ATS1073 · Popular music 2

Overview

In this unit, you will extend your exploration of fundamental concepts in popular music practice by undertaking a study of diverse repertoire across a variety of styles and genres. You will examine the basics of stagecraft, including stage set-up, sound systems, microphone technique, performance anxiety, as well as the basic ecosystems of the music industries. You will continue your small ensemble work using audio-visual recordings in your practice and develop your self-reflective skills via peer feedback, enhancing your skills in self-directed practice.

Areas of study: Popular music

Offerings

Assessment

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

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

Learning outcomes

1. demonstrate apply technical efficiency on primary instrument/voice across a range of musical styles and genres to create a performance outcome;
2. undertake and evaluate responsible and effective personal planning, practice and reflection in all aspects of practice;
3. apply collaborative rehearsal and performance skills in an ensemble setting.

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.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.