Rhythm & Blues Workshop and Ensemble (5 cr)

Objective

The student knows how to function as a member of an ensemble. The student knows various styles of rhythm & blues and can delineate their role in an ensemble both as soloist and accompanist. The student can play/sing essential repertoire of different eras rhythm & blues from memory. The student is capable of taking on responsibilities related to working in an ensemble. The student develops interaction skills and can reflect on their own work and that of others, as well as express themselves both orally and in writing. The student is able to write and read music notation and knows the basics of rhythm & blues improvisation.

Content

- Essential rhythm & blues repertoire
- Ensemble training
- Professional rehearsal techniques
- Performance

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

To pass the course, the student:
- is able to rehearse independently and under supervision
- has learned the course repertoire to a satisfactory level (for example, is able to perform from memory if needed)
- is able to play their instrument and perform the repertoire idiomatically
- is able to communicate with both the ensemble and the audience
- understands their role in an ensemble and can communicate their own musical ideas.

Qualifications

Completion of basic education in music or equivalent skills and knowledge.