IMus Program Handbook Jan 2015

PROGRAM HANDBOOK

JANUARY 2015

PROGRAM HANDBOOK CONTENT

1. Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................1 2. UCSI University, IMus Vision and Mission.......................................................................................................1 3. Institute of Music Organizational Chart and Staff List ...................................................................................2

3.1 Institute of Music Organizational Chart 3.2 Staff List

4. Program Overview ...............................................................................................................................................5 4.1 Program Objectives and Learning Outcomes 4.2 Admission and Language Requirements 4.3 Program Structure 4.4 Course Selection

4.4.1 Definition of Course Types, Course Codes, Credit Hours and Graduation Requirements 4.4.2 Guide to Course Selection 4.4.3 Course Offering Chart (Y-table) 4.4.4 Course Synopsis

4.5 Institute Policies & Procedures 4.5.1 Attendance Policy 4.5.2 Masterclass 4.5.3 Student Recitals 4.5.4 Large Ensembles 4.5.5 Major and Minor Instrument Study 4.5.6 Extended Studies in Major and Minor Instruments 4.5.7 Major/Minor Instrument Lesson Record Sheet 4.5.8 Jury Examinations and Graduation Recital/Performance Project 4.5.9 Repeat of Graduation Recital/Performance 4.5.10 Program Note Workshop 4.5.11 Use of Handphone and Laptop Computers during Class 4.5.12 Plagiarism Policy 4.5.13 Music Score 4.5.14 Music Listening 4.5.15 Consultation

4.6 Program Quality Assurance and Enhancement 5. University Policies & Procedures .....................................................................................................................42

5.1 About Examination System 5.2 Transfer of Programme

6. Institute of Music Facilities ...............................................................................................................................43 6.1 List of Facilities 6.2 Access

6.2.1 Music Office 6.2.2 Practice Rooms 6.2.3 Recital Hall, Ensemble Room, Lecture Classrooms and Teaching Studios 6.2.4 Borrowing of Instrument or Equipment 6.2.5 Booking Music Facilities 6.2.6 Music Technology Lab

7. Institute of Music Student Services .................................................................................................................45 7.1 Institute of Music Student Association 7.2 Buddy System 7.3 Student Welfare Committee

Institute of Music Program Handbook, 2015 Page 1

1. Introduction Over the past two decades the Institute of Music at UCSI University has emerged as the most significant provider of tertiary level music education in Malaysia. Located at the universitys purpose-built South Wing campus in Cheras, the Institute of Music currently offers degree and pre-university level (Foundation) programmes in both classical and contemporary music and serves a community of over 300 music students and a large faculty. In recent years the Institute of Music has acquired a growing international reputation and is now a preferred destination for many overseas students and as well as visiting lecturers and performers. The Institute of Music promotes the study of music in all its manifold diversity and aims to integrate the academic and practical aspects of music to produce graduates who are skilled practitioners as well as literate, thinking musicians. This approach is supported by fully comprehensive library resources and facilities and a physical infrastructure that includes dedicated teaching, performance and recording spaces. It is further supported by the Institutes exceptional team of lecturers whose areas of specialist expertise include piano performance and pedagogy, ensemble performance, contemporary music study and performance as well as composition and musicology. 2. UCSI University, IMus Vision and Mission

UCSI University VISION (revised version 2012)

To be an intellectually resilient praxis university renowned for its leadership in academic pursuits and engagement

with the industry and the community.

MISSION (revised version 2012)

To promote transformative education that empowers students from all walks of life to be successful individuals with integrity, professionalism and a desire to contribute to society

To optimise relationships between industry and academia through the provision of education and unparalleled

workplace exposure via praxis centres

To spearhead innovation in teaching and learning excellence through unique delivery systems

To foster a sustainable culture of research, value innovation and practice, in partnership with industries and society

To operate ethically at the highest standards of efficiency, while instilling values of diversity and inclusiveness, to sustain the vision for future generations

Institute of Music

VISION

To be the leading music institute in the region


MISSION 1. To produce leaders and competent practitioners for the music profession 2. To deliver a comprehensive curriculum through a team of dedicated staff of the highest caliber 3. To provide a conducive environment for a holistic and artistic growth for both staff and students 4. To be a leader in music education and musical culture in the region 5. To foster global exchange of musical knowledge and scholarship through international collaborations

3. Institute of Music Organizational Chart

and Staff List 3.1 Institute of Music Organizational Chart

3.2 Staff List

Full Time Staff (Classical)


1 Prof. Dr. Png Tean Hwa Director [email protected]

2 Asst. Prof. Dr. Cheong Yew Choong Assistant Professor,

Head of Postgraduate Studies Program

[email protected]

3 Ysan Suit Yin Lecturer,

Head of Classical Music Degree Program

[email protected]

4 Asst. Prof. Leong Mann Yee Assistant Professor,

Head of Foundation in Music Program

[email protected]

5 Dr. Chan Wei Tuck (Victor) Lecturer [email protected]

6 Dr. Tan Yunn Bing (Christine) Lecturer [email protected]

7 Hoo Sim Li Lecturer [email protected]

8 Yong Sue Yi Lecturer [email protected]

Full Time Staff (Contemporary)

1 Lim Fang Yee Justin Lecturer,

Head of Contemporary Music Degree

[email protected]

2 Ang Cheng Eng Josephine Lecturer [email protected]

3 Choi Young Jun Lecturer [email protected]

4 Lim Hoong Bee Tutor [email protected]

5 Ling Hung Shu Terrence Tutor and Event

Coordinator [email protected]

6 Nur Lina bt Anuar Tutor [email protected]

Full Time Staff (Admin)

1 Ng Wooi Wah (Michael) Course Administrator [email protected]

2 Nor Azian binti Ros Administrative

Assistant [email protected]

Part Time Staff (Classical)

1 Au Eng Yee Terence Lecturer [email protected]

2 Chee Su Yen Lecturer [email protected]

3 Chew Beng Lin Lecturer [email protected]

4 Choi Hee Jung Lecturer [email protected]

5 Chong Chooi Foong Lecturer [email protected]

6 Chong Yew Yoong (Dr) Lecturer [email protected]

7 Ho Chee Kiang Tutor [email protected]

8 Ho Chi Mei Lecturer [email protected]

9 Keiko Nakagawa Lecturer [email protected]

10 Khoo Khe Sin (Dr.) Lecturer [email protected]


11 Kueh Wan Ling Karen Lecturer [email protected]

12 Fong Yee Seong (Lawrence) Tutor [email protected]

13 Lee Yin Hwa Lecturer [email protected]

14 Lim Kean Seng (Adjunct. Prof. Ian) Adjunct Professor [email protected]

15 Lim Yong Jia (Kenny) Tutor [email protected]

16 Liu Jian (new) Lecturer [email protected]

17 Lo May Yeeng Carolyn Lecturer [email protected]

18 Loo Bang Hean Lecturer [email protected]

19 Lou Chai Hong (Angela) Lecturer [email protected]

20 Mah Ying Chiau (Cheryl) Lecturer [email protected]

21 Ng Chong Lim (new) Lecturer [email protected]

22 Ngu Ngok Hua (Peter) Tutor [email protected]

23 Oh Ban Hin (Jonathan) (new) Tutor [email protected]

24 Ong Cheng Hooi (Nicholas) (Dr.) Lecturer [email protected]

25 Seow Chee Chuan (new) Lecturer [email protected]

26 Tan Chee Shen Lecturer [email protected]

27 Tan Cheng Shuan Rachel Lecturer [email protected]

28 Tan Earn Tzee (Cynthia) Tutor [email protected]

29 Tan Hoong Peng (Ashley) Tutor [email protected]

30 Tan Hui Sean Lecturer [email protected]

31 Tan Poh Yin Jacqueline Tutor [email protected]

32 Tan Siaw Pei (Jaz) Lecturer [email protected]

33 Tok Tien Hui Stephen Lecturer [email protected]

34 Yanisheva, Alla Shamilyevna Lecturer [email protected]

35 Yong Ker Syn, Morag Lecturer [email protected]

Part Time Staff (Contemporary)

