This course is aimed at students who already have a reasonable grasp of their instrument or voice. Performance develops each student's technical skill in their discipline, and challenges and extends their artistic understanding and creativity. Study of an instrument/voice is undertaken through group lessons, classes and performance activities, from which the student's technical and musical proficiency is assessed and developed and a range of repertoire of diverse styles and historical periods is explored.

The following instruments will be available in group tuition format:

• Drum kit
• Electric Bass
• Guitar
• Keyboard
• Voice

Other instruments may be offered subject to demand.

On completion of this course, you should be able to demonstrate:

1. developing technique, good practice habits, musical and stylistic sensitivity, and the ability to express creative ideas using musical language.
2. interpretation of relevant literature and repertoire at intermediate level.
3. the stylistic features of the repertoire and the ability to make interpretative decisions based on historical and stylistic appropriateness.
4.  through music performance practice a research –led educational approach.

Precise details of assessment requirements and criteria vary according to the nature of the instrument/ voice and the needs of the student, but typically consist of:

Mid-term 10 minute performance skills exam (individual)   20%   [learning outcomes 1,2,3,]

Final 10 minute performance skills exam (individual)         25%   [learning outcomes 1,2,3,]

Written Online Timed Exam 75 minutes (individual)         20%    [learning outcomes 1,2,3,]

Ensemble assessment (typically assessed ensemble performance and rehearsal journal individual) 25%    [learning outcomes 1,2,3,]

Research-led assignment (written critique/analysis of live or recorded performance 800 words individual) 10% [learning outcomes 4]

A passing grade is required in both the written examination and performance components.

• 1-hour instrumental / vocal  instruction or equivalent master class
• 2 hour performance ensemble
• 7 hours research and preparation

*ensemble selected from available ANU music ensembles. Note: some ensembles require an audition for entry.

Music Practical Workshop 1

Music Practical Workshop 1

Supporting written and aural material pertaining to the stylistic specifics of each unit will be prescribed by the lecturer.