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Conduct musical performances

Conduct musical performances

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAMPF616
State Code
ODG60
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
51
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct musical performances for orchestral, chamber ensemble and musical theatre productions.The unit applies to those who are responsible for communicating the style and intent of works they conduct to performers and audiences. They have high level skills in reading and memorising orchestral and vocal scores, and a sound knowledge of the range and capability of instruments being used in performances. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for performance
  • 1.1 Confirm performance requirements and outcomes in consultation with required personnel
  • 1.2 Confirm that warm-up facility and venue meet work health and safety (WHS) requirements
  • 1.3 Complete pre-performance checks of equipment, instruments and accessories and confirm required resources are available
  • 1.4 Assist self and performers to prepare psychologically, physically and artistically using warm-up routines
  • 1.5 Communicate contingency measures where required and anticipate consequences
  • 1.6 Confirm that individual and collective tuning of instruments is at required standard for performance using listening skills
2. Observe conventions during performances
  • 2.1 Dress professionally for performance occasion
  • 2.2 Acknowledge concertmaster and audience according to stage conventions
  • 2.3 Confirm and expedite performance readiness by observing performers and audience as required
  • 2.4 Engage and communicate with audience as required for performance context
  • 2.5 Acknowledge performers and audience at conclusion of performances and at other required times
3. Interact and conduct performers
  • 3.1 Communicate musical leadership to performers using demeanour, body language and cues
  • 3.2 Maintain engagement of performers and direct energy throughout performance
  • 3.3 Maintain acoustic balance of instrumental and electronic forces according to performance requirements
  • 3.4 Enhance individual and collective performance using music, instrument, and vocal knowledge, and technical skills
  • 3.5 Monitor body language of performers and ensemble members during performance and respond accordingly
  • 3.6 Respond and adapt to performance variations and maintain performance flow
  • 3.7 Assess balance between aspirations of different performers and their functions within overall work
4. Evaluate performance
  • 4.1 Evaluate performance in discussion with required personnel
  • 4.2 Review own performance and identify aspects that could be improved
  • 4.3 Assess performance for potential contribution other performers may make to future work
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWH91 CUAMPF606 Conduct musical performances Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGV0 CUA60520 Advanced Diploma of Music Qualification
BOG0 CUA60525 Advanced Diploma of Music Qualification