1 Ahmad Zapuwan Ismail Tutor [email protected]

2 Arnesto, Joseph Raymund Uyehara Tutor [email protected]

3 Boyle, James Philip Sheng Lecturer [email protected]

4 Chan Ching Shung (Julian) Lecturer [email protected]

5 Cheah Wei Li Lecturer [email protected]

6 Chen Ai Reen Tutor [email protected]

7 Chen Kim Kuen (Ethan) Tutor [email protected]

8 Cheng Pin Xuan (Toro) Lecturer [email protected]

9 Chow Ken Chung Tutor [email protected]


10 Gan Hui Wan Tutor [email protected]

11 Hin Ee Jeng (Adrian) Tutor [email protected] 12 Ho Yin Nie Winnie Tutor [email protected]

13 Jong Vui Khiun (Wilson) Tutor [email protected]

14 Joo Yong Chun (Casey) Tutor [email protected]

15 Koon Lhip Hoe (Elliott) Tutor [email protected]

16 Lam Ka Fye, Ian Tutor [email protected]

17 Loy Heng Joe Tutor [email protected]

18 Tham May Sze (Stephanie) Tutor [email protected] 19 Tiew Tok Khon Tutor [email protected]

20 Viveganathan a/l Karuppiah (Jordan) Tutor [email protected]

21 Wen Keng Foong (Eddie) Tutor [email protected]

22 Wong Hon Yen Brandon Tutor [email protected]

23 Wong May Yin (Sharon) Tutor [email protected]

24 Wong Tze Chau (Charles) Tutor [email protected]

25 Yeoh Pei Ann Lecturer [email protected] 4. Program Overview 4.1 Program Objectives and Learning Outcomes

Foundation in Music Program Objective: To equip post-SPM (or equivalent) students with music and academic skills and abilities in order to prepare them for the Bachelor of Classical Music (Honours) or Bachelor of Contemporary Music (Honours) degree programs at UCSI University. By the completion of this program:

1. Students will demonstrate skills, knowledge and understanding in relation to a number of fundamental areas within the field of music. These include musicianship, solo and ensemble performance, music literacy and keyboard competency.

2. Students will also demonstrate skills, knowledge and understanding in relation to other artistic, social, technological, intellectual and scientific fields of study.

3. Students will develop skills such as self-discipline, proper practice and learning habits and the ability to construct their own knowledge.

4. Students will develop an ability to express, articulate and communicate ideas effectively both orally and in written form.

Bachelor of Classical Music (Honours)


Program Objective: To train professional musicians in the field of classical music especially in the areas of education and performance, thereby fulfilling the human resource needs of the country in the field of music. By the completion of this program:

1. Students will demonstrate skills, knowledge and understanding in the core fields of classical music including music theory, ear training or aural skills, music history, and both solo and ensemble performance.

2. Students will demonstrate skills, knowledge and understanding in a range of chosen or elective specialties such as advanced theory and analysis, pedagogy, and piano music literature.

3. Students will demonstrate advanced levels of skill, creativity and artistic understanding, informed by the experiences of those at the forefront of their profession, in one major instrument in ways that demonstrate a professional approach to their work through the presentation of a recital, or in the case of composition, completion of a project/portfolio.

4. Students will demonstrate an ability to construct informed judgments within their creative/practical/intellectual activity such as the critical appraisal of performances or compositions and reflection on relevant social, historical, artistic and intellectual issues.

5. Students will demonstrate transferable skills and qualities, including teamwork, leadership, confidence, reliability, adaptability and integrity through ensemble work and class projects.

6. Students will demonstrate an ability to communicate information, ideas and arguments both orally and in written form to a variety of audiences.

Bachelor of Contemporary Music (Honours) Program Objective: To train professional musicians in the field of contemporary music especially in the areas performance and composition/arrangements, thereby fulfilling the human resource needs of the country in the field of music. By the completion of this program:

1. Students will demonstrate skills, knowledge and understanding in the core fields of contemporary music including music theory, ear training or aural skills, music history, solo and ensemble performance, composing/arranging, and music technology.

2. Students will demonstrate advanced levels of skill, creativity and artistic understanding, informed by the experiences of those at the forefront of their profession, in one major instrument in ways that demonstrates a professional approach to their work through the presentation of a recital, or in the case of composition, completion of a project/portfolio.

3. Students will demonstrate an ability to construct informed judgments within their creative/practical activity such as the critical appraisal of performances or compositions and reflection on relevant social, historical, artistic and intellectual issues.

4. Students will demonstrate transferable skills and qualities, including teamwork, leadership, confidence, reliability, adaptability and integrity through ensemble work and class projects.

5. Students will demonstrate an ability to communicate information, ideas and arguments both orally and in written form to a variety of audiences.

4.2 Admission and Language Requirements For Foundation in Music program: 1. Academic Requirements Candidates must fulfill ONE of the following:

SPM/ O- Levels Min 5 credits UEC Min 3 credits

2. English Requirements Candidates must obtain one of the following:


A distinction in SPM / UEC English, MUET Band 5, or a score of 213 (computer-based) / 550 (writing-based) / 79 - 80 (Internet-based) in TOEFL, or Band 5.5 in IELTS

If English Language requirements are not fulfilled, additional English module(s) will be made compulsory 3. Music Requirements Candidate must pass the Institute of Music audition and placement tests, as follows:

Performance audition Aural Test Theory Test

For Bachelor of Classical Music (Hons.) and Bachelor of Contemporary Music (Hons.) programs: 1. Academic Requirements Candidates must fulfill ONE of the following:

STPM/ A- Levels/ equivalent Min 2 Principals UEC Min 5 credits

2. English Requirements Candidates must obtain one of the following:

A distinction in SPM / UEC English, MUET Band 5, or a score of 213 (computer-based) / 550 (writing based) / 79 - 80 (Internet-based) in TOEFL, or Band 5.5 in IELTS

If English Language requirements are not fulfilled, additional English module(s) will be made compulsory 3. Music Requirements Candidate must pass the Institute of Music audition and placement tests, as follows:

Performance audition Listening Test Aural Test Theory Test

4.3 Program Structure

Bachelor of Classical Music (Honours) Year 1 Semester 1 (Long) Semester 2 (Long) Semester 3 (Short) Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours

Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours

Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours

Core: SC001 or SC031

Choir 1 or Orchestra 1

2 SC002 or SC032


2 SC102 Music Theory 2 3

SC081 Recital Attendance 1

0 SC051 CME 1 2 SN162 Music Technology 1

2


SC091 Masterclass Attendance 1

0 SC082 Recital Attendance 2

0

SC101 Music Theory 1 3 SC092 Masterclass Attendance 2

0

SC121 Aural Skills 1 2 SC122 Aural Skills 2 2 SC141 Introduction to

Music History 3 SC142 Malaysian Music 3

SN161 Notation Software and MIDI

1 SC182 Major Instrument 2

4

SC181 Major Instrument 1

4 SE120 University Reading & Writing

3

MPU Courses/Electives: LL101 University Life 3 WJB301 Hubungan

Etnik** 3 Elective 1 3

ECA100 Extra-Curricular Learning Experience 1

1 Elective 2 2

Total: 19 Total: 19 Total: 10 * Major Instrument is a music core subject; Minor Instrument is an elective subject **International students will take WJB303 Pengajian Malaysia Year 2 Semester 1 (Long) Semester 2 (Long) Semester 3 (Short) Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours

Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours

Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours



2 SC004 or SC034


2 SC241 or 242

Music History 1 or 2

3

SC052 CME 2 2 SC053 CME 3 2 SC083 Recital

Attendance 3 0 SC084 Recital

Attendance 4 0


0 SC094 Masterclass Attendance 4

0

SC201 Music Theory 3 3 SC202 Music Theory 4 3 SC221 Aural Skills 3 2 SC222 Aural Skills 4 2 SC225 Conducting

Skills 2 SC226 Keyboard Skills 2

SC243 Music Research Methodology

2 SC241 or 242

Music History 1 or 2

3

SC281 Major Instrument 3

4 SC282 Major Instrument 4

4

MPU Courses/Electives: ECA200 Extra-Curricular

Learning Experience 2

1 Elective 1 2 Elective 1 3

Elective 1 2


Total: 18 Total: 20 Total: 8 * Major Instrument is a music core subject; Minor Instrument is an elective subject ** International students will take WJB304 Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3 Year 3 Semester 1 (Long) Semester 2 (Long) Semester 3 (Short) Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours

Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours

Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours



2 SC006 or SC036


2 SC389 Internship 6

SC054 CME 4 2 SC086 Recital Attendance 6

0

SC085 Recital Attendance 5

0 SC096 Masterclass Attendance 6

0


0 SC382 or SC386

Final Year Performance 2 or Final Year Research Project 2

4

SC381 or SC385


4

SC341 Music & Modernism

3



1 WJB302 Tamandun Islam dan Tamadun Asia**

3

SN264 Music Industry in Malaysia

2 Elective 1 3

Elective 1 2 Elective 2 2 Total: 16 Total: 14 Total: 6

Bachelor of Contemporary Music (Honours) Year 1 Semester 1 (Long) Semester 2 (Long) Semester 3 (Short) Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours

Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours

Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours



2 SC002 or SC032


2 SN102 Music Theory 2 3

SN081 Recital 0 SN051 Modern Band 1 2 SN162 Music 2


Attendance 1 Technology 1 SN091 Masterclass

Attendance 1 0 SN082 Recital

Attendance 2 0

SN101 Music Theory 1 3 SN092 Masterclass Attendance 2

0

SN121 Aural Skills 1 2 SN122 Aural Skills 2 2 SN141 Introduction to

Popular Music History

3 SC142 Malaysian Music 3

SN161 Notation Software and MIDI

1 SN182 Major Instrument 2

4

SN181 Major Instrument 1

4 SE120 University Reading & Writing

3

MPU Courses/Electives: ECA Extra-Curricular


1 WJB301 Hubungan Etnik**

3 Elective 1 3

LL101 University Life 3 Elective 2 2

Total: 19 Total: 19 Total: 10 * Major Instrument is a music core subject; Minor Instrument is an elective subject **International students will take WJB303 Pengajian Malaysia Year 2 Semester 1 (Long) Semester 2 (Long) Semester 3 (Short) Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours

Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours

Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours



2 SC004 or SC034


2 SN241 or 242

Popular Music History 1 or 2

3

SN052 Modern Band 2 2 SN053 Modern Band 3 2 SN083 Recital

Attendance 3 0 SN084 Recital

Attendance 4 0

SN093 Masterclass Attendance 3

0 SN094 Masterclass Attendance 4

0

SN201 Music Theory 3 3 SN202 Music Theory 4 3 SN221 Aural Skills 3 2 SN222 Aural Skills 4 2 SC243 Music Research

Methodology 2 SN241 or

242 Popular Music History 1 or 2

3

SN262 Music Technology 2

2 SN282 Major Instrument 4

4

SN281 Major Instrument 3

4


Learning 1 WJB302 Tamadun Islam

dan Tamadun 3 Elective 1 2


Experience 2 Asia** Elective 1 2 Elective 2 2

Total: 20 Total: 19 Total: 7 * Major Instrument is a music core subject; Minor Instrument is an elective subject ** International students will take WJB304 Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3 Year 3 Semester 1 (Long) Semester 2 (Long) Semester 3 (Short) Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours

Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours

Course Code

Course Description

Credit Hours



2 SC006 or SC036


2 SN389 Internship 6

SN054 Modern Band 4 2 SN086 Recital Attendance 6

0

SN085 Recital Attendance 5

0 SN096 Masterclass Attendance 6

0

SN095 Masterclass Attendance 5

0 SN382 or SN386


4

SN381 or SN385


4

SN341 Music and Popular Culture

3



1 Elective 1 2

SN264 Music Industry in Malaysia

2 Elective 2 3

Elective 2 2 Elective 3 3 Total: 16 Total: 14 Total: 6

4.4 Course Selection All course selection will be conducted towards the end of each semester, usually in Week 12. The Head of Programme (HoP) will approve or reject the application one week after the course selection has ended. Selection of subjects with wrong titles and codes will be rejected by the HoPs.


After the HoP has approved or rejected the application, students are responsible to check their course selection status/confirmation online. Should students add or drop courses at the beginning of the semester, they are also responsible to check if the application is approved. Students are advised to print a copy of the course confirmation and keep it for their reference. 4.4.1 Definition of Course Types, Course Codes, Credit Hours and Graduation Requirements Course types

a) Core - compulsory courses that students must complete b) Electives - optional courses that students can choose from a selection c) Prerequisites - courses that students are required to complete prior to taking an advanced course

Course Codes For music subjects, course codes are categorized in reference to the respective years of study:

Course codes Year of study SC/SN/SF100 Degree 1st year Foundation 1-year SC/SN200 Degree 2nd year SC/SN300 Degree 3rd year

Credit hours Credit Hour is a unit of measurement given to a student to complete an academic course. In general, 1 credit hour equates to 40 hours of SLT (Student Learning Time), although practical subjects may require more hours of work. Graduation Requirements Foundation/Degree students must fulfill 50/130 credits respectively to graduate from the program:

No. of credits Course types Foundation Degree

(Classical) Degree

(Contemporary) Core 34 94 92 Electives 16 19 21 MPU - 14 14 University Core - 3 3 Recital & Masterclass Attendance 0

(2 semesters) 0

(6 semesters) 0

(6 semesters) TOTAL credits 50 130 130

4.4.2 Guide to Course Selection You will need to log in and select the courses online via IIS, after meeting with the HoP (Classical Music Degree / Contemporary Music Degree / Foundation in Music). Below are some guidelines for you.

1. Before choosing your courses, please consult the updated listing of courses offered for the next semester on our notice board. Choose only courses that will be offered (marked Y), and be sure that you have the pre-requisites. These documents are posted on our notice board.


2. The minimum and maximum number of credit hours a student can take per semester as follows:

Program Minimum Maximum Foundation 15 18 Degree (Long Semester) 15 20 Degree (Short Semester)* 9 10

(*September-October Semester) In a long semester (January-April and May-August of each academic year), a full-time student is required to undertake four (4) or five (5) courses, or 15 credit hours, whichever is higher. In a short semester (September-October), a full-time student are expected to undertake approximately two (2) courses, or nine (9) credit hours, whichever is higher. If you wish to take an overload (more than the maximum stated above), you have to either see the HoP first or justify with good reasons in the remark column when you do course selection. If you attempt to sign up for more than maximum hours without a convincing reason, we will simply reject some courses in your course selection application.

3. For all Foundation in Music students who are in the final semester: your HoP will meet you all in a separate session. You will have to wait for the release of your results at the beginning of the next semester to do course selection, and you would be allowed to register for classes in the degree program only when you pass all your courses in the Foundation program. However, please fill in the online Student Feedback form for each of your courses this semester before the deadline (end of Week 12).

4. For continuing Foundation in Music students: First, take the next level of (i) Major and Minor Instruments, (ii) Choir or Orchestra (iii) Music Theory Rudiments, (iv) Musicianship Skills, and (v) Practical Skills, until you complete level 2. Then, if you still have room left; select other remaining elective subjects. Please note that the government has issued a directive that all students must complete the 50 credit hours required at the foundation level in order to proceed to the degree program.

5. For continuing BMus (Classical and Contemporary) students: First take the next level of (i) Major Instrument, (ii) Orchestra/Choir, (iii) CME/MB, (iv) Music Theory, (v) Aural Skills, (vi) Music History/Popular Music History, (vii) MPU subjects, (viii) any other core subjects, and (ix) Minor Instrument [this is an elective], until you complete all the required levels, if these are offered. Then, if you still have room left, select other remaining elective subjects.

6. Important Notes Regarding Modern Band: The final decision on changes, additions, and deletion of Modern Band studies must be made during the course selection week to avoid creating scheduling issues when we assign band members and band coaches to you for coaching sessions. Please note that UCSIs add/drop deadline at the beginning of each semester is NOT applicable for Modern Band studies; in other words, the Institute of Music does NOT allow add/drop of Modern Band course after the course selection week. You are advised to consider and make your decision carefully during course selection period. If you fail to do course selection for Modern Band courses, you may be assigned and grouped to an incomplete band as other bands are already filled up.

7. Important Notes Regarding Major and Minor Instruments: The final decision on changes, additions, and deletion of all Major and Minor Instrument studies must be made during the course selection week to avoid creating confusion when we assign teachers to you for these individual lessons. Please note that UCSIs add/drop deadline at the beginning of each semester is NOT applicable for Major and Minor Instruments; in other words, the Institute of Music does NOT allow add/drop of Major and Minor Instruments after the course selection week. You are advised to consider and make your decision carefully during course selection period. If you fail to do course selection for Major and Minor Instruments, you may not be assigned to the same studio in the next or later semester if your instructors studio is already filled up.

8. Course selection for Major and Minor Instruments: after selecting the correct course code, you must indicate your instrument for each code so that we would know what you are taking (e.g. SN182 Major Instrument 1: contemporary piano, SN192 Minor Instrument 2: classical violin). If you do not indicate your instrument, then we cannot assign you an appropriate instructor.

