Study Guide

Objectives (course unit)

The objective of the course is to provide a general understanding of digital tools and online environments used in higher education, as well as to guide students to the appropriate services for acquiring additional information.

After completing the course, the student knows
• basics of data storaging and appropriate use
• office software available (MS Office)
• basic use of Pakki and Moodle environments
• how to get support for digital issues at TAMK

Content (course unit)

• TAMK Intra
• Pakki study register
• Moodle learning environment
• Email: Application (Outlook) and webmail: outlook.com/tuni.fi
Electronic calendar
• Office 365: Word, PowerPoint, Excel (desktop and online)
• Teams and Zoom
• Information security, data protection, GDPR
• Artificial intelligence - support intelligence

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Passed: The student has sufficient skills with digital tools so that progress in studies is successful.

Rejected: The student does not have sufficient skills with digital tools to progress successfully in the studies.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The course focuses on developing various workplace communication skills in English.

After completing the course, the student
- knows how to effectively communicate in English in professional situations
- masters the relevant professional terminology in the field of music
- can write professional documents related to the field of music
- can search and interpret professional knowledge from various sources in English
- can assess, maintain, and develop their own language and study skills

Content (course unit)

- Authentic professional texts, music terminology
- Different jobs in the field of music
- Telling about one’s own education and objectives
- Describing productions and pieces in the field of music
- Different communication situations: e.g. teaching an instrument and musical theatre
- Formal letter, email, and CV
- Competition and scholarship applications

Prerequisites (course unit)

Starting level: Upper secondary school English courses or skill level B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference. Do the starting skill level test in English and if necessary, complete a preparatory course before the start of the course.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student
- can give a simple and understandable presentation utilising aids
- can tell briefly about their own instrument
- manages simple conversations on professional topics
- usually reacts in some way to what's being said to them
- is somewhat conscious of the stylistic requirements of various types of text
- can produce mostly understandable writing
- understands the main points of a normally paced conversation about a familiar topic, when the message is repeated if needed
- can pronounce in a way that is mostly understandable
- can find the information they are looking for in texts that discuss familiar topics
- uses the basic professional vocabulary so that the essential message is communicated
- uses basic grammatical structures

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student
- can prepare and give a brief but clear presentation on a professional topic
- can tell about their own instrument
- manages conversations on professional topics quite fluently
- usually reacts appropriately to what's being said to them
- usually communicates using an appropriate style in various situations
- can produce quite fluent and clear writing
- understands speakers who have various accents when the topic is familiar
- can pronounce fairly fluently and clearly
- understands the main points and most details of various texts
- can express things using other words if needed
- understands and uses the professional vocabulary fairly accurately
- uses grammatical structures mostly correctly and self-corrects their errors if they have led to misunderstandings

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student
- can give an engaging, structured presentation with the needed materials
- can tell about their own instrument fluently and in a versatile way
- manages conversations on professional topics fluently and naturally
- reacts quickly and appropriately to what's being said to them
- communicates using an appropriate style in various situations
- can produce fluent, appropriate writing with only a few errors
- understands speakers who have various accents relatively easily
- can pronounce fluently and clearly
- understands the main points and details of a demanding professional text and can adapt the information
- can express things using other words and bridges the gaps in their vocabulary in a discreet way
- understands and skilfully and accurately uses the professional terminology of their own specialisation
- uses complex grammatical structures mostly correctly

Assessment methods and criteria

The student has to be present on at least 80% of the lessons i.e. three absences are allowed including the final exam. Failure to attend enough classes may affect final grade or prevent you from sitting the final exam.

The grade is based on oral competence (presentation, video CV) and written competence (grant application, written exam). Failing to adhere to deadlines may affect your grade. Submitting homework during the course also affects your grade.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Classroom teaching, group and pair work, online learning on Moodle.

This course is taught in English (Finnish as support language if needed).

Learning materials

Materials on Moodle page.

Student workload

Contact teaching 9 x 2,25 hours = 20,25 hours
Independent work includes weekly homework, either reading or exercises.

Completion alternatives

Independent portfolio for those with proficiency and prior experience in professional English. The portfolio must be submitted by the last day of the course.

If you have a Proposal for Individual Study Arrangements, please let the teacher know at the start of the course.

If you have prior studier in higher education, you might be entitled to credit transfer. Read more: https://intra.tuni.fi/en/studying/studying-0/studying-languages#credit

International connections

International students in the course if possible.

Further information

Prerequisites
A-level upper secondary school English or equivalent skills, a passed TAMK skill level test, or a passed preparatory course.

Objectives (course unit)

The course focuses on developing various workplace communication skills in English.

After completing the course, the student
- knows how to effectively communicate in English in professional situations
- masters the relevant professional terminology in the field of music
- can write professional documents related to the field of music
- can search and interpret professional knowledge from various sources in English
- can assess, maintain, and develop their own language and study skills

Content (course unit)

- Authentic professional texts, music terminology
- Different jobs in the field of music
- Telling about one’s own education and objectives
- Describing productions and pieces in the field of music
- Different communication situations: e.g. teaching an instrument and musical theatre
- Formal letter, email, and CV
- Competition and scholarship applications

Prerequisites (course unit)

Starting level: Upper secondary school English courses or skill level B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference. Do the starting skill level test in English and if necessary, complete a preparatory course before the start of the course.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student
- can give a simple and understandable presentation utilising aids
- can tell briefly about their own instrument
- manages simple conversations on professional topics
- usually reacts in some way to what's being said to them
- is somewhat conscious of the stylistic requirements of various types of text
- can produce mostly understandable writing
- understands the main points of a normally paced conversation about a familiar topic, when the message is repeated if needed
- can pronounce in a way that is mostly understandable
- can find the information they are looking for in texts that discuss familiar topics
- uses the basic professional vocabulary so that the essential message is communicated
- uses basic grammatical structures

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student
- can prepare and give a brief but clear presentation on a professional topic
- can tell about their own instrument
- manages conversations on professional topics quite fluently
- usually reacts appropriately to what's being said to them
- usually communicates using an appropriate style in various situations
- can produce quite fluent and clear writing
- understands speakers who have various accents when the topic is familiar
- can pronounce fairly fluently and clearly
- understands the main points and most details of various texts
- can express things using other words if needed
- understands and uses the professional vocabulary fairly accurately
- uses grammatical structures mostly correctly and self-corrects their errors if they have led to misunderstandings

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student
- can give an engaging, structured presentation with the needed materials
- can tell about their own instrument fluently and in a versatile way
- manages conversations on professional topics fluently and naturally
- reacts quickly and appropriately to what's being said to them
- communicates using an appropriate style in various situations
- can produce fluent, appropriate writing with only a few errors
- understands speakers who have various accents relatively easily
- can pronounce fluently and clearly
- understands the main points and details of a demanding professional text and can adapt the information
- can express things using other words and bridges the gaps in their vocabulary in a discreet way
- understands and skilfully and accurately uses the professional terminology of their own specialisation
- uses complex grammatical structures mostly correctly

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student can operate as part of a musical theater ensemble during rehearsal and performance situations. They sing as part of a polyphonic choir and can adapt their vocal technique to meet its requirements. The student can work under guidance, as part of a group, and is receptive to instruction across various areas, applying these instructions in their work. They can integrate the substantive skills they have learned in other classes into ensemble work. The student is familiar with the stylistic features, ensemble repertoire, and conventions of musical theater.

Content (course unit)

Group/choir practice for singing
• stem practice as a group and individually
• polyphonic singing
• vocal expression in an ensemble
• integrating singing and movement
• musical theater repertoire

Further information (course unit)

Attendance: 80%

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Successful completion requires the student’s active participation in the course’s face-to-face meetings and the satisfactory completion of assigned tasks.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student is familiar with the basic structures of tonal music, the fundamental concepts of voice leading, and principles, and can apply these when writing music.

