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ATS2801 · Ensemble studies 4

Official Handbook

2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 2Sir Zelman Cowen School of Music and Performance

Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTC

Overview

This unit consolidates and extends advanced skills in ensemble performance developed in ATS2800 Ensemble studies 3. You will critically examine ensemble leadership and reflect on various roles in professional ensemble performance.

Offerings

CampusTeaching periodMode
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
1Work in ProgressPerformance30%
2Reflective WritingWritten20%
3Work in Progress 2Performance30%
4PerformancePerformance20%

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. Perform in a selected ensemble with advanced ensemble skills (for example phrasing, blend, balance, group dynamics, preparation, interaction and participation);
  2. Perform in an ensemble context with advanced individual technical and artistic control (for example, instrument specific techniques, accuracy, articulation, touch, tone quality and intonation);
  3. Confidently perform select repertoire in a public setting with a critical awareness of ensemble interaction;
  4. Critically evaluate the role of leadership in ensemble 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
Tutorials24 hours

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