School: Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Classical Principal Study 1
  • Unit Code

    MUS1505
  • Year

    2016
  • Enrolment Period

    1
  • Version

    1
  • Credit Points

    15
  • Full Year Unit

    N
  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus

Description

This unit develops basic interpretive and technical skills on an instrument or voice type of the students choice. While the emphasis is placed upon securing a working technique, opportunities are presented to study the repertoire and history of their instrument/voice and to perform in a concert situation. Individual performance skills will be studied with an emphasis on presentation.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded MUS1116

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Apply time management and learning techniques to their practice routines.
  2. Demonstrate technical proficiency and interpretative ability on their instrument/voice type at technical level one.
  3. Evaluate musical performances.
  4. Perform in a solo setting.

Unit Content

  1. An introduction to performance criticism through concert practice class and instrumental/vocal workshops.
  2. Fundamental level-one technical exercises (scales, arpeggios etc.).
  3. Level one sight-reading.
  4. Level one solo repertoire.
  5. Performing in front of an audience of the students peers.
  6. The repertoire and history of the students instrument/vocal type.

Additional Learning Experience Information

One-on-One Lessons, Performance Workshops, Individual Practice.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework 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.

Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
WorkshopInstrumental or vocal workshop assessment15%
ExaminationPrincipal study performance assessment70%
PerformanceConcert Practice15%

Text References

  • ^ Sheet music, scale and study books, and other materials will be advised by the Principal Study teacher.
  • Gordon, S. (2006). Mastering the art of performance: A primer for musicians. NY; Oxford University Press.
  • Werner, K. (1996). Effortless mastery: Liberating the master musician within. (Book and CD Set). New Albany, IN: Jamey Aebersold Jazz Inc.
  • Klickstein, G. (2009). The musician's way: A guide to practice, performance and wellness. NY: Oxford University Press.
  • Parncutt, R., & McPherson, G. (2002). the science and psychology of music performance: Creative strategies for teaching and learning. NY: Oxford University Press.
  • Wehrli, B.M., & Wehrli, L.R. (2008). Piano practice and performance. CA: Wehrli Publications.
  • Bayles, D. (2001). Art and fear: Observations on the perils (and rewards) of artmaking. USA: Image Contimuum Press.
  • Green, B., Green, W., & Gallwey, T. (1986). The inner game of music. NY: Doubleday.

^ Mandatory reference


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

MUS1505|1|1

School: Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Classical Principal Study 1
  • Unit Code

    MUS1505
  • Year

    2016
  • Enrolment Period

    2
  • Version

    1
  • Credit Points

    15
  • Full Year Unit

    N
  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus

Description

This unit develops basic interpretive and technical skills on an instrument or voice type of the students choice. While the emphasis is placed upon securing a working technique, opportunities are presented to study the repertoire and history of their instrument/voice and to perform in a concert situation. Individual performance skills will be studied with an emphasis on presentation.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded MUS1116

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Apply time management and learning techniques to their practice routines.
  2. Demonstrate technical proficiency and interpretative ability on their instrument/voice type at technical level one.
  3. Evaluate musical performances.
  4. Perform in a solo setting.

Unit Content

  1. An introduction to performance criticism through concert practice class and instrumental/vocal workshops.
  2. Fundamental level-one technical exercises (scales, arpeggios etc.).
  3. Level one sight-reading.
  4. Level one solo repertoire.
  5. Performing in front of an audience of the students peers.
  6. The repertoire and history of the students instrument/vocal type.

Additional Learning Experience Information

One-on-One Lessons, Performance Workshops, Individual Practice.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework 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.

Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
WorkshopInstrumental or vocal workshop assessment15%
ExaminationPrincipal study performance assessment70%
PerformanceConcert Practice15%

Text References

  • ^ Sheet music, scale and study books, and other materials will be advised by the Principal Study teacher.
  • Gordon, S. (2006). Mastering the art of performance: A primer for musicians. NY; Oxford University Press.
  • Werner, K. (1996). Effortless mastery: Liberating the master musician within. (Book and CD Set). New Albany, IN: Jamey Aebersold Jazz Inc.
  • Klickstein, G. (2009). The musician's way: A guide to practice, performance and wellness. NY: Oxford University Press.
  • Parncutt, R., & McPherson, G. (2002). the science and psychology of music performance: Creative strategies for teaching and learning. NY: Oxford University Press.
  • Wehrli, B.M., & Wehrli, L.R. (2008). Piano practice and performance. CA: Wehrli Publications.
  • Bayles, D. (2001). Art and fear: Observations on the perils (and rewards) of artmaking. USA: Image Contimuum Press.
  • Green, B., Green, W., & Gallwey, T. (1986). The inner game of music. NY: Doubleday.

^ Mandatory reference


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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