Description
Introduction:
This Leaving Cert Music Technology Crash Course is designed to equip Higher Level music students with the essential knowledge and skills to confidently approach the 25% Music Technology elective in their exams.
Course Structure:
Duration: This is a three-day intensive course. Two sessions are offered:
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July 16th, 17th, 18th
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July 30th, 31st + August 1st
- Sessions will run from 1 pm to 2:30 pm.
Course Objectives:
- Understand the role and function of Music Technology in contemporary music creation.
- Gain practical experience with music software for score input, editing, and playback.
- Develop the ability to describe, plan, and execute edits to a four-part musical score.
- Become familiar with the Leaving Cert Music Technology exam format and marking scheme.
- Develop strategies for effectively completing the Music Technology core activity within the allocated exam time.
Course Content:
- Introduction to music notation software (Musescore).
- Score input: Entering notes, rests, clefs, time signatures, articulation, dynamics, etc.
- Editing techniques: Transposition, tempo adjustment, etc.
- Exam Techniques: Analysing the question, using clear terminology, time management strategies.
- Practical exercises for applying the learned skills to sample scores.
Benefits:
- Increased confidence in tackling the Music Technology elective.
- Development of valuable music production skills.
- Improved understanding of music notation software.
- Enhanced exam performance potential.
Venue:
- Dublin School of Music Terenure
