Music Writing, Markets and Future TrendsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

The student
• can write music and lyrics both individually and in small groups, according to given assignments and independently
• works professionally and creatively in different popular music styles
• analytically listens to and studies their own and others' music, as well as professional texts in the field, and can apply the acquired knowledge to their own music-making
• can identify various musical trends, describe the practices of the music industry, and utilise their findings in their artistic and professional activities and career planning
• can proactively participate in a group, discuss, and provide constructive feedback on the work of other group members
• sets goals for their own and their group's activities and ensures they are met as agreed
• is able to communicate about their music-making fluently, both verbally, in writing, through recordings, and in performances
• can prepare high-quality demo recordings of their music.

Content

• Seminar work and completing exercises individually and in small groups
• Formal structures, melody, harmony, and rhythm in Western popular music
• Writing music and lyrics independently and from assignments
• Studying professional and research texts
• Exploring the operational environments of music markets and related publications
• Preparing presentations, summaries, and demo recordings
• Public performance of their own music

Qualifications

The student
• can write music and lyrics both according to given assignments and independently
• can write lyrics in their native language and one foreign language
• can distinguish the professional and artistic characteristics of different popular music styles
• can listen to and study their own and others' music and texts analytically and apply the acquired knowledge to their own music-making
• communicates about their music-making fluently, both verbally, in writing, and through recordings
• can prepare high-quality demo recordings of their music.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student
• is able to write music and lyrics both individually and in small groups, according to given assignments and independently
• can write music and lyrics in different popular music styles
• can study analytically their own and others' music, as well as professional texts in the field, and apply the acquired knowledge to their own music-making
• can identify various musical trends, describe the practices of the music industry, and utilise their findings in their artistic and professional activities
• works in a goal-oriented manner according to given assignments and schedules
• can work as an active member of a group towards a common goal and provide constructive feedback on the work of other group members
• presents and argues their own work to the group as agreed, can receive feedback, and reflect on their own work.