Unit Set Information

Contemporary Performance Major

Effective from 01-JAN-2022 : Code MAAAKL

An intensive performance-based major centred on ensemble studies, where students develop advanced instrumental and performance skills on their chosen instrument (vocal, guitar, bass, keyboard, drum-set). Students receive individual lessons, attend instrumental workshops and are a part of a repertoire intense, performing ensemble. Additional ensemble-based performances with composition students allow for creative work to be undertaken. Other classes include arranging, history, theory, rhythm, aural, improvisation and second study. Performances are undertaken regularly throughout the course and the final year culminates in a professional recital.

Disclaimer

This unit set 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. In particular please check the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

This Major can be studied in the following courses:

Mode of Delivery

On Campus at Mount Lawley

Unit Set Coordinator

Mr Matthew James ALLEN

Learning Outcomes

  1. Undertake sustained, high-level independent practice in a chosen music specialisation with reference to its underlying principles and its relationship to history, society and culture.
  2. Think critically to conceptualise and synthesise musical ideas to inform creative practice.
  3. Think creatively to identity, analyse and resolve musical and conceptual problems.
  4. Use digital technologies and music-related literacies skills to successfully assimilate and evaluate relevant information from multiple sources.
  5. Communicate clearly and coherently in a range of modes relative to context and audience.
  6. Adopt a global outlook and respect for cultural diversity, including an enhanced understanding of the music and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait peoples,
  7. Adopt effective teamwork and leadership skills in various settings according to relevant standards of ethical conduct, sustainable practice and professional accountability.
  8. Exercise self-reflection, judgement and responsibility in developing artistic practice and individual learning in response to diverse professional contexts.

Related Careers

Performer, Artist, Songwriter, Arranger, Producer, Music Teacher, Soloist, Sessional Musician, Music Administrator

Major Structure

Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS1471 #Contemporary Principal Study 115
MUS1341Ensemble Studies 115
MUS1381Jazz and Contemporary Musicianship 115
Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS1472 #Contemporary Principal Study 215
MUS1342Ensemble Studies 215
MUS1382Jazz and Contemporary Musicianship 215
MUS1490Music History: Stax, Motown and All Things Soul15
Year 2 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS2473 #Contemporary Principal Study 315
MUS2343Ensemble Studies 315
MUS2383Jazz and Contemporary Musicianship 315
MUS2490Music History: Iconic Albums from Beatles to Beyonce15
Year 2 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS2474 #Contemporary Principal Study 415
MUS2344Ensemble Studies 415
MUS2384Jazz and Contemporary Musicianship 415
Year 3 - Semester 1
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS3365 #Jazz and Contemporary Principal Study 515
MUS3345Ensemble Studies 515
Year 3 - Semester 2
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MUS3366 #Jazz and Contemporary Principal Study 615
MUS3346Ensemble Studies 615

# Designated Unit - a Unit or Unit of Competency which a School has designated as a fundamental course requirement and may only be attempted once unless otherwise determined by the School Progression Panel.


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.

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