Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 2 |
Created to fix formatting errors only. Released with CUS09 Music Training Package version 1.2 |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop high-level skills in arranging music.
Application of the Unit
This unit builds on CUSMCP401A Develop techniques for arranging music, and can apply to refining techniques for arranging music in any music genre, as well as in all performance and recording contexts. A higher level of competence in areas such as aural imagination, melodic development, instrumentation and orchestration is required of arrangers as they seek to establish a reputation for themselves in the industry. They are expected to show a real commitment to improving their techniques in ways that enable them to extend the range of music-arranging briefs to which they can confidently respond. A willingness to act on feedback from colleagues and mentors is also essential.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable
Employability Skills Information
Not applicable
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Set professional development goals |
1.1 In consultation with appropriate personnel , listen to recordings of own music arrangements in the context of setting professional development goals 1.2 Discuss factors that contribute to excellence in arranging music and incorporate them into professional development goals as appropriate 1.3 Listen to the work of master composers and arrangers and consider techniques that could be applied to own practice 1.4 Establish criteria for monitoring and evaluating the success of own skill development 1.5 Develop a practice plan that incorporates realistic goals as a basis for refining music-arranging techniques 1.6 Implement networking strategies to develop relationships that will assist in the process of enhancing own professional practice |
2. Use personal practice time to refine techniques |
2.1 Seek feedback on and critically review a sample of own arrangements in terms of how well they fulfilled their respective briefs 2.2 Experiment with ways of enhancing those arrangements to produce better outcomes 2.3 Use opportunities to discuss revised arrangements with peers and/or mentors and incorporate their critical feedback into continuous improvement strategies |
3. Arrange music |
3.1 Seek music arranging work that extends the range of own practice and helps to build confidence in own ability to respond to creative challenges 3.2 In response to briefs, generate a range of musical ideas or starting points and experiment with options for realising them 3.3 Discuss options with appropriate personnel and refine ideas as required 3.4 Apply a full range of techniques to organise musical elements into working versions of musical pieces 3.5 Obtain copyright clearances and address issues regarding intellectual property rights as required 3.6 Listen to work in progress with appropriate personnel and seek feedback on how well arrangements meet creative and technical requirements 3.7 Incorporate ideas and suggestions into final arrangements 3.8 As required, attend rehearsals or performance workshops where arrangements are being played and make any necessary adjustments 3.9 Present all arrangements in required format by agreed deadline |
4. Evaluate own skill development |
4.1 Compare work against previous arrangements to assess development of techniques and ideas 4.2 Evaluate level of improvement in own music-arranging techniques against agreed criteria 4.3 Seek feedback on arrangements from appropriate personnel and incorporate their suggestions and ideas into own continuous improvement strategies |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
|
Required knowledge |
|
Evidence Guide
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:
|
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
|
Method of assessment |
The following assessment methods are appropriate for this unit:
|
Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. |
Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
|
Appropriate personnel may include: |
|
Factors may include: |
|
Techniques may include: |
|
Criteria may include: |
|
Networking strategies may include: |
|
Musical elements may include: |
|
Format may be: |
|
Unit Sector(s)
Performing arts - music composition