Harmony II is a practical subject in which the students should acquire knowledge of harmony and structure in Western classical music. In this subject, the student will deepen their understanding of musical harmony as a tool for interpretation and arrangement/composition.
The course is based on Harmony I (SATS10).
Learning objectives
On completion of this course, the student is expected to be able to
- analyse and describe chromatic aspects of tonal harmony and voice leading
- analyse and describe compositions in sonata form
- demonstrate knowledge of post-tonal harmony
- analyse harmony and form in their own repertoire and make independent interpretational choices based on this
Overview
The course includes:
- written analysis of basic chromatic harmony and post-tonal harmony
- practical analysis of basic chromatic harmony and post-tonal harmony on the piano or in an ensemble
- analysis of sonata form
- overview of post-tonal harmony
Structure
The tuition is given in the form of joint lectures and in groups, in addition to self-study. Tasks, discussions, and collaborative work may also be included. Students will have the opportunity to submit practice assignments and receive feedback on practical exercises.
Students are automatically enrolled for tuition/supervision and assessment in the subject in line with the progression set out in the curriculum. Students who have successfully completed all the course requirements by the end of the subject can receive assessment from the course tutor (see Final assessment below).
Course requirements
The course requirements only apply to the assessment option Assessment by course instructor.
- Mandatory active participation is required for students seeking assessment according to alternative 2. This means that an absence of more than 20% will result in the student being assessed through an examination.
- Up to 10 assignments per semester will be given, related to the course's progression. All assignments must be approved by the course tutor. Assignments are typically given on a weekly basis.
Deadline: All course requirements must be approved by April 30th in the second semester of the course.
Final assessment
Assessment by course tutor
All course requirements must be approved for the student to receive assessment by the course tutor. The course tutor determines whether there is sufficient basis for assessing the student using this assessment option.
The student is assessed in relation to the course's learning objectives. The final assessment is expressed as pass/fail.
The course tutor makes a comprehensive assessment of the student's academic level through their work in the subject.
If the assessment by the course tutor results in a fail, the student can still be assessed through an examination in the same semester.
Exam
Assessment is based on learning objectives. Final assessment is given as a pass/fail mark and is determined on the basis of a written exam and a take-home exam. The assessment is carried out by two internal examiners. Both exams must be passed in order to pass the course.
Take-Home Exam
Written analysis of two smaller compositions, one in classical sonata form and one in a post-tonal harmonic style.
The examination task must be completed within five days.
The submission must be returned digitally to the examinations office by the deadline set by the Academy.
Oral Exam
Discussion about the student's written analyses from the take-home examination. The student has the opportunity to demonstrate parts of the analyses using instrument(s). Duration: 15-20 minutes.
New assessment
For reassessment, the assessment option "Exam" applies. In case of failure in one exam part, only that exam part should be retaken.