James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2003

MU2401:06

Performing Music 2

Townsville HECS Band 1

26 hours lectures, 26 hours seminars, 26 hours practicals. Full year.

Staff: Mr R Daniel, Dr D Sudmalis.

Students in this subject will build on the training undertaken in Performing Music 1 and continue to develop advanced skills in their chosen areas of specialisation. They will further enhance their aural skills, participate in the choir and undertake the study of a variety of keyboard skills.

Learning Objectives:

  1. develop and enhance skills in either composition, instrumental or vocal performance, musicology or music technology in a variety of contexts;
  2. develop and enhance verbal and written skills in a variety of music contexts;
  3. increase aural awareness skills of perception, analysis, identification and synthesis;
  4. attain a basic understanding of and skills in keyboard fundamentals.

Assessment by progressive practical tasks (40%); major performance/portfolio (40%) (must be successfully passed); aural training (20%). Participation at a minimum of 80% of choir rehearsals and performances must be achieved to pass this subject.