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 use practice time to prepare for performances.
Application of the Unit
Musicians and vocalists apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit. Effective preparation involves not only practising the pieces to be performed, but applying strategies to overcome performance anxiety and ensuring due regard for personal health and safety considerations.
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. Clarify performance requirements |
1.1 Discuss performance requirements with appropriate personnel 1.2 Confirm own role and level of responsibility in relation to performances 1.3 Obtain required resources in a timely fashion and in line with level of responsibility |
2. Practise instrument and/or act |
2.1 Maintain personal practice to achieve the required standard for rehearsals and performance 2.2 Develop technical facility and address performance issues and weaknesses during private practice sessions 2.3 In consultation with appropriate personnel, develop interpretation of music to be performed 2.4 Participate in rehearsals as required and adjust performance techniques in response to feedback from others 2.5 Listen critically to own performance and the performance of others to inform own work 2.6 Respond to other players and adjust own performance in ensemble as required |
3. Observe OHS principles in private practice |
3.1 Establish practice routines to ensure correct posture and movement to minimise strain on the body 3.2 Ensure that practice sessions are of a suitable length to avoid fatigue and mental or physical stress 3.3 Perform warm-up exercises as part of practice routines 3.4 Apply principles of OHS in physical stance and posture during practice sessions and performance 3.5 Plan and take reasonable breaks for refreshment and relaxation |
4. Use body effectively and safely |
4.1 Assess and monitor body to realise its own potential and limitations and to maximise performance 4.2 Avoid danger of injury both to self and others through controlled use of body to maximise performance 4.3 Note possible stresses and strains of activity on specific parts of the body and take suitable preventative measures to minimise them 4.4 Where damage is done or suspected, seek advice promptly from appropriate sources and take recommended remedial action |
5. Implement strategies to overcome the effects of performance anxiety |
5.1 In consultation with appropriate personnel, identify the symptoms and likely causes of performance anxiety 5.2 Identify and implement a range of strategies to overcome performance anxiety to suit own needs and circumstances 5.3 Evaluate the effectiveness of strategies used to overcome performance anxiety and modify those strategies as required |
Required Skills and 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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Performance requirements may include: |
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Appropriate personnel may include: |
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Resources may include: |
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Strategies to overcome performance anxiety may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Performing arts - music performance