Develop technical skills and expand repertoire

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 11:27 AM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
CUAMPF505

State Code
AWI00

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 refine instrumental techniques and expand the range of practical performance repertoire. It applies to musicians who apply higher levels of technical and expressive skills to performance preparation, craft skills and musicianship. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Apply technical control in performing music

1.1 Use control of the physical characteristics of chosen instrument to perform music
1.2 Exploit the expressive qualities of chosen instrument using technical control in performance
1.3 Control sound production to achieve consistency and reliability in performance across a wide range of repertoire in selected musical style

2. Maintain and care for the instrument

2.1 Use appropriate methods to care for, move, use and store the instrument securely
2.2 Set up and/or warm up the instrument in preparation for practice or 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. Develop techniques and expand repertoire

3.1 Plan practice sessions, strategies and exercises aimed at extending techniques and expanding repertoire in consultation with appropriate people
3.2 Practise technical exercises and/or studies as applicable to instrument to address specific technical needs
3.3 Cultivate individual style, and extend musical expression in selected repertoire, using the physical and acoustic capabilities of the selected instrument
3.4 Listen to own work critically to produce accurate intonation and tone colour across a wide dynamic range
3.5 Maintain correct posture and appropriate finger, hand and/or body positions to perfect technical facility and to protect against overuse injury in line with work health and safety (WHS) principles
3.6 Monitor progress in skill development against personal goals, and adjust practice sessions accordingly

4. Apply refined skills to perform a wider range of pieces

4.1 Interpret music to play a range of repertoire for a solo and/or ensemble performance program in the selected area of music specialisation
4.2 Use a variety of instrumental techniques in performance, demonstrating fluency, individual style and appropriate musical expression
4.3 Control intonation, rhythm, tempo, expression, phrasing and nuance appropriate to the instrument or voice, repertoire and musical style
4.4 Evaluate own performances, and note areas for future improvement
4.5 Seek feedback on own performance from appropriate people, and incorporate their suggestions into strategies for improving own skills and knowledge

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
D2944	CUSMPF506A	Develop technical skills and expand repertoire	Unit of competency

Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
ODH78	CUAMPF515	Develop instrumental techniques and expand repertoire	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
AZN0	CUA50815	Diploma of Music Industry	Qualification
J703	CUA50213	Diploma of Musical Theatre	Qualification