Course Modules

You will be introduced to issues of instrumental pedagogy, ranging from the simple and readable to the complex and specialised, with a particular focus on working with young learners. The imaginative communication of ideas and the appropriateness of different teaching […]

This module introduces you to key skills in examining repertoire drawn from succeeding periods of transatlantic Musical Theatre history, supporting an examination of musical structure with a parallel focus on developments in dance and drama within the genre. Awareness of

You will take part in workshop/masterclass-style sessions, which explore the ‘self’ in performance. Focus points will include discussion around developing an individual identity, exploring useful modes of self-reflection, and navigating the types of challenges which might be encountered when self-recording,

This module will introduce, reintroduce and familiarise you with a range of music theories (traditional, jazz, rock) and aspects of musical structure and notation. Alongside this, you will present and discuss your work, both individually and in groups, enhancing skills

You will develop your knowledge of a variety of repertoire in the three main languages being studied, with weekly lectures in French, Italian and German. You will be exposed to essential language skills and pronunciation for song and opera, and

You will explore key figures in jazz history, from the 1920s through to more contemporary composers in the jazz tradition. This module will introduce you to the basic aspects of jazz theory with a view towards developing improvisation, composition and

This module develops your basic performance and communication skills and your sense of performance context. You will develop your repertoire, your understanding of style and your skills in preparing for an audition or performance. You will take part in group

You will be introduced to a range of strategies designed to offer support to the emerging arts practitioner, including models of successful self-development. This module will help you develop self-awareness in your strengths and weaknesses, and will include workshops on

You will explore a musical style in your practical work and build confidence in your approach to chamber music and other relevant ensemble styles. You will learn to work as a team in presenting and preparing a performance under the

You will work one-on-one with a vocal or instrumental specialist to assess your current repertoire and begin an exploration of new work. This module provides an overview of skills particular to your individual vocal or instrumental style, and you will explore