Content (course unit)

Foundations of Tonal Chord Progressions:
• Principles of chord selection and chord progression
• Principles of voice leading
• Exercises
• Music examples
• Literature

Prerequisites (course unit)

Competence corresponding to the extensive curriculum of Finnish music institute.

Further information (course unit)

Music students have priority for this course. The teacher accepts students for the course

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student is familiar with the principles of tonal voice leading and typical chord progressions, and can compose chord progressions accordingly.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student is familiar with the basic structures of tonal music, the fundamental concepts of voice leading, and principles, and can apply these when writing music.

Content (course unit)

Foundations of Tonal Chord Progressions:
• Principles of chord selection and chord progression
• Principles of voice leading
• Exercises
• Music examples
• Literature

Prerequisites (course unit)

Competence corresponding to the extensive curriculum of Finnish music institute.

Further information (course unit)

Music students have priority for this course. The teacher accepts students for the course

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student is familiar with the principles of tonal voice leading and typical chord progressions, and can compose chord progressions accordingly.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students learn the basics of improvisation and are able to play music without note sheets by taking advantage of theory and practise of improvisation.

Content (course unit)

- playing a prima vista
- familiarization with various materials and analysis of them
- improvisation exercises

Assessment methods and criteria

Students learn the basics of improvisation and are able to play music without note sheets by taking advantage of theory and practise of improvisation.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Teaching methods

- playing a prima vista
- familiarization with various materials and analysis of them
- improvisation exercises

Objectives (course unit)

Students are familiar with various methods in group dynamics through which musical expression and creative resources are released.

Content (course unit)

- improvisation exercises
- various stylistic exercises
- using methods of drama expression and movement

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students are able to work as a member of a group in a improvisation situation as a musician or for example through dance and drama. They are able to work as a group leader and a producer of a production.

Content (course unit)

- improvisation exercises
- various stylistic exercises
- the use of movements and methods of dramatic expression
- production work

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The students technical and interpretive level of playing or singing has developed to the point where they possess skills in personal artistic expression and mastering larger musical forms. The student is capable of performing the repertoire of their own instrument in various music styles.

Content (course unit)

Versatile technical and expressice skills in the repertoire of student's instrument.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student masters the repertoire technically and artistically, expressing the distinctive features of different musical styles. The variety of sound is diverse, and they can master larger musical structures.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Objectives
Music pedagogue
Students will go more profoundly into the repertoire of musical styles and their interpretation corresponding to the level pursued, into the forms of works of music, their artistic interpretation and into their own instrumental or vocal expertise. They will also have become familiar with the chamber music repertoire.

Musical theatre:
Students has developed their skills in the field of different genres required, artistic expression and vocal technique skills. Students have a versatile knowledge of musical theatre repertoire.

Content (course unit)

Content
Music pedagogue
Wide-ranging practice in the repertoire of the student`s main instrument and more profound familiarity with styles and modes of execution. Systematic implementation of independent work.


Musical theatre:
Students have trained their (versatile) singing repertoire and its practices, genre knowledge and practical know-how. Students can execute their goals and targets independently.

Prerequisites (course unit)

Prior knowledge required.

Further information (course unit)

The Achievement of course can be organized in English.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Evaluation criteria
Satisfactory ( 1-2)
The student is capable of performing repertoire of the professional level required. Artistic and technical competence is satisfactory. Sound culture is not sufficiently diverse. Mastery of musical entities is poor.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Good(3-4)
The student has gained mastery of the programme technically and artistically and presents the charasteristic features of different styles. The student`s sound culture is fairly versatile and mastery of musical entities is good.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Excellent (5)
The student demonstrates not only excellent technical mastery but also artistic and personalexpressive power. the student`s presentation of the various different stylistic directions is particularly impressive. The student has acquired
a rich culture and is able to create controlled formal entities.

Location and time

Musical theatre:
Agreed with the teacher

Exam schedules

Musical Theatre:
Agreed with the senior lecturer of musical theatre

Assessment methods and criteria

Participation, 80%
Master classes
Concerts and examination concerts

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Musical theatre:
Agreed with the teacher. There is 26 individual lessons per academic year, duration 60min/ lesson. There is also master classes and lectures.

Learning materials

Musical theatre:
Musical theatre repertoire

Student workload

Musical theatre:
Requires commitment and regular participation to lessons and independent training. Master classes and concerts are important part of education.

Content scheduling

Musical theatre:
Season is entire except period-weeks, when there is no regular lessons.

Completion alternatives

AHOT

Practical training and working life cooperation

Musical theatre:
performing situations and concerts

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Evaluation criteria
Satisfactory ( 1-2)
The student is capable of performing repertoire of the professional level required. Artistic and technical competence is satisfactory. Sound culture is not sufficiently diverse. Mastery of musical entities is poor.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Good (3-4)
The student has gained mastery of the programme technically and artistically and presents the charasteristic features of different styles. The student`s sound culture is fairly versatile and mastery of musical entities is good.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Excellent (5)
The student demonstrates not only excellent technical mastery but also artistic and personalexpressive power. the student`s presentation of the various different stylistic directions is particularly impressive. The student has acquired
a rich culture and is able to create controlled formal entities.

Location and time

Lessons will be settled with the teachers and lessons are held at the main campus and in the pianopedagogic laboratory.
Teaching starts in september.

Exam schedules

No exam.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Teaching methods

Lessons, minimi 9x45min, own practising and rehearsing with the chamber music group. Credit of the course is 2.

Learning materials

Chamber music works from different periods.

Location and time

The lessons will be settled with the chamber music teachers. Lessons are held at Tamk main campus and in other Tamk's locations in Tampere.

Exam schedules

No exam.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Teaching methods

Lessons in chamber music, minimi 9x45min, own practising and rehearsing with the ensemble.
Credit of the course is 2.

Learning materials

Chamber music works.

Location and time

Lessons will be settled with the chamber music teachers and lessons will take place at Tamk main campus and other locations in Tampere.

Exam schedules

No exam.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Teaching methods

Participating in lessons, minimum 9x45min, practising with ensemble, preparing own parts.
Credit of the course is 2.

Learning materials

Works written for chamber music groups.

Location and time

Lessons will be settled with the chamber music teachers. Lessons will be held at Tamk main campus and other Tamk's locations in Tampere.

Exam schedules

No exam.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Teaching methods

Taking part to lessons, at least 9x45min, preparing own part and rehearsing with the ensemble.

Learning materials

Works written for chamber music groups.

Assessment scale

0-5

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students have learned the principles and basic structures of modal and tonal polyphony and they have an ability to apply that into writing music.

Content (course unit)

• 2 and 3-voice (optional) counterpoint
• exercises
• literature

Prerequisites (course unit)

Competence corresponding to the extensive curriculum of Finnish music institute.

Further information (course unit)

Music students have priority for this course. The teacher accepts students for the course.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student actively participates in the teaching. The exercises demonstrate competence of polyphonic writing. The exercises are in accordance with the given style model and do not have significant voice-leading errors

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student has basic skills for working in a choir or vocal ensemble on an advanced level. They can function as part of the choral instrument, manage and develop their own vocal technique, and follow the conductor.

Content (course unit)

• Singing as part of the practice choir in the choral conducting class or vocal ensemble.
• Performance in a concert or in an exam concert of choral conducting students´.
• Choral singing technique, choral ear training, tuning, rhythmic and harmonic cohesion in the choir or vocal ensemble

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Students works professionally and responsible in a choir or vocal ensemble.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

The student advances the skills for working in a choir or vocal ensemble on an advanced level. They can function as part of the choral instrument, manage and develop their own vocal technique, and follow the conductor.

