Nordic Repertoire

Teacher: various teachers, cross departmental

The course is intended to give the student a historical and stylistic overview of Danish and Nordic music and cultural life, including developments in other art forms.

PREREQUISITES

Basic/general knowledge of the genres and epochs of classical music is an advantage for the learning outcome. The course is especially suited for overseas students and others with an expected, limited knowledge of Danish music history.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the conclusion of the subject, the student is expected to:

• Possess a basic knowledge of the development of music in Denmark and the other Nordic countries, including key composers and their works, as well as insight into the cultural history of the times
• Possess broad knowledge and stylistic understanding of Danish and Nordic repertoire and the studied works, and be able to independently seek relevant new knowledge about repertoire and artistic practice in the Nordic countries
• Be able to communicate and discuss both technical music issues and broader cultural issues with various audiences, including peers and non-specialists

CONTENTS

The teaching covers the history of Danish and Nordic music from the 17th century onwards, with the emphasis on the past 200 years. The focus is on representative works of the major genres, and on the forms used by the most important composers of the various periods. The works are examined stylistically, biographically and analytically, on the basis of an overall cultural perspective. During the course, the student rehearses a number of works on his or her instrument from within the Danish and Nordic repertoire.

TEACHING AND WORKING METHODS

Not available online.

Lectures and group lessons.

Possible project tuition

Possible rehearsal of repertoire

GROUP FORMATION

10 – 15 students. Room for 3 external participants.

ASSESSMENT

The course is a so-called ‘certificate course’. To obtain a certificate, 80% attendance and active participation in the rehearsal of Danish and Nordic works is required. If no certificate is obtained, a written home assignment of 5-10 standard pages is handed in.

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