9. Changes in Minor Instrument: You must explain in your online course selection under the Remarks column if you would like to: (i) Add/change/drop Minor Instrument (ii) Extend the Minor Instrument study to 1 hour (instead of 1/2 hour)


10. Request for change of teacher for Minor Instrument: First, inform your current teacher and make known to them your request and reason for change or stopping lessons. Then, state your request in your online course selection under the Remarks column.

11. Request for Change of Major Instrument Instructor: You must submit the Change of Major Instrument Instructor Form to the Music Office personally by the last day of classes in each semester. Any verbal or online request will not be entertained. Under normal circumstances a student should study with a major instructor for at least 2 semesters before requesting for any change.

12. Course codes: Please check your course codes carefully, especially for courses with multiple levels (e.g. major and minor instruments, ensembles, and attendance). First, make sure you know which level you are currently taking in this semester or have taken previously (you may check your course confirmation from IIS), then sign up for the next level for next semester.


4.4.3 Course Offering Chart by semester (Y-table)


4.4.4 Course Synopsis ECA100 Extra-Curricular Learning Experience 1 Pre-requisite: None Co-curricular activities prepare students for experiential learning. Students learn about the theoretical framework in the classroom and with Co Curriculum Course made available and compulsory to students, it provides the opportunities for students to work in teams, to exercise leadership, and to take the initiative themselves. Students will be grown to be better rounded in all aspect and these experiences add on to the employability value of the students. This course highlights the importance of outside classroom or experiential learning that enables students to exercise pertinent soft skills such as leading and managing teamwork, articulating ideas, strategic planning, and evaluation skills. ECA200 Extra-Curricular Learning Experience 2 Pre-requisite: ECA100 Extra-Curricular Learning Experience 1 ECA200 serves as a platform for students who have learned and eagerly wanting to try on learned knowledge into the practical world. Students may not hold key position in a club or association but are being trained to assume key position or given more responsibilities later in ECA300. ECA300 Extra-Curricular Learning Experience 3 Pre-requisite: ECA200 Extra-Curricular Learning Experience 2 ECA300 focuses on integrating the learned knowledge from ECA100 and 200 into the practical world. Students achievement and performance will be measure based on the outcome of an event. LL101 University Life Pre-requisite: None University Life is a course that focuses on preparing first-year students to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and application abilities to successfully function within a higher education environment. It provides students with the theoretical knowledge and emphasizes on the ability to manage knowledge and information, which entails the transfer of learning related to academic work. Students will be exposed to different opportunities that require them to utilize creative and critical thinking skills as well as problem-solving abilities to work as individuals and as a group. The culmination of this course will be a community-based project. SE120 University Reading and Writing Pre-requisite: None This course provides a comprehensive knowledge on the grammatical rules of English language and equips the students the necessary language skills in their major writing tasks in both minor and major courses. Students are also exposed on the nature and techniques of essay writing and term paper writing. Moreover, reading is integrated in all grammar and writing lessons. SC001SC006 Choir 16 Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission This course provides students an acquaintance with choral repertoire and performance experience as members of a large ensemble. In addition, students are given instruction and guidance during weekly rehearsals to help improve their singing skills (e.g. breathing, tone, posture, diction). SC031SC036 Orchestra 16 Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission This course is designed for students who major in or play an orchestral instrument. It provides them an acquaintance with orchestral repertoire and experience in preparing and performing orchestral music. SC051SC054 Chamber Music Ensemble 14 Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Chamber music ensemble is designed to provide students with experience in preparing and presenting chamber music involving their major instrument. Students are introduced to the skills on ensemble playing through practical work; tutored rehearsals; string, wind, brass, and piano techniques; language/diction for singers; and concert


performances. Students will be expected to work on progressively more challenging and extensive ensemble repertoire as they progress from level 1 to 4; a list of suggested repertoire appropriate for Year 1 and Year 2 is available on the university website for the students reference and guidance. SC081SC086 Recital Attendance 16 Pre-requisite: The previous level All music majors are required to undertake 6 levels of Recital Attendances offered only in the long semesters of Year 1-3. This module is designed to enhance students concert etiquette on-stage (performer) and off-stage (audience), and to encourage student leadership and teamwork in a recital setting. Students are required to attend at least 8 on-campus recitals per semester in order to fulfill each level of the Recital Attendance. Under the guidance of lecturers, students will be able to apply knowledge gained from various subjects in a real-life performance setting (stage management, audio setup, performance professionalism and so forth). SC091SC096 Masterclass Attendance 16 Pre-requisite: The previous level All music majors are required to undertake 6 levels of Masterclass Attendances offered only in the long semesters of Year 1-3. The Institute of Music invites several guest artists to conduct masterclasses each semester. These may include any of the following activities such as presentation, workshop, lecture, seminar, discussion of performance techniques and interpretation. Students are required to attend all masterclasses conducted each semester, including the Institute of Music General Meeting. Failure to fulfill the Masterclass Attendance will result in an Unsatisfactory (U) grade and student will need to repeat the course. SC101 Music Theory 1 Pre-requisite: SF102 Music Theory Rudiments 2 or School of Music permission Music Theory 14 is a series of courses designed to provide a thorough understanding of tonal music theory and an introduction to twentieth-century music theory. Music Theory 1 is an initial study of the techniques and materials of tonal music. Non-chord-tones, cadences, voice leading, three- and four- part writing, analysis of music consisting of diatonic triads and seventh chords will be covered. Students will also be introduced to elementary analysis of phrase structure and basic instrumentation. SC102 Music Theory 2 Pre-requisite: SC101 Music Theory 1 A continuation of Music Theory 1, Music Theory 2 is a further study of diatonic harmony and an initial study of chromaticism, including elementary modulatory techniques. Voice leading, three- and four-part writing and analysis of music consisting of diatonic triads and seventh chords, secondary functions as well as mode mixture will be covered. Small forms (i.e. binary, rounded binary and ternary forms) are introduced. SC121 Aural Skills 1 Pre-requisite: SF122 Musicianship Skills 2, SF132 Practical Skills 2 or Institute of Music permission The Aural Skills module consists of a series of courses designed to train and develop aural, notation, and sight singing skills through a systematic and progressive study of the melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic building blocks commonly applied in Classical and Contemporary repertoires. The integration between hearing, singing, and dictation skills is emphasized throughout the courses. In correspondence with Theory 1, Aural Skills 1 covers materials found in purely diatonic settings. SC122 Aural Skills 2 Pre-requisite: SC121 Aural Skills 1, SC101 Music Theory 1 The Aural Skills module consists of a series of courses designed to train and develop aural, notation, and sight singing skills through a systematic and progressive study of the melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic building blocks commonly applied in Classical and Contemporary repertoires. The integration between hearing, singing, and notation skills is emphasized throughout the courses. A continuation of Aural Skills 1, Aural Skills 2 expands the scope of training to cover secondary functions and modal interchange.


SC131 English Diction Pre-requisite: None This course provides the basics of English diction and how it is applied in singing. It introduces the use of the International Phonetic Alphabet for the study of speech sounds. Vocal majors are strongly encouraged to take this class during their course of study. SC132 French Diction Pre-requisite: SC131 English Diction This course provides the basics of French diction and how it is applied in singing. Vocal majors are strongly encouraged to take this class during their course of study. SC133 German Diction Pre-requisite: SC131 English Diction This course provides the basics of German diction and how it is applied in singing. Vocal majors are strongly encouraged to take this class during their course of study. SC134 Italian Diction Pre-requisite: SC131 English Diction This course provides the basics of Italian diction and how it is applied in singing. Vocal majors are strongly encouraged to take this class during their course of study. SC141 Introduction to Music History Pre-requisite: None This course is intended to introduce students, who may have no prior background in music history, to the study of music history itself as well as to the broad content of the subject. It is therefore at once both an introduction to the techniques and protocols of music history as a subject of study and an overview of the principal periods, styles, genres and techniques of music from earliest times to recent manifestations. Topics covered in the study of music history include historiography, bibliography, research techniques, academic honesty, essay writing techniques and so on. A broad survey necessarily precludes the close attention to individual masterpieces that characterizes Music History I and II. Rather, the emphasis is on the acquisition of content knowledge related to period style, composers, forms, styles, genres, instrumentation and so on. SC142 Malaysian Music Pre-requisite: None This course is an introduction to the development of music in Malaysia, and covers five main areas: classical music, folk music, syncretic music, and popular music, and art music. SC180 Major Instrument (Y1 Short Sem Ext) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who wish to continue taking extra/extended major instrument study during the short semester (Year 1) could choose to register for this subject. SC181SC182 Major Instrument 12 Pre-requisite: The previous level All music majors are required to undertake performance study in one instrument or voice in the first two years of the degree program. The first year of study is regarded as a basic building and consolidation period. A separate syllabus is available for each instrument offered, which provides details on suggested repertoire for each level/year of study, technical and sight-reading requirements, and jury examination requirements. In addition to weekly individual lessons with an assigned instructor, students will also be guided on and gain exposure to concert practice related to their major instrument through scheduled and supervised recital performances. SC183SC184 Second Major Instrument 12 Pre-requisite: The previous level This applies to students who are taking double major in the first two years of the degree program. The first year of study is regarded as a basic building and consolidation period. A separate syllabus is available for each instrument offered, which provides details on suggested repertoire for each level/year of study, technical and sight-reading


