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. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Clarify music publishing requirements | 1. In consultation with appropriate personnel, clarify all aspects of music publishing briefs 2. Negotiate a contract for services as required 3. Organise required resources in a timely fashion |
Prepare music in required format | 4. Produce clear and accurate notation of individual parts 5. Adjust work for particular instruments, including range, tone and balance 6. Transcribe music from audio sources as required 7. Set down work using methods and conventions appropriate to the context and musical style 8. Proof notated music to ensure consistency in the spelling of rhythmic, harmonic and melodic notation 9. Seek advice from appropriate specialists to resolve issues with music sources, including copyright clearances and intellectual property rights 10. Discuss work in progress with appropriate personnel and incorporate feedback as required 11. Complete and present work in the required format by agreed deadline |
Review work | 12. Seek feedback from appropriate personnel on the process used to prepare music for publishing 13. Identify personal strengths and weaknesses as a means of improving own work 14. Undertake professional development activities as required |
Required Skills
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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 |
Evidence Required
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. |
Range Statement
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. |
Sectors
Unit sector |
Competency Field
Performing arts - music composition |
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills. |
Licensing Information
Not applicable.