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Prepare for musical performances

Prepare for musical performances

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAMPF312
State Code
ODD74
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
100199 - Performing Arts, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for musical performances, including practising a selected instrument and/or voice.The unit applies to those who perform as musicians and/or vocalists and need to practise the musical pieces to be performed, applying strategies to overcome performance anxiety and complying with work health and safety (WHS) principles to take care of own health and safety. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Clarify performance requirements and select own performance pieces
  • 1.1 Discuss performance requirements with required personnel
  • 1.2 Confirm own role and level of responsibility as required for performance
  • 1.3 Identify and obtain required resources for performance preparation
  • 1.4 Listen to recordings of professionals to inform own knowledge of beginning level repertoire as recommended by required personnel
  • 1.5 Determine suitable performance pieces in consultation with required personnel and accompanist(s) as applicable
2. Practise instrument and/or voice
  • 2.1 Undertake personal practice plan
  • 2.2 Develop technical facility and address performance issues and areas for improvement during private practice sessions
  • 2.3 Develop interpretation of performance pieces in consultation with required personnel
  • 2.4 Participate in rehearsals as required, adjusting performance techniques in response to feedback from required personnel
  • 2.5 Inform own work by listening critically to own performance and performance of others
  • 2.6 Respond to other players, and adjust own performance in ensemble as required
3. Observe WHS principles in private practice, rehearsals and performance
  • 3.1 Perform warm-up exercises as part of practice routines
  • 3.2 Apply correct physical stance, posture and movement during practice sessions and performance
  • 3.3 Plan breaks and length of practice sessions and confirm plans have been structured to reduce fatigue and mental or physical stress
  • 3.4 Assess and monitor possible stresses and strains of activity on specific parts of the body and take required preventative measures
  • 3.5 Seek advice promptly from required sources and take recommended remedial action when an incident or injury occurs or is suspected
4. Implement strategies to overcome the effects of performance anxiety
  • 4.1 Identify symptoms and likely causes of performance anxiety in consultation with required personnel
  • 4.2 Identify and implement strategies to effectively manage performance anxiety as required
  • 4.3 Evaluate effectiveness of strategies used to manage performance anxiety and modify strategies as required
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