Certificate of Contemporary Music 2015 Certificate of Contemporary Music Performance Level 4

Certificate of Contemporary Music 2015
For NZ citizens/permanent residents
Qualification
Certificate of Contemporary Music Performance
Programme level:
Level 4
Length:
One year
Start dates:
February
Study options:
Full-time
Fees:
Year one $5535 (approx)
These fees provide a guide only based on 2014 fees information.
All costs quoted include GST. Fees apply to NZ Citizens and New Zealand Permanent Residents o nly.
Additional costs: $300 approximately USB Data Drive (min 500GB),
USB stick (Min 2GB) and blank CDs, DVDs)
Total no of credits:
120
Class times:
Classes are scheduled Monday to Friday
between 9.00am and 3.00pm
Individual study hours:
15 hours per week
Location:
Hawke's Bay Campus
Programme Secretary:
Tania Pattison
Phone: 06 974 8000 ext 5019
Email: [email protected]
This 34-week programme studies popular music with an emphasis on live performance,
and music technology. Students form bands performing and learning about a variety
of different music styles throughout the year such as homegrown, blues, reggae, hip
hop/R&B, rock and pop, produce their own portfolio of original contemporary works.
This is a MAINZ qualification that is delivered at EIT.
Graduates of this programme are able to:
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Demonstrate proficiency on their specialist instrument.
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Perform within an instrumental ensemble to an industry standard commensurate
with paid performance work at small to medium-sized venues as are commonly
found in the New Zealand music industry.
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Develop skills in the use of music theory, analysis and technology to effectively
communicate musical ideas.
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Have knowledge of the music industry and the business of music.
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Have the skills and knowledge to be able to participate successfully in the music
industry as full-time or part-time professional performers and composers of original
music and/or to move on to further training in the areas of audio engineering, music
event management or other careers in the creative sector.
You are welcome to make an appointment to discuss your study options with our staff
and to view our facilities. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us at
[email protected] or 06 974 8000 ext 5019.
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Study pathways
The Certificate in Contemporary Music Performance can lead onto further study in:
Subject areas
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Live sound
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(MAINZ) Certificate in Audio Engineering - Level 4/5 (Auckland)
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Recording techniques
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(MAINZ) Diploma of Contemporary Music - Level 5/6 (Auckland and Christchurch)
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Performance
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(EIT) Diploma in Screen Production - Level 6 (Hawke's Bay)
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Composition and arranging
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Music theory
Entry requirements
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Listening analysis and music appreciation
Music industry studies
Selection process
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Music computer software
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Commercial composition
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Scoring for film
Applicants must be able to play a musical instrument and/or sing confidently and
competently in front of others. A short written questionnaire will determine computer
literacy at the time of the audition.
Standard entry
Applicants must attend an audition. Preference is given to applicants who demonstrate
musical ability and have NCEA Level 2 or equivalent, or a work history indicating
reliability and motivation. Applicants should have studied music or have performance
experience. Strictly limited places.
Non-standard entry
If you are over 20 and do not meet the criteria above, you may still apply but your
acceptance on the programme will be at the discretion of the Programme Co-ordinator,
who will be looking at evidence of ability to succeed, e.g. maturity, life and work
experience, succeed in other study.
Applicants
Please complete the attached “Additional Information Sheet” and return this together
with your enrolment form and a witnessed copy of your Passport or Birth Certificate
(i.e. photocopies must be signed by a JP or an EIT Faculty/Registry administration staff
member stating that the original Certified Birth Certificate / Passport has been sighted).
Programme dates
English language entry requirement
Semester one
Students are required to have attained an acceptable level of English language fluency.
Programme starts
16 February 2015
Easter holidays
03 April - 07 April 2015
Term one holidays
03 April - 17 April 2015
Term two starts
20 April 2015
Queen’s Birthday
01 June 2015
Semester one ends
26 June 2015
Mid year holiday
29 June - 17 July 2015
This may be demonstrated in a variety of ways, including successful study in English,
completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 3), approved
scores on IELTS tests (5.5 Academic with no band score lower than 5.5), completion of
accepted international equivalents, or completion of an EIT Hawke’s Bay assessment.
Entry with credit
For information and enquiries about Recognition of Prior Learning and Cross Credit
please contact Trent Mabbett, telephone (06) 974 8000, ext 5004.
This qualification has been approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority.
Semester two
Programme starts
20 July 2015
This programme leads to the award of a nationally approved qualification. This
Term three holidays
28 Sept- 09 Oct 2015
qualification may be delivered at a number of other tertiary institutes around New
Term four starts
12 October 2015
Zealand. If you were to transfer to one of those other institutes you may be granted
HB Anniversary Day
23 October 2015
academic credit for some of the papers completed but this is at the discretion of the
Labour Day
26 October 2015
other institute.
Programme ends
27 November 2015
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Please note: Fees are not transferable between institutes.
Facilities
EIT’s music department offers two band sized rehearsal rooms which can be
converted into live recording studios, along with an isolated vocal recording
Job opportunities
booth. Recorded projects can then be mixed and edited in the main Apple
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Music Performer
Macintosh suite using state of the art software (Pro Tool, Ableton Live,
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Music Producer
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Session Musician
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Specialist Instrument Tutor
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Assistant Recording Engineer
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Assistant Performance Engineer
Garageband) with professional monitoring systems and hardware. Sound insulated
rooms mean students can rehearse and practice under full performance conditions
without fear of disturbing other classes on campus.
