled in this elective will draw upon their experiences in practical and theory based subjects, and in turn, will be able to contribute to such subjects as Contemporary Performance Practice and Ensemble by creating arrangements for them. Students who enrol in this elective will find that it enhances their capacity to complete the arrangement tasks required of them in Ensemble and Jazz Materials. This subject examines various jazz arrangement techniques for small group jazz writing. Students will learn through applying arrangement skills, and through listening, analysis and reading.
Learning Outcomes:
Through the processes of aural and written analysis, building a broad knowledge of styles, arranging for specific jazz ensembles, and hearing the arrangements performed, students will be able to demonstrate:
Weekly Topics
Assessment
Assessment Item | Topic/s | Learning Outcomes assessed (LO) | Week Content Delivered | Due | Weighting |
Assignment 1 | Chord spelling | 1,2,4,5 | 1-2 | Week 2 | 10% |
Assignment 2 | Melodic manipulation | 1,2,3,4,5 | 3-4 | Week 4 | 10% |
Assignment 3 | 2 and 3 part voicing | 1,2,3,4,5 | 5-6 | Week 6 | 10% |
Assignment 4 | 4 and 5 part voicing | 1,2,3,4,5 | 7-8 | Week 8 | 10% |
Assignment 5 | Rhythm section | 1,2,3,4,5 | 9-10 | Week 10 | 10% |
Assignment 6 | Small combo arrangement | 1,2,3,4,5 | 1-13 | Week 14 | 50% |
Subject Name: Jazz Composition 1
Subject Code: 23227
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: Nil
Modes: Full Time. On campus only
Delivery / Contact hrs: 2 Hour class per week for 13weeks
Subject Coordinator: Dan Quigley
Teaching Staff: Travis Jenkins
Subject Rationale:
Jazz Composition introduces the student to a variety of writing techniques and approaches to creativity in a variety of styles and ensemble settings. It deepens the student’s understanding of the elements of notation, structure, orchestration and style in the creative writing process, through practical and theoretical perspectives. In the context of this course, this elective does not integrate directly with the other subjects, but contributes to the student’s conceptual understanding of jazz. In this elective, students will become familiar with the creative compositional process and this will enhance the student’s experience of Jazz Materials. Student compositions may be performed in the practice-based subjects, and in public performances by students. This subject will foster an understanding of specifics of notation, structure and invention; an understanding of principles of timbre, sonority and scoring in different combinations. There is a particular emphasis on writing for the small jazz ensemble.
Learning Outcomes:
Through practical and theoretical approaches, aural and written study, students will develop the ability to:
Weekly Topics:
Assessment
Assessment Item | Topic/s | Learning Outcomes assessed (LO) | Week Content Delivered | Due | Weighting |
ORAL ANALYSIS: in class. Analysing and reflecting upon an original aural source | Oral analysis | 1,2,3,4 | 1-11 | Week 12 in class | 15% |
COMPOSITION PORTFOLIO – 4 Compositions + final portfolio | Own compositions | 1,2,3 | 1-13 | Week 4, 7, 10, 13, 14 | 70% |
COMPOSITION IN PERFORMANCE | Presenting at least one own composition | 1,2,3,4 | 1-13 | As required | 15% |
Subject Name: Music Technology 1: Fundamentals of Sound Recording
Subject Code: 32237
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: None
Modes: Full Time. On Campus only
Delivery / Contact hrs: 2 Hour Seminar per week for 13 weeks
Subject Coordinator: Dan Quigley
Teaching Staff: Mark Smith
Subject Rationale:
The professional jazz musician often encounters the recording industry and benefits from an understanding of the key technical and creative components of the technology used in recording, and the etiquette of the audio recording industry. In the context of this course, the subject is not directly integrated with the core subjects, although it will apply skills learned in other subjects. It is an ancillary subject designed to extend the experience of all other subjects by providing an overview of contemporary sound recording both inside and outside the studio. The subject explores the elements of sound recording with an emphasis on musical context, recording environment and supportive technologies. It aims to provide an understanding of the theory involved in sound and recording practice, skills in the use of hardware and software, and confidence in problem-solving. It will foster awareness and understanding of music genres and recording venues.
