Rhythm Music

If rhythm is your passion, you are interested in improvisational music, and you like to interpret jazz music, then this module will meet your expectations perfectly. In this module you will improve your practical playing skills and theoretical knowledge in the field of rhythm music under the supervision of well-known Estonian musicians.

In addition to a hands-on experience of rhythm music with a special Estonian touch, the three sub-modules will teach you the basic knowledge of Estonian language and provide you with social competences crucial for life and professional career.

Semester I (Autumn 2021)

Estonian Language and Culture sub-module *

Code	Course	ECTS
HVVK.12.004	Estonian for Foreign Students	6
P2VK.04.511	Performing Arts Practice	1
HVVK.12.043	Mixed Choir, Part 1	1
HVVK.12.042	Estonian Folk Dance, Part 1	1.5
HVVK.12.019	Introduction to Estonian Culture	3

Social Competences sub-module *

Code	Course	ECTS
P2VK.09.061	Public Speaking	3
P2VK.05.281	Anger Management	3

Total: 18.5 ECTS

* Courses from these sub-modules can be taken by students in all specializations

Rhythm Music sub-module

Code	Course	ECTS
P2VK.02.580	Main Instrument I-IV *	3-4.5
P2VK.02.678	Small Ensemble I-IV *	3
P2VK.02.517	Second Instrument (bass guitar or drums)	1.5
P2VK.02.760	Specialty Practice	3
P2VK.02.646	Music Theory I-IV *	3
P2VK.02.728	Improvisation Basics	1.5
P2VK.02.706	Musical History of the 20^th Century I	1.5
P2VK.02.382	ProTools **	3
P2VK.02.714	Microphone Techniques I **	3

Total: 24 ECTS

* Depending on the skill level of the student

** Optional course, depending on previous knowledge of the student

Semester II (Spring 2022)

Estonian Language and Culture sub-module *

Code	Course	ECTS
HVVK.12.004	Estonian for Foreign Students, Level 0 > A1	6
HVVK.12.043	Mixed Choir, Part 2	2
HVVK.12.042	Estonian Folk Dance, Part 2	1.5
HVVK.12.019	Introduction to Estonian Culture	3

Social Competences sub-module *

Code	Course	ECTS
P2VK.05.174	Cross-Cultural Communication	3
P2VK.05.231	Nature Education and Ecology	3

Total: 18.5 ECTS

* Courses from these sub-modules can be taken by students in all specializations.

Rhythm Music sub-module

Code	Course	ECTS
P2VK.02.580	Main Instrument I-IV *	3-4.5
P2VK.02.678	Small Ensemble I-IV *	3
P2VK.02.517	Second Instrument (bass guitar or drums)	1.5
P2VK.02.760	Specialty Practice	3
P2VK.02.646	Music Theory I-IV *	3
P2VK.02.728	Improvisation Basics	1.5
P2VK.02.650	Fundamentals of Music Technology	3
P2VK.02.706	Musical History of the 20^th Century I	1.5
P2VK.02.354	Studio project I **	3
P2VK.02.707	Musical History of the 20^th Century II **	3

Total: 27 ECTS

* Depending on the skill level of the student

** Optional course, depending on previous knowledge of the student

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Rhythm Music

Semester I (Autumn 2021)

Estonian Language and Culture sub-module *

Social Competences sub-module *

Rhythm Music sub-module

Semester II (Spring 2022)

Estonian Language and Culture sub-module *

Social Competences sub-module *

Rhythm Music sub-module

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