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MUSI2003

Introduction to Percussion

10 Units 2000 Level Course

Available in 2013

Callaghan Campus Semester 2
Ourimbah Semester 2
Port Macquarie Nth Coast Inst Semester 1

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

Introduction to Percussion explores both tuned and untuned percussion performance and composition. No previous music experience is required. This course develops the understanding of basic rhythm patterns, the concepts of beat and pulse, the use of various tuned and untuned instruments and how to create a group performance using this media. Introduction to Percussion will develop introductory music reading skills connected with performing a range of repertoire appropriate to this stage.

Objectives At the completion of this course student's will demonstrate:

1. basic concepts of rhythm, beat and pulse.
2. the ability to sight-read a musical rhythm.
3. aural skills with relation to rhythm, time signature, pitch and performing media.
4. ensemble skills through group performance.
5. the ability to create a simple ensemble performance for tuned and untuned percussion.
6. the ability to adapt music making skills to a variety of classroom and extra curricula performance activities.
7. the ability to select and sequence appropriate repertoire.
Content The course will involve workshops where students will be given musical concepts and practical hands on experience with percussion instruments and techniques.
Replacing Course(s) NA
Transition NA
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge Nil. Students undertaking this course do NOT require any previous musical training.
Modes of Delivery Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Tutorial
Assessment Items
Examination: Class Assessment 3 - Performance Exam - Solo and Ensemble Weeks 12/13 (weighting 40%)
Other: (please specify) Assessment 1 - Progress Report - Solo/Group performance observation Week 6 (weighting 30%)
Reports Assessment 2 - Teacher Report - Portfolio submission Weeks 12/13 (weighting 30%)
Contact Hours Tutorial: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Compulsory Components
Requisite by Enrolment Students enrolled in the programs Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Teaching/Bachelor of Music, are not permitted to enrol in this course.
Timetables 2013 Course Timetables for MUSI2003