Required skills

communication and teamwork skills sufficient to

provide musical leadership and creative direction to performers and instrumentalists during rehearsals

work collaboratively with a wide range of people

work creatively with individual differences

work constructively with group dynamics

observe cultural protocols appropriate to the genre or area of specialisation

identify and deal positively and constructively with conflict

initiative enterprise and creativity in the context of

matching repertoire to target audience

demonstrating originality and innovative approaches to the performance and interpretation of music for self and others

extending musical boundaries for self and audience

phrasing and shaping music appropriately

understanding and expressing appropriate musical nuance

leading musical performances appropriately for the context of venues sound forces and perceived audience taste

listening skills sufficient to

recognise intervals chords scales and chord progressions

understand appropriate intonation dynamics phrasing rhythm and expression to produce the required sound for self and others

listen critically to the creative work of others to inform own work and the work of others

listen critically to and adjust own creative work to achieve the required sound for self and others

listen critically to continuously evaluate and adjust the performance of musical works

planning and organisational skills sufficient to

clarify roles

plan events and performance opportunities

work within established budgets and time frames to achieve planned outcomes

match work commitments to best career outcomes

plan practice to improve own technical facility in performance and directing music in area of specialisation

demonstrate punctuality in all work commitments

use timemanagement strategies to set priorities

learning and selfmanagement skills in the context of

locating and using resources to advance performance outcomes

acquiring and using information appropriate to directing performances

evaluating adjusting and developing own work in line with planned career directions and artistic aspirations

discerning and listening to the advice of appropriate colleagues experts and audience groups to adjust work in line with career direction

using appropriate posture dress and other performance protocols

observing OHS requirements

technical skills sufficient to

read musical scores

understand the capability of equipment and instruments in area of specialisation

investigate technology to enhance artistic or commercial outcomes in area of specialisation

Required knowledge

music knowledge in area of specialisation including

interpreting music in performance

improvisation conventions

sight reading from charts or musical notation

appropriate repertoire

musical terminology

musical genres and styles

solo and group performance protocols

composition process

issues and challenges that typically arise in the context of preparing and leading music rehearsals

techniques for moving the body and breathing to enhance musical performance of self and others

OHS requirements and procedures in relation to performing

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to

meet performanceproduction requirements when preparing for rehearsals

provide musical leadership in rehearsal on at least three occasions

apply high levels of music literacy and repertoire knowledge

continuously improve performances through ongoing evaluation

motivate others involved in performances to achieve their best

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

access to

relevant instruments and equipment

scores charts or other written music resources

participants such as performers and technical crew

appropriate performance venues with adequate space and acoustic qualities

use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are appropriate for this unit

evaluation of rehearsal schedules and plans prepared by the candidate

observation or video recordings of music rehearsals led by the candidate

written or oral questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required knowledge section of this unit

authenticated recordings of music rehearsals where the candidate provided musical leadership

case studies and scenarios as a basis for discussion about issues and challenges that arise in the context ofpreparing and leading music rehearsals

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

CUSINDA Apply music knowledge and artistic judgement

CUSIND501A Apply music knowledge and artistic judgement

CUSMLTA Analyse music

CUSMLT601A Analyse music

CUSMPFA Conduct musical performances

CUSMPF606A Conduct musical performances.

Developing musical direction skills may involve:

Learning may take place through:

Relevant personnel may include:

Resources may include:

Equipment, instruments and accessories may include:

Listening skills may include:

Music knowledge may include:

Technical skills may include: