Unit of competency Outline

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Contribute to backup accompaniment

Contribute to backup accompaniment

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAMPF303
State Code
AWI16
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
34
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform as part of a backup group. It applies to individuals who are developing technical and interpersonal accompaniment skills on chosen instrument or voice to complement the performance of soloists and blend with that of other group members.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to perform backup accompaniment
  • 1.1 Confirm performance venue, lead and backup performance roles and expected performance outcomes with relevant people
  • 1.2 Confirm own contribution and that the part is within own technical and artistic level of performance
  • 1.3 Use personal practice time outside of combined rehearsals to gain mastery of technical and musical demands of the selected music and achieve required performance standard
  • 1.4 Take direction from and give support to performers during rehearsals
  • 1.5 Seek feedback on own performance from relevant personnel, and adjust performance techniques
2. Perform backup accompaniment
  • 2.1 Maintain energy levels, concentration and focus to ensure that own contribution enhances and complements the performance of others
  • 2.2 Listen critically to own and others’ performance, and adjust playing and volume to achieve the required sound and balance between lead and backing players
  • 2.3 Ensure that own conduct and appearance are appropriate to the performance context
  • 2.4 Take and give cues to contribute to a cohesive performance
3. Evaluate performance
  • 3.1 Contribute to evaluation of the performance of performers
  • 3.2 Evaluate own performance as a backup accompanist, and note areas for future improvement
  • 3.3 Seek feedback on own performance from relevant people, and incorporate suggestions into overall strategies for improving own backup accompaniment skills
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D2927 CUSMPF303A Contribute to backup accompaniment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODD73 CUAMPF313 Contribute to backup accompaniment as part of a group Unit of competency