Learning Outcomes:
On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to demonstrate:
Weekly Topics
Assessment:
Assessment Item | Topic/s | Learning Outcomes assessed (LO) | Week Content Delivered | Due | Weighting |
Worksheets (2) | Various | 1,2,3,4 | 1-10 | Weeks 4, 7 | 20% |
Project | Recording | 1,2,3,4 | 1-11 | Week 11 | 50% |
Reflective Essay | Recording | 1,2,3,4 | 1-11 | Week 12 | 30% |
Subject Name: Music Technology 2 : The Virtual Studio
Subject Code: 32238
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: None
Modes: Full Time. On Campus only
Delivery / Contact hrs: 2 Hour Seminar per week for 13 weeks
Subject Coordinator: Dan Quigley
Teaching Staff: Stephen Russell
Subject Rationale:
The professional jazz musician finds benefit in familiarity with contemporary music software and technology suited to their self-publishing needs, in score and audio. In the context of this course, the subject is not directly integrated with the core subjects, although it will apply skills learned in other subjects, e.g. skills learned in Jazz Materials will be applied in writing scores. It is an ancillary subject designed to extend the experience of all other subjects by providing an overview of the contemporary computer-based virtual studio.
Learning Outcomes:
On successful completion of this subject, students will be expected to demonstrate
Weekly Topics
Assessment:
Assessment Item | Topic/s | Learning Outcomes assessed (LO) | Week Content Delivered | Due | Weighting |
Project 1: Lead Sheet | Music Software | 1,2,3,4 | 2-4 | Week 6 | 25% |
Project 2: Big Band Score | Music Software | 1,2,3,4 | 5-7 | Week 13 | 50% |
Written Essay | Publishing and licensing | 5 | 1-12 | Week 13 | 25% |
Subject Name: A Capella Ear Training 2
Subject Code: 32241
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: Nil
Modes: In person. On campus only
Delivery / Contact hrs: 2 Hour Masterclass per week for 13 weeks
Subject Coordinator: Dan Quigley
Teaching Staff: Sharny Russell
Subject Rationale:
As performers, jazz musicians need skills which allow them to present themselves in a confident manner, enabling the best opportunity for a positive experience. This subject focuses on the development of aural acuity in the context of presentation (i.e. beyond the classroom), through which confidence and presentation skills will be improved.
Aural acuity is an essential skill for the jazz musician. Musicians certain of their aural capacity bring confidence to their performances. The most direct way of expressing an understanding involving pitch is by singing. The practice of singing without accompaniment promotes a high level of relative pitch, a desirable skill for jazz musicians. In an applied setting, this subject sequentially improves the musician’s awareness of musical aspects of performance, particularly via aural acuity.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this subject students will be able to demonstrate:
Weekly Topics
Assessment:
Assessment Item | Topic/s | Learning Outcomes assessed (LO) | Week Content Delivered | Due | Weighting |
|
Performance of melody & bass line, chord formation, sing voice leading. |
1,4,6 | 1-12 | Assessment period | 40% |
|
16 bars of a Rep tune arranged for vocal group. |
2,5 | 5-11 | Week 12 | 30% |
|
Contribution to ensemble performance | 3,4 | 1-13 | Week 13 | 30% |
Subject Name: Jazz Arranging 2
Subject Code: 33226
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: Jazz Arranging 1
Modes: Full Time. On campus only
Delivery / Contact hrs: 2 Hour class per week for 13weeks
Subject Coordinator: Dan Quigley
Teaching Staff: Brad Esbensen
Subject Rationale
Jazz musicians benefit from the ability to create and arrange their own music, and this elective further develops the foundational arranging skills which are built into the core subjects of this course. In the context of this course, this elective is not integrated directly with the other subjects, but does complement them. Students enrolled in this elective will draw upon their experiences in practical and theory based subjects, and in turn, will be able to contribute to such subjects as Contemporary Performance Practice and Ensemble by creating arrangements for them. Students who enrol in this elective will find that it enhances their capacity to complete the arrangement tasks required of them in Ensemble and Jazz Materials. This subject examines extended and complex jazz arrangement techniques for various jazz ensembles, including voice. Students will learn through applying arrangement skills, and through listening, analysis and reading.