requirements, and jury examination requirements. In addition to weekly individual lessons with an assigned instructor, students will also be guided on and gain exposure to concert practice related to their major instrument through scheduled and supervised recital performances. SC185 Second Major Instrument (Y1 Short Sem Ext) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who are taking double major and wish to continue taking extra/extended second major instrument study during the short semester (Year 1) could choose to register for this subject. SC191SC192 Minor Instrument 12 Pre-requisite: The previous level This is performance study in the students second instrument. One hour of daily practice is expected. SC193 Minor Instrument (Ext 1) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who wish to continue taking extra/extended minor instrument study after completing SC292 Minor Instrument 4 could choose to register for this subject. SC194 Minor Instrument (Ext 2) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who are taking two minor instruments and wish to continue taking extra/extended second minor instrument study after completing SC292 Minor Instrument 4 could choose to register for this subject. SC201 Music Theory 3 Pre-requisite: SC102 Music Theory 2 A continuation of Music Theory 2, Music Theory 3 is a further study of chromatic vocabulary and advanced modulations. Voice leading, three- and four-part writing and analysis of music consisting of chromatic chords, enharmonicism and further elements of the harmonic vocabulary will be covered. The classical sonata form is introduced. SC202 Music Theory 4 Pre-requisite: SC201 Music Theory 3 A continuation of Music Theory 3 and a culmination of the four-semester study in music theory, Music Theory 4 is a study of advanced harmonic vocabulary and practices in late-nineteenth century music as well as an initial study of the techniques and materials (i.e. expanded tonality, atonality and serialism) of twentieth-century music. SC211 Analysis Pre-requisite: SC202 Music Theory 4 This course introduces students to the theory and practice of music analysis. Throughout the course the fundamental question to be addressed is: how does a given piece of music work or function. The course is, therefore, much more concerned with the individual work than a course in music history or critical musicology to which it forms a valuable complement. The course examines a wide range of music including work from the period of common practice as well as atonal and serial music. SC212 Counterpoint Pre-requisite: SC102 Music Theory 2 This course follows the species approach to counterpoint but within a broadly eighteenth-century or common practice repertoire of harmonic and melodic resource. This enables students to acquire fundamental skills in contrapuntal writing within a familiar stylistic framework but without the heavy emphasis on stylistic fidelity that accompanies contrapuntal writing in earlier periods. SC213 Baroque Techniques Pre-requisite: SC212 Counterpoint Baroque Workshop builds on the knowledge, skill and understanding achieved through the study of species counterpoint in Counterpoint I, and applies this within the formal and stylistic context of the Baroque invention and


fugue. The course therefore focuses on imitative contrapuntal technique and culminates in the composition of both a two-part invention and a four-part fugue. SC214 Classical Workshop Pre-requisite: SC141 Introduction to Music History, SC201 Music Theory 3 This workshop explores the expressive impact of classical music and examines various issues arising from a detailed study of its musical language and style. Compositional, analytical, and writing skills will be developed. SC215 Innovation Workshop Pre-requisite: SC141 Introduction to Music History, SC202 Music Theory 4 Broadly speaking the early stages of European modernism in music saw composers adopting one of two paths in their pursuit of the new. For composers in the French/Russian axis (e.g. Scriabin, Debussy) the path to the new was closely allied to the search for new musical materials (archaic, exotic, synthetic) but used within a tonal context; for composers within the Austro-German axis (Schoenberg, Webern, Berg), the new was seen to lie in the direction of ever increasing chromaticism and a concomitant weakening of diatonicism and functional tonality. This course explores both paths, principally through the music of Debussy and Schoenberg. The course also surveys the theoretical background, arising principally from the work of Samson, Perle, and Babbitt, within which this music can best be discussed. In addition, students will explore techniques and ideas related to the music being studied through the medium of pastiche composition. SC216 Instrumentation Pre-requisite: SC/SN141 Introduction to (Pop) Music History, SC/SN102 Music Theory 2, SC/SN122 Aural Skills 2 This course is concerned with scoring for instruments of the woodwind, brass, strings and percussion sections of the modern orchestra. These instruments will be studied through the examination of scores from the literature as well as through the creative application of writing skills. Extensive listening to orchestral pieces is emphasized in this course, as it provides the essential framework for a study of orchestration. SC221 Aural Skills 3 Pre-requisite: SC122 Aural Skills 2, SC102 Music Theory 2 The Aural Skills module consists of a series of courses designed to train and develop aural, notation, and sight singing skills through a systematic and progressive study of the melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic building blocks commonly applied in Classical repertoires. The integration between hearing, singing, and notation skills is emphasized throughout the courses. Aural Skills 3 extends the coverage to chromatic materials within tonal music that correlates with Theory 3. SC222 Aural Skills 4 Pre-requisite: SC221 Aural Skills 3, SC201 Music Theory 3 The Aural Skills module consists of a series of courses designed to train and develop aural, notation, and sight singing skills through a systematic and progressive study of the melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic building blocks commonly applied in Classical repertoires. The integration between hearing, singing, and notation skills is emphasized throughout the courses. Aural Skills 4 is the culmination of the Aural Skills module in which all materials of tonal music are explored, including some twentieth-century idioms. SC225 Conducting Skills Pre-requisite: SC/SN102 Music Theory 2, SC/SN122 Aural Skills 2 This course aims to provide the student with the foundations of a sound conducting technique. The techniques of score preparation and rehearsals are also covered. These techniques will be explored in relation to both instrumental and choral conducting while not aiming to focus on either in particular. SC226 Keyboard Skills Pre-requisite: SC102 Music Theory 2, SC122 Aural Skills 2 This course focuses on a range of keyboard skills (such as transposition and score reading) that are useful in the profession and aims to develop theoretical musicianship through practical application.


SC231 Piano Pedagogy 1 Pre-requisite: SC/SN141 Introduction to Music History, SC/SN182 Major Instrument 2 or Institute of Music permission This course will introduce students to various teaching materials used to enhance the teaching-learning process. They will learn and understand the structure of curriculum for individual and group lessons, and develop teaching skills through critical thinking and mock teachings. SC232 Piano Pedagogy 2 Pre-requisite: SC/SN141 Introduction to Music History, SC/SN182 Major Instrument 2 orInstitute of Music permission This course offers a working knowledge of materials and teaching strategies appropriate for piano teaching in a comprehensive-musicianship setting, at the intermediate and advanced levels. SC241 Music History 1 Pre-requisite: SC141 Introduction to Music History The course will acquaint the student with the principal styles, forms and repertory of Western art music from circa 1650 to circa 1815. Analysis of and listening to selected scores are of central importance to the course. SC242 Music History 2 Pre-requisite: SC141 Introduction to Music History The course will acquaint the student with the principal styles, forms and repertory of Western art music from circa 1815 to circa 1900. Analysis of and listening to selected scores are of central importance to the course. SC243 Music Research Methodology Pre-requisite: SC141 Introduction to Music History or SN141 Introduction to Pop Music History This course introduces a framework for undertaking research in music history, music analysis and music performance, depending on the interests of individual students. The course provides training in research techniques, and prepares students for the writing of an annotated research bibliography and a research paper. SC251 Piano Literature 1 Pre-requisite: SC141 Introduction to Music History, SC102 Music Theory 2 This course surveys the solo literature for keyboard/piano from the fourteenth to the early nineteenth century, up to the piano works of Beethoven and Schubert. SC252 Piano Literature 2 Pre-requisite: SC141 Introduction to Music History, SC102 Music Theory 2 This course surveys the solo literature for piano from the nineteenth to the end of the twentieth century. SC256 Performances Practices Pre-requisite: SC141 Introduction to Music History, SC102 Music Theory 2 This course examines various issues confronting performers arising from the authenticity movement, performance practice, and interpretation of music from different style periods. Students will explore these issues through performance, reading and class discussion, comparisons of performances (recorded and live), and research of related literature. Problem-based learning approach along with some lectures will be used. SC280 Major Instrument (Y2 Short Sem Ext) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who wish to continue taking extra/extended major instrument study during the short semester (Year 2) could choose to register for this subject. SC281SC282 Major Instrument 34 Pre-requisite: The previous level A continuation of Major Instrument 12, in the second year, students are expected to show development of greater technical fluency and speed and to perform their pieces with greater authority and confidence. A separate syllabus is available for each instrument offered, which provides details on suggested repertoire for each level/year of study, technical and sight-reading requirements, and jury examination requirements. In addition to weekly individual


