- Year of study: One semester, spring
- Final assessment: Assessment from course instructor
- Language of instruction: English
Course description
An introduction to Norwegian traditional folk music history - the use of written material, pictures, maps, and listening examples.
The course is concentrated on the historical development of the concept of traditional folk music, the history of traditional folk music instruments, vocal traditional folk music, the influence of national romanticism on traditional folk music, the concert era, and the development of competitions, ensemble practices. Lessons will be held over one semester. The instruction is organized as a number of separate themes.
Course coordinator: Jazz, Improvised Music and Traditional Nordic Folk Music Department
Learning objectives
Upon completion of the course students are expected to
- have knowledge and understanding of the basics of Norwegian traditional folk music history, with emphasis on notable musicians, various vocal traditions, geography, and fiddle and accordion traditions.
Overview
During the course the following themes will be explored:
- The use and function of traditional folk music throughout history.
- Tonality.
- Traditional folk music instruments (in Norway).
- Sami culture.
- Notation forms / notation relations.
- Ensemble forms.
- Instrumental music, dance forms.
- Vocal music.
- Traditional folk music geography.
Structure
Instruction is provided primarily as lectures, 90 minutes per week for 11 weeks. Lectures include ensemble playing. Students are expected to listen to relevant repertoire between lectures.
Course requirements
The student must submit 3 written essays at 1200 words each, and present a topic from the coursework for the group, and give feedback on presentations from the other students.
Final assessment
All course requirements must be approved prior to obtaining a final assessment.
The final assessment is given as a pass/fail mark, which is determined by the course instructor based on each student’s level of achievement throughout the course period.
New assessment
New assessment is subject to the same procedure as an ordinary assessment.