Ensemble Performance 101

Course aim

To develop foundational instrumental, improvisational, interpretive and technical skills, in addition to developing the practice and performance repertoire of particular musical styles and genres.

Course content

Focuses on the development of instrumental and/or vocal skills through large ensemble rehearsals and performances. Students will acquire basic skills in sight-reading and ensemble techniques. Each student will audition for an ensemble place or participate in a small reading ensemble. Students will extend their repertoire based on the post swing era, mainstream and Bebop styles.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Continuous assessment, Group presentation, Practical

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 1)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.