lessons with an assigned instructor, students will also be guided on and gain exposure to concert practice related to their major instrument through scheduled and supervised recital performances. SC283SC284 Second Major Instrument 34 Pre-requisite: The previous level A continuation of Second Major Instrument 12, in the second year, students are expected to show development of greater technical fluency and speed and to perform their pieces with greater authority and confidence. A separate syllabus is available for each instrument offered, which provides details on suggested repertoire for each level/year of study, technical and sight-reading requirements, and jury examination requirements. In addition to weekly individual lessons with an assigned instructor, students will also be guided on and gain exposure to concert practice related to their major instrument through scheduled and supervised recital performances. SC285 Second Major Instrument (Y2 Short Sem Ext) Pre-requisite: Instituteof Music permission Students who are taking double major and wish to continue taking extra/extended second major instrument study during the short semester (Year 2) could choose to register for this subject. SC291SC292 Minor Instrument 34 Pre-requisite: The previous level This is performance study in the students second instrument. One hour of daily practice is expected. SC341 Music and Modernism Pre-requisite: SC241 Music History 1, SC242 Music History 2, SC202 Music Theory 4 This course corresponds approximately to the chronological period bounded by the beginning of the twentieth century at one end and the advent of post-modernism in the late 1970s at the other. As with Music History 1 and 2, the emphasis is on the music of the period and its individual masterworks. However, greater account is taken of the periods cultural climate of ideas and crosscurrents with other artistic, intellectual, political, social and economic trends are explored. SC380 Major Instrument (Y3 Short Sem Ext) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who wish to continue taking extra/extended major instrument study during the short semester (Year 3) could choose to register for this subject. SC381SC382 Final Year Performance 12 Pre-requisite: SC282 Major Instrument 4, SC243 Music Research Methodology All students in the final year must choose to undertake either a research or performance project. Students who choose the performance option will be perform a concerto movement (or a work written for the instrument with orchestral accompaniment) and a public solo recital program in the final year on their major instrument. They will also write program notes for the music they perform. A separate syllabus is available for each instrument offered, which provides details on suggested repertoire appropriate for this level and the jury/recital examination requirements. In addition to weekly individual lessons with an assigned instructor, students will also be guided on and gain exposure to concert practice related to their major instrument through scheduled and supervised recital performances. SC385SC386 Final Year Research Project 12 Pre-requisite: SC282 Major Instrument 4, SC243 Music Research Methodology All students in the final year must choose to undertake either a research or performance project. Students who choose the research option will undertake a research project and produce a dissertation. This exact content of this course depends on the nature of the individual projects themselves. All student taking this option should first plan and make an informal proposal to the Course Coordinator towards the end of the semester immediately prior to the start of the project. Depending on student numbers, the initial work of the course will be in the form of group seminars covering a revision of basic research skills and the principles of project design. Following this, there will be a sequence of individual tutorials that are largely responsive to the evolving circumstances of individual research projects.


SC387 Final Year Research Project (Short Sem Ext) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who require more time and wish to continue extended major study on the Research Project during Year 3 short semester could choose to register for this subject. SC388 Final Year Research Project (Long Sem Ext) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who require more time and wish to continue extended major study on the Research Project after Year 3 could choose to register for this subject. SC389 Internship Pre-requisite: Completion of 90% of the degree program Students will complete a 14-week Internship with a company in the music or performing-arts related industry which can offer a varied, practical and challenging learning experience. Such a company might be in any of the principal sectors of the industry such as education (such as schools and music centers), recording, music production, publishing, concert promotion, event organizing, etc. The Internship will be supervised by a sponsor from the host company and an appointed music staff. SC390 Second Major Final Year Performance (Short Sem Ext) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who are taking double major and wish to continue extended second major study on the Performance Project during Year 3 short semester could choose to register for this subject. SC391 Final Year Performance (Short Sem Ext) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who require more time and wish to continue extended major study on the Performance project during Year 3 short semester could choose to register for this subject. SC393 Second Major Final Year Performance (Long Sem Ext) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who are taking double major and wish to continue extended second major study on the Performance Project after Year 3 could choose to register for this subject. SF001SC002 Choir 12 Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission This course provides students an acquaintance with choral repertoire and performance experience as members of a large ensemble. In addition, students are given instruction and guidance during weekly rehearsals to help improve their singing skills (e.g. breathing, tone, posture, diction). SC031SC032 Orchestra 12 Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission This course is designed for students who major in or play an orchestral instrument. It provides them an acquaintance with orchestral repertoire and experience in preparing and performing orchestral music. SF081SF082Recital Attendance 12 Pre-requisite: The previous level All music majors are required to undertake 2 levels of Recital Attendances offered only in the long. This module is designed to enhance students concert etiquette on-stage (performer) and off-stage (audience), and to encourage student leadership and teamwork in a recital setting. Students are required to attend at least 8 on-campus recitals per semester in order to fulfill each level of the Recital Attendance. Under the guidance of lecturers, students will be able to apply knowledge gained from various subjects in a real-life performance setting (stage management, audio setup, performance professionalism and so forth). SF091SF092 Masterclass Attendance 12 Pre-requisite: The previous level All music majors are required to undertake 2 levels of Masterclass Attendances offered only in the long semesters.


The Institute of Music invites several guest artists to conduct masterclasses each semester. These may include any of the following activities such as presentation, workshop, lecture, seminar, discussion of performance techniques and interpretation. Students are required to attend all masterclasses conducted each semester, including the Institute of Music General Meeting. Failure to fulfill the Masterclass Attendance will result in an Unsatisfactory (U) grade and student will need to repeat the course. SF101 Music Theory Rudiments 1 Pre-requisite: None Music Theory Rudiments 12 is a series of courses designed to provide a strong foundation of basic musical concepts for progression to both the classical and contemporary music degree programs. Music Theory Rudiments 1 begins with a review of the basics in Western music notation, and provides study of pitch, scale, key signatures, all diatonic triads, 7th chords, and Italian/ German musical terms and signs. SF102 Music Theory Rudiments 2 Pre-requisite: SF101 Music Theory Rudiments 1 A continuation of Music Theory Rudiments 1, Music Theory Rudiments 2 completes and provides a comprehensive study of the basic materials in tonal music, covering the elements of pitch, rhythm, triads, chords, simple harmonic analysis, cadences, lead sheet symbols and Italian/ German/ French musical terms and signs. SF121 Musicianship Skills 1 Pre-requisite: None Musicianship Skills 1 and 2 are designed to bring students of varied backgrounds to a common skill level in Listening and Aural and to ensure a firm foundation of music literacy and vocabulary. The two courses are cumulative rather than progressive in that Musicianship 2 builds on the achievement of Musicianship 1, and the skills and understanding of Musicianship Skills 1 are reinforced and accumulated in Musicianship 2. However, in terms of the listening component, Musicianship Skills 1 focuses on the more primary aspects of musical structure such as timbre, texture, dynamics, metre and so on, while Aural similarly concentrates on fundamental pitch, chordal and rhythmic formations. SF122 Musicianship Skills 2 Pre-requisite: SF121 Musicianship Skills 1 Musicianship Skills1 and 2 are designed to bring students of varied backgrounds to a common level of Listening and Aural skill and to provide a firm foundation of music literacy and vocabulary. The two courses are cumulative as much as progressive in that Musicianship 2 builds on the achievement of Musicianship 1, and the skills and understanding of Musicianship Skills1 are reinforced and accumulated in Musicianship Skills 2. However, in terms of the listening component, Musicianship Skills 2 focuses on more advanced aspects of musical structure and organization such as form and genre, melody, theme and melodic devices, etc.; while Aural similarly concentrates on more advanced elements of pitch, harmonic and rhythmic formations. The teaching approach again integrates listening, aural, knowledge and vocabulary around a succession of central topics rather than treating them as separate components. Accordingly, both the mid-term and the final assessments are by means of a single listening paper together with a prepared CD of listening extracts. SF131 Practical Skills 1 Pre-requisite: None Sight reading (on the students instrument) is taught in relation to melodic, uni-durational pitch sequences, rhythmic patterns and chord progressions using primary triads in root position. Keyboard harmony (which is required of both keyboard and non-keyboard majors) connects with and reinforces parallel work in theory, and includes the realization of simple figured bass notation, harmonisation of cadential progressions, open score reading and playing by ear of both a short melody and a chordal progression. Vocalisation includes the singing of intervals (as required, above and below a given note), triads (either complete or individual degrees) and melodic improvisation (such as the improvisation of a consequent to a given antecedent). Rhythmic performance includes the clapping or tapping of monophonic rhythmic patterns from memory.


