Required skills

communication and teamwork skills sufficient to

discuss songwriting requirements in a collaborative manner

respond positively to constructive feedback on own work

literacy skills sufficient to

read and interpretlyricwriting resources

write lyrics

initiative and enterprise skills in the context of

applying original and creative approaches to lyric writing

experimenting with writing techniques to produce lyrics that meet specific purposes

planning and selfmanagement skills sufficient to

meet deadlines

develop and maintain a network of professional contacts

learning skills sufficient to

acquire and use information appropriate to writing song lyrics

continuously evaluate and adjust own written work

Required knowledge

music literacy

musical styles

song structures

standard melody conventions

basic composition processes and notation

lyricwriting techniques

meter

rhyme

story telling

process for collaborating with performers and recording personnel to make music demos

cultural protocols appropriate to the purpose of songs

issues and challenges that typically arise in the context of writing song lyrics

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to

write lyrics for at least four songs in two different musical styles

apply knowledge of song structures to the writing of lyrics

apply knowledge of copyright to songwriting activities

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

access to an environment where lyricwriting skills can be applied

access to range of appropriate lyricwriting resources

use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are appropriate for this unit

case studies to assess ability to use writing techniques and rhyme patterns to convey meaning and create mood

direct observation of the candidate writing song lyrics

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and thirdparty workplace reports of onthejob performance by candidate including authenticated samples of song lyrics with candidates selfevaluation

written or oral questioning or interview to test knowledge of lyricwriting techniques

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

CUFCMPA Implement copyright arrangements

CUFCMP301A Implement copyright arrangements

CUSMCPA Compose simple songs or musical pieces

CUSMCP301A Compose simple songs or musical pieces

CUSMLTA Apply knowledge of genre to music making

CUSMLT301A Apply knowledge of genre to music making

CUSMLTA Notate music for performance

CUSMLT303A Notate music for performance

CUSMLTA Analyse functional harmony

CUSMLT403A Analyse functional harmony.

Relevant personnel may include:

Purpose of lyrics may be for:

Format may be:

Lyric-writing resources may include:

Musical styles may include:

Writing techniques may include:

Rhyme patterns may include:

Song structures may include:

Song formats may include:

Knowledge of copyright must include:

Networks may include: