Repertoire, Improvisation, Composition 1

Rationale and Purpose of the Module: To develop the understanding in both practice and theory of the works from the canon of western contemporary and world dance and song traditions in order to fully understand their relevance in current performance contexts. To develop skills necessary to prepare to perform these dances and songs in range of performance contexts.

Syllabus: Students will be required to specialise in voice or dance, and will study and practice dances and songs from the repertoire of western contemporary and Asian, African and Irish dance; and Gregorian chant, Irish traditional song, western solo and choral, and jazz and pop music traditions; in addition they will study the historical and cultural contexts within which these repertoires developed, and study and practice skills necessary to develop in both solo work and as a member of an ensemble.