Professional context II (MUK602K)

Content

The course provides students with the tools and knowledge to build their artistic identity and expertise in their field of study. Depending on the specialisation, the course may contain both practical (performing/creative) and theoretical components. The course supports the master's project by providing practical insight and impulses for your own artistic development.

The practical components can take place in collaboration with external and internal ensembles and organisations. Relevant partners here are, for example, Stavanger Symphony Orchestra (SSO), Stavanger Concert Hall, Stavanger Jazz Forum, MaiJazz, TOU, RIMI/IMIR SceneKunst, Regional Arena for Contemporary Dance (RAS), DansiS, KRA-Kunst, Rom, Arbeid, STAR, Sandnes kulturhus, Vestnorsk jazzsenter, Opera Rogaland, Sandnes Symphony Orchestra, Elefantteateret, Norsk Jazzforum, Komponistforeningen, nyMusikks komponistgruppe (NMK), Forsvarets Musikk. Internal and external masterclasses and counselling of visiting artists may also be included in the course.

The course is offered in four programmes: dance, jazz/improvisation, classical and conducting.

Classical:

The course supports the master's project by contributing to the further development of the student's artistic expressiveness, craftsmanship and communication skills through different types of interaction. The course consists of rehearsing a wide selection of chamber music/ensemble/orchestral/opera/song literature from key instrumental and genre eras, conducting literature studies with a view to suitable and varied repertoire for different ensembles and different audiences, and familiarising oneself with the tonal, technical and playing characteristics of the various instruments in the ensemble(s).

The course will provide the student with relevant knowledge and skills aimed at future professional tasks in performing or teaching. Through the course's study units, students will

- further develop performing instrumental and ensemble skills and expressiveness in different contexts

- acquire methods and working methods that promote their own professional development even after completing the programme

- acquire working methods that are relevant and skill-enhancing, particularly in relation to mastering auditions/singing and service as an orchestral musician, opera singer or district musician.

- Annual plans will be drawn up for major projects and activities at the faculty. Ensemble practice will take place under the auspices of the faculty and/or in collaboration with the faculty's partners. The projects will require different instrumentation, and will thus be different for each student. The specific content for each student will be determined in consultation with the student's supervisory team.

Examples of themes/projects are:

- Chamber music: includes rehearsal and repertoire knowledge, concert practice and instrument knowledge. For singers and their collaborators, work on text interpretation and language will be included.

- Ensemble practice/orchestral playing: includes studies of historical and contemporary orchestral repertoire, individually and in groups, and work in a symphony orchestra, in a symphony orchestra or string/wind orchestra. The student acquires basic knowledge of the orchestra as a sound medium, its modes of operation, historical conditions and development.

- Opera: Students participate as soloists in opera productions and other events organised by Opera Rogaland and/or the faculty. The programme also includes acting training and relevant language courses that are taught on a project basis.

Learning outcome

A candidate who has completed and passed the course will have acquired knowledge, skills and general competences that enable them to:

Knowledge

- have broad knowledge within their field of expertise.

Skills

- realise and communicate their artistic intentions with a distinctive personal expression.

- be able to work independently with methods and techniques relevant to the subject area and with a greater degree of maturity compared to Professional Context I.

General competence

- be able to work with a high degree of professionalism in the field.

Required prerequisite knowledge

Completed Bachelor's Degree in music performance or dance (minimum 180 ECTS). At least 90 ECTS of the Bachelor programme must consist of music or dance performance subjects.

Passed entrance examination in main discipline study.

Language requirements in English must be passed in accordance with UiS's regulations.

Exam

Coursework requirements

- Approved attendance and participation in teaching activities are determined in consultation between the student and the supervisory team at the beginning of the academic year and are otherwise in accordance with the regulations on attendance requirements at the Faculty of Performing Arts (UK).

- Approved presentations/artistic work samples. The main supervisor will make an individual overall assessment of the student's efforts and academic level throughout the course.

Course teacher(s)

Study Adviser:

Course coordinator:

Study Adviser:

Method of work

Forms of work vary according to the specialisation (dance art, jazz/improvisation, classical, conducting) and include practical and theoretical group teaching and supervision, including group exercises, seminars, master classes, independent work, etc. The course can be carried out in collaboration with established ensembles and overarching projects at UK. Students must relate to information posted on Canvas. Completed teaching activities are logged and approved in Canvas.

Teaching languages

Scandinavian languages, English

Literature