Assessor Resource

CUAMPF505
Develop technical skills and expand repertoire

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to refine instrumental techniques and expand the range of practical performance repertoire.

It applies to musicians who apply higher levels of technical and expressive skills to performance preparation, craft skills and musicianship.

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. Apply technical control in performing music

1.1 Use control of the physical characteristics of chosen instrument to perform music

1.2 Exploit the expressive qualities of chosen instrument using technical control in performance

1.3 Control sound production to achieve consistency and reliability in performance across a wide range of repertoire in selected musical style

2. Maintain and care for the instrument

2.1 Use appropriate methods to care for, move, use and store the instrument securely

2.2 Set up and/or warm up the instrument in preparation for practice or performance

2.3 Use instrumental accessories, fittings, maintenance and cleaning products to care for the instrument and enhance performance outcomes

2.4 Tune the instrument appropriately to the required standard and tuning conventions

3. Develop techniques and expand repertoire

3.1 Plan practice sessions, strategies and exercises aimed at extending techniques and expanding repertoire in consultation with appropriate people

3.2 Practise technical exercises and/or studies as applicable to instrument to address specific technical needs

3.3 Cultivate individual style, and extend musical expression in selected repertoire, using the physical and acoustic capabilities of the selected instrument

3.4 Listen to own work critically to produce accurate intonation and tone colour across a wide dynamic range

3.5 Maintain correct posture and appropriate finger, hand and/or body positions to perfect technical facility and to protect against overuse injury in line with work health and safety (WHS) principles

3.6 Monitor progress in skill development against personal goals, and adjust practice sessions accordingly

4. Apply refined skills to perform a wider range of pieces

4.1 Interpret music to play a range of repertoire for a solo and/or ensemble performance program in the selected area of music specialisation

4.2 Use a variety of instrumental techniques in performance, demonstrating fluency, individual style and appropriate musical expression

4.3 Control intonation, rhythm, tempo, expression, phrasing and nuance appropriate to the instrument or voice, repertoire and musical style

4.4 Evaluate own performances, and note areas for future improvement

4.5 Seek feedback on own performance from appropriate people, and incorporate their suggestions into strategies for improving own skills and knowledge

Evidence of the ability to:

perform a specific set of technical exercises and/or studies

demonstrate, in a performance program, fluency, individual style and musical expression in a range of repertoire on the selected instrument in area of specialisation

monitor progress in own skill development.

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 acoustic principles relevant to chosen instrument and area of specialisation

explain tuning conventions for chosen instrument

explain control in relation to chosen instrument

explain strategies and exercises for developing technical techniques

describe extended repertoire relevant to the chosen instrument and area of specialisation

explain qualities of musical performance that would reflect refinement of technical playing skills.

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 instrument and equipment

suitable acoustic space

performance opportunities.

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. Apply technical control in performing music

1.1 Use control of the physical characteristics of chosen instrument to perform music

1.2 Exploit the expressive qualities of chosen instrument using technical control in performance

1.3 Control sound production to achieve consistency and reliability in performance across a wide range of repertoire in selected musical style

2. Maintain and care for the instrument

2.1 Use appropriate methods to care for, move, use and store the instrument securely

2.2 Set up and/or warm up the instrument in preparation for practice or performance

2.3 Use instrumental accessories, fittings, maintenance and cleaning products to care for the instrument and enhance performance outcomes

2.4 Tune the instrument appropriately to the required standard and tuning conventions

3. Develop techniques and expand repertoire

3.1 Plan practice sessions, strategies and exercises aimed at extending techniques and expanding repertoire in consultation with appropriate people

3.2 Practise technical exercises and/or studies as applicable to instrument to address specific technical needs

3.3 Cultivate individual style, and extend musical expression in selected repertoire, using the physical and acoustic capabilities of the selected instrument

3.4 Listen to own work critically to produce accurate intonation and tone colour across a wide dynamic range

3.5 Maintain correct posture and appropriate finger, hand and/or body positions to perfect technical facility and to protect against overuse injury in line with work health and safety (WHS) principles

3.6 Monitor progress in skill development against personal goals, and adjust practice sessions accordingly

4. Apply refined skills to perform a wider range of pieces

4.1 Interpret music to play a range of repertoire for a solo and/or ensemble performance program in the selected area of music specialisation

4.2 Use a variety of instrumental techniques in performance, demonstrating fluency, individual style and appropriate musical expression

4.3 Control intonation, rhythm, tempo, expression, phrasing and nuance appropriate to the instrument or voice, repertoire and musical style

4.4 Evaluate own performances, and note areas for future improvement

4.5 Seek feedback on own performance from appropriate people, and incorporate their suggestions into strategies for improving own skills and knowledge

Evidence of the ability to:

perform a specific set of technical exercises and/or studies

demonstrate, in a performance program, fluency, individual style and musical expression in a range of repertoire on the selected instrument in area of specialisation

monitor progress in own skill development.

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 acoustic principles relevant to chosen instrument and area of specialisation

explain tuning conventions for chosen instrument

explain control in relation to chosen instrument

explain strategies and exercises for developing technical techniques

describe extended repertoire relevant to the chosen instrument and area of specialisation

explain qualities of musical performance that would reflect refinement of technical playing skills.

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 instrument and equipment

suitable acoustic space

performance opportunities.

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
Use control of the physical characteristics of chosen instrument to perform music 
Exploit the expressive qualities of chosen instrument using technical control in performance 
Control sound production to achieve consistency and reliability in performance across a wide range of repertoire in selected musical style 
Use appropriate methods to care for, move, use and store the instrument securely 
Set up and/or warm up the instrument in preparation for practice or performance 
Use instrumental accessories, fittings, maintenance and cleaning products to care for the instrument and enhance performance outcomes 
Tune the instrument appropriately to the required standard and tuning conventions 
Plan practice sessions, strategies and exercises aimed at extending techniques and expanding repertoire in consultation with appropriate people 
Practise technical exercises and/or studies as applicable to instrument to address specific technical needs 
Cultivate individual style, and extend musical expression in selected repertoire, using the physical and acoustic capabilities of the selected instrument 
Listen to own work critically to produce accurate intonation and tone colour across a wide dynamic range 
Maintain correct posture and appropriate finger, hand and/or body positions to perfect technical facility and to protect against overuse injury in line with work health and safety (WHS) principles 
Monitor progress in skill development against personal goals, and adjust practice sessions accordingly 
Interpret music to play a range of repertoire for a solo and/or ensemble performance program in the selected area of music specialisation 
Use a variety of instrumental techniques in performance, demonstrating fluency, individual style and appropriate musical expression 
Control intonation, rhythm, tempo, expression, phrasing and nuance appropriate to the instrument or voice, repertoire and musical style 
Evaluate own performances, and note areas for future improvement 
Seek feedback on own performance from appropriate people, and incorporate their suggestions into strategies for improving own skills and knowledge 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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