James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2001

MU1401:06

Performing Music 1

Townsville

Inadmissable Subject Combination: MU1201 MU1206 MU1216 MU1303 MU1313

26 lectures, 52 hours workshops, 78 hours practicals. Full year.

Available to BMus students gaining entry via audition, rudiments test and interview.

Staff: Mr R Daniel.

Students will be trained in the variety of skills necessary for successful performance (instrument/voice/composition). They will develop their instrumental/vocal/compositional skills through instruction, performance and written reflection and enhance their overall skills in performance via the development of greater aural awareness.

Learning Objectives:

  1. develop and enhance skills in composition, instrumental or vocal performance in a variety of contexts;
  2. develop and enhance verbal and written skills in a music performance context;
  3. increase aural awareness skills of perception, analysis, identification and synthesis.

Assessment by practice journal (10%); masterclass (15%); performance examination (15%); concert practice performances (10%); concert appreciation portfolio or approved external examination/performance (10%); small group ensemble (15%); large group ensemble (10%); aural training (15%).

Late submission of assessment items will attract penalties unless an extension has been granted in writing by the lecturer. Work submitted by students with an attendance rate of less than 80% may not be eligible for assessment without prior written approval from the lecturer.