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PRINCIPAL STUDY
Subject Outline
The PRINCIPAL STUDY subject consists of the components PRINCIPAL STUDY LESSONS and PRINCIPAL STUDY FORUMS. The subject incorporates a range of repertoire and technical studies appropriate to the specialist area along with regular performance in Concert Class and other selected performance forums.
PRINCIPAL STUDY LESSONS
Individual lessons are arranged in consultation with the Head of Department. Students receive a maximum of 10x1 hour individual lessons per semester and the Head of Department organises 1 Principal Study Forum (Masterclass) per instrumental category per semester.
PRINCIPAL STUDY FORUMS
Principal Study Forums are organised per instrumental category. Principal Study Forums are of 2 hour duration. The instrumental breakdown for the various Principal Study Forums is as follows: PSF Piano, PSF Guitar, PSF Bass, PSF Percussion, PSF Brass, PSF Woodwinds and PSF Vocal.
IMPROVISATION MATERIALS
Subject Outline
The IMPROVISATION MATERIALS subject embraces the tools and materials of improvised music. The classes focus on developing the ability to compose and perform in real time, therefore the content of the classes includes harmonic and rhythmic strategies with an emphasis on experimentation and psychological factors affecting performance. Please note that improvisation is specifically meant here in its broader context and not necessarily specific to the jazz idiom. Classes will includes solo and group improvisation, free improvisation, jazz changes, improvised forms, world music improvisation, rhythmic improvisation, theme and development, phrasing, texture, group dynamics, risk, role play in jazz, dealing with performance anxiety, aesthetics of new musical models and odd time signatures. Improvisation Materials classes are conducted weekly and run for 1.5 hours per session.
CONCERT CLASS
Subject Outline
The CONCERT CLASS provides the opportunity for students to lead an individual presentation in a more formal concert environment which is also recorded. Students are awarded a mark for their formal solo presentation. Students are advised to check the notice board for information on the dates and times that their particular performance at Concert Class is to take place. Students performing are to send via email all the information regarding their performance to the Head of Department a week prior to performance. This should include the name of the piece, composer, program notes on piece and personnel details. Please discuss any problems or changes of dates with the Head of Department. A high standard of performance and presentation including program notes and ensemble personnel details is expected. Concert Class runs for 1.5 hours and performances are staged 6 times per semester. All students are expected to attend these formal presentations.
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PRINCIPAL STUDY
On completing this subject students will be able to:
• connect research into repertoire to actual performance, and the development of creative skills of interpretation across a wide spectrum of music;
• be cognisant of and sympathetic to a broad range of musics and associated performance skills;
• understand all aspects of performance practice, and develop an understanding of life experience as a performer in the 21st century;
• demonstrate an appreciation of solo and group performance, current (public) performance practice and the extra-musical aspects necessary for success in the profession;
• demosntrate the necessary skills to combat performance anxiety and other elements which hinder the successful performance of music;
• demonstrate an appreciation and understanding of the individualistic nature of performance.
IMPROVISATION MATERIALS
On completing this subject students will:
• have an appreciate the creation of music from a non-style based perspective;
• create music 'in the moment' with consideration for the immediate acoustic space and the audience.
• understand the connection between the idea of 'real-time' composition and the deeper concepts of 'flow' and 'play';
• have developed an appreciation and understanding of the individualistic nature of performance;
• engage in constructive critical debate.
CONCERT CLASS
On completing this subject students will be able to:
• connect research into repertoire to actual performance, and the development of creative skills of interpretation across a wide spectrum of music;
• be cognisant of and sympathetic to a broad range of musics and associated performance skills;
• understand all aspects of performance practice, and develop an understanding of life experience as a performer in the 21st century;
• demonstrate an appreciation of solo and group performance, current (public) performance practice and the extra-musical aspects necessary for success in the profession;
• demonstrate the necessary skills to combat performance anxiety and other elements which hinder the successful performance of music;
• demosntrate an appreciation and understanding of the individualistic nature of performance.
