Notation and Transcription (5 ECTS)

Learning outcomes

The student
• can study and reproduce others' music by creating transcriptions and can define the importance of quality music notation in conveying musical information
• learns the basic use of notational software
• can prepare practice and performance scores of their own music for small ensemble instruments
• can work in a goal-oriented manner as an active member of a group and provide constructive feedback on the work of other group members.

Content

• Basic use of notation software and preparing musical scores
• Studying the elements of music through transcriptions

Prerequisites

Degree according to the extended syllabus level of basic education in music in Finland or equivalent skills and knowledge.

Teaching methods

Small group tutorial
Interactive lecture
Assignments
Contact teaching

Location and time

Tuition on Wednesdays at 14:45–17:00, room AS223, starting from 3 September. The schedule is to be confirmed at the start of the semester. Last day of tuition 12 December.
Teacher in charge: Jere Laukkanen

Learning materials and recommended literature

<https://www.jerelaukkanen.com/materials/notaationperusteet/>

Alternative completion methods of implementation

To be agreed individually with the teacher.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

No exam. The required competences are primarily demonstrated with learning assignments, secondarily in a manner agreed with the teacher.

Student workload

Tuition on Wednesdays at 14:45–17:00, room AS223, starting from 3 September. The schedule is to be confirmed at the start of the semester. Last day of tuition 12 December.
Teacher in charge: Jere Laukkanen

Content scheduling

Tuition on Wednesdays at 14:45–17:00, room AS223, starting from 3 September. The schedule is to be confirmed at the start of the semester. Last day of tuition 12 December.
Teacher in charge: Jere Laukkanen

Further information for students

Tuition on Wednesdays at 14:45–17:00, room AS223, starting from 3 September. The schedule is to be confirmed at the start of the semester. Last day of tuition 12 December.
Teacher in charge: Jere Laukkanen

Assessment methods and criteria

Continuous assessment
Peer evaluation
Attendance
Learning assignment
(total 100%)

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student
• can study and reproduce others' music by creating transcriptions and can define the importance of quality music notation in conveying musical information
• knows how to use notation software at a basic level
• can work according to given assignments and schedules
• can work as an active member of a group and provide constructive feedback on the work of other group members.