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Develop skills to play or sing music

Develop skills to play or sing music

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAMPF111
State Code
ODE34
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
100101 - Music
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
63
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop elementary skills in singing or playing an instrument. It includes preparing to sing or play and evaluating skill development. The unit applies to those who have little or no musical experience and who are learning to sing or play a specific musical instrument and need close guidance and supervision.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to play instrument or sing
  • 1.1 Set goals for own skill development in consultation with required personnel
  • 1.2 Care for, move and store instrument and/or accessories as required, using required methods and cleaning products
  • 1.3 Listen to live or recorded music featuring chosen instrument or voice, and discuss with required personnel how sounds and effects are achieved
  • 1.4 Set up instrument or warm up voice according to work health safety (WHS) requirements
  • 1.5 Tune instrument with assistance from required personnel as required
  • 1.6 Consult with required personnel to choose simple pieces suitable for own stage of skill development
2. Play or sing simple pieces
  • 2.1 Perform musical piece using basic techniques
  • 2.2 Use correct posture while playing or singing
  • 2.3 Listen to and identify simple musical elements including melodies and rhythms
  • 2.4 Reproduce basic musical patterns using listening skills during performance
  • 2.5 Adjust elements of pitch, rhythm, volume and tone colour as required
3. Review performances
  • 3.1 Seek feedback on own skill development from required personnel, and evaluate progress against established development goals
  • 3.2 Note areas for future improvement
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWI25 CUAMPF101 Develop skills to play or sing music Unit of competency