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Orchestral Experience 3 (MUSI90224)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 18.75On Campus (Southbank)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1
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Overview
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Students will be placed in University of Melbourne orchestral ensembles for intensive training in all aspects pertaining to performing in a large ensemble setting. A focused approach to the rehearsal, recording, and performance of a broad range of works from across the symphonic canon and new works will be addressed through the guidance of specialist staff. Other topics addressed will include rehearsal conduct/etiquette and knowledge of performance styles.
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- understand the breadth of skills required to perform and record as a member of a symphony orchestra, and the standard to which a professional is held
- communicate appropriately with a conductor and other members of the orchestra
- understand the breadth of performance styles necessary for the symphonic canon and demonstrate an ability to perform in multiple styles with direction
- demonstrate an awareness of differing performance styles for repertoire throughout history
- demonstrate an understanding of a broad range of orchestral works throughout history
- demonstrate artistic flexibility in musical performances
- perform in accompanying roles
- demonstrate an understanding of how to approach new works
- work collaboratively with other musicians
- demonstrate collegial communication skills
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
MUSI90220 Orchestral Experience 2
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
Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Weekly preparation of parts, individual and/or sectional practice and active contribution to all rehearsals and performances as directed | Throughout the teaching period | 100% |
Hurdle requirement: 100% weekly punctual and full attendance at all rehearsals and performances as directed is expected | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Richard Davis Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours Total time commitment 255 hours Teaching period 2 March 2020 to 7 June 2020 Last self-enrol date 13 March 2020 Census date 30 April 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 June 2020 Assessment period ends 3 July 2020 Semester 1 contact information
Additional delivery details
Delivery
This subject is co-delivered with:
- MUSI10060 Orchestral Ensembles 1
- MUSI20093 Orchestral Ensembles 3
- MUSI20124 University Orchestral Ensembles 1
- MUSI30185 Orchestral Ensembles 5
- MUSI90217 Orchestral Experience 1
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- 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