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ATS1044 · Performance 1

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2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 1Sir Zelman Cowen School of Music and Performance

Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTC

Overview

In this unit you will develop foundational music performance skills through preparation and presentation of performance materials such as technical work, studies, solo and collaborative repertoire suitable for first year tertiary level. You will engage in solo, ensemble and collaborative performance activities, as you develop a holistic artistic practice.

Areas of study: Ethnomusicology and musicology Music performance

Offerings

CampusTeaching periodMode
ClaytonFirst semesterTeaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS)
ClaytonSecond semesterTeaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS)

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

#AssessmentTypeWeightHurdle
1PerformanceDemonstration10%
2ReflectionWritten10%
3PerformanceDemonstration20%
4PerformancePerformance60%Competency

Within semester assessment: 100%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

  1. Demonstrate a foundational level of instrumental/vocal technique, including control of rhythm, articulation, accuracy, timbre, dynamics and intonation (where applicable);
  2. Prepare and present performance materials such as technical requirements, studies, solo repertoire and/or collaborative repertoire suitable for first year tertiary level;
  3. Demonstrate a foundational level of professional musicianship and/or creativity, including appropriate artistic expression, improvisation and/or technology as appropriate;
  4. Demonstrate holistic artistic practice through awareness of musicians' health and wellbeing issues relevant to performance.

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

ActivityDuration
Workshops
Tutorials

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