SL1S104 - Sound and Lighting for Live Music 01 Jul 2023 - 31 Aug 2029 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | SL1S104 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Sound and Lighting for Live Music | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business and Creative Industries | ||
| Faculty Group: | Music and Drama | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Music | ||
| Module Leader: | Ian Williams | ||
| Module Team: | Philip Hughes, Rob Locke, Lucy Squire | ||
| First Intended Intake: | APR 2023 | Final Year of Intake: | 2028 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100703 - stage management | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Jul 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2029 |
Module Aims
The module aims to deliver an underpinning of the technical requirements of the live music environment, contextualised through the delivery small format events, alongside the foundational knowledge of working as a freelancer within industry.
Content Summary
Through a series of lectures and practical workshops, this module will broadly cover subject matter in the following areas:
Understanding the sound of live music on stage and associated audio system design considerations
Analysing the role of amplification & reinforcement of sound
Investigate mixing and monitoring techniques utilised in a live music environment through the use of digital mixers.
Recognise the requirements of artists in order to be able to perform comfortably and successfully.
Understanding the use of lighting as a complementary element to live music performance, including an exploration into its history
Outline basic optical requirements of lighting fixtures through exploration of lenses, mirrors and other optical elements within lighting fixtures
Examine the link between lighting colour, texture, mood and emotive impact.
Experiment with the technology required to achieve the desired goal.
Understand what is required from tax, insurance and professionalism perspectives to become a freelance technician within industry
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 16 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 20 |
| Independent Study | 100 |
| Directed Study | 64 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Recognise the requirement for technical solutions within live music performances. |
| LO2 | Explain appropriate technical solutions necessary to support and enhance live music performances. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | System Build | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Written Work 1 | Practical performance session | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Report 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Practical Written Work 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |