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String Ensemble 1 (MUSI20091)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 6.25On Campus (Southbank)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1
Curt Thompson: w.thompson@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
The String Ensemble is a specialist ensemble for the development of ensemble skills through learning and performing key works from the string repertory.
Delivery
This subject is co-taught with MUSI10068 String Ensemble 1, and MUSI30183 String Ensemble 1. Students cannot simultaneously enrol in co-taught subjects in the same study period.
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: 16 February 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 8 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: 16 February 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Regular in-class group assessment of part preparation
| Throughout the teaching period | 30% |
10-minute individual part test
| During the assessment period | 60% |
Active participation in all rehearsals and performances as directed
| Throughout the teaching period | 10% |
| Hurdle requirement: Students must attend 100% of all scheduled classes, rehearsals and performances as directed. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Last updated: 16 February 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Curt Thompson Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours 24 hours, comprising one 2-hour rehearsal per week Total time commitment 85 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
Curt Thompson: w.thompson@unimelb.edu.au
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Additional delivery details
Delivery
This subject is co-taught with:
- MUSI10068 String Ensemble 1, and;
- MUSI30183 String Ensemble 1.
Last updated: 16 February 2024
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 Bachelor of Music Course Diploma in Music Informal specialisation Ensembles - 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: 16 February 2024