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MUSI1501

Guitar Notation Systems and Styles

10 Units 1000 Level Course

Not available in 2012

Previously offered in 2011

This course provides the student with a clear understanding of the many guitar notation systems as utilised by contemporary guitarists covering various performance styles such as pop, latin, metal, funk, etc. Notation and performance techniques for each of the styles will be explored and students will be taught the means to develop and collect resources and understand the requirments of each of the styles.

Objectives
At the successful completion of this course students will demonstrate:
- recognition of various stylistic and performance techniques as displayed in guitar notation systems.
- recognition of performance techniques as displayed in audio/video examples.
- creation of notation examples in a range of guitar notation sytems using free software applications.
Content
The course content will introduce the physical aspects of performance techniques relevant to the instrument including the following terms:
- The notation conventions for Guitar performance.
- Left hand techniques.
- Right hand techniques
- Chords and voicings.
- Rhythmic techniques.
- Sound production techniques (plectrums, amplifiers, effects and pickups).
- Online audio file uploading.
Replacing Course(s)
NA
Transition
NA
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
No assumed knowledge for this course
Modes of Delivery
Distance Learning : IT Based
Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning
Teaching Methods
Email Discussion Group
Self Directed Learning
Assessment Items
Presentations - Individual
Students are required to comment on provided notation examples and produce a range of their own notation examples using various software applications. 50% of total assessment in Week 13
Quiz - On-line
Online Test on performance techniques and notational systems. 25% of total assessment. Week 5 of semester.
Quiz - On-line
Online Test on styles and techniques. 25% of total assessment. Week 9 of semester
Contact Hours
Email Discussion Group: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Self Directed Learning: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term