Handbook : Unit informationEdith Cowan University

School: Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts

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• Unit Title

  Classical Ensemble 1

• Unit Code

  MUS1501

• Year

  2016

• Enrolment Period

  1

• Version

  1

• Credit Points

  15

• Full Year Unit

  N

• Mode of Delivery

  On Campus
  

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Description

In this unit, students develop fundamental instrumental and/or vocal skills through ensemble rehearsals and performances. They participate in one or more ensembles, which may include chamber music groups, choirs, symphony orchestras, music theatre orchestras, operas, new music groups, and other instrumental ensembles. Emphasis is placed on the acquisition of fundamental skills in musicianship, including sight-reading, intonation, phrasing, dynamics, rhythm, and stylistic understanding. Furthermore, students establish skills in ensemble playing, teamwork, concert presentation, professional etiquette, and the ability to respond to directions.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Apply musical skills to a range of rehearsal and performance projects.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of concert presentation and professional etiquette.
3. Demonstrate fundamental skills in musicianship.
4. Develop fundamental skills in ensemble playing and teamwork.
5. Perform effectively in an instrumental and/or vocal ensemble setting.

Unit Content

1. Ensemble rehearsals and assigned public performances.
2. Musical exercises and activities designed to build fundamental skills in musicianship and ensemble playing.
3. Repertoire selected by the unit coordinator and/or Ensemble Director.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Rehearsals, Performances, Workshops.

Assessment

GS2 GRADING SCHEMA 2 Used for performance and/or practical based units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

Text References

• ^ Adey, C. (2009). Orchestral performance: A guide for conductors and players. London, UK: Faber Finds.
• ^ Repertoire selected by the unit coordinator and/or Ensemble Director
• ^ Quadros, A. (Ed.). The Cambridge companion to choral music. Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press.
• ^ Lawson, C. (Ed.). (2003). The Cambridge companion to the orchestra. Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press.
• ^ Kennedy. D.T. (2011). The psychology of music performance anxiety. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.
• ^ Green, E.A. (1987). The dynamic orchestra: Principles of orchestral performance for instrumentalists, conductors and audiences. Englewook Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall.
• Spitzer, J. (2005). The birth of the orchestra: History of an institution. NY: Oxford University Press.
• Watson, A.H. (2009). The biology of musical performance and performance related injury. Lanham, MD: Scarecrow Press.
• Rink, J. (Ed.). (2003). Musical performance: A guide to understanding. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.
• Quadros, A. (Ed.). The Cambridge companion to choral music. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.
• Read, G. (1993). Compendium of modern instrumental techniques. Westport, CT: Greenwood Press.
• Meyer, M. (2011). Chamber orchestra and ensemble repertoire. Lanham, MD: Scarecrow Press.
• Williamon, A. (2004). Musical excellence: Strategies and techniques to enhance performance. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.
• Kenny, D.T. (2011). The psychology of music performance anxiety. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.
• Lawson, C. (2003). The Cambridge companion to the orchestra. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press.

^ Mandatory reference

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