Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.

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

Skill 

Performance 

Criteria 

Description 

Learning

3.1, 4.4, 4.5

• Develops strategies to improve own skills and knowledge

Writing

3.1, 3.6, 4.4

• Records areas for future improvement in a format that can be easily monitored and annotated as changes occur

Oral Communication

3.1, 3.4, 4.5

• Uses clear and appropriate language to seek feedback

Navigate the world of work

2.1-2.4, 3.5

• Follows protocols and procedures, including work health and safety, when maintaining, using, moving and storing resources

Interact with others

3.1, 4.5

• Works collaboratively with others in the creative process

Get the work done

2.2, 3.2, 3.3, 4.5

• Plans and implements tasks to improve skills
• Seeks to develop individual style
• Evaluates feedback and applies problem solving processes to determine solutions and improvements

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUAMPF505 Develop technical skills and expand repertoire

CUSMPF506A Develop technical skills and expand repertoire

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages and to clarify intent. Minor edits to elements.

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.