Learning Outcomes:
Through the processes of aural and written analysis, building a broad knowledge of styles, arranging for specific jazz ensembles, and hearing the arrangements performed, students will be able to demonstrate:
Weekly Topics
Assessment
Assessment Item | Topic/s | Learning Outcomes assessed (LO) | Week Content Delivered | Due | Weighting |
Assessment 1: Harmonisation of given melody line | Voicing Techniques | 1,2, | 1-2 | Week 2 | 10% |
Assessment 2: Sax Section Writing | Section Writing | 1,2,3,4,5 | 2-3 | Week 4 | 10% |
Assessment 3: Brass Section Writing | Section Writing | 1,2,3,4,5 | 4-5 | Week 6 | 10% |
Assessment 4: Rhythm Section Writing | Big Band Workshop | 1,2,3,4,5 | 1-9 | Week 8 | 10% |
Assessment 5: Workshop Participation and Preparation | Big Band Workshop | 1,2,3,4,5 | 1-9 | Week 12 | 10% |
Assessment 6: Big Band Arrangement | Arrangement – full big band | 1,2,3,4,5 | 1-13 | Week 14 | 50% |
Subject Name: Jazz Composition 2
Subject Code: 33228
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: Jazz Composition 1
Modes: Full Time. On campus only
Delivery / Contact hrs: 2 Hour class per week for 13weeks
Subject Coordinator: Dan Quigley
Teaching Staff:Travis Jenkins
Subject Rationale:
Jazz Composition 2 advances the student’s writing skills and creativity in a broad range of styles and ensemble settings. Through practical and theoretical experiences, it expands knowledge of the elements of notation, structure, orchestration and style in the creative writing process. In the context of this course, this elective does not integrate directly with the other subjects, but contributes to the student’s conceptual understanding of jazz. In this elective, students will further explore the creative process, thus enhancing the student’s other subjects, and providing opportunities for performances of original work in class and public settings. This subject will foster an understanding of compositional techniques used in a variety of contemporary jazz styles. It gives insight into techniques of advanced composition through study of form, structure, melody writing. Bitonality, counterpoint and orchestration in contemporary, post-bop and modal styles.
Learning Outcomes:
Through practical and theoretical approaches, aural and written study, students will develop the ability to:
Weekly Topics
Assessment
Assessment Item | Topic/s | Learning Outcomes assessed (LO) | Week Content Delivered | Due | Weighting |
COMPOSITION PORTFOLIO – 4 Compositions | Own compositions | 1,2,3 | 1-13 | Week 4, 7, 10, 12 | 80% |
COMPOSITION IN PERFORMANCE | Presenting two compositions | 1,2,3,4 | 1-13 | As required | 20% |
Subject Name: Self-Directed Study 1
Subject Code: 33251
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: Nil
Modes: As appropriate to the project.
Delivery / Contact hrs: Supervision as required by the individual project, which is taken over 13 weeks
Subject Coordinator: Melissa Western
Teaching Staff: As appropriate to the project
Subject Rationale:
To prepare students as professional musicians, it is important that they have flexibility to pursue a professional project of their own choosing, under supervision and mentoring by JMI staff, selected as appropriate for the particular project. The Self-directed Study project will build professional experience in a field related to the student’s own study interests. During the experience they will be encouraged to document and reflect upon the experience. In the context of this course, this elective does not integrate directly with the other subjects, but contributes to the student’s conceptual understanding of what it means to be a professional jazz musician. This subject develops knowledge and skills in individual ways relative to the individual project. Each one will be formally documented with projected learning outcomes and methods of assessment agreed between student and mentor.
Learning Outcomes:
The learning outcomes will vary for each project, and the supervisor will reach an agreement with the student as to the learning outcomes which will be expected of the project. At the very least, it would be realistic to expect that students might be able to:
Weekly schedule:
The weekly expectations of individual students will vary with the project, and the supervisor and student will design a program of meetings and supervision tailored to the individual project. You will be allocated 4 hours of consultation time with your supervisor.
Assessment:
Assessment for each individual project will be determined by the supervisor and student in consultation when the project is designed. It is expected that there will be a written or lasting (e.g. recording, manuscript) outcome for assessment, and also a practical element. Whatever the experience, it should be documented in a professional development journal which reflects on the experience. The ratio of allocated assessment figures will depend on the individual project.
