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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform as an accompanist to complement the performance of solo performers or groups, such as choirs.
It applies to individuals who may be a solo accompanist on the piano or another instrument.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Supersedes and is equivalent to CUSMPF503A - Perform accompaniment
Evidence of the ability to:
- perform proficiently as an accompanist before an audience on at least three occasions, including:
- listening effectively while accompanying to adjust musical aspects to match and balance with solo performer or performers
- adapting accompaniment prior to and during performance as necessary
- taking and giving cues
- evaluate own performance and use feedback from others to identify areas for improvement.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
- explain accompaniment performance protocols and customs
- describe key technical and personal requirements needed by accompanists
- describe techniques to overcome performance anxiety
- describe strategies for improving own accompaniment skills
- outline issues that arise in the context of performing as an accompanist, and explain how they might be overcome
- outline work health and safety (WHS) principles relevant to performing as an accompanist.
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:
- relevant instruments and equipment
- opportunities to accompany performers before an audience
- appropriate venue with adequate space and acoustic qualities.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
GS5 VET GRADING SCHEMA Used for WAAPA VET only
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform as an accompanist to complement the performance of solo performers or groups, such as choirs.
It applies to individuals who may be a solo accompanist on the piano or another instrument.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Supersedes and is equivalent to CUSMPF503A - Perform accompaniment
Evidence of the ability to:
- perform proficiently as an accompanist before an audience on at least three occasions, including:
- listening effectively while accompanying to adjust musical aspects to match and balance with solo performer or performers
- adapting accompaniment prior to and during performance as necessary
- taking and giving cues
- evaluate own performance and use feedback from others to identify areas for improvement.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
- explain accompaniment performance protocols and customs
- describe key technical and personal requirements needed by accompanists
- describe techniques to overcome performance anxiety
- describe strategies for improving own accompaniment skills
- outline issues that arise in the context of performing as an accompanist, and explain how they might be overcome
- outline work health and safety (WHS) principles relevant to performing as an accompanist.
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:
- relevant instruments and equipment
- opportunities to accompany performers before an audience
- appropriate venue with adequate space and acoustic qualities.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
GS5 VET GRADING SCHEMA Used for WAAPA VET only
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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