Piano Duo and Duet 1#

Subject 740-178 (2009)

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Credit Points:	6.25
Level:	1 (Undergraduate)
Dates & Locations:	This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2009: On campus For information about these dates, click here.
Time Commitment:	Contact Hours: 1 two-hour rehearsal per week Total Time Commitment: 60 hours
Prerequisites:	Audition - as a duo. The minimum level of performance required for this ensemble would be equivalent to AMEB A. Mus. A. or a very high grade for VCE solo performance.
Corequisites:	None
Recommended Background Knowledge:	None
Non Allowed Subjects:	None
Core Participation Requirements:	It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability will impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and the Disability Liaison Unit.

Subject Overview:	Students will develop their techniques as duo and duet pianists and study selected repertoire, drawing from a range of the duet and duo literature from the 18th century to the present day.
Objectives:	On completion of this subject students should be able to: Show technical development as ensemble musicians Participate with ability and self-confidence as a team member of a performing group Perform selected repertoire to concert standard Identify and exhibit specific knowledge of a range of ensemble repertoire exhibit an informed respect for the values and principles of ensemble performance
Assessment:	This subject is marked on a Pass/Fail only basis. Assessment will be on a pass/fail basis and will be based on punctual attendance at and participation in all rehearsals and performances as directed (100%) Less than 80% attendance will result in a fail.
Prescribed Texts:	None
Breadth Options:	This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
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Generic Skills:	On completion of this subject students should be able to: demonstrate a capacity to think critically and independently study selected repertoire relevant to the ensemble to performance standard apply time and people management skills to rehearsal and performance planning demonstrate teamwork skills in rehearsal/performance groups.
Related Course(s):	Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Music Diploma in Music (Practical)

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