Subject Name: Self-Directed Study 2
Subject Code: 33252
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: Self-Directed Study 1
Modes: As appropriate to the project.
Delivery / Contact hrs: Supervision as required by the individual project, which is taken over 13 weeks
Subject Coordinator: Melissa Western
Teaching Staff: As appropriate to the project
Subject Rationale:
To prepare students as professional musicians, it is important that they have flexibility to pursue a professional project of their own choosing, under supervision and mentoring by JMI staff, selected as appropriate for the particular project. The Self-directed Study project will build professional experience in a field related to the student’s own study interests. During the experience they will be encouraged to document and reflect upon the experience. In the context of this course, this elective does not integrate directly with the other subjects, but contributes to the student’s conceptual understanding of what it means to be a professional jazz musician. This subject develops knowledge and skills in individual ways relative to the individual project. Each one will be formally documented with projected learning outcomes and methods of assessment agreed between student and mentor.
Learning Outcomes:
The learning outcomes will vary for each project, and the supervisor will reach an agreement with the student as to the learning outcomes which will be expected of the project. At the very least, it would be realistic to expect that students might be able to:
Weekly schedule:
The weekly expectations of individual students will vary with the project, and the supervisor and student will design a program of meetings and supervision tailored to the individual project. You will be allocated 4 hours of consultation time with your supervisor.
Assessment:
Assessment for each individual project will be determined by the supervisor and student in consultation when the project is designed. It is expected that there will be a written or lasting (e.g. recording, manuscript) outcome for assessment, and also a practical element. Whatever the experience, it should be documented in a professional development journal which reflects on the experience. The ratio of allocated assessment figures will depend on the individual project.
Subject Name: Jazz Research Study 1
Subject Code: 33253
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: Investigating Jazz
Modes: Full Time. On campus only
Delivery / Contact hrs: 2 Hour class per week for 13weeks
Subject Coordinator: Dan Quigley
Teaching Staff: Melissa Western
Subject Rationale:
Research develops the knowledge base for the jazz musician, and in various ways builds their conceptual understanding of elements which contribute to and affect their performance. In the context of this course, this elective does not integrate directly with the other subjects, but contributes to the student’s conceptual understanding of jazz and their capacity for scholarly outcomes. In this elective, students will learn to apply research skills which will assist them in their preparation for Jazz in Context, Jazz Materials, and prepare them for future study. This subject develops the study and practice of musical scholarship, through application of research skills in a mentored project undertaken by students who wish to extend themselves in a scholarly manner. It will pay particular attention to the research process as it relates to the student’s chosen project.
Learning Outcomes:
Through class discussion, critical reading, and the completion of an approved individual project, students will learn to demonstrate:
Weekly Topics
Assessment:
Assessment Item | Topic/s | Learning Outcomes assessed (LO) | Week Content Delivered | Due | Weighting |
CLASS CONTRIBUTIONS participation in discussion | As set | 1,2,3 | 1-10 | ongoing | 10% |
CLASS DISCUSSION | The research process | 1,2,3 | 1-4 | Week 6 | 10% |
PRESENTATION individual presentation of own research | Own research project | 1,2,3 | 1-13 | IN ASSESSMENT WKS | 40% |
Subject Name: Jazz Research Study 2
Subject Code: 33254
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: Jazz Research Study 1
Modes: Full Time. On campus only
Delivery / Contact hrs: 2 Hour class per week for 13weeks
Subject Coordinator: Dan Quigley
Teaching Staff: Melissa Western
Subject Rationale:
Research develops the knowledge base for the jazz musician, and in various ways builds their conceptual understanding of elements which contribute to and affect their performance. In the context of this course, this elective is not integrated directly with the other subjects, but contributes to the student’s conceptual understanding of jazz and scholarly development. In this elective, students will continue to develop research skills which will assist them in their preparation for further study. This subject develops an understanding of the relationship between scholarship and the research process. Through the study of methodology and research techniques, students will be equipped to design and engage in a mentored research project which will result in a conference presentation.