Content (course unit)

• Singing as part of the practice choir in the choral conducting class or vocal ensemble.
• Performance in a concert or in an exam concert of choral conducting students´.
• Choral singing technique, choral ear training, tuning, rhythmic and harmonic cohesion in the choir or vocal ensemble

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Students works professionally and responsible in a choir or vocal ensemble.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Assessment scale

0-5

Prerequisites (course unit)

Music Perception, Analysis and History 2 or similar competences.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Music History
Students have gained knowledge of the fundaments of the history of art music from the romantic era up to modern time. They recognize characteristics of the various periods of times and the unities and trends formed in different eras.

Content (course unit)

Music History
Fundaments of Romanticism in music, and music of the 20th and 21st century.

Prerequisites (course unit)

Music Perception, Analysis and History 1 or similar competences.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Music History
Students have gained knowledge of the fundaments of the history of art music from the romantic era up to modern time. They recognize characteristics of the various periods of times and the unities and trends formed in different eras.

Content (course unit)

Music History
Fundaments of Romanticism in music, and music of the 20th and 21st century.

Prerequisites (course unit)

Music Perception, Analysis and History 1 or similar competences.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student is familiar with the main trends in Western classical music history and the foundations of aesthetics from the Renaissance to Classicism. They can identify stylistic features characteristic of different historical periods and grasp the overall context of musical styles. Students are capable of applying their knowledge of music history to practical work as musicians or music educators.

Content (course unit)

• Main trends in Music History from the Renaissance to Classicism

• Identifying music samples representing different historical periods

• Literature

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student masters the content of the course and is able to critically analyze historical writing. The student can compare the characteristics and stylistic features of different music historical periods and address topics from various perspectives in music history research.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

The student is responsible for the project and progresses in the following skills:
• Preparing the repertoire and planning the rehearsal/production period
• Pedagogical approach to preparing an ensemble

Content (course unit)

Operating as an artistic director in a concert production, competition period, recording, or other project related to the work of music director. The project is mentored and can be an integral part of TAMK’s production activities or a project by the student’s own ensemble.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student works responsible and professionally as an artistic director in a project.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

The student can use music technology tools effectively, ensuring their relevance in their future profession. These tools include those related to music composition, such as notation software, sequencers, and other multi-track work programs. Special attention is given to exploring the various channels for music publication.

Content (course unit)

• Notation Writing on the Computer
• Basics of Sound Recording
• Fundamentals of Sound Reinforcement
• Distribution Channels and Music Release in Music Communities
• Free Online Tools for Music Creation
Additionally, for your memo:
Website Creation?
Video Editing

Further information (course unit)

Attendance: 80%

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Successful completion requires the student’s active participation in the course’s face-to-face meetings and the satisfactory completion of assigned tasks.

Assessment scale

0-5

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

Students can act in different Learning Enviroments and Schools. They can adjust their Activities into Demands. Students can manage independetly Teaching and administrative Issues. They can also work as Musicians.

Content (course unit)

Teaching in Adult Education, Elementary Art Education, Secondary Vocational Education or in other Music Education School. They can also work in Projects. Part of this Study Modula can be working as Musician or Produser. The Curriculum will be formlated with every Student one-by-one.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student masters the basic concepts of music analysis and is able to perceive, analyze, and describe small-scale musical structures from different stylistic periods

Content (course unit)

• basic concepts of music analysis
• exersices in analyzing music from different stylistic periods of tonal music
• literature

Prerequisites (course unit)

Competence equivalent to the extensive curriculum of a music institute.

Further information (course unit)

Music degree students have priority for this course. The instructor approves students for the course.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student can identify and describe musical structures at different levels of form, abstract their analytical observations, apply music theory concepts to them, and justify their analytical solutions. The student’s presented analytical observations are mostly relevant and form a coherent whole.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student masters the basic concepts of music analysis and is able to perceive, analyze, and describe small-scale musical structures from different stylistic periods

Content (course unit)

• basic concepts of music analysis
• exersices in analyzing music from different stylistic periods of tonal music
• literature

Prerequisites (course unit)

Competence equivalent to the extensive curriculum of a music institute.

Further information (course unit)

Music degree students have priority for this course. The instructor approves students for the course.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student can identify and describe musical structures at different levels of form, abstract their analytical observations, apply music theory concepts to them, and justify their analytical solutions. The student’s presented analytical observations are mostly relevant and form a coherent whole.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student is familiar with musical theatre repertoire and the distinctive features and stylistic techniques of musical theatre singing across various genres. The student is capable of performing in public concerts. Their vocal and interpretive skills have developed to the point where they possess expertise in personal expression and the utilization of different singing techniques and styles. Additionally, their ability for systematic independent work has improved

Content (course unit)

• Familiarization with musical theatre repertoire
• Exploration of various musical theatre singing styles
• Introduction to different vocal techniques
• Implementing different techniques in personal expression
• Systematic practice of independent work

Further information (course unit)

• Participation in classes and organized master courses
• Performance in a concert during the autumn semester, with written feedback
• Performance in a concert during the spring semester, which provides verbal feedback
• Attendance rate of 80%
NOTE! The examination requirements for singing can be found separately on Moodle. Familiarize yourself with them together with your teacher!

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Accepted: The student demonstrates technical and artistic mastery of the required program level and also highlight the distinctive features of different stylistic directions. Key points include
• versatile and expressive vocal performance and interpretation.
• solid technical skills.
• competent management of musical compositions as a whole.
• demonstration of individual artistic vision.
Rejected: The student exhibits significant deficiencies in the above-mentioned areas.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

Student is acquainted with the main esthetics and historical periods of Musical Theatre. He/she/ they can recognize main characteristics and repertoire of stylistic eras. Student can applly historical knowledge to other professional substances and practical work as a musical artist.

Content (course unit)

• Main historical periods and esthetics of Musical Theatre from the 19th century.
• Listening and recognising samples of different historical eras of Musical Theatre.
• Literature

Further information (course unit)

Attendance: 80%

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Successful completion requires the student’s active participation in the course’s face-to-face meetings and the satisfactory completion of assigned tasks.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

A student recognizes their potential in relation to the working life and possesses workplace skills. They can identify their competencies and effectively present them to others. Additionally, the student is capable of independently preparing for job-seeking situations and creating a CV suitable for their field.

Content (course unit)

Simulated work situations and authentic job-seeking situations organized in collaboration with the working life, from which the student receives brief feedback

Further information (course unit)

Attendance: 80%

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Successful completion requires the student’s active participation in the course’s face-to-face meetings and the satisfactory completion of assigned tasks.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

The student has familiarized themselves with the fundamentals of acting. They are capable of functioning as a group member. Their ability for systematic independent work has developed, and they understand the demands and nature of sustained work in the field. They have an understanding of voice production and the basics of using voice as a tool for stage performance. Additionally, the student is acquainted with various acting techniques and can apply them in their own work. They are prepared for role work.

Content (course unit)

The course involves acting exercises aimed at embodiment of acting and practicing textual work. The topics covered include:
• Fundamentals of Acting
• Role Analysis
• Speech Technique

Further information (course unit)

Attendance 80%

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Passed: The student masters and applies various acting techniques in their work at the appropriate level, highlighting the distinctive features of different styles. Their expression is reasonably versatile and personal, and they demonstrate excellent control over artistic compositions.
Rejected: The student exhibits significant deficiencies in the above-mentioned areas

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

Actor´s Work:
Students strengthen their acting skills. They familiarize with methodology in textual expression and performace. They have innovation skills and learning skills.

Dance:
Students have improved their dancing technique and body control. Student can accomplish and recognize basic techniques and terminology of dance.