Assessments
Theory components will be assessed by written/multiple choice assessments.
Practical assessments will be given throughout the year and on-going assessments are
done during practical exercises.
Academic staff
ideaschool is headed by Chris Verburg. Chris has a
background in sound engineering, and brings over
20 years experience in the New Zealand film industry to
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Qualifications
Tom Pierard
BMus (Performance)
Tom’s career as a professional percussionist has seen him
perform and tour extensively both nationally and internationally.
He has given master classes and run workshops throughout
the world, and has twice participated and performed at the
We value our partnership with students and aim to
prestigious Taiwan International Percussion
provide quality education in a supportive environment,
Convention invitational.
development. Students will be encouraged to assist in
Primarily a drumset specialist, the last few years have seen him
local music productions as opportunities arise.
work as a session player in Wellington - you can hear his work
with such names as Rhian Sheehan, Strike Percussion, The
Family Cactus and many more.
his role. The Programme Coordinator is Tom Pierard.
encouraging personal growth and professional
Matiu Whiting Matiu Whiting studied Jazz and Classical at the New Zealand School of Music where he attained an honours degree in Music
Performance. He has spent time playing with various Orchestras
around the country as well as various theatre productions and
with numerous smaller groups playing genres and styles as
disparate as Latin america, Rock, Gipsy, Jazz and Hip Hop to
name a few.
Sarah Wiig
BMus (Sonic Arts)
After studying at the Nelson school of Music, Sarah completed a
degree in Sonic Arts with Victoria University. Since then she has
produced two studio albums, and performs regularly around NZ
as a versatile singer/songwriter.
Part Time Lecturers
Winston Pitt, Anton Wuts, Nick Blow and Karyn Briggs.
Guest lecturers from the music industry will also make presentations
(2-3 per year).
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Student finance
StudyLink - StudyLink is a service of the Ministry of Social Development, it administers
Student Allowances and Student Loans as well as other forms of financial assistance
for students.
The StudyLink website provides tools, calculators and information to help students who
are thinking about study to plan their finances and only borrow what they need.
Use StudyLink’s What You Can Get eligibility test to find out what you may be eligible for.
STUDYLINK on 0800 88 99 00 or online at www.studylink.govt.nz
Application Enrolment process
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(if applicable)CV (if not-standard)
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Course descriptions
Course No. Brief Description CCM4.01
Music Knowledge 1
No. of Credits NZQA Level
214
Aim: To provide students with an understanding of music concepts including written musical notation, pitch, rhythm and harmony.
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Demonstrate an understanding of standard forms of written musical notation
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Demonstrate an understanding of pitch in music
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Demonstrate an understanding of rhythm in music
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Demonstrate an understanding of harmony in music
CCM4.02
Music Knowledge 2
154
Aim: To build on the skills and knowledge from Music Knowledge 1 so that the students will have the skills and
knowledge to analyse music styles and to compose music in a range of styles.
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Analyse popular music styles
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Compose music in a range of popular styles
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Produce an Extended Play
CCM4.03
Music Performance 1
204
Aim: To provide students with the skills to perform before a live audience on a chosen instrument.
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Prepare a personal learning plan for developing musical skills and technique on a selected instrument
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Implement a personal learning plan for developing musical skills and technique on a selected instrument
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Perform two prepared musical pieces on a selected instrument before a live audience
CCM4.04
Music Performance 2
Aim: To build on the performance skills from Music Performance 1 so that students are able to perform a variety of
songs as part of a band, in a variety of musical styles.
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Perform a series of mini concerts in a range of styles and genres as part of a band before a live audience
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Range: at least four songs (including one original) in at least eight musical styles, totalling 32 songs.
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244
Course No. Brief Description CCM4.05
No. of Credits NZQA Level
Music Technology 244
Aim: To provide students with knowledge related to the technological aspects of sound.
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Describe the nature of sound and its movement through air and other media
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Describe the harmonic series
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Describe the envelope of a sound
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Demonstrate an understanding of human hearing
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Demonstrate an understanding of live sound equipment
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Use multi-track recording equipment to record a live band performance
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Describe the music recording and production process
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Record live music in a studio setting
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Compose music for a specified genre or application using MIDI hardware and software
CCM4.06
Working in Music 104
Aim: To provide students with skills and knowledge required to work in the music industry.
Demonstrate an understanding of the music industry and key approaches for the dissemination and distribution of music
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Develop a media package for promoting a music artist or group
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Develop a written touring plan for a music artist or group
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Demonstrate an understanding of Music Copyright
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Demonstrate an understanding of managing the finances of a small business in a music context
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Develop a simple plan for running a small business in a music context
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Register with music royalties distributor APRA
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Build an Artist presence using social media and other online tools
CCM4.07
Communications 64
Aim: To provide students with skills in effective communication including oral, written, electronic and multicultural.
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Communicate effectively in speech
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Communicate effectively in writing
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Demonstrate effective use of information and communication technology
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Demonstrate an understanding of communication in New Zealand’s multicultural society
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Develop a personal learning plan for successful study and self management
Total120
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Certificate of Contemporary Music Performance 2015
Additional Information
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