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Laying down the tune: Melodies, Modes and Microtones - MUS856
This unit provides a series of structured strategies and devices for developing a systematic approach to melodic-based improvisation skills. It looks at melodic elements and structures in terms of modes, intonation, microtonal inflections and flavours and draws upon systems and processes for developing improvisatory approaches from Jazz, Blues, Hindustani music, Arabic music, Latin music and other musical sources. The unit involves both practical and theoretical components.
| Credit Points: | 4 |
| When Offered: | S2 Evening - Session 2, North Ryde, Evening |
| Staff Contact(s): | Dr Adrian McNeil |
| Prerequisites: |
Admission to MCI or MA in Contemporary Improvisation |
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| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Department of Media, Music, Communication and Cultural Studies Faculty of Arts |
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