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Prepare for performances

Prepare for performances

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAMPF302
State Code
AWI18
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
100199 - Performing Arts, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use practice time to prepare for performances.It applies to individuals who perform as musicians and/or vocalists and need to practise the pieces to be performed, applying strategies to overcome performance anxiety and take care of own health and safety. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Clarify performance requirements and develop own performance pieces
  • 1.1 Discuss performance requirements with appropriate people
  • 1.2 Confirm own role and level of responsibility in relation to performances
  • 1.3 Obtain required resources in time and in line with level of responsibility
  • 1.4 Listen to recordings of professionals to inform own knowledge of beginning level repertoire as recommended by appropriate people
  • 1.5 Determine suitable performance pieces in consultation with appropriate people and accompanist(s) as applicable
2. Practise instrument and/or voice
  • 2.1 Maintain personal practice to achieve the required standard for rehearsals and performance
  • 2.2 Develop technical facility, and address performance issues and weaknesses during private practice sessions
  • 2.3 Develop interpretation of performance pieces in consultation with appropriate people
  • 2.4 Participate in rehearsals as required, adjusting performance techniques in response to feedback from others
  • 2.5 Listen critically to own performance and the performance of others to inform own work
  • 2.6 Respond to other players, and adjust own performance in ensemble as required
3. Observe work health and safety (WHS) principles in private practice, rehearsals and performance
  • 3.1 Perform warm-up exercises as part of practice routines
  • 3.2 Apply correct physical stance, posture and movement during practice sessions and performance
  • 3.3 Ensure that practice sessions are of a suitable length by planning reasonable breaks to avoid fatigue and mental or physical stress
  • 3.4 Assess and monitor possible stresses and strains of activity on specific parts of the body and take suitable preventative measures
  • 3.5 Seek advice promptly from appropriate sources and take recommended remedial action where damage is done or suspected
4. Implement strategies to overcome the effects of performance anxiety
  • 4.1 Identify the symptoms and likely causes of performance anxiety in consultation with appropriate people
  • 4.2 Identify and implement a range of strategies to overcome performance anxiety to suit own needs and circumstances
  • 4.3 Evaluate the effectiveness of strategies used to overcome performance anxiety and modify those strategies as required
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D2926 CUSMPF302A Prepare for performances Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODD74 CUAMPF312 Prepare for musical performances Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZN6 CUA40915 Certificate IV in Music Industry Qualification
AZK9 CUA30915 Certificate III in Music Industry Qualification