Handbook : Unit informationEdith Cowan University

Faculty of Education and Arts

School: WA Academy of Performing Arts

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• Unit Title

  Classical Principal Study 6

• Unit Code

  MUS3509

• Year

  2015

• Enrolment Period

  1

• Version

  2

• Credit Points

  20

• Full Year Unit

  N

• Mode of Delivery

  On Campus
  

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Description

This unit involves the presentation of a full-length public recital, featuring musical works of significance. This is the first of two full-length recitals required for the classical performance major. It represents a consolidation of the student's previous performance studies. Increasing confidence on stage is developed through repeated concert practice experiences.

Prerequisite Rule

Students must pass 1 units from MUS3505

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate technical proficiency and interpretative ability on their instrument/voice type at technical level six.
2. Evaluate and discuss musical performances in a team environment.
3. Perform a full-length public recital featuring significant musical works.
4. Where applicable, perform repertoire in a historically informed manner.

Unit Content

1. Confident stage presence.
2. Level six solo repertoire including working as a cohesive team with the accompanist (if applicable).
3. Performance criticism via active listening and team feedback.
4. Performing a full-length public recital.
5. Preparation for final recital performance.
6. The repertoire and history of the student's 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.

Text References

• ^ Students are required to obtain sheet music, scale and study books, and other materials as detailed by the Principal Study teacher.
• Bayles, D. (2001). Art and fear: Observations on the perils (and rewards) of artmaking. USA: Image Continuum Press.
• Brown, C. (2004). Classical and romantic performing practice 1750 - 1900. NY: Oxford University Press.
• Butt, J. (2002). Playing with history: The historical approach to music performance (musical performance and reception). Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press.
• 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.
• Haynes, B. (2007). The end of early music: A period performers' history of music for the twenty first century. NY: Oxford University Press.
• Klickstein, G. (2009). The musician's way: A guide to practice, performance, and wellness. NY: Oxford University Press.
• Kramer, L. (2010). Interpreting music. USA: University of California Press.
• Lawson, C. (1999). The historical performance of music: An introduction (Cambridge handbooks to the historical performance of music). Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press.
• Parncutt, R., & McPherson, G. (2002). The science and psychology of music performance; Creative strategies for teaching and learning. NY: Oxford University Press.
• Phillip, R. (2004). Performing music in the age of recording. USA: Yale University Press.
• Wehrli, B.M., & Wehrli, L.R. (2008). Piano practice and performance. CA: Wehrli Publications.
• Green, B., & Gallwey, W.T. (1986). The inner game of music. NY: Doubleday.

^ Mandatory reference

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