Learning Outcomes:
Through class discussion, critical reading, and the completion of an approved individual project, students will learn to demonstrate:
Weekly Topics
Assessment:
Assessment Item | Topic/s | Learning Outcomes assessed (LO) | Week Content Delivered | Due | Weighting |
CLASS CONTRIBUTIONS participation in discussion | As set | 1,2,3 | 1-10 | ongoing | 10% |
Written presentation of the research | Project | 1,2,3 | 1-10 | Week 11/12 | 40% |
ORAL CONFERENCE PRESENTATION individual presentation of own research | Own research project | 1,2,3,4 | 1-13 | Week 11 or 12, as designated | 50% |
Subject Name: Performance Project Study 1
Subject Code: 33255
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: Nil
Modes: As appropriate to the project with a weekly one hour masterclass for 13 weeks
Delivery / Contact hrs: As appropriate to the project with a weekly one hour masterclass for 13 weeks
Subject Coordinator: Dan Quigley
Teaching Staff: As appropriate to the project
Subject Rationale:
To prepare students as professional musicians, it is important that they have flexibility to pursue a professional project of their own choosing, under supervision and mentoring by JMI staff, selected as appropriate for the particular project. The Performance Project Study project will build professional experience in a field related to the student’s own study interests. During the experience they will be encouraged to document and reflect upon the experience. In the context of this course, this elective does not integrate directly with the other subjects, but contributes to the student’s conceptual understanding of what it means to be a professional jazz musician. This subject develops knowledge and skills in individual ways relative to the individual project. Each one will be formally documented with projected learning outcomes and methods of assessment agreed between student and mentor.
Learning Outcomes:
The learning outcomes will vary for each project, and the supervisor will reach an agreement with the student as to the learning outcomes which will be expected of the project. At the very least, it would be realistic to expect that students might be able to:
Weekly schedule:
The weekly one hour class will be spent workshopping and discussing the progression of each individual student’s project. Class time will be spent discussing the project concept, venues, instrumentation, repertoire, arrangements, charts etc. Each student will be graded on their preparedness for class and the level to which they engage in class discussion.
Assessment:
Assessment Item | Topic/s | Learning Outcomes assessed (LO) | Week Content Delivered | Due | Weighting |
1. Practical Performance:20 mins | Performance to be organized outside of JMI | 1,2,3 | 1-12 | Week13 | 20% |
2. Project proposal:500 word proposal outlining objectives | Detailed proposal of performance | Week 416/8/13 5pm | 10% | ||
3.Written Assignments:2000 word reflective essay | Reflective essay | 1,2,3 | 1-12 | End of study week1/11/13 5pm | 50% |
4. Recording of performance | Video or audio documentation of performance | 1,2,3 | 1-12 | End of study week1/11/13 5pm | 10% |
5. Weekly attendance and class contribution | Contribution to class discussions | 1,2,3 | 1-13 | 10% |
Subject Name: Performance Project Study 2
Subject Code: 33256
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: Performance Project Study 1
Modes: As appropriate to the project with a weekly one hour masterclass for 13 weeks
Delivery / Contact hrs: As appropriate to the project with a weekly one hour masterclass for 13 weeks
Subject Coordinator: Dan Quigley
Teaching Staff: As appropriate to the project
Subject Rationale:
To prepare students as professional musicians, it is important that they have flexibility to pursue a professional project of their own choosing, under supervision and mentoring by JMI staff, selected as appropriate for the particular project. The Performance Project Study project will build professional experience in a field related to the student’s own study interests. During the experience they will be encouraged to document and reflect upon the experience. In the context of this course, this elective does not integrate directly with the other subjects, but contributes to the student’s conceptual understanding of what it means to be a professional jazz musician. This subject develops knowledge and skills in individual ways relative to the individual project. Each one will be formally documented with projected learning outcomes and methods of assessment agreed between student and mentor.
Learning Outcomes:
The learning outcomes will vary for each project, and the supervisor will reach an agreement with the student as to the learning outcomes which will be expected of the project. At the very least, it would be realistic to expect that students might be able to:
Weekly schedule:
The weekly one hour class will be spent workshopping and discussing the progression of each individual student’s project. Class time will be spent discussing the project concept, venues, instrumentation, repertoire, arrangements, charts etc. Each student will be graded on their preparedness for class and the level to which they engage in class discussion.
