Develop performance techniques on a second instrument

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 10:22 PM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
CUAMPF408

State Code
AWI07

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

Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop performance techniques on an instrument other than the primary instrument. It applies to musicians who want to gain proficiency in a second instrument, including voice, and so develop flexibility in their repertoire. The techniques for playing instruments may be completely different, however, the underpinning music knowledge that needs to be applied in performance remains the same. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Explore the range of the second instrument

1.1 Compare physical characteristics and basic acoustic principles of second instrument with those of primary instrument, in consultation with appropriate people
1.2 Plan development of performance technique to build on applying existing techniques and skills to mastering the second instrument
1.3 Experiment with and develop control of the range and scope of instrument, and apply to performance
1.4 Explore capability of second instrument in line with repertoire requirements

2. Maintain and care for the instrument

2.1 Use appropriate methods to care for, move, use and store the instrument securely in line with work health and safety (WHS) principles
2.2 Set up and/or warm up the instrument or voice in preparation for practice and performance
2.3 Use instrumental accessories, fittings, maintenance and cleaning products to care for the instrument and enhance performance outcomes
2.4 Tune the instrument appropriately to the required standard and tuning conventions

3. Use practice time to develop performance technique

3.1 Consult with appropriate people to plan practice sessions aimed at developing techniques and overcoming technical challenges
3.2 Apply music knowledge of basic musical elements to develop performance technique
3.3 Systemically practise exercises and/or studies that develop technical fluency in identified areas of weakness, as well as selected pieces
3.4 Incorporate safe and healthy performance habits into practice by using correct posture and finger, hand and/or body positions in line with work health and safety (WHS) principles
3.5 Seek feedback on own skill development from appropriate personnel, and adjust focus of practice sessions as required

4. Perform pieces

4.1 Play pieces from a range of repertoire using techniques on instrument or voice to produce rhythmic control, applicable intonation and sound or tone production
4.2 Perform all work following agreed tempi and musical markings where relevant
4.3 Apply listening skills in playing or singing simple pieces or accompaniments to monitor and adjust rhythmic control, intonation and sound or tone production

5. Evaluate own performance

5.1 Listen to the work of other musicians to inform own performance goals
5.2 Seek feedback from appropriate others on own performance and level of skill development
5.3 Act on feedback from relevant others and own observations of performance and skill development to plan future improvements.

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
D2937	CUSMPF408A	Develop performance techniques on a second instrument	Unit of competency

Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
ODH62	CUAMPF418	Develop performance techniques on a second instrument	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
AZN6	CUA40915	Certificate IV in Music Industry	Qualification
AZN0	CUA50815	Diploma of Music Industry	Qualification