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Symphonic Ensembles 1 (Breadth) (MUSI20124)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Southbank)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1
Richard Davis: richard.davis@unimelb.edu.au
For audition requirements and specific ensemble activities, please see the Conservatorium Symphonic Ensembles page.
Overview
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The Symphonic Ensembles (including large instrumental bands and orchestras) play an important role in the educational and performance activities of the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music (MCM). Students participating in Symphonic Ensembles rehearse and perform a wide variety of works from the symphonic canon. Following an audition, students are placed in up to two of the following ensembles:
- Symphony Orchestra
- Wind Symphony
- Philharmonic Orchestra
- Concert Band
Auditions for all ensembles are usually held in February.
Pass/Fail Grade
This subject is marked on a pass/fail basis and is not included in the weighted average mark (WAM) calculation.
Delivery
This subject is co-delivered with MUSI10060 Symphonic Ensembles 1, MUSI10235 Symphonic Ensembles 1 (Breadth), MUSI20093 Symphonic Ensembles 1, MUSI30185 Symphonic Ensembles 1, MUSI30279 Symphonic Ensembles 1 (Breadth), MUSI90217 Orchestral Instrument Performance 1, and MUSI90224 Orchestral Instrument Performance 3. Students cannot simultaneously enrol in co-delivered subjects in the same study period.
100% punctual attendance is expected at all rehearsals and performance, as directed.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- show technical development as ensemble musicians;
- participate with ability and self-confidence as a team member of a performing group;
- perform selected repertoire to concert standard;
- identify and exhibit specific knowledge of a range of ensemble repertoire;
- exhibit an informed respect for the values and principles of ensemble performance.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students should be able to:
- demonstrate a capacity to think critically and independently;
- study selected repertoire relevant to the ensemble to performance standard;
- apply time and people management skills to rehearsal and performance planning;
- demonstrate teamwork skills in rehearsal/performance groups.
Last updated: 27 April 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
AUDITION: Students are required to request an audition for this subject. Follow the link below to locate the relevant audition form.
Note:
This subject requires a successful audition outcome to enrol. A successful audition outcome may be used as proof of permission to enrol with the submission of an Enrolment Assistance form to Stop 1.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
The minimum level of performance required for this ensemble would be equivalent to AMEB grade 7 or a high grade for VCE solo performance.
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: 27 April 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Preparation of parts, individual and/or sectional practice and active participation in all rehearsals, classes and performances as directed
| Throughout the teaching period | 75% |
3 web-based tasks, based on assigned reading, relevant to the experience of music performance, in week 4, 8 and 12
| Throughout the teaching period | 25% |
Hurdle requirement: Students must attend a minimum of 80% of all scheduled classes, rehearsals and performances as directed. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Additional details
Pass/Fail Grade
This subject is assessed on a pass/fail basis.
Last updated: 27 April 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Richard Davis Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours Up to 72 hours over the course of the semester Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 Semester 1 contact information
Richard Davis: richard.davis@unimelb.edu.au
For audition requirements and specific ensemble activities, please see the Conservatorium Symphonic Ensembles page.
What do these dates mean
Visit this webpage to find out about these key dates, including how they impact on:
- Your tuition fees, academic transcript and statements.
- And for Commonwealth Supported students, your:
- Student Learning Entitlement. This applies to all students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
Subjects withdrawn after the census date (including up to the ‘last day to withdraw without fail’) count toward the Student Learning Entitlement.
Additional delivery details
This subject is not available to Bachelor of Music students.
Delivery
This subject is co-delivered with:
- MUSI10060 Symphonic Ensembles 1;
- MUSI10235 Symphonic Ensembles 1 (Breadth);
- MUSI20093 Symphonic Ensembles 1;
- MUSI30185 Symphonic Ensembles 1;
- MUSI30279 Symphonic Ensembles 1 (Breadth);
- MUSI90217 Orchestral Instrument Performance 1, and;
- MUSI90224 Orchestral Instrument Performance 3.
Last updated: 27 April 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Subject notes
Symphonic Contacts
For symphonic-related enquiries, please contact your head of area:
- Strings: Dr Curt Thompson w.thompson@unimelb.edu.au
- Woodwind: Derek Jones drjones@unimelb.edu.au
- Brass: Don Immel don.immel@unimelb.edu.au
- Percussion: Brent Miller brent.miller@unimelb.edu.au
- Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Biomedicine
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Environments
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Science
- 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: 27 April 2024