Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

CUSMCP503A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Prepare compositions for publishing

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CUSMCP503A - Prepare compositions for publishing
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to prepare compositions for electronic or print publishing. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application Music copyists apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit. They may be required to take the hand-written score of a composer and enter the notation into a computer program, such as Finale or Sibelius. Alternatively, the score could be print-based and they work closely with editing personnel at the publishing house. With the advent of music notation software applications, many composers and arrangers prepare their own music for publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Performing arts - music composition
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Clarify music publishing requirements
  • In consultation with appropriate personnel, clarify all aspects of music publishing briefs
  • Negotiate a contract for services as required
  • Organise required resources in a timely fashion
       
Element: Prepare music in required format
  • Produce clear and accurate notation of individual parts
  • Adjust work for particular instruments, including range, tone and balance
  • Transcribe music from audio sources as required
  • Set down work using methods and conventions appropriate to the context and musical style
  • Proof notated music to ensure consistency in the spelling of rhythmic, harmonic and melodic notation
  • Seek advice from appropriate specialists to resolve issues with music sources, including copyright clearances and intellectual property rights
  • Discuss work in progress with appropriate personnel and incorporate feedback as required
  • Complete and present work in the required format by agreed deadline
       
Element: Review work
  • Seek feedback from appropriate personnel on the process used to prepare music for publishing
  • Identify personal strengths and weaknesses as a means of improving own work
  • Undertake professional development activities as required
       


Evidence Required

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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:

prepare at least three compositions for publishing, at least one of which must have parts

notate music accurately

demonstrate understanding of copyright and intellectual property rights in the context of publishing music

work cooperatively with music publishers, composers and others involved in the process of preparing compositions for publishing.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

opportunities for preparing compositions for publishing

access to printed scores or recorded performances

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:

direct observation or video recording of the candidate preparing compositions for publishing

authenticated samples of music prepared for publication by the candidate with candidate's self-evaluation

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

case studies as a basis for discussion of issues and challenges that arise in the context of preparing compositions for publishing.

Guidance information for assessment

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

CUFCMP501A Manage and exploit copyright arrangements

CUSMCP401A Develop techniques for arranging music

CUSMCP402A Develop techniques for composing music

CUSMCP501A Compose music using electronic media

CUSMLT401A Notate music for performance

CUSIND501A Apply music knowledge and artistic judgement.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication and teamwork skills sufficient to:

interpret and respond to music publishing briefs

set down music in a required format

work collaboratively with music publishers and composers

respond positively to constructive feedback on own work

initiative and enterprise skills in the context of:

anticipating and resolving issues associated with preparing compositions for publishing

facilitating improved performance through accurate and thoughtful preparation of music for publishing

planning, self-management and organisational skills sufficient to:

prioritise work tasks

meet deadlines

plan the preparation of compositions for publishing in a logical sequence

work within established budgets and timeframes

demonstrate reliability in all agreed work commitments

problem-solving skills sufficient to:

plan for contingencies

transpose music accurately

technology skills sufficient to:

use industry-standard software applications relevant to notating music

transcribe music from audio sources

learning skills sufficient to keep up to date with new versions of software applications relevant to notating music

Required knowledge

well-developed understanding of musicianship issues, including:

repertoire relevant to chosen musical specialisation

publishers' requirements in relation to notation of music

musical protocols and customs for notating and editing notation of music

song-writing techniques

genres and styles, and their musical forms and conventions in written notation

interpretation of chords, scales, melodies, forms, textures or other conventions found within music notation

copyright issues and intellectual property rights in the context of preparing compositions for publishing

issues and challenges that typically arise in the context of preparing compositions for publishing

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Appropriate personnel may include:

composer

representative of music publishing company

music editor

musical director

producer

performer

mentor

teacher

coach

tutor

conductor

agent.

Aspects of briefs may include:

musical editions to be used

instrumental/vocal forces required for the publication

types and number of scores or other music resources required

format for presentation of material:

computer-generated

paper-based

how publications are to be distributed:

hard copy

online

remuneration

levels of responsibility

timelines

budgets

copyright issues

intellectual property rights.

Aspects to be covered in a contract may include:

milestones and payment schedule

materials and facilities provided by both parties

responsibilities of both parties

role of any subcontracted personnel

process for negotiating variations to the contract.

Resources may include:

scores

printed music

recordings

software applications:

Finale

Sibelius

subcontractors.

Notation may include:

correct transposition

spacing of rests

correct adjustment of repeats in line with the full score

accurate conversion of expression marks from the full score

accurate and consistent interpretation of full score markings in individual parts

consistent bow markings through all parts.

Sources of specialist advice may include:

journals

online resources

industry/professional associations

legislation, e.g. Copyright Act and amendments

conductors

directors

composers

principal performers

music publishers

musicologists

music scholars.

Format may be:

computer-generated

paper-based.

Professional development activities may include:

courses or master classes

working with practitioners who are experienced in score preparation/print music publishing

attending industry events.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
In consultation with appropriate personnel, clarify all aspects of music publishing briefs 
Negotiate a contract for services as required 
Organise required resources in a timely fashion 
Produce clear and accurate notation of individual parts 
Adjust work for particular instruments, including range, tone and balance 
Transcribe music from audio sources as required 
Set down work using methods and conventions appropriate to the context and musical style 
Proof notated music to ensure consistency in the spelling of rhythmic, harmonic and melodic notation 
Seek advice from appropriate specialists to resolve issues with music sources, including copyright clearances and intellectual property rights 
Discuss work in progress with appropriate personnel and incorporate feedback as required 
Complete and present work in the required format by agreed deadline 
Seek feedback from appropriate personnel on the process used to prepare music for publishing 
Identify personal strengths and weaknesses as a means of improving own work 
Undertake professional development activities as required 

Forms

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