Required skills

communication and teamwork skills sufficient to

discuss repertoire requirements in a collaborative manner

collaborate effectively with other musicians and performers during rehearsals

provide constructive feedback on group performances to other members of the group

respond positively to constructive feedback on own performance in the group

listening skills in the context of

listening critically to the performance of others

listening critically to and adjusting own performance to achieve the required sound

responding to other players andor vocalists and adjusting own performance accordingly

selfmanagement and planning skills sufficient to

plan practice time prior to rehearsals

arrive punctually at rehearsals

initiative and enterprise skills in the context of contributing to the development of repertoire that best meets the requirements of performances

learning skills in the context of

improving music performance skills and expression through rehearsal

extending repertoire knowledge

technical skills sufficient touse a range of techniques on chosen instruments

Required knowledge

sound knowledge of

range of genres and their musical forms and conventions in performance

solo or group performance protocols and customs in area of specialisation

technical requirements of relevant instruments for accurate and appropriate performance in selected area of specialisation

issues and challenges that arise in the context of developing repertoire as part of a backup group

OHS practices procedures and standards as they apply to using musical instruments and performing in a range of environments

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

contribute to the selection of repertoire for at least three performances where the candidate is a member of a backup group

work cooperatively with members of a backup group to prepare for performances

communicate effectively with other performers to achieve the required standard of performance

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

access to appropriate instruments equipment and rehearsal space

opportunities to rehearse

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

observation or video recording of rehearsals where the candidate is a member of a backup group

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

samples of work plans for rehearsals

case studies as a basis for discussion of issues and challenges that arise in the context of developing repertoire as part of a backup group

Guidance information for assessment

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

CUSMPFA Prepare for performances

CUSMPF302A Prepare for performances

CUSMPFA Rehearse music for group performances

CUSMPF401A Rehearse music for group performances

CUSMPFA Develop and maintain stagecraft skills

CUSMPF402A Develop and maintain stagecraft skills

CUSMPFA Perform music as part of a group

CUSMPF404A Perform music as part of a group.

Requirements may include:

Appropriate personnel may include:

Performers may include:

Purpose of the performance may be for:

Pros and cons of items may include: