Advanced Orchestration (MUSI30082)

Undergraduate level 3Points: 6.25Not available in 2017

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Overview

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This subject studies arranging through an examination of relevant scores and the writing of short orignial extracts. Students will be given specific models to begin with, followed by more experimental writing. Trial and error will be a fundamental component of this subject.

Intended learning outcomes

Upon completion of this subject students should be able to:

  • Identify key aspects of the craft of arranging;
  • Identify key issues impacting upon the transfer of a work from solo to ensemble;
  • Develop and apply appropriate score realisation skills;
  • Make effective decisions and solve problems arising from the scoring and performance of an original arrangement.

Generic skills

Upon completion of this subject students should be able to:

• Exhibit extensive theoretical and practical knowledge of their discipline including relevant professional knowledge, skills, discipline and ethics as they relate to the practising musician
• Demonstrate an open and independent attitude towards contemporary cultural developments
• Demonstrate a flexible and innovative approach to the challenges for the professional musician in the 21st century
• Critically and creatively engage with topics of cultural significance across the broader community
• Work at various levels, both individually and as a team member, in a wide variety of musical environments
• Understand and appreciate how the arts connect with the broader society and culture
• Be prepared to undertake postgraduate study.

Last updated: 3 November 2022

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

 

 

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
MUSI30060 Orchestration
Not available in 2017
 6.25

Corequisites

None

Non-allowed subjects

None

Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)

The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.

Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home

Last updated: 3 November 2022

Assessment

Additional details

Continuous: Preparation and commitment as demonstrated by performance tasks and/or a regularly updated journal of activities embracing all areas studied (50%) - Hurdle requirement 80% attendance.

Formal: One performance or recording (50%).

Last updated: 3 November 2022

Dates & times

Not available in 2017

Time commitment details

12 hours contact & 12 hours study per semester

Last updated: 3 November 2022

Further information

  • Texts

    Prescribed texts

    None

    Recommended texts and other resources

    None

  • Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students

    This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.

Last updated: 3 November 2022