100-level

MUSA100
Essentials in Music Techniques
Description
This course provides students with skills in musicianship, music theory & creative composition. Students will have a good understanding of chords and chord progressions, melodic patterns and notation systems, and will have acquired skills in sight singing and melodic dictation.
Occurrences
Semester One 2024
Points
15 points
Restrictions
MUSI107
MUSA114
Techniques of Song Writing
Description
MUSA114 teaches foundational techniques in popular song writing. Topics include creating memorable melodies, effective harmonisation and use of common chord progressions, creating and developing compelling lyric concepts, and managing sectional forms. Students hone their writing skills while preparing a portfolio of songs.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2024 (The Arts Centre Christchurch)
Points
15 points
Restrictions
MUSA214

200-level

MUSA214
Techniques of Song Writing
Description
MUSA214 teaches foundational techniques in popular song writing. Topics include creating memorable melodies, effective harmonisation and the use of common chord progressions, creating and developing compelling lyric concepts, and managing sectional forms. Students hone their writing skills while preparing a portfolio of songs. Students will also gain experience mentoring song writers enrolled in MUSA114.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2024 (The Arts Centre Christchurch)
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
One of MUSA110, MUSA112, MUSA115, or MUSA213.
Restrictions
MUSA114, MUSA220

Not Offered Courses in 2024

100-level

MUSA115
Song Writing in Practice
Description
MUSA115 surveys current trends and practices in song writing from a global perspective. Students prepare a portfolio of songs while learning about present-day applications of traditional techniques. Contextual listening analyses provide a platform to sharpen critical listening skills while preparing a portfolio of original songs. There are no limitations on the genre of music that students can write, all styles and perspectives are welcome.
Occurrences
Not offered 2024, offered in 2023 , 2025
For further information see MUSA115 course details
Points
15 points

200-level

MUSA215
Song Writing in Practice
Description
MUSA215 surveys current trends and practices in song writing from a global perspective. Students prepare a portfolio of songs while learning about present-day applications of traditional techniques. Contextual listening analyses provide a platform to sharpen critical listening skills while preparing a portfolio of original songs. There are no limitations on the genre of music that students can write, all styles and perspectives are welcome. Students will have the opportunity to mentor song writers enrolled in MUSA115.
Occurrences
Not offered 2024, offered in 2023 , 2025
For further information see MUSA215 course details
Points
15 points