Content (course unit)

Actor´s Work:
- individual and group exercises
- theory and practise of dramatic expression
- creative problem solving and further development of working methods
- learning to work in projects
- learning to assess and futher develop skills and learning skills
- taking resposibility of the group´s learning and the delivery of knowledge between group members

Dance:
- dance technique
- power and flexibility exercises
- exercises that improve movement memory and coordination
- working independently, in pairs and in groups

Prerequisites (course unit)

Actor’s Work and Dance 1

Further information (course unit)

Attendance 80%
Consult your teacher if you can not participate.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Assessment criterion 1-2, satisfactory
Actor’s Work
Students can empathize and express required professional quality repertoire in a satisfactory level. Their artistic and technique management is satisfactory. Expression and artistic function is not versatile enough. Mastering large entities is adequate.

Dance
Students can perform required professional level choreography moderately. Their artistic and technique expression and body control is satisfactory. Body use in movements is not versatile enough. Technique ja expressive mastering of larger entities is adequate.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Assessment criterion 3-4, good
Actor’s work
Students know and can adapt versatile techniques in their actor’s work. Students can disclose different styles and characteristics. Their expression is moderately diverse and individual, and mastering of larger entities is good.

Dance
Students manage their body performance technically and artistically and disclose different styles and characteristics. Their body control and expression is moderately diverse, and mastering and perceiving of larger entities is good. The presence is good.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Assessment criterion 5, excellent
Actor’s Work
Students indicate wide knowledge and excellent technical skills, artistic and individual conception in the field of stage expression. They adduce different styles and characteristics particular impressive way. Students have adopted a rich and strong expressive abilities in their actor’s work. They can also create well designed artistic entireties. Students can combine physical, speech expression and actor’s work and they are able to reflect variously character’s thoughts and spirit.

Dance
Students indicate an excellent technical skills, artistic and individual conception in their body performance and movement. They adduce different styles and characteristics particular impressive way. Students have adopted rich and strong expressive abilities and they can execute challenging choreographies and entireties. The presence and the performing is strong and spontaneous. Students can provide their own material in movement.

Location and time

Check the date and time from Lukkarikone

Exam schedules

Agreed with the teacher

Assessment methods and criteria

The student has participated in the teaching 80% and achieved the objectives of the course

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Actor´s Work:
- individual and group exercises
- theory and practise of dramatic expression
- creative problem solving and further development of working methods
- learning to work in projects
- learning to assess and futher develop skills and learning skills
- taking resposibility of the group´s learning and the delivery of knowledge between group members

Learning materials

Agreed with the teacher in the beginning of the course

Student workload

Attendance 80%. Requires commitment and regular participation to lessons and independent training. Master classes are important part of education.

Content scheduling

Teaching continues steadily throughout the year, except period-weeks, when there is no regular lessons.

Completion alternatives

AHOT

International connections

International material and masterclasses (when organised)

Further information

Actors work: teacher is Sanna Majanlahti
Dance: teacher is Marikka Santaharju

NOTE!
Dance instruction is carried out in level groups of three.
Level I is basic
Level II is intermediate and
level III is advanced/ possibly completed professional studies or equivalent.
The student implements his/ her dance studies in a level group corresponding to his/ her own competence, which is definied for him/her by the dance teacher. The student can change the level group with the consent of the teacher, but the level group may not change during the studies.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Assessment criterion 1-2, satisfactory
Actor’s Work
Students can empathize and express required professional quality repertoire in a satisfactory level. Their artistic and technique management is satisfactory. Expression and artistic function is not versatile enough. Mastering large entities is adequate.

Dance
Students can perform required professional level choreography moderately. Their artistic and technique expression and body control is satisfactory. Body use in movements is not versatile enough. Technique ja expressive mastering of larger entities is adequate.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Assessment criterion 3-4, good
Actor’s work
Students know and can adapt versatile techniques in their actor’s work. Students can disclose different styles and characteristics. Their expression is moderately diverse and individual, and mastering of larger entities is good.

Dance
Students manage their body performance technically and artistically and disclose different styles and characteristics. Their body control and expression is moderately diverse, and mastering and perceiving of larger entities is good. The presence is good.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Assessment criterion 5, excellent
Actor’s Work
Students indicate wide knowledge and excellent technical skills, artistic and individual conception in the field of stage expression. They adduce different styles and characteristics particular impressive way. Students have adopted a rich and strong expressive abilities in their actor’s work. They can also create well designed artistic entireties. Students can combine physical, speech expression and actor’s work and they are able to reflect variously character’s thoughts and spirit.

Dance
Students indicate an excellent technical skills, artistic and individual conception in their body performance and movement. They adduce different styles and characteristics particular impressive way. Students have adopted rich and strong expressive abilities and they can execute challenging choreographies and entireties. The presence and the performing is strong and spontaneous. Students can provide their own material in movement.

Objectives (course unit)

Actor´s Work:
Students have deepen their skills in actor's work and are able to utilize them in productions. Students have innovation skills.

Dance:
Students have improved further their technical skills in dance and their body control. They have an awareness of their own performance in dance.

Content (course unit)

Actor´s Work:
- individual and group exercises in acting
- speech technique
- adopting skills through the exercises and their utilization in practise in the work
- use creativity in problem-solving and further develop working methods
- work in projects

Dance:
- exercises that improve movement memory and coordination
- movement improvisation
- get familiar with different kind of dance techniques
- solo choreography
- solo- and ensemble work

Prerequisites (course unit)

Actor’s Work and Dance 1 and 2

Further information (course unit)

Attendance 80%
Consult your teacher if you can not participate.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Assessment criterion 1-2, satisfactory
Actor’s Work
Students can empathize and express required professional quality repertoire in a satisfactory level. Their artistic and technique management is satisfactory. Expression and artistic function is not versatile enough. Mastering large entities is adequate.

Dance
Students can perform required professional level choreography moderately. Their artistic and technique expression and body control is satisfactory. Body use in movements is not versatile enough. Technique ja expressive mastering of larger entities is adequate.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Assessment criterion 3-4, good
Actor’s work
Students know and can adapt versatile techniques in their actor’s work. Students can disclose different styles and characteristics. Their expression is moderately diverse and individual, and mastering of larger entities is good.

Dance
Students manage their body performance technically and artistically and disclose different styles and characteristics. Their body control and expression is moderately diverse, and mastering and perceiving of larger entities is good. The presence is good.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Assessment criterion 5, excellent
Actor’s Work
Students indicate wide knowledge and excellent technical skills, artistic and individual conception in the field of stage expression. They adduce different styles and characteristics particular impressive way. Students have adopted a rich and strong expressive abilities in their actor’s work. They can also create well designed artistic entireties. Students can combine physical, speech expression and actor’s work and they are able to reflect variously character’s thoughts and spirit.

Dance
Students indicate an excellent technical skills, artistic and individual conception in their body performance and movement. They adduce different styles and characteristics particular impressive way. Students have adopted rich and strong expressive abilities and they can execute challenging choreographies and entireties. The presence and the performing is strong and spontaneous. Students can provide their own solo-material in movement.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Actor´s Work
Students have deepened their skills in acting and their are able to utilize them in productions. They have reached the skills level required to be able to work as a musical theatre performer in the area of acting.

Dance:
Students have a deep understanding of the work as a dancer in the field of musical theatre. They have strengthened their skills in body expression. They have reached the skill level required to be able to work as a performer in the field of musical theatre.

Content (course unit)

Actor´s Work:
- Individual and group exercises in acting.

