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Develop skills to play or sing music

Develop skills to play or sing music

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAMPF101
State Code
AWI25
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
100101 - Music
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
63
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop elementary skills in singing or tuning, playing and caring for an instrument. It applies to individuals with little or no musical experience who are embarking on a career in singing or playing a specific musical instrument and need close guidance and supervision.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Become familiar with chosen instrument or voice
  • 1.1 Use appropriate methods and cleaning products to care for, move and store instrument and accessories
  • 1.2 Identify how the physical characteristics of the instrument or voice, and the performer, affect the sound they produce, in consultation with colleagues or teachers
  • 1.3 Explore the range, capability and sound characteristics of chosen instrument or voice
  • 1.4 Listen to live or recorded music featuring the chosen instrument or voice, and discuss with colleagues and/or teacher how sounds and effects are achieved
  • 1.5 Set goals for own skill development in consultation with relevant people
2. Prepare to play instrument or sing
  • 2.1 Set up instrument or warm up voice as required
  • 2.2 Tune instrument with assistance from relevant people as required
  • 2.3 Experiment with different techniques to adjust the elements of pitch, rhythm, volume and sound colour (including timbre, articulation and production techniques) to produce the required sound during practice sessions
  • 2.4 Develop listening skills in the process of producing a range of notes, rhythms and/or chords
  • 2.5 Use correct posture to develop technique and healthy performance habits in line with particular instrument or voice
  • 2.6 Consult with relevant people to choose simple pieces suitable for own stage of skill development
3. Play or sing simple pieces
  • 3.1 Use listening skills while playing or singing selected pieces to adjust intonation, use appropriate sound and tone production, and reproduce basic musical patterns.
  • 3.2 Listen and recognise simple musical elements including melodies, rhythms, and/or chords
  • 3.3 Seek feedback on own skill development from relevant people, and evaluate progress against personal goals
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D2919 CUSMPF101A Develop skills to play or sing music Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODE34 CUAMPF111 Develop skills to play or sing music Unit of competency