Modification History
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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 perform improvisation for an audience as part of an ensemble. Critical to the success of performances that involve improvisation is the ability of all members of the group to work collaboratively and creatively together to embellish musical elements of chosen pieces.
Application of the Unit
Improvisation skills are required by musicians in a range of musical genres and traditions, for example, jazz, blues, classical, folk and rock. Aural awareness and a thorough grounding in the practice of the chosen genre or musical tradition are required so that musicians are in a position to respond intuitively to musical elements as they seek to vary them spontaneously during performances. More complex skills associated with improvisation are covered in:
- CUSMPF604A Extend improvisation techniques.
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
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for ensemble improvisation |
1.1 Confirm improvisation requirements in consultation with relevant personnel 1.2 Agree on strategies for clear communication within the group during the improvisation to allow the music to flow 1.3 Rehearse aspects of the performance as required |
2. Contribute to the work of ensemble |
2.1 Ensure that own contribution extends and enhances the overall piece 2.2 Support and enhance the contribution of others to achieve best performance outcomes 2.3 Make improvisation sensitive to the needs of other performers to stimulate the whole ensemble |
3. Contribute solo improvisation |
3.1 Respond accurately to starting cues 3.2 Sustain musical impetus in the solo improvisation through dynamic use of musical elements 3.3 Maintain stylistic cohesion in the realisation of harmony, melody, and/or rhythm and musical expression 3.4 Listen carefully to other performers, respond aurally to their work and adjust own performance appropriately 3.5 Provide a clear cue to the ensemble to finish the solo section 3.6 Ensure that the duration of the solo section accords with the custom and practice of the group and/or musical style 3.7 Acknowledge applause according to the custom and practice of the group and/or musical style |
4. Evaluate improvisation |
4.1 Establish measures and methods that contribute to objective assessment for evaluating the success of the work in its context 4.2 Assess and confirm with appropriate people the extent to which the improvisation has explored fully its potential in terms of content, style and structure 4.3 Record performances where possible for evaluation purposes 4.4 Measure performance against previous performances to assess development of self and ensemble 4.5 Seek and use feedback to adjust performance 4.6 Analyse performance for its potential contribution to further work 4.7 Consider strengths and weaknesses to inform future performance |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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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. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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Method of assessment |
The following assessment methods are appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
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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. |
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Improvisation requirements may include: |
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Relevant personnel may include: |
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Cues may include: |
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Musical elements may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Performing arts - music performance