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Orchestral Experience 4 (MUSI90226)
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
Overview
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Students will be placed in University of Melbourne Symphonic 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:
- demonstrate 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;
- demonstrate the breadth of performance styles necessary for the symphonic canon, and an ability to perform in multiple styles with direction;
- demonstrate an awareness of, and ability to perform in, differing performance styles for repertoire throughout history;
- demonstrate familiarity with a broad range of orchestral works throughout history;
- perform in accompanying roles;
- approach new works confidently without direction;
- work collaboratively with other musicians.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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MUSI90224 | Orchestral Experience 3 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
18.75 |
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
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 (50-70 hours rehearsal and performance)
| 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 2
Coordinator Richard Davis Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours 105 hours comprising, student consultations, and 50-70 hours of rehearsal and performance Total time commitment 255 hours Teaching period 26 July 2021 to 24 October 2021 Last self-enrol date 6 August 2021 Census date 31 August 2021 Last date to withdraw without fail 24 September 2021 Assessment period ends 19 November 2021
Additional delivery details
Delivery
This subject is co-delivered with:
- MUSI10061 Symphonic Ensembles 2
- MUSI20094 Symphonic Ensembles 4
- MUSI20123 University Symphonic Ensembles 2
- MUSI30186 Symphonic Ensembles 6
- MUSI90220 Orchestral Experience 2
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Music (Orchestral Performance) - 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