Practical Music 1B

Unit code: ACO1012 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Nicholson
Prerequisites
N/A
Overview
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Overview

This unit introduces further technical, interpretive and self-evaluation skills in music practice. Students are assisted in evaluating their technical, interpretative and improvisation skills. Students are instructed in a range of underpinning knowledge in general musicianship. Students are guided in setting and maintaining goals, strategies, exercises and practice routines. A program of musical works is selected to present technical, improvisational and interpretive challenges. Students continue to explore the concept of functional music theory. Students expand their knowledge in the safe operation of live music sound reinforcement and key elements of essential music software. Students explore the academic skills required for understanding the nature of musicology.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Develop, produce and reflect upon musical works;
  2. Reflect upon goals and practice schedule in order to inform planning for the next level of music study;
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of interpretative skills and overall musicianship within collaborative contexts;
  4. Articulate an understanding of musical nomenclature in relation to music theory and production activities;
  5. Demonstrate intermediate knowledge of live sound, recording equipment, and music software in accordance with OH & S requirements;
  6. Explore musicological concepts in a range of musical contexts

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Exercise
|
Grade: 25%
Collaborative investigation - Group discussion.
Assessment type: Performance
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Grade: 25%
Rehearsal of performance
Assessment type: Report
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Grade: 25%
Practice Portfolio
Assessment type: Performance
|
Grade: 25%
Group performance and peer feedback

Required reading

Reading, resources and materials (including repertoire playlists and real books) will be provided through VU Collaborate and/or links to library and other resources.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Bachelor of Music
ABMC | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years

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