James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2001

MU2401:06

Performing Music 2

Townsville

Prerequisites: MU1401
Inadmissable Subject Combination: MU2201 MU2303 MU2306 MU2313 MU2316

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

Staff: Mr R Daniel.

Students will build on the training undertaken in Performing Music 1 and develop advanced skills on an instrument, in composition or in voice. They will improve their instrumental, composition or vocal skills through instruction, performance and written reflection. They will enhance their overall skills in performance through the development of greater aural awareness. Students will undertake the study of a variety of keyboard skills.

Learning Objectives:

  1. develop skills in composition, instrumental or vocal performance in a variety of contexts;
  2. increase knowledge of style and repertoire;
  3. improve verbal and written skills in specific music contexts;
  4. develop advanced aural awareness skills of perception, analysis, identification and synthesis;
  5. develop a variety of keyboard skills.

Assessment by practice journal (5%); masterclass participation (10%); performance examination (15%); concert practice performances (10%); keyboard skills (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.