SF132 Practical Skills 2 Pre-requisite: SF131 Practical Skills 1 Sight reading (on the students instrument) is taught in relation to single line melodies, rhythmic patterns and chord progressions. Keyboard harmony (which is required of both keyboard and non-keyboard majors) connects with and reinforces parallel work in theory, and includes the realization of simple figured bass notation, harmonisation of cadential progressions, open score reading and playing by ear of both a short melody and a chordal progression. Vocalisation includes the singing of intervals (as required, above and below a given note), triads (either complete or individual degrees) and melodic improvisation (such as the improvisation of a consequent to a given antecedent). Rhythmic performance includes the clapping or tapping of rhythmic patterns from memory. SF180 Major Instrument (Y1 Short Sem Ext) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who wish to continue taking extra/extended major instrument study during the short semester (Year 1) could choose to register for this subject. SF181SF182 Major Instrument 12 Pre-requisite: The previous level All music majors are required to undertake performance study in one instrument or voice during studies in the program. It is regarded as a basic building and consolidation period for the transition to the degree program. A separate syllabus is available for each instrument offered, which provides details on suggested repertoire for each level of study, technical and sight reading requirements, and jury examination requirements. In addition to weekly individual lessons with an assigned instructor, students will also be guided on and gain exposure to concert practice related to their major instrument through scheduled and supervised recital performances in semester 2. SF183SF184 Second Major Instrument 12 Pre-requisite: The previous level This applies to students who are taking double major during studies in the program. It is regarded as a basic building and consolidation period for the transition to the degree program. A separate syllabus is available for each instrument offered, which provides details on suggested repertoire for each level of study, technical and sight reading requirements, and jury examination requirements. In addition to weekly individual lessons with an assigned instructor, students will also be guided on and gain exposure to concert practice related to their major instrument through scheduled and supervised recital performances in semester 2. SF186 Major Instrument (Ext 1) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who wish to continue taking extra/extended major instrument study in long semesters after completing SF182 Major Instrument 2 could choose to register for this subject. SF191SF192 Minor Instrument 12 Pre-requisite: The previous level This is performance study in the students second instrument. One hour of daily practice is expected. SF193 Minor Instrument (Ext 1) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who wish to continue taking extra/extended minor instrument study after completing SF192 Minor Instrument 2 could choose to register for this subject. SN051 Modern Band 1 Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission The Modern Band series consists of four progressive levels that deal with diverse issues of ensemble performance. Through lectures, listening sessions & guided band coaching MB 1 familiarizes the student with the functions of the different band instruments, the different stylistic patterns & rhythms appropriate for each genre in the blues/rock sphere, blues form & its variations, basic ensemble rehearsal techniques & how to prepare for a rehearsal session. It also acquaints the student with important & salient repertoire in each of the genres studied. Lastly, at this level of MB students are introduced to the concept of improvising & expressing themselves through soloing in an ensemble setting.


SN052 Modern Band 2 Pre-requisite: SN051 Modern Band 1 The Modern Band series consists of four progressive levels that deal with diverse issues of ensemble performance. Through lectures, listening sessions & guided band coaching MB 2 further explores the functions of the different band instruments, the different stylistic patterns & rhythms appropriate for each genre in the blues/rock sphere, blues form & its variations, basic ensemble rehearsal techniques & how to prepare for a rehearsal session. It also acquaints the student with important & salient repertoire in each of the genres studied. Lastly, at this level of MB students explore pentatonic soloing and learn how to improvise & express themselves through soloing in an ensemble setting. SN053 Modern Band 3 Pre-requisite: SN052 Modern Band 2 The Modern Band series consists of four progressive levels that deal with diverse issues of ensemble performance. Through lectures, listening sessions & guided band coaching MB 3 explores the functions of the different band instruments, the different stylistic patterns & rhythms appropriate for each genre in the jazz/latin sphere, rhythm changes & its variations, band arranging techniques, sound balancing & how to prepare for rehearsal sessions & performances. It also acquaints the student with important & salient repertoire in each of the genres studied. Lastly, at this level of MB students explore chord tone soloing & basic modal improvisation and learn how to express & build their musical individuality through soloing in an ensemble setting. SN054 Modern Band 4 Pre-requisite: SN053 Modern Band 3 The Modern Band series consists of four progressive levels that deal with diverse issues of ensemble performance. Through lectures, listening sessions & guided band coaching MB 4 further explores the functions of the different band instruments, the different stylistic patterns & rhythms appropriate for each genre in the jazz/latin sphere, rhythm changes & its variations, band arranging techniques, sound balancing & how to prepare for rehearsal sessions & performances. It also acquaints the student with important & salient repertoire in each of the genres studied. Lastly, at this level of MB students explore modal improvisation and venture into free form improvisation for a culmination of their ensemble studies. SN081SN086Recital Attendance 16 Pre-requisite: The previous level All music majors are required to undertake 6 levels of Recital Attendances offered only in the long semesters of Year 1-3. This module is designed to enhance students concert etiquette on-stage (performer) and off-stage (audience), and to encourage student leadership and teamwork in a recital setting. Students are required to attend at least 8 on-campus recitals per semester in order to fulfill each level of the Recital Attendance. Under the guidance of lecturers, students will be able to apply knowledge gained from various subjects in a real-life performance setting (stage management, audio setup, performance professionalism and so forth). SN091SN096 Masterclass Attendance 16 Pre-requisite: The previous level All music majors are required to undertake 6 levels of Masterclass Attendances offered only in the long semesters of Year 1-3. The Institute of Music invites several guest artists to conduct masterclasses each semester. These may include any of the following activities such as presentation, workshop, lecture, seminar, discussion of performance techniques and interpretation. Students are required to attend all masterclasses conducted each semester, including the Institute of Music General Meeting. Failure to fulfill the Masterclass Attendance will result in an Unsatisfactory (U) grade and student will need to repeat the course. SN101 Music Theory 1 Pre-requisite: SF102 Music Theory Rudiments 2 or Institute of Music permission Music Theory 14 is a series of courses designed to provide a thorough understanding of tonal music theory and an introduction to twentieth-century music theory. Music Theory 1 is an initial study of the techniques and materials of tonal music. Non-chord-tones, cadences, voice leading, three- and four- part writing, analysis of music consisting of diatonic triads and seventh chords will be covered. Students will also be introduced to elementary analysis of phrase structure and basic instrumentation.


