Assessor Resource

CUAMPF302
Prepare for performances

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use practice time to prepare for performances.

It applies to individuals who perform as musicians and/or vocalists and need to practise the pieces to be performed, applying strategies to overcome performance anxiety and take care of own health and safety.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Clarify performance requirements and develop own performance pieces

1.1 Discuss performance requirements with appropriate people

1.2 Confirm own role and level of responsibility in relation to performances

1.3 Obtain required resources in time and in line with level of responsibility

1.4 Listen to recordings of professionals to inform own knowledge of beginning level repertoire as recommended by appropriate people

1.5 Determine suitable performance pieces in consultation with appropriate people and accompanist(s) as applicable

2. Practise instrument and/or voice

2.1 Maintain personal practice to achieve the required standard for rehearsals and performance

2.2 Develop technical facility, and address performance issues and weaknesses during private practice sessions

2.3 Develop interpretation of performance pieces in consultation with appropriate people

2.4 Participate in rehearsals as required, adjusting performance techniques in response to feedback from others

2.5 Listen critically to own performance and the performance of others to inform own work

2.6 Respond to other players, and adjust own performance in ensemble as required

3. Observe work health and safety (WHS) principles in private practice, rehearsals and performance

3.1 Perform warm-up exercises as part of practice routines

3.2 Apply correct physical stance, posture and movement during practice sessions and performance

3.3 Ensure that practice sessions are of a suitable length by planning reasonable breaks to avoid fatigue and mental or physical stress

3.4 Assess and monitor possible stresses and strains of activity on specific parts of the body and take suitable preventative measures

3.5 Seek advice promptly from appropriate sources and take recommended remedial action where damage is done or suspected

4. Implement strategies to overcome the effects of performance anxiety

4.1 Identify the symptoms and likely causes of performance anxiety in consultation with appropriate people

4.2 Identify and implement a range of strategies to overcome performance anxiety to suit own needs and circumstances

4.3 Evaluate the effectiveness of strategies used to overcome performance anxiety and modify those strategies as required

Evidence of the ability to:

use personal practice time to reach the musical and technical standard required for performances

plan and develop performance pieces in consultation with appropriate people

incorporate feedback from others and own observations on own performance in practice sessions and rehearsals

implement personal health and safety considerations during practice sessions.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

outline repertoire relevant to the selected instrument

describe strategies to minimise performance anxiety

outline requirements when preparing for performances

describe health and safety principles as they apply to correct posture and prevention of personal injury.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:

relevant instruments and equipment

suitable practice or rehearsal space

interaction with others.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Clarify performance requirements and develop own performance pieces

1.1 Discuss performance requirements with appropriate people

1.2 Confirm own role and level of responsibility in relation to performances

1.3 Obtain required resources in time and in line with level of responsibility

1.4 Listen to recordings of professionals to inform own knowledge of beginning level repertoire as recommended by appropriate people

1.5 Determine suitable performance pieces in consultation with appropriate people and accompanist(s) as applicable

2. Practise instrument and/or voice

2.1 Maintain personal practice to achieve the required standard for rehearsals and performance

2.2 Develop technical facility, and address performance issues and weaknesses during private practice sessions

2.3 Develop interpretation of performance pieces in consultation with appropriate people

2.4 Participate in rehearsals as required, adjusting performance techniques in response to feedback from others

2.5 Listen critically to own performance and the performance of others to inform own work

2.6 Respond to other players, and adjust own performance in ensemble as required

3. Observe work health and safety (WHS) principles in private practice, rehearsals and performance

3.1 Perform warm-up exercises as part of practice routines

3.2 Apply correct physical stance, posture and movement during practice sessions and performance

3.3 Ensure that practice sessions are of a suitable length by planning reasonable breaks to avoid fatigue and mental or physical stress

3.4 Assess and monitor possible stresses and strains of activity on specific parts of the body and take suitable preventative measures

3.5 Seek advice promptly from appropriate sources and take recommended remedial action where damage is done or suspected

4. Implement strategies to overcome the effects of performance anxiety

4.1 Identify the symptoms and likely causes of performance anxiety in consultation with appropriate people

4.2 Identify and implement a range of strategies to overcome performance anxiety to suit own needs and circumstances

4.3 Evaluate the effectiveness of strategies used to overcome performance anxiety and modify those strategies as required

Evidence of the ability to:

use personal practice time to reach the musical and technical standard required for performances

plan and develop performance pieces in consultation with appropriate people

incorporate feedback from others and own observations on own performance in practice sessions and rehearsals

implement personal health and safety considerations during practice sessions.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

outline repertoire relevant to the selected instrument

describe strategies to minimise performance anxiety

outline requirements when preparing for performances

describe health and safety principles as they apply to correct posture and prevention of personal injury.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:

relevant instruments and equipment

suitable practice or rehearsal space

interaction with others.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Discuss performance requirements with appropriate people 
Confirm own role and level of responsibility in relation to performances 
Obtain required resources in time and in line with level of responsibility 
Listen to recordings of professionals to inform own knowledge of beginning level repertoire as recommended by appropriate people 
Determine suitable performance pieces in consultation with appropriate people and accompanist(s) as applicable 
Maintain personal practice to achieve the required standard for rehearsals and performance 
Develop technical facility, and address performance issues and weaknesses during private practice sessions 
Develop interpretation of performance pieces in consultation with appropriate people 
Participate in rehearsals as required, adjusting performance techniques in response to feedback from others 
Listen critically to own performance and the performance of others to inform own work 
Respond to other players, and adjust own performance in ensemble as required 
Perform warm-up exercises as part of practice routines 
Apply correct physical stance, posture and movement during practice sessions and performance 
Ensure that practice sessions are of a suitable length by planning reasonable breaks to avoid fatigue and mental or physical stress 
Assess and monitor possible stresses and strains of activity on specific parts of the body and take suitable preventative measures 
Seek advice promptly from appropriate sources and take recommended remedial action where damage is done or suspected 
Identify the symptoms and likely causes of performance anxiety in consultation with appropriate people 
Identify and implement a range of strategies to overcome performance anxiety to suit own needs and circumstances 
Evaluate the effectiveness of strategies used to overcome performance anxiety and modify those strategies as required 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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