CUAMPF418 — Develop performance techniques on a second instrument

1 Explore range of second instrument

• 1.1Compare physical characteristics and basic acoustic principles of second instrument with those of primary instrument, in consultation with required personnel
• 1.2Listen to work of other musicians or vocalists and identify techniques that can be used in own practice
• 1.3Identify own weaknesses and document plan for development of new performance techniques and skills for mastering second instrument
• 1.4Select repertoire that aligns with skill development plan
• 1.5Experiment with and develop control of range and scope of instrument
• 1.6Explore capability of second instrument in line with repertoire requirements

2 Maintain and care for second instrument

• 2.1Use processes to care for instrument or voice according to work health and safety (WHS) principles
• 2.2Set up and warm up instrument or voice in preparation for practice and performance
• 2.3Use required products to care for instrument or voice and enhance performance outcomes
• 2.4Tune instrument to required standard and tuning conventions if required

3 Use practice time to develop performance technique

• 3.1Plan practice sessions aimed at developing techniques and overcoming technical challenges, in consultation with required personnel
• 3.2Practise exercises and studies that develop technical fluency in identified areas of weakness
• 3.3Confirm posture, finger, hand and body position during practice is in line with WHS principles
• 3.4Seek feedback on own skill development from required personnel and adjust focus of practice sessions as required

4 Play musical pieces on second instrument

• 4.1Play pieces from different repertoire using techniques on instrument or voice
• 4.2Perform work following required tempi and musical markings where required
• 4.3Monitor and adjust rhythmic control, intonation and sound or tone production when playing or singing

5 Evaluate performances

• 5.1Seek feedback from required personnel on own performance and level of skill development
• 5.2Evaluate own performance and note areas for future improvement
• 5.3Implement feedback from others and own observations of performance and skill development, and plan future improvement strategies

What does an assessment tool for CUAMPF418 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CUAMPF418 needs to address all 35 unit components: 5 elements with 20 performance criteria, 4 performance evidence requirements, 3 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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