- Year of study: 2 semesters, autumn and spring
- Final assessment: Assessment from the course coordinator
- Language of instruction: Norwegian or English
- Prerequisites: Audition for students other than jazz vocal students.
Course description
The course provides practical experience in singing in a rhythmic vocal ensemble
ECTS are given for repeated participation in the course (JAZZENS21, JAZZENS22)
Participation is a mandatory requirement in the main instrument, jazz vocals, for students in the first department of KAUTIJ
Course Coordinator: Jazz, Improvised Music and Traditional Nordic Folk Music Department.
Learning objectives
Upon completion of the course, students are expected to
- have an understanding of the various musical means and vocal techniques in an a cappella vocal ensemble within rhythmic/improvised music
- be able to participate actively in this kind of ensemble, and use various musical means
- be able to produce arrangements and musical solutions collectively and aurally based, in addition to working with scores
- have relevant concert practice in this type of ensemble
Overview
Participants in the course will work with a varied repertoire, from different styles within the genres jazz, pop and rock, to composed contemporary music. Compositions, arrangements and ideas from the students themselves will in the highest degree possible be a part of the repertoire. Improvisation, collective and as a soloist, as well as aural-based work processes, will be emphasized. Students will actively participate in shaping the musical expression.
Structure
The course is taught for 90 minutes per week in 22 weeks. Some of the classes can be converted to larger block lessons or projects. The course instructor prepares a plan of the repertoire, rehearsal times, instructor(s), concerts and other projects (eg. studio recordings) in collaboration with the students each semester.
Course requirements
Participation is mandatory in lessons, concerts and recordings (if applicable).
Final assessment
The course requirements must be approved for the student to receive a final assessment.The student is assessed in relation to the course's learning objectives. Final assessment is made by two internal examiners, one of whom is normally the course's coordinator. Final assessment is expressed as pass/fail.
New assessment
Students failing the course will have to apply to re-follow the course for a new assessment. Students may only re-follow the course if there are available places.