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PRINCIPAL STUDY
Semester 1: Individual Technical Examination (50%)
INDIVIDUAL TECHNICAL EXAMINATION
The Individual Technical Examination is designed to ensure that students continue to develop and master basic technical work. Comprised in the main of scales, arpeggios and studies for melodic instruments and rudiments, rhythmic repertoire and technical studies for rhythmical instruments, the Individual Technical Examination is deemed necessary for obtaining proficiency. The document with the relevant material is delivered to students at the beginning of the semester. Students are advised to work on the material in consultation with their Principal Study Lessons teacher. The Individual Technical Examination is followed by a formal interview where the progress of the student in the course is discussed.
IMPROVISATION MATERIALS
CONTINUOUS: Attendance, preparation and commitment as demonstrated by performance tasks and activities embracing all areas studied.
FORMAL: Up to two solo improvisation performances per semester (30%).
CONCERT CLASS
CONTINUOS/FORMAL: Attendance throughout the semester plus preparation and realisation of an individual performance (20%)
Late submission
* Unless an extension has been granted, for essays/assignments submitted after the due date, the mark a student is awarded for their work will be reduced by 10% for each day the work is late. Using electronic submission means work may be submitted on any day.
* Unless an extension has been granted, assignments submitted later than 5 working days (or 1 week if due on a weekend) after the due date will not be marked, and will receive no marks.
Hurdle requirements
Students must attend 80% of all scheduled classes and attempt all elements of assessment to be eligible for a pass in this subject.
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PRINCIPAL STUDY
Required Resources
The Individual Technical Exam folder found in the course document cd, contains all the material required (per year level / as well as per instrumental category) for the technical examination.
The Recital folder found inside the Additional Materials folder of the course document cd, contains the following essential material for your recital development and presentation:
1. Recital Guidelines page.
2. Recital Template (word file) to be completed and printed for the various panel members, as well as your audience (optional) for your individual recital presentation.
Required Texts
There may be required texts for this subject as assigned by the various tutors when necessary.
IMPROVISATION MATERIALS
Required Texts
There may be required texts for this subject as assigned by the various tutors when necessary.
CONCERT CLASS
N/A
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| Generic Skills: |
PRINCIPAL STUDY
On completing this subject students will be able to:
• exhibit extensive theoretical and practical knowledge of their discipline including relevant professional knowledge, skills, discipline and ethics as they relate to the practising musician;
demonstrate an open and independent attitude towards contemporary cultural developments;
• demonstrate a flexible and innovative approach to the challenges for the professional musician in the 21st century;
• critically and creatively engage with topics of cultural significance across the broader community;
• work at various levels, both individually and as a team member, in a wide variety of musical environments;
• understand and appreciate how the arts connect with the broader society and culture.
IMPROVISATION MATERIALS
On completing this subject students will be able to:
• exhibit extensive theoretical and practical knowledge of their discipline including relevant professional knowledge, skills, discipline and ethics as they relate to the practising musician;
• demonstrate an open and independent attitude towards contemporary cultural developments;
• demonstrate a flexible and innovative approach to the challenges for the professional musician in the 21st century;
• critically and creatively engage with topics of cultural significance across the broader community;
• work at various levels, both individually and as a team member, in a wide variety of musical environments;
• understand and appreciate how the arts connect with the broader society and culture.
CONCERT CLASS
On completing this subject students will be able to:
• exhibit extensive theoretical and practical knowledge of their discipline including relevant professional knowledge, skills, discipline and ethics as they relate to the practising musician;
• demonstrate an open and independent attitude towards contemporary cultural developments;
• demonstrate a flexible and innovative approach to the challenges for the professional musician in the 21st century;
• critically and creatively engage with topics of cultural significance across the broader community;
• work at various levels, both individually and as a team member, in a wide variety of musical environments;
• understand and appreciate how the arts connect with the broader society and culture.
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