MUSI1201

Principal Study 1

10 Units 1000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Newcastle City Precinct Semester 1, Semester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

This course involves fundamental music studies for students in their primary musical practice (which can be an instrument, voice, composition, creative production or music research). Repertoires from diverse styles can be studied such as classical, contemporary, popular, jazz and world music. This course offers students the opportunity for intensive development of their individual skills with specific focus on the technical detail of their chosen area of study.

Objectives At the completion of this course students will demonstrate, within their chosen area of study:

- A basic awareness of fundamentals of technique applicable to the chosen practice, where appropriate e.g: production standards, control of compositional language and physiological issues and creative use of media.
- A basic understanding of aspects of creative expression as it applies to their practice.
- Basic understanding of their practice/work routine.
- Development of basic levels of confidence in presenting work, including preparation, readiness and managing anxiety.
- An introductory understanding of critical thinking and research in their work.
Content The syllabi for this course (for each instrument, voice, creative production and composition) have been designed to provide the student with a structured yet flexible framework within which to develop their principal study skills. Diversity of styles is encouraged. The course outline and related syllabi contain details of course requirements. Students will be assessed by a list of criteria throughout the semester. These requirements will vary depending on the major strand studied.

- Students will receive individual and/or group classes and technical classes as appropriate to their chosen practice.
- Students will participate in performance practice and/or presentation classes.
Replacing Course(s) NA
Transition NA
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge An audition/portfolio is required before enrolling in this course.
Modes of Delivery Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Tutorial
Workshop
Assessment Items
Other: (please specify) Assessment Item 1 - (technical work): 10% (approx. week 5)
Other: (please specify) Assessment Item 2 - (learning reflections, technical and/or repertoire): 25% (approximately week 10)
Other: (please specify) Assessment Item 3 - Performance Practice/ Presentation assignment: 15%
Other: (please specify) Assessment item 4 - (final performance): 50% (end of semester)
Contact Hours Tutorial: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Workshop: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Tutorial: for .83999999999999997 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Compulsory Components
Requisite by Enrolment This course is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Music or Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Arts programs.
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for MUSI1201