Dance:
- analytical reflection and deeper understanding of own work as a dancer
- deeper understanding of dance expression and improvisation as tools of dancer

Further information (course unit)

Attendance 80%
Consult your teacher if you can not participate.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Assessment criterion 1-2, satisfactory
Actor’s Work
Students can empathize and express required professional quality repertoire in a satisfactory level. Their artistic and technique management is satisfactory. Expression and artistic function is not versatile enough. Mastering large entities is adequate.

Dance
Students can perform required professional level choreography moderately. Their artistic and technique expression and body control is satisfactory. Body use in movements is not versatile enough. Technique ja expressive mastering of larger entities is adequate.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Assessment criterion 3-4, good
Actor’s work
Students know and can adapt versatile techniques in their actor’s work. Students can disclose different styles and characteristics. Their expression is moderately diverse and individual, and mastering of larger entities is good.

Dance
Students manage their body performance technically and artistically and disclose different styles and characteristics. Their body control and expression is moderately diverse, and mastering and perceiving of larger entities is good. The presence is good.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Assessment criterion 5, excellent
Actor’s Work
Students indicate wide knowledge and excellent technical skills, artistic and individual conception in the field of stage expression. They adduce different styles and characteristics particular impressive way. Students have adopted a rich and strong expressive abilities in their actor’s work. They can also create well designed artistic entireties. Students can combine physical, speech expression and actor’s work and they are able to reflect variously character’s thoughts and spirit.

Dance
Students indicate an excellent technical skills, artistic and individual conception in their body performance and movement. They adduce different styles and characteristics particular impressive way. Students have adopted rich and strong expressive abilities and they can execute challenging choreographies and entireties. The presence and the performing is strong and spontaneous. Students can provide their own solo-material in movement.

Assessment methods and criteria

The student has participated in the teaching 80% and achieved the objectives of the course

Assessment scale

0-5

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Actor’s Work
Students can empathize and express required professional quality repertoire in a satisfactory level. Their artistic and technique management is satisfactory. Expression and artistic function is not versatile enough. Mastering large entities is adequate.
Dance
Students can perform required professional level choreography moderately. Their artistic and technique expression and body control is satisfactory. Body use in movements is not versatile enough. Technique ja expressive mastering of larger entities is adequate.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Actor’s work
Students know and can adapt versatile techniques in their actor’s work. Students can disclose different styles and characteristics. Their expression is moderately diverse and individual, and mastering of larger entities is good.
Dance
Students manage their body performance technically and artistically and disclose different styles and characteristics. Their body control and expression is moderately diverse, and mastering and perceiving of larger entities is good. The presence is good.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

Actor’s Work
Students indicate wide knowledge and excellent technical skills, artistic and individual conception in the field of stage expression. They adduce different styles and characteristics particular impressive way. Students have adopted a rich and strong expressive abilities in their actor’s work. They can also create well designed artistic entireties. Students can combine physical, speech expression and actor’s work and they are able to reflect variously character’s thoughts and spirit.
Dance
Students indicate an excellent technical skills, artistic and individual conception in their body performance and movement. They adduce different styles and characteristics particular impressive way. Students have adopted rich and strong expressive abilities and they can execute challenging choreographies and entireties. The presence and the performing is strong and spontaneous. Students can provide their own material in movement.

Assessment scale

0-5

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students have gained knowledge of the fundaments of research and development and they are capable to design a practice based thesis project. Students are able to focus the topic, set the goals and means for the implementation of the thesis project in an appropriate way. They are able to schedule their project realistically. Students are able to gather information from various sources and apply it into the project with their professional skills gained during their studies.

The thesis may consist of the artistic or other practice based part and the written report, or the thesis may be a research project with the written report.

Students have gained advanced learning skills, as well as skills required in working communities and in international occasions.

Content (course unit)

preliminary seminar
the fundaments of research and development
participating in thesis supervision
written proposal for bachelor’s thesis
starting the thesis project

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Students have participated in preliminary seminar and their written proposal for bachelor’s thesis has been accepted.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students are capable to implement and to document a practice based thesis project either individually or as a team member. Students are able to evaluate the outcomes of the project, and to report the goals, implementation and results of the project in written paper.

Students have gained advanced learning skills, as well as skills required in working communities and in international occasions.

Content (course unit)

- completing the thesis project
- final product, if approproate (depending on the topic)
- written paper
- opponency
- thesis presentation
- publishing the thesis

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

TUAS's Bachelor’s Thesis Assessment Criteria

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

TUAS's Bachelor’s Thesis Assessment Criteria

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

TUAS's Bachelor’s Thesis Assessment Criteria

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

During this course, you will learn study practices and become part of the study community.

After completing of the course, the student
• feels a sense of belonging to the university, degree program, and student community.
• receives guidance for their studies and can plan their coursework effectively.
• familiarizes themselves with TAMK's practices and services.
• recognizes TAMK's services that support learning and well-being.
• understands the services supporting learning and well-being provided by key stakeholders.

Content (course unit)

• Engagement in Higher Education Studies
• Orientation to Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK) and Degree Program
• Curriculum of the Degree Program and Creating a Individual Study Plan (ISP)
• Course Offerings and Cross-Enrollment
• Internship as Part of a University of Applied Sciences Degree
• Services Offered by Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK)
• Monitoring the Progress of Studies
• Orientation to the Next Study Year

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The course is approved when the student proves that they
- are able to plan their studies at TAMK and are familiar with the curriculum of their degree programme.
- know what kind of support is available for their studies.
- understand the importance of the group as part of the learning environment.

A course is failed if the student does not have evidence of achieving the objectives of the course.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

During this course, you will learn study practices and become part of the study community.

After completing of the course, the student
• feels a sense of belonging to the university, degree program, and student community.
• receives guidance for their studies and can plan their coursework effectively.
• familiarizes themselves with TAMK's practices and services.
• recognizes TAMK's services that support learning and well-being.
• understands the services supporting learning and well-being provided by key stakeholders.

Content (course unit)

• Engagement in Higher Education Studies
• Orientation to Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK) and Degree Program
• Curriculum of the Degree Program and Creating a Individual Study Plan (ISP)
• Course Offerings and Cross-Enrollment
• Internship as Part of a University of Applied Sciences Degree
• Services Offered by Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK)
• Monitoring the Progress of Studies
• Orientation to the Next Study Year

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The course is approved when the student proves that they
- are able to plan their studies at TAMK and are familiar with the curriculum of their degree programme.
- know what kind of support is available for their studies.
- understand the importance of the group as part of the learning environment.

A course is failed if the student does not have evidence of achieving the objectives of the course.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student develops following skills:

• Orchestral playing
• Active listening
• Section playing, following, and leading
• Playing in different ensembles
• Orchestral musician’s work practices, ethics, and well-being
• Preparation for professional life and auditions

Content (course unit)

• Collaboration with Tampere Philharmonic Orchestra. Professional orchestral musicians serve as advisor
• Trainee activities with Tampere Philharmonic and Finnish Military Bands through auditions
• Various productions from chamber Music to opera
• Different ensembles and musical styles
• Repertoire sessions
• Orchestral excerpts
• Lectures
• Mock Auditions

Further information (course unit)

The number of study credits can vary depending on the number of productions.
Active participation in TAMK productions is required

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student works professionally and responsibly as part of an ensemble during rehearsals and concerts, in accordance with the work ethics of a professional orchestra.

Location and time

Up-to-date info to be found here:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1udIMZTJp3977om5bPMT9Whdl928xtEAk?usp=sharing

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Learning materials

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1udIMZTJp3977om5bPMT9Whdl928xtEAk?usp=sharing

Completion alternatives

To be discussed between the concerned students and teachers.

