Unit of competency Outline
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Articulate ideas about music
Articulate ideas about music
Unit of competency
National Code
CUAMLT402
CUAMLT402
State Code
AWI32
AWI32
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
100101 - Music
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to communicate aesthetic, technical and expressive characteristics of music to others.It applies to individuals, including musicians, music writers, and festival and concert programmers, who have well developed skills in aural discrimination and the ability to apply artistic judgement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Clarify scope of music exploration
- 1.1 Discuss the purpose and scope of the music study and required format for communication with appropriate people
- 1.2 Identify appropriate methodologies for exploring and interpreting the aesthetic, technical and expressive aspects of music
- 1.3 Identify musical styles, genres or pieces to be examined
- 1.4 Clarify timelines for completion of study and factors that may impact on it
2. Identify aesthetic and expressive elements of music
- 2.1 Assess musical examples to determine the overall style, character and genre of the music
- 2.2 Listen critically and/or review notation/scores to analyse expressive, aesthetic and technical qualities of musical elements
- 2.3 Examine a range of musical elements to confirm the analysis
- 2.4 Investigate the historical, cultural and social circumstances under which the musical pieces were written
- 2.5 Discuss aspects of work with peers, and incorporate different perspectives or ideas about music as appropriate
3. Convey ideas about music
- 3.1 Organise and document information on the aesthetic, technical and expressive characteristics of the music, its context and related music terminology
- 3.2 Compile and articulate ideas about the music in required format within agreed timelines and in a style suited to the target audience
- 3.3 Seek feedback on developed music perspectives from appropriate people, and adjust conclusions as required
- 3.4 Evaluate the processes followed for exploring and interpreting ideas about music, and note areas for future improvement
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D2913 | CUSMLT402A | Articulate ideas about music | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGV2 | CUA50820 | Diploma of Music | Qualification |
| BOF8 | CUA50825 | Diploma of Music | Qualification |
| AZN6 | CUA40915 | Certificate IV in Music Industry | Qualification |