Assessment:
Assessment Item | Topic/s | Learning Outcomes assessed (LO) | Week Content Delivered | Due | Weighting |
1. Practical Performance:20 mins | Performance to be organized outside of JMI | 1,2,3 | 1-12 | Week13 | 20% |
2. Project proposal:500 word proposal outlining objectives | Detailed proposal of performance | Week 416/8/13 5pm | 10% | ||
3.Written Assignments:2000 word reflective essay | Reflective essay | 1,2,3 | 1-12 | End of study week1/11/13 5pm | 50% |
4. Recording of performance | Video or audio documentation of performance | 1,2,3 | 1-12 | End of study week1/11/13 5pm | 10% |
5. Weekly attendance and class contribution | Contribution to class discussions | 1,2,3 | 1-13 | 10% |
Subject Name: Self-Directed Study 3
Subject Code: 33261
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: Self-Directed Study 2
Modes: As appropriate to the project.
Delivery / Contact hrs: Supervision as required by the individual project, which is taken over 13 weeks
Subject Coordinator: Melissa Western
Teaching Staff: As appropriate to the project
Subject Rationale:
To prepare students as professional musicians, it is important that they have flexibility to pursue a professional project of their own choosing, under supervision and mentoring by JMI staff, selected as appropriate for the particular project. The Self-directed Study project will build professional experience in a field related to the student’s own study interests. During the experience they will be encouraged to document and reflect upon the experience. In the context of this course, this elective does not integrate directly with the other subjects, but contributes to the student’s conceptual understanding of what it means to be a professional jazz musician. This subject develops knowledge and skills in individual ways relative to the individual project. Each one will be formally documented with projected learning outcomes and methods of assessment agreed between student and mentor.
Learning Outcomes:
The learning outcomes will vary for each project, and the supervisor will reach an agreement with the student as to the learning outcomes which will be expected of the project. At the very least, it would be realistic to expect that students might be able to:
Weekly schedule:
The weekly expectations of individual students will vary with the project, and the supervisor and student will design a program of meetings and supervision tailored to the individual project. You will be allocated 4 hours of consultation time with your supervisor.
Assessment:
Assessment for each individual project will be determined by the supervisor and student in consultation when the project is designed. It is expected that there will be a written or lasting (e.g. recording, manuscript) outcome for assessment, and also a practical element. Whatever the experience, it should be documented in a professional development journal which reflects on the experience. The ratio of allocated assessment figures will depend on the individual project.
Subject Name: Self-Directed Study 4
Subject Code: 33262
Credit Points: 5
Award(s): Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance
Core / Elective: Elective
Pre / co-requisites: Self-Directed Study 3
Modes: As appropriate to the project.
Delivery / Contact hrs: Supervision as required by the individual project, which is taken over 13 weeks
Subject Coordinator: Melissa Western
Teaching Staff: As appropriate to the project
Subject Rationale:
To prepare students as professional musicians, it is important that they have flexibility to pursue a professional project of their own choosing, under supervision and mentoring by JMI staff, selected as appropriate for the particular project. The Self-directed Study project will build professional experience in a field related to the student’s own study interests. During the experience they will be encouraged to document and reflect upon the experience. In the context of this course, this elective does not integrate directly with the other subjects, but contributes to the student’s conceptual understanding of what it means to be a professional jazz musician. This subject develops knowledge and skills in individual ways relative to the individual project. Each one will be formally documented with projected learning outcomes and methods of assessment agreed between student and mentor.
Learning Outcomes:
The learning outcomes will vary for each project, and the supervisor will reach an agreement with the student as to the learning outcomes which will be expected of the project. At the very least, it would be realistic to expect that students might be able to:
Weekly schedule:
The weekly expectations of individual students will vary with the project, and the supervisor and student will design a program of meetings and supervision tailored to the individual project. You will be allocated 4 hours of consultation time with your supervisor.
Assessment:
Assessment for each individual project will be determined by the supervisor and student in consultation when the project is designed. It is expected that there will be a written or lasting (e.g. recording, manuscript) outcome for assessment, and also a practical element. Whatever the experience, it should be documented in a professional development journal which reflects on the experience. The ratio of allocated assessment figures will depend on the individual project.