Objectives (course unit)

Students are capable of conducting orchestras and are able to employ adequate conducting technique and musical skills to master relatively demanding scores. Students choose to focus on symphonic or wind orchestra or musical repertoire. They master the principles of independent and purposeful work with a an orchestra and appropriate rehearsing methods for the repertoire. They are familiar with orchestral repertoire of different styles and understand the psychological regularities of working with an orchestra.

Content (course unit)

• Beating technique: beat patterns, changing metres, mastery of left hand gestures and expression, and a repertoire of 5-8 compositions representing diversive styles of music eras and includes compositions which are demanding by form and structure.
• Rehearsing orchestras and conducting a perfomance.
Techniques for rehearsing an orchestra, analysis of compositions and score playing. A set of 5-8 works from the repertoire of symphony orchestras, wind orchestras, or musical programs that reflect a diverse range of styles and include demanding pieces in terms of form and musical language. Additionally, exploration of symphonic, string, and wind orchestra repertoire, along with musical programs related to one’s specific area of focus

Further information (course unit)

Studying in English is possible

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student has participated in the instruction and is completing the required progress demonstration.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student recognizes an ergonomic working posture and actively uses methods of body care to promote well-being at work. The student has knowledge of the fundamentals of mental preparation and can apply them in practical work situations, including performance.

Content (course unit)

• Good breathing technique
• Relaxation of the body in different positions and movements
• Ergonomic playing and/or singing postures
• Muscle balance exercises
• Analysis of working posture
• Well-being of hearing
• Self-awareness
• Mental exercises
• Methods for mental preparation

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Throughout the course, the student receives feedback on their performance and also reflects on their own learning. Successful completion requires the student’s participation in classes and timely completion of required assignments.

Assessment scale

0-5

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

Music pedagogue
Students will have mastered playing or singing works for their own instrument representing the prescribed level and also chamber works. Artistic expression based on a knowledge of musical styles and mastery of extensive formal entities will have developed to the standard required for Recital 1. Student will be able to to utilize professional and scientific literature and also their skills in envisaging music in the development of their instrumental proficiency.

Musical theatre:
Students manage to perform a certain level repertoire. Artistic expression and knowledge of repertoire has developed to demanded, recital 1, level. Students can work and perform as a leading soloist of a band or a group. Students have advanced knowledge of different genres and required music styles from different musical periods. They can exploit professional studies and researches and their own musical understanding in their work.

Content (course unit)

Content
Musicpedagogue
Instrumental or vocal and expressive mastery of repertoire representing the target level, including skills pertaining to ergonomic expertise and the ability to interact with an audience and , if necessary, an accompanist and/or chamber ensemble. The recital is a public concert which includes a chmber music component.
Musical theatre:
Repertoire, voice technique, expression and an ergonomic knowledge have to represent a certain, required level of know-how. Communication with the audience, accompanist and/ or the band is required. Recital is a public concert.
Precise information is found from Tampere University of Applied Sciences Intranet, (ask from your teacher).

Prerequisites (course unit)

Prior knowledge required

Further information (course unit)

The Achievement of course can be organized in English.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Evaluation criteria: Satisfactory (1-2)
The student is able to demonstrate the level of skills defined in the personal study plan. artistic and technical mastery is satisfactory and developing, Sound culture is limited and and mastery of musical entities satisfactory.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Evaluation criteria Good (3-4)
The student has achieved mastery , technically and artistically, of the level of expertise specified in the personal study plan and demonstrates charasteristic features of different styles. The student`s sound culture is versatile and mastery of musical entities is good.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Evaluation criteria. Excellent (5)
The student`s mastery of the technical and artistic level of skills specified in the personal study plan is of a high standard and demonstrates the characteristic features of different musical styles.in a versatile manner.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Objectives
Music pedagogue
Students will be capable of coping with works of a prescribed standard in a concert situation their own work as soloists and as members of chamber ensembles. They will be capable of independent artistic expression and coping with extensive formal entities. Students will be able to utilize professional literature., research publications and their conceptual abilities using history and writingin the further development of their instrumental expertise.
Students will have acquired the skill of reflecting art or the ability to scrutinize their own work analytically.
Students will have acquired sufficient instrumental skill to work as musicians or music pedagogues and also to undertake postrgraduate/ further studies.

Musical theatre:
Students has achieved required skills to manage/ perform as a leading singer or a member of a group or a band. They can express themselves independently, artistically and personal way and also master large entities. Students can exploit professional studies and researches. They have ability to reflect and examine their own output from an analytical perspective. Students have reached a satisfactory level in their main instrument in order to work as a professional and postgraduate studies.

Content (course unit)

Music pedagogue
Mastery of playing or singing technique of the target level repertoire including expertise in ergonomy and interaction skills with the audience and, if necessary with an accompanist and/or chamber music ensemble.
The recital is a public concert which also includes chamber music component.


Musical theatre:
Repertoire, voice technique, expression and an ergonomic knowledge have to represent a certain, required level of know-how. Communication with the audience, accompanist and/ or the band is required. Recital is a public concert.

Precise information is found from Tampere University of Applied Sciences Intranet, ask from your teacher.

Prerequisites (course unit)

Prior requirements

Further information (course unit)

The studies can be taken through the medium English.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

Music pedagogue:
The student is capable of performing repertoire of the level specified in the personal study plan. Artistic and technical mastery and also mastery of musical entities satisfactory. The quality of the sound is limited.

Music theatre:
The student is capable of performing repertoire of the standard specified.
Artistic and technical mastery of the instrument is satisfactory. Playing culture and use of voice are limited. Mastery of musical entities is poor.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

Music pedagogue:
The student has achieved artistic and technical mastery of repertoire of the level specified in the personal study plan and presents characteristic features of different styles. The student`s quality of the sound on the instrument is diverse and mastery of musical entities is good.
Music theatre:
The student has mastered and is capable of presentingthe repertoire technically and artistically and brings out the charasteristic features of differenr styles.. The student`s sound culture and use of the voice are reasonably diverse and mastery of musical entities is good.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

Excellent:
Music pedagogue:
Evaluation criteria Excellent (5)The student demonstrates not only excellent technical mastery of the repertoire but also artistic and personal power of
expression. The student has acquireda rich sound culture, brings out particularly impressively the charasteristic features of different styles and is also able to create controlled musical formal entities.

Music theatre
The student demonstrates not only ecxellent technical mastery but also artistic and personal power of expression.
The student`s portrayal of different styles is particularly impressive. The student has acquired a rich sound culture and controlled use of the voice and is also capable of creating interesting artistic entities.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students are able to utilize their instruments skills independently in various types of group playing situations.

Content (course unit)

- playing in various ensembles and orchestras with various lineups and familiarization with diversive repertoires

Prerequisites (course unit)

Skills equal with those obtained through music institute requirements

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students have basic knowledge of composing. They can use it in practise. They increase their skills and knowledge in music and are able to take advantage of that when composing

Content (course unit)

• composition exercises and making small-scale compositions for small ensembles
• score analysis and aural perception exercises

Further information (course unit)

Only for students majoring in composition.
When attendingthe course Composition 1, it is also recommended to attend the courses Harmony, as well as Counterpoint and Voice Leading.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student actively participates in teaching and completes the given assignments and compositions.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student becomes proficient in carrying out practical composition projects and can apply their musical expertise. They see the interaction between musical content and practical implementation, along with the opportunities and challenges it brings. The student possesses the ability to seek realistic and creative solutions

Content (course unit)

Composition Project, style and content may vary.

Further information (course unit)

Only for music majors. Others than student majoring in composition need to be in contact with the teacher.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student works as a composer or arranger professionally and responsibly within the given constraints of the project.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The objective of the course is to enhance the understanding of tonal music and its central phenomena.

Upon completing the study module, the student will be able to analyze music from the tonal era, through personal performance, by listening and in written form.

