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Notate music for performance

Notate music for performance

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAMLT401
State Code
AWI31
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
35
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse, notate and edit music to the standard required by musicians and vocalists during performances. It applies to individuals including performers, composers, arrangers, conductors, producers, editors and publishers, who use notation for accurate music realisations.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to notate music
  • 1.1 Confirm with appropriate people purpose, style, structure and instrumentation of musical pieces to be notated
  • 1.2 Identify appropriate musical elements and forms/structures to suit the purpose of the songs or musical pieces
  • 1.3 Determine the need for fully notated or abbreviated music conventions in consultation with the personnel who will be realising the music
  • 1.4 Investigate computer and paper based notation methods, and determine tools for notation
  • 1.5 Anticipate problems that might arise during the process of notating music, and plan accordingly
2. Develop music notation
  • 2.1 Use aural perception skills to identify and write rhythmic, melodic and harmonic structures
  • 2.2 Ensure appropriate use of form and music structures
  • 2.3 Apply dynamics and expression marks
  • 2.4 Notate music within the required stylistic conventions
3. Present written music for performance
  • 3.1 Prepare final manuscript in a suitable format for end users
  • 3.2 Provide music for reading purposes to appropriate people
  • 3.3 Seek feedback on notation from appropriate people, and adjust as required
  • 3.4 Complete all work within agreed timeframes
4. Review effectiveness of music writing
  • 4.1 Seek feedback from appropriate people on the process used to analyse and notate music
  • 4.2 Use feedback and own evaluation of notated music to identify areas for future improvement
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D2912 CUSMLT401A Notate music for performance Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODF01 CUAMLT411 Notate music for performance Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZN6 CUA40915 Certificate IV in Music Industry Qualification