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Free Play New Music Improvisation Ensem (MUSI20164)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5Online and On Campus (Southbank)
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Contact information
February
Alex Pertout: pertouta@unimelb.edu.au
Semester 1
Alex Pertout: pertouta@unimelb.edu.au
June
Alex Pertout: pertouta@unimelb.edu.au
Semester 2
Alex Pertout: pertouta@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
Availability(Quotas apply) | February - Online Semester 1 - Online June - Online Semester 2 - On Campus |
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This breadth subject gives participants the opportunity for an in-depth practical study of musical improvisation techniques by introducing the participant to the marvellous and unique art of improvisation.
This performance-based subject introduces the practice of musical improvisation for those musicians who have had little or no experience in the art of real time creative music-making.
Open to any instrumental or voice performer, this ‘free play ensemble’ will open your journey to a new musical freedom.
This subject is not available to Diploma in Music or Bachelor of Music students.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject students should be able to:
- understand the practice of musical improvisation as real time composition utilising tools such as melody, harmony, rhythm, intensity, texture, intent, emotion, gesture, drama and extended techniques;
- understand the creation of music from the perspective of 'play' where the individual is challenged to create musical expression within the complexity of a group environment;
- demonstrate some personal approaches to performing improvised music;
- demonstrate a greater awareness of music as an aural art form acutely linked to site-specific factors such as acoustics and audience;
- demonstrate a developing sense of musical imagination and musical intuition.
Generic skills
On completing this subject students will 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.
Last updated: 9 February 2025