Content (course unit)

Melodic comprehension
• singing and writing melodies containing fundamental elements of tonal music

Harmonic comprehension
• perceiving harmony containing fundamental elements of tonal music from chord dictations and music examples

Rhythmic comprehension
• perceiving basic rhythms and irregularly divided rhythmic patterns by playing and writing

Further information (course unit)

Music degree students have priority for this course. The instructor approves students for the course.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student is able to complete the tasks fairly smoothly. Errors occur, but the performance still forms a coherent whole.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

The objective of the course is to enhance the understanding of tonal music and its central phenomena.

Upon completing the study module, the student will be able to analyze music from the tonal era, through personal performance, by listening and in written form.

Content (course unit)

Melodic comprehension
• singing and writing melodies containing fundamental elements of tonal music

Harmonic comprehension
• perceiving harmony containing fundamental elements of tonal music from chord dictations and music examples

Rhythmic comprehension
• perceiving basic rhythms and irregularly divided rhythmic patterns by playing and writing

Prerequisites (course unit)

Competence equivalent to the extensive curriculum of a music institute.

Further information (course unit)

Music degree students have priority for this course. The instructor approves students for the course.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student is able to complete the tasks fairly smoothly. Errors occur, but the performance still forms a coherent whole.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The objective of the course is to enhance the understanding of tonal music and its central phenomena.

Upon completing the study module, the student will be able to analyze music from the tonal era, through personal performance, by listening and in written form.

Content (course unit)

Melodic comprehension
• singing and writing melodies containing fundamental elements of tonal music

Harmonic comprehension
• perceiving harmony containing fundamental elements of tonal music from chord dictations and music examples

Rhythmic comprehension
• perceiving basic rhythms and irregularly divided rhythmic patterns by playing and writing

Prerequisites (course unit)

Competence equivalent to the extensive curriculum of a music institute.

Further information (course unit)

Music degree students have priority for this course. The instructor approves students for the course.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student is able to complete the tasks fairly smoothly. Errors occur, but the performance still forms a coherent whole.

Assessment scale

0-5

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Assessment scale

0-5

Assessment scale

0-5

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student understands the fundamentals of entrepreneurship as a self-employed professional. They can establish a business name, price and market their services. The student comprehends the significance of copyright and neighboring rights in their professional expertise and can apply them to their business acumen. They are capable of drafting contracts and understanding the key features of contract law. Additionally, the student has a grasp of basic financial management for self-employed entrepreneurs, principles of taxation, and knows how to use a tax account. They are also familiar with the specific characteristics of freelance taxation.

Furthermore, the student has explored the organizational structures, administrative principles, and work-related tasks relevant to their field of practice within work communities. They are knowledgeable about legislation and other normative guidelines related to their field, as well as practical aspects of employment contracts and job search. The student has actively shaped their career path within their professional domain.

Content (course unit)

Artist Entrepreneurship
• Basics of Self-Employed Entrepreneurship; Entrepreneurship vs. Freelancer
• Copyright
• Related Rights
• Drafting Contracts and Contract Law
• Basics of Business Financial Management
• Taxation
• Social Security
• Grants

Career Planning
• Organizational Structures
• Administrative and Task-Related Principles
• Regulations and Normative Guidelines
• Collective Agreements
• Employment Contracts
• Job Search Practices
• Career Path

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Successful completion requires the student’s active participation in the course’s face-to-face meetings and the satisfactory completion of assigned tasks.

Assessment scale

0-5

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student has developed their dance technique and body control. They are familiar with the characteristics of different dance styles. The student’s technical and interpretive level has progressed to the point where they have expertise in their own personal movement expression. They can identify the distinctive features of selected dance techniques and the expressive modes specific to different dance styles. The student can function as a member of a group. Their ability for systematic independent work has improved, and they understand the demands and nature of long-term work in the field.

Content (course unit)

The content is adapted according to the dance proficiency level (see additional course details). The course consists of various teaching modules aimed at enhancing students’ fundamental understanding of body control, basic dance techniques across different styles, and exercises for movement memory and coordination. The topics covered include
• dance technique and professional terminology
• dance expression
• exercises to improve movement memory and coordination
• movement improvisation

Further information (course unit)

Dance instruction is organized into three proficiency levels:
Level I: Basic level or beginners.
Level II: Intermediate level.
Level III: Advanced level, possibly including professional studies or equivalent qualifications.
Students participate in dance classes corresponding to their own proficiency level, as determined by their dance instructor. While students may request a change of proficiency level with the instructor’s approval, it is not guaranteed that the proficiency level will change during their studies.
Attendance: 80% attendance is required.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Passed: The student demonstrates technical and artistic control of body movement and effectively highlights the distinctive features of different dance styles at the appropriate level. Their body control and expression are moderately diverse, and they have good command over movement sequences and spatial awareness. Their presence is natural.
Rejected: The student exhibits significant deficiencies in the above-mentioned areas.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

Students are able to adapt their skills in musical theatre to project work. Students have knowledge about innovation know-how, learning skills and work community skills, which they can adapt in a real working environments and -conditions.

Studying module is possible to execute with other organizations or cooperation companies.

Content (course unit)

Study module is still orientative and will excecute mainly in the school´s (internal) productions. Module can include one or several of these genres:
- music theatre
- theatre music
- ensemble work
- vocal group/ a cappella group
- chamber music
- orchestra
- playing in a group/ band
- choir
- lied
- opera
- artistic-productive tasks in a production

Prerequisites (course unit)

- Triple Threat Performer 1

Further information (course unit)

Studying module may execute also in english, when needed.
Students write a short report, in which they self- reflects the process and learning.

Attendance is required 100%. Consult the director if needed.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Students have done defined tasks in the project.

Assessment methods and criteria

Regular participation. Execute all the given tasks.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Teaching methods

Contact/ classroom study. Multidisciplinary workgroup. Module can include one or several of these genres:
- music theatre
- theatre music
- ensemble work
- vocal group/ a cappella group
- chamber music
- orchestra
- playing in a group/ band
- choir
- lied
- opera
- artistic-productive tasks in a production

Learning materials

Is agreed with the director/ supervisor teacher on a project-by-project basis

Student workload

Musical theatre:
Requires commitment and regular participation, 100%. Plenty of independent and group training. Can contain exeptional schedules.

Completion alternatives

AHOT (professional theatre productions). Consult the senior lecturer.

Practical training and working life cooperation

Professional theatres or interdisciplinary professional cooperation organized by an educational institution

Further information

All the productions and their details will be verified separately


NOTE!
We follow the "practice path" in the interships. You can get more infromation about this from yout teacher or the corresponding lecturer.

Objectives (course unit)

Students can adapt their artistic know-how to extensive project- and production work. Students are able to adapt their knowledge in a real working environments and -conditions.

Studying module is possible to execute with other organizations or cooperation companies

Content (course unit)

Studying module can be executed with a co-operation company/ theatre. Structure of the module:
- planning
- guiding
- implementation
- evaluation

Prerequisites (course unit)

- Triple Threat Performer 1 and 2

Further information (course unit)

Studying module may execute also in english, when needed.
Students write a short report, in which they self- reflects the process and learning.

Attendance is required 100%. Consult the director if needed.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Students have done defined tasks in the project.

Assessment methods and criteria

Regular participation 100%. Execute all the given tasks.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Teaching methods

Contact/ classroom study. Multidisciplinary workgroup. Module can include one or several of these genres:
- music theatre
- theatre music
- ensemble work
- vocal group/ a cappella group
- chamber music
- orchestra
- playing in a group/ band
- choir
- lied
- opera
- artistic-productive tasks in a production

Learning materials

Is agreed with the director/ supervisor teacher on a project-by-project basis

Student workload

Requires commitment and regular participation, 100%. Plenty of independent and group training. Can contain exeptional schedules.