SN102 Music Theory 2 Pre-requisite: SN101 Music Theory 1 The Music Theory sequence of subjects is designed to provide the students with a thorough understanding of contemporary music theory from an analytical and practical perspective. The second course in the sequence, SN102 briefly reviews all diatonic materials in the major/minor system and introduces secondary functions, extended dominants, related IIV, modal interchange & harmonic tensions. Through analysis projects and practical applications the students explore these harmonic concepts and at the same time learn about lead sheet/score layout and song form & structure. SN121 Aural Skills 1 Pre-requisite: SF122 Musicianship Skills 2, SF132 Practical Skills 2 or Institute of Music permission The Aural Skills module consists of a series of courses designed to train and develop aural, notation, and sight singing skills through a systematic and progressive study of the melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic building blocks commonly applied in Classical and Contemporary repertoires. The integration between hearing, singing, and dictation skills is emphasized throughout the courses. In correspondence with Theory 1, Aural Skills 1 covers materials found in purely diatonic settings. SN122 Aural Skills 2 Pre-requisite: SN121 Aural Skills 1, SN101 Music Theory 1 The Aural Skills module consists of a series of courses designed to train and develop aural, notation, and sight singing skills through a systematic and progressive study of the melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic building blocks commonly applied in Classical and Contemporary repertoires. The integration between hearing, singing, and notation skills is emphasized throughout the courses. A continuation of Aural Skills 1, Aural Skills 2 expands the scope of training to cover secondary functions and modal interchange. SN141 Introduction to Popular Music History Pre-requisite: None This course chronicles the development of prominent styles of Popular Music from the early1900s up to the late 1990s, encompassing all styles within the genre domains of jazz and rock music. Through the study of recordings and scores of works by prominent artists and composers the course outlines the stylistic characteristics of each style covered. SN151 World Music Pre-requisite: None This course exposes students to a variety of prominent folk or ethnic music cultures from different regions of the world; engaging students into an ethno-musicological study of these music cultures. SN152 Music and Film Pre-requisite: None Music and Film is concerned with knowledge and understanding of the union of the two component art forms of its title. It is not a how to write film music course. The subject is approached from four distinct but interrelated perspectives: historic, generic, stylistic and technical. These perspectives will embrace a range of topics including the varied functional and historical role of music in film, the work of specific composers (e.g. Bernard Hermann), and directors (e.g. Alfred Hitchcock), the technical aspects of scoring to film, as well as the revival of silent film scoring. The course will also look at the cinematic work of contemporary Malaysian composers and directors. SN161 Notation Software and MIDI Pre-requisite: None This is an introduction to MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) and music engraving software. It is designed to give the student an understanding of MIDI systems and its functions for composing, copying, arranging and studying music.


SN162 Music Technology 1 Pre-requisite: SN161 Notation Software and MIDI This course provides students with an introductory knowledge of music technology and the physics of sound to compliment the acquired practical skills required for the implementation of live sound reinforcement and recording techniques for small and large ensembles. SN180 Major Instrument (Y1 Short Sem Ext) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who wish to continue taking extra/extended major instrument study during the short semester (Year 1) could choose to register for this subject. SN181SN182 Major Instrument 12 Pre-requisite: The previous level All music majors are required to undertake performance study in one instrument or voice in the first two years of the degree program. The first year of study is regarded as a basic building and consolidation period. A separate syllabus is available for each instrument offered, which provides details on suggested repertoire for each level/year of study, technical and sight reading requirements, and jury examination requirements. In addition to weekly individual lessons with an assigned instructor, students will also be guided on and gain exposure to concert practice related to their major instrument through scheduled and supervised recital performances. SN183SN184 Second Major Instrument 12 Pre-requisite: The previous level This applies to students who are taking double major in the first two years of the degree program. The first year of study is regarded as a basic building and consolidation period. A separate syllabus is available for each instrument offered, which provides details on suggested repertoire for each level/year of study, technical and sight reading requirements, and jury examination requirements. In addition to weekly individual lessons with an assigned instructor, students will also be guided on and gain exposure to concert practice related to their major instrument through scheduled and supervised recital performances. SN185 Second Major Instrument (Y1 Short Sem Ext) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who are taking double major and wish to continue taking extra/extended second major instrument study during the short semester (Year 1) could choose to register for this subject. SN191SN192 Minor Instrument 12 Pre-requisite: The previous level This is performance study in the students second instrument. One hour of daily practice is expected. SN193 Minor Instrument (Ext 1) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who wish to continue taking extra/extended minor instrument study after completing SN292 Minor Instrument 4 could choose to register for this subject. SN194 Minor Instrument (Ext 2) Pre-requisite: Institute of Music permission Students who are taking two minor instruments and wish to continue taking extra/extended second minor instrument study after completing SC292 Minor Instrument 4 could choose to register for this subject. SN201 Music Theory 3 Pre-requisite SN102 Music Theory 2 The Music Theory sequence of subjects is designed to provide the students with a thorough understanding of contemporary music theory from an analytical and practical perspective. The third course in the sequence, SN201 introduces chromatic harmonies, substitute functions, diminished functions, chord-scale theory and modulation. Through analysis & practical projects the students apply the concepts learned in a practical setting and by doing so explore further into form, structure and melodic construction.


SN202 Music Theory 4 Pre-requisite SN201 Music Theory 3 The Music Theory sequence of subjects is designed to provide the students with a thorough understanding of contemporary music theory from an analytical and practical perspective. The last course in the sequence, SN202 introduces chromatic harmonies, substitute functions, diminished functions, chord-scale theory and modulation. Through analysis & practical projects the students apply the concepts learned in a practical setting and by doing so explore further into form, structure and melodic construction. SN211 Composition and Arranging Pre-requisite: SN202 Music Theory 4 This course deals with the principles of writing for small, medium and large ensembles in a contemporary setting. Instrumentation, form, structure, spacing and textures are all covered in this subject. SN212 Song Writing Pre-requisite: SN201 Music Theory 3 In this course students will develop a sense of form, melody and harmony as well as band line development and rhythm. They will be introduced to lyrics and will create projects in a variety of styles in lead sheet format. SN213 Jingle Writing Pre-requisite: SN102 Music Theory 2 Students will learn terminology, procedures, timing considerations, lyric writing and orchestration techniques for creating a suitable product image. Students are also expected to work under tight time considerations to create spots for hypothetical advertisements. SN221 Aural Skills 3 Pre-requisite: SN122 Aural Skills 2, SN102 Music Theory 2 The Aural Skills module consists of a series of courses designed to train and develop aural dictation and sight-singing skills through a systematic and progressive study of the melodic, harmonic and rhythmic elements commonly used in contemporary repertoires. Through periodic drills, exercises and transcriptions the integration between the dictation & practical aspects of this course with the harmonic & melodic concepts covered in the theory module is further emphasized. Aural Skills 3 focuses on common jazz progressions & melodies of a chromatic nature. Modulations are introduced at this level in harmonic dictations and melodic materials. SN222 Aural Skills 4 Pre-requisite: SN221 Aural Skills 3, SN201 Music Theory 3 The Aural Skills module consists of a series of courses designed to train and develop aural dictation and sight-singing skills through a systematic and progressive study of the melodic, harmonic and rhythmic elements commonly used in contemporary repertoires. Through periodic drills, exercises and transcriptions the integration between the dictation & practical aspects of this course with the harmonic & melodic concepts covered in the theory module is further emphasized. Aural Skills 4 further explores contemporary harmony by introducing substitute functions in progressions & melodies. Modulation to remote keys is explored in harmonies and melodies, and an introduction to twentieth century materials is provided. Cross rhythms and odd meters are a fundamental part of this course. SN231 Improvisation Skills Pre-requisite: SN221 Aural Skills 3 This course will explore the art of musical improvisation through theory, performance practice, recordings, and self-assessments of strengths and weaknesses based on reflective self-critique. SN241 Popular Music History 1 Pre-requisite: SN141 Introduction to Popular Music History This course takes an introspective look at the historical development of popular music styles within the genre domain of rock; outlining the stylistic characteristics of each definitive style through recordings and scores of repertoire by prominent artists and composers as definitive representatives, outlining the stylistic characteristics of each style covered in the course and exploring relationships and interactions between the socio-economic/socio-political environment and popular music.


SN242 Popular Music History 2 Pre-requisite: SN141 Introduction to Popular Music History This course takes an introspective look at the historical development of jazz styles; outlining the stylistic characteristics of each definitive style through recordings and scores of repertoire by prominent artists and composers as definitive representatives, outlining the stylistic characteristics of each style covered in the course exploring relationships and interactions between the socio-economic/socio-political environment and popular music. SN251 Contemporary Repertoire Studies Pre-requisite: SN054 Modern Band 4 Through lectures, listening and analysis projects and assignments, and through guided band coaching, the students in this subject will gain an in depth perspective and understanding on the contributions of the selected artist. Issues explored will range from the stylistic characteristics, output periods, and discography of the composer to the performance practices and musicological and extra musical matters pertinent to the repertoire in question. SN262 Music Technology 2 Pre-requisite: SN162 Music Technology 1 This course provides students with fundamental skills that will equip them for the music recording industry through practical lab work and assessments of major projects that involve the recording, editing, mixing and production of music. SN264 Music Industry in Malaysia Pre-requisite: None This course provides students with an overview & basic understanding of the music industry particularly in a Malaysian context. Through readings, research and guided forum sessions the students are given an opportunity to understand, examine & discuss current issues facing the industry. The course also deals with the formulation of agreements and contracts used in the industry as well as copyright law, recording & publishing with particular relevance to the Malaysian situation SN271 Sequencing, Sampling and Synthesis Pre-requisite: SN161 Notation Software and

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