Required skills

communication and teamwork skills sufficient to

read and understand relevant sources of information

communicate effectively with artists technicians and others in the music industry

match repertoire with target potential or existing audiences

listening skills in the context of

recognising conventions of intonation dynamics phrasing rhythm and expression in identified musical styles

listening critically to music

planning and organisational skills sufficient to

set work goals

gather information onmusicalstyles and genres

selfmanagement skills sufficient to

work to personal goals

seek expert assistance when problems arise

learning skills in the context of developing knowledge of musical styles and genres

initiative and enterprise skills in the context of using criticallistening skills to make informed judgements about music

Required knowledge

industry knowledge including

processes of music production and presentation

appropriate musical terminology

work of successful musicians musical directors andor record producers in identified musical styles or genres

music history in identified areas of practice styles or genres

cultural protocols appropriate to identified musical styles and genres

music craft

genres and their conventions in performance

basic awareness of chords and scales forms textures or other elements of musical organisation relevant to identified styles

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

maintain and apply current music knowledge to own work and learning

develop analytical reflective and communication skills

differentiate music styles and genres

apply criticallistening skills

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

access to a range of current music industry information

access to a range of music for the development and application of criticallistening skills

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

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are appropriate for this unit

written or oral questioning on plans for developing music knowledge

oralaural test in the nominated area of specialisation

authenticated samples of relevant work achievements

authenticated details of achievement in relevant courses or training sessions

case studies and scenarios as a basis for discussion of the application of music analysis and knowledge to a variety of work contexts

written or oral questioning or interview to test knowledge as listed in the required knowledge section of this unit

Guidance information for assessment

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

CUSMLTA Develop and apply auralperception skills

CUSMLT302A Develop and apply aural-perception skills

CUSMPFA Develop technical skills in performance

CUSMPF301A Develop technical skills in performance.

Sources of industry information may include:

Appropriate personnel may be:

Music areas may include:

Critical listening may be applied to:

Music knowledge may involve knowledge of: