Singers have individual coaching in place of second study. This is continued in groups from year two, and includes editing of incomplete scores, aural analysis, comparison of editions, sight-reading and direction of ensembles. Students are also required to prepare programme notes, a curriculum vitae and to complete aural analyses. Teaching skills All students follow a course in workshop leading and creative skills and practice in schools. Students pursue a further course in teaching skills which includes techniques and methods, creative approaches, instruction in group teaching and school experience.
Assessment counts towards the final degree.
Year four Principal Study Preparation for public recital component of the degree. A series of practical studio sessions. For instrumentalists Practical activities as in year three, together with contemporary music workshops, New Music Ensemble, accompaniment and continuo classes. Additional Studies A guided selection of up to two of those listed under year three. The Undergraduate Course is designed to enable each student to progress from basic principles, such as writing short pieces for two or three instruments, to large ensemble works and orchestral composition with or without electronics.