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Perform music from written notation

Perform music from written notation

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAMPF420
State Code
ODD86
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
100101 - Music
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
63
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform music from written notation. The unit applies to those who work as instrumentalists and vocalists and who are developing their ability to interpret notated music conventions and apply music reading skills to suit different performance contexts. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Practise playing or singing notated music
  • 1.1 Discuss and select repertoire for practice and performance with required personnel
  • 1.2 Analyse musical conventions for chord sequences and music systems, rhythms, time signatures and beat patterns relevant to selected instrument or voice
  • 1.3 Practise reading music with realisation of rhythmic, melodic and harmonic ideas according to own instrument or voice
  • 1.4 Adhere to required conventions of form and music structures
  • 1.5 Interpret dynamics and expression marks
  • 1.6 Practise demonstrating accuracy of intonation according to repertoire requirements
  • 1.7 Seek feedback on performance in practice sessions from required personnel and adjust techniques as required
2. Present performances of notated music
  • 2.1 Undertake warm-up and tuning routine as required for selected music
  • 2.2 Perform melodic and rhythmic structures of music accurately according to repertoire requirements
  • 2.3 Perform harmonic structures where required
  • 2.4 Demonstrate required stylistic conventions according to repertoire requirements
  • 2.5 Listen to own playing or singing and adjust performance in the context of a group performance if required
  • 2.6 Follow work health and safety (WHS) principles relevant to reading music and performing
  • 2.7 Recognise and mitigate errors in performance
3. Evaluate music reading skills
  • 3.1 Identify personal strengths and weaknesses in music reading and develop future practice goals
  • 3.2 Research repertoire for developing reading skills in consultation with required personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWI05 CUAMPF410 Perform music from written notation Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGW3 CUA40920 Certificate IV in Music Qualification
BGV2 CUA50820 Diploma of Music Qualification
BOF8 CUA50825 Diploma of Music Qualification
BGV4 CUA50220 Diploma of Musical Theatre Qualification