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CUAMPF406
Perform music as a soloist

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform live for audiences as a soloist.

It applies to individuals who perform as solo instrumentalists or vocalists. They may perform in any musical genre. They apply technical and musicianship skills and well developed stagecraft skills to engage audiences.

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

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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. Perform warm-up routine

1.1 Ensure that music is fully rehearsed to the required performance standard

1.2 Check instrument or voice and other equipment required for the performance to ensure their reliability in performance

1.3 Ensure accurate tuning of instrument or voice where relevant

1.4 Warm up for the performance to ensure that sound production is secure from the beginning of the performance in line with work health and safety (WHS) principles

1.5 Use relaxation techniques to overcome performance anxiety as required

2. Execute solo elements of performance

2.1 Apply knowledge of the music, including musical elements and underlying intention, to enhance performance outcomes

2.2 Demonstrate imagination and innovation in the musical interpretation to maintain audience focus and attention

2.3 Use appropriate techniques to effectively realise performance style

2.4 Focus expressive skills to engage self, accompanist and audience in the performance

2.5 Respond to musical and stage or studio direction as required

2.6 Listen critically to own and others’ performance, and adjust own performance to produce the required sound

2.7 Demonstrate appropriate intonation, dynamics, phrasing, rhythm and expression to produce the required sound

2.8 Sustain the musical line and/or harmony as required in the style and context of performance

2.9 Maintain artistic and technical communication with musical director and/or accompanist(s) where relevant

3. Evaluate performance

3.1 Assess the success of the performance in achieving its potential, and incorporate evaluation into future performances

3.2 Measure performance against previous work to assess own technical and artistic development

3.3 Identify and note weaknesses and errors in the performance to improve future performances

3.4 Assess feedback from others, and use for possible adjustment to future work

3.5 Plan strategies for refining solo performance and technical skills based on outcome of evaluations

Evidence of the ability to:

demonstrate pre-performance checks and warm-ups

perform proficiently as a soloist before an audience on at least three occasions, including:

sustaining appropriate intonation, dynamics, phrasing, rhythm and expression during the performance

listening and adjusting own performance to maintain required sound

responding to directions

using techniques to engage the audience engaging the audience

plan strategies to improve future performances.

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:

describe pre-performance warm-up techniques

explain how music knowledge is used by a soloist to enhance performance

describe features of listening critically to own and others’ performance

explain the main requirements for an effective soloist musician or singer

outline typical issues and challenges that arise in the context of performing as a soloist for audiences, and how they might be overcome

outline work health and safety (WHS) principles as they apply to performing in a range of environments.

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

opportunities for solo performances before an audience

appropriate venue with adequate space and acoustic qualities for solo performances.

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. Perform warm-up routine

1.1 Ensure that music is fully rehearsed to the required performance standard

1.2 Check instrument or voice and other equipment required for the performance to ensure their reliability in performance

1.3 Ensure accurate tuning of instrument or voice where relevant

1.4 Warm up for the performance to ensure that sound production is secure from the beginning of the performance in line with work health and safety (WHS) principles

1.5 Use relaxation techniques to overcome performance anxiety as required

2. Execute solo elements of performance

2.1 Apply knowledge of the music, including musical elements and underlying intention, to enhance performance outcomes

2.2 Demonstrate imagination and innovation in the musical interpretation to maintain audience focus and attention

2.3 Use appropriate techniques to effectively realise performance style

2.4 Focus expressive skills to engage self, accompanist and audience in the performance

2.5 Respond to musical and stage or studio direction as required

2.6 Listen critically to own and others’ performance, and adjust own performance to produce the required sound

2.7 Demonstrate appropriate intonation, dynamics, phrasing, rhythm and expression to produce the required sound

2.8 Sustain the musical line and/or harmony as required in the style and context of performance

2.9 Maintain artistic and technical communication with musical director and/or accompanist(s) where relevant

3. Evaluate performance

3.1 Assess the success of the performance in achieving its potential, and incorporate evaluation into future performances

3.2 Measure performance against previous work to assess own technical and artistic development

3.3 Identify and note weaknesses and errors in the performance to improve future performances

3.4 Assess feedback from others, and use for possible adjustment to future work

3.5 Plan strategies for refining solo performance and technical skills based on outcome of evaluations

Evidence of the ability to:

demonstrate pre-performance checks and warm-ups

perform proficiently as a soloist before an audience on at least three occasions, including:

sustaining appropriate intonation, dynamics, phrasing, rhythm and expression during the performance

listening and adjusting own performance to maintain required sound

responding to directions

using techniques to engage the audience engaging the audience

plan strategies to improve future performances.

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:

describe pre-performance warm-up techniques

explain how music knowledge is used by a soloist to enhance performance

describe features of listening critically to own and others’ performance

explain the main requirements for an effective soloist musician or singer

outline typical issues and challenges that arise in the context of performing as a soloist for audiences, and how they might be overcome

outline work health and safety (WHS) principles as they apply to performing in a range of environments.

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

opportunities for solo performances before an audience

appropriate venue with adequate space and acoustic qualities for solo performances.

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
Ensure that music is fully rehearsed to the required performance standard 
Check instrument or voice and other equipment required for the performance to ensure their reliability in performance 
Ensure accurate tuning of instrument or voice where relevant 
Warm up for the performance to ensure that sound production is secure from the beginning of the performance in line with work health and safety (WHS) principles 
Use relaxation techniques to overcome performance anxiety as required 
Apply knowledge of the music, including musical elements and underlying intention, to enhance performance outcomes 
Demonstrate imagination and innovation in the musical interpretation to maintain audience focus and attention 
Use appropriate techniques to effectively realise performance style 
Focus expressive skills to engage self, accompanist and audience in the performance 
Respond to musical and stage or studio direction as required 
Listen critically to own and others’ performance, and adjust own performance to produce the required sound 
Demonstrate appropriate intonation, dynamics, phrasing, rhythm and expression to produce the required sound 
Sustain the musical line and/or harmony as required in the style and context of performance 
Maintain artistic and technical communication with musical director and/or accompanist(s) where relevant 
Assess the success of the performance in achieving its potential, and incorporate evaluation into future performances 
Measure performance against previous work to assess own technical and artistic development 
Identify and note weaknesses and errors in the performance to improve future performances 
Assess feedback from others, and use for possible adjustment to future work 
Plan strategies for refining solo performance and technical skills based on outcome of evaluations 

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