TUT Baccalaureus Technologiae BTech in Music

BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE: MUSIC

Qualification code: BTMU05 – NQF Level 7

Important notification to new applicants:

Students who intend to enrol for this qualification should take note that no new applications will be accepted as from 2020. Potential students are advised to consult the University’s website for possible new qualifications which are aligned with the newly-implemented Higher Education Qualification Sub-Framework.

REMARKS

a.Admission requirement(s):

A National Diploma: Music or a relevant qualification, with an average of at least 60% in the final year of the National Diploma.

b.Selection criteria:

Submission of an acceptable letter of intent or subject to a formal selection.

c.Minimum duration:

One year.

d.Presentation:Day classes.

e.Intake for the qualification:January only.

f.Exclusion and readmission:

See Chapter 2 of Students’ Rules and Regulations.

g.Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), equivalence and status:

See Chapter 30 of Students’ Rules and Regulations.

h.Subject credits:

Subject credits are shown in brackets after each subject.

CURRICULUM

SUBJECT INFORMATION (OVERVIEW OF SYLLABUS)

The syllabus content is subject to change to accommodate industry changes. Please note that a more detailed syllabus is available at the department or in the study guide that is applicable to a particular subject. On 01 September 2017, the syllabus content was defined as follows:

A

ADVANCED IMPROVISATION IVA (AIM40AT)PRACTICAL EVALUATION

(Subject custodian: Department of Performing Arts)

Study of application of synthetic scales to improvisation. Study of stylistic cliché s common to different periods in music. Practical application of the Dave Liebman colour modification concept. (Total tuition time: ± 18 hours)

ADVANCED IMPROVISATION IVB (AIM40BT)PRACTICAL EVALUATION

(Subject custodian: Department of Performing Arts)

Continuation and extension of work covered in AIM40AT. Study of application of synthetic scales to improvisa- tion. Study of stylistic clichés common to different periods in music. Practical application of the Dave Liebman colour modification concept. (Total tuition time: ± 18 hours)

B

Arranging techniques for large ensembles in the jazz style. Attention is given to melody, backgrounds, wood- wind doubling and mutes. (Total tuition time: ± 18 hours)

Arranging techniques for large ensembles in commercial styles. Scoring for strings. (Total tuition time: ± 18 hours)

D

The advantages and characteristics of analogue and digital technologies are discussed. Common digital formats: DAT, mini-disc and hard-disc. Computer-based digital audio workstations. Alesis ADAT, Tascam and Fostex formats. Hardware- and software-based systems. Virtual effects racks. Practical aspects of studio work: set-up, maintenance and record-keeping. (Total tuition time: ± 18 hours)

Advanced practical elements of work in a digital studio. Recording, mixing and mastering a CD project as a group is the final project for this subject. (Total tuition time: ± 18 hours)

E

A variety of mixed instrumentation and vocal ensembles. The teaching and application of specific performing skills are emphasised. (Total tuition time: ± 72 hours)

A variety of mixed instrumentation and vocal ensembles. The teaching and application of specific performing skills are emphasised. The student is evaluated by way of a public recital (40 minutes). (Total tuition time:

± 72 hours)

F

The psychology, history and theory of film as a communication medium, the mechanics of film scoring (includ- ing synchronisation techniques) and the analysis of existing film scores. The semiotics of film. Students are expected to write music for selected film sequences. Assessment through a research project. (Total tuition time: ± 18 hours)

Practical work in film scoring. Students are expected to write and perform music for selected film sequences. (Total tuition time: ± 18 hours)

I

INSTRUMENT IVA (ISM40AT)PRACTICAL EVALUATION

(Subject custodian: Department of Performing Arts)

Individual instruction to provide the student with guidance in developing performance skills required from a professional musician. Instruction is provided in any one of the following instruments: piano, guitar, bass guitar, drums, trumpet, saxophone, trombone and voice. (Total tuition time: ± 9 hours)

Individual instruction to provide the student with guidance in developing performance skills required from a professional musician. Instruction is provided in any one of the following instruments: piano, guitar, bass guitar, drums, trumpet, saxophone, trombone and voice. The student’s final evaluation takes place in the form of a technical test. (Total tuition time: ± 9 hours)

L

Assessment of this subject is based on an appraisal of the student’s ability to organise and execute a live performance of pieces chosen especially for the semester concert. This involves rehearsal, poster and pro- gramme details, sound checks, etc. (Total tuition time: ± 18 hours)

P

The history and development of production techniques. Equalisation and effects processing. Analysis of re- cordings. Practical work in ear training for the studio. Mastering, media and applications. (Total tuition time:

± 18 hours)

Recording, mixing, and mastering in stereo and surround. Assessment for the subject is based on the produc- tion of a recorded project of original material. (Total tuition time: ± 18 hours)

S

This subject involves the use of techniques that enable a composer to write transposed arrangements for small groups without a score. Various styles of writing are analysed according to formal criteria (backgrounds, voicings, interludes, introductions, modulations, texture, etc.). (Total tuition time: ± 18 hours)

Continuation of Song Writing III. Students arrange and produce a recording of an original composition in the studio. (Total tuition time: ± 18 hours)

(Subject custodian: Department of Performing Arts)

The performance of Instrument III pieces in the studio. The student becomes familiar with performing deman- ding music under recording conditions. The use of drop-ins, overdubs, microphone technique, balance levels, etc. The examination consists of an assessment of the finished recorded or mixed product. (Total tuition time:

± 18 hours)