Completion alternatives

AHOT (professional theatre productions). Consult the senior lecturer.

Practical training and working life cooperation

Professional theatres or interdisciplinary professional cooperation organized by an educational institution

Further information

All the productions and their details will be verified separately

NOTE!
We follow the "practice path" in the interships. You can get more infromation about this from yout teacher or the corresponding lecturer.

Objectives (course unit)

Students can adapt and share their know-how to extensive project- and production work. Students are able to work independently if needed, adapt their knowledge in a real working environments and -conditions in a process, also in a digital operational environments.

Studying module is possible to execute with other organizations or cooperation companies.

Content (course unit)

Study module includes one or several of these genres:
- music theatre
- theatre music
- ensemble work
- vocal group/ a cappella group
- chamber music
- orchestra
- playing in a group/ band
- choir
- lied
- opera
- artistic-productive tasks in a production

Prerequisites (course unit)

- Triple Threat Performer 1, 2 and 3

Further information (course unit)

Studying module may execute also in english, when needed.
Students write a short report, in which they self- reflects the process and learning.

Attendance is required 100%. Consult the director if needed.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Students have done defined tasks in the project.

Location and time

The venue is production spesific, shows at a separately agreed time.

Assessment methods and criteria

Regular participation 100%. Execute all the given tasks.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Contact/ classroom study. Multidisciplinary workgroup. Module can include one or several of these genres:
- music theatre
- theatre music
- ensemble work
- vocal group/ a cappella group
- chamber music
- orchestra
- playing in a group/ band
- choir
- lied
- opera
- artistic-productive tasks in a production

Learning materials

Is agreed with the director/ supervisor teacher on a project-by-project basis

Student workload

Requires commitment and regular participation, 100%. Plenty of independent and group training. Can contain exeptional schedules.

Completion alternatives

AHOT (professional theatre productions). Consult the senior lecturer.

Practical training and working life cooperation

Professional theatres or interdisciplinary professional cooperation organized by an educational institution

Further information

All the productions and their details will be verified separately.
NOTE!
We follow the "practice path" in the interships. You can get more infromation about this from yout teacher or the corresponding lecturer.

Objectives (course unit)

The student is able to apply the skills acquired in music theater studies to project work. They are capable of applying their expertise and functioning in various work environments and roles. The course is completed within the TAMK`s own productions.

Content (course unit)

The course is introductory in nature and primarily takes place within the TAMK’s own productions. The course may include one or more of the following genres:
• Musical theater, musical
• Speech theater
• Dance theater
• Ensemble
• Choral singing
• Ensemble playing
• Choir
• Artistic and production tasks within the production.

Further information (course unit)

The student writes a brief report about their internship, reflecting on the process and their learning.
100% attendance is required, and any absences must be discussed in advance with the supervisor.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student has completed the tasks defined for them on a project-specific basis and submitted the internship report.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

Students are familiar with three and four notes in different pitches and with typical chord and accompaniment patterns, and obtained adequate skills for simple accompaniment and solistic piano arrangements.
Their playing is free from straight note-reading, and they have skills to adapt the style to that of Finnish dance and vocal music and afro-american music appropriately.
Students have learning skills. Students are able to assess and improve their skills and further develop their learning methods.

Content (course unit)

• familiarizing with three and four-note chords in various pitches and learning chord formation using absolute chord symbols
• making acquaintance with Finnish dance and vocal and afro-american music, and rehearsing a repertoire by playing and singing

Prerequisites (course unit)

Proficiency in the basics of music theory.

Further information (course unit)

Participation 80 %

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Successful completion requires the student’s active participation in the course’s face-to-face meetings and the satisfactory completion of assigned tasks.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students are free from playing straight from the notes.
They have increased their practical skills as musicians and is familiar with piano accompaniment for compositions with various styles.

Content (course unit)

- accompaniment utilizing more complex absolute chord symbols in various music styles
- accompaniment utilizing various textures with adaptation to the possibilities supplied by the own

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

The student is ree of playing from written music and also shows ability in improvisation. The student has improved in sight reading skills.

Content (course unit)

-Creative comping from chord symbols in various styles.
-Sight reading and transposition
- Adding chords to melodies
-Improvisation
-Making of arrangements and transcriptions

Further information (course unit)

The course can be held in another language, if needed.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students are familiar with three and four notes in different pitches and with typical chord and accompaniment patterns, and obtained adequate skills for simple accompaniment and solistic piano arrangements.
Their playing is free from straight note-reading, and they have skills to adapt the style to that of Finnish dance and vocal music and afro-american music appropriately.

Content (course unit)

- familiarizing with three and four-note chords in various pitches and learning chord formation using absolute chord symbols
- making acquaintance with Finnish dance and vocal and afro-american music, and rehearsing a repertoire by playing and singing
- studying the diatonic circle of fifth in C, D, E, F, G, A and H Minor using various comps and root-fifth bass line
- familiarizing with twelve-bar blues structure using I, IV, V grade chords in pitches up to 3# and 3b

Assessment scale

0-5

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Objectives (course unit)

The student’s skills in ensemble playing develop in productions organized by the institution or by students themselves. The content, duration, and workload of the project are reviewed with the responsible teacher.

Content (course unit)

All kinds of ensembles can be applied to this course:

• Chamber music
• Theater music and musical theater
• Popular music
• Contemporary and electronic music
• Orchestral music

Further information (course unit)

Music students have priority for this course. The teacher accepts students for the course

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

The student works professionally and responsibly as part of the ensemble in rehearsals and concert.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student can apply various aspects and practices related to entrepreneurship in their own context as they see fit. Their identity as a freelance operator has strengthened: the student recognizes their strengths and areas for improvement, and can think about their actions in a long-term perspective.

Content (course unit)

The student participates in a ‘coaching clinic’ where their skills and operational profile as an artist/entrepreneur in the freelance field are assessed. The student selects relevant studies from the "24H entrepreneurship" offering, totaling 5 ECTS credits.

Prerequisites (course unit)

Entrepreneurship for Artists and Career Planning

Further information (course unit)

The course is organized by TAMK HUBS.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Successful completion requires the student’s active participation in the course’s face-to-face meetings and the satisfactory completion of assigned tasks.

Assessment scale

0-5

Assessment scale

0-5

Assessment scale

0-5

Assessment scale

0-5

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Student is acquainted with the main esthetics and historical periods of Musical Theatre. He/she/ they can recognize main characteristics and repertoire of stylistic eras. Student can applly historical knowledge to other professional substances and practical work as a musical artist.

Content (course unit)

• Main historical periods and esthetics of Musical Theatre from the 19th century.
• Listening and recognising samples of different historical eras of Musical Theatre.
• Literature

Further information (course unit)

Attendance: 80%

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Successful completion requires the student’s active participation in the course’s face-to-face meetings and the satisfactory completion of assigned tasks.

Assessment scale

0-5

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

Students learn the basics of improvisation and are able to play music without note sheets by taking advantage of theory and practise of improvisation.

Content (course unit)

- playing a prima vista
- familiarization with various materials and analysis of them
- improvisation exercises

Assessment methods and criteria

Students learn the basics of improvisation and are able to play music without note sheets by taking advantage of theory and practise of improvisation.

Assessment scale

Pass/Fail

Teaching methods

- playing a prima vista
- familiarization with various materials and analysis of them
- improvisation exercises

Objectives (course unit)

Students are familiar with various methods in group dynamics through which musical expression and creative resources are released.

Content (course unit)

- improvisation exercises
- various stylistic exercises
- using methods of drama expression and movement

Assessment scale

0-5