FSMP1-LM05 Listening Skills and Musical Structure
FSMP1-LM05 Listening Skills and Musical Structure
- Course description
- Course codeFSMP1-LM05
- Level of study5.1
- Program of studySound & Music Production 1
- Credits5
- Course coordinatorHerbrand Larsen, Audun Ofstad Borrmann
This is the basic music theory course for the 1st year students. They will already have touched upon some of the terminology and techniques through practical work and introductions to songwriting in previous courses. This course is dedicated to basic descriptive music theory and ear training. While this course will include a music theory test, most of the pratical work is centered around application of the knowledge in studio work to describe and transcribe various properties of music.
Sound and Music Production covers a wide range of basic skillsets that is relevant in different parts of the production process. While not essential to the basic inception of musical composition, music theory and ear training are important tools for developing as composers and producers. It is also a cross-disciplinary descriptive language used to better communication between composers, performers, producers, engineers and others involved in a music production process.
The candidate:
- has knowledge of basic ear training and music theory
- has knowledge of universal key, circle of fifths, intervals
The candidate:
- can perform basic analysis of sound and arrangements
- can recognise musical intervals and triads of the major/minor system
- can harmonise a melody
- can read and notate simple rythms
In this course, the following teaching and learning methods can be applied, but are not limited to:
- Lecture: Educator-led presentations or activities providing knowledge, skills, or general competencies in the subject area.
- Group work: Collaborative activities where students work together to solve problems or complete tasks.
- Tutoring: One-on-one or small group sessions with an instructor for personalized guidance and support.
- Student presentations: Opportunities for students to demonstrate their understanding of course material by presenting to peers.
- Online lessons: Digital content delivered via an online learning platform.
- Guidance: Individualized advice and direction from instructors to support students in their learning journey.
- Workshops: Practical sessions focused on hands-on application of theoretical concepts or skills.
- Self-study: Independent study where students engage with course material on their own without any teacher support.
Teaching materials, reading lists, and essential resources will be shared in the learning platform and software user manuals where applicable.