ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Analyse music notation

1.1 In consultation with appropriate personnel, confirm music style that needs to be analysed and notated

1.2 Analyse examples of notated music in the selected music style

1.3 Confirm purpose, structure and instrumentation of musical pieces

1.4 Identify appropriate musical elements and forms/structures to suit the purpose of the songs or musical pieces

1.5 Anticipate problems that might arise during the process of notating music, and plan accordingly

2. Develop music notation

2.1 Write rhythmic, melodic and harmonic structures

2.2 Ensure appropriate use of form and music structures

2.3 Apply the use of dynamics and expression marks

2.4 Notate music within the required stylistic conventions

3. Present written music for performance

3.1 Prepare final manuscript in a suitable format for performers

3.2 Provide performers with music for reading purposes

3.3 Seek feedback on notation from performers and adjust as required

3.4 Complete all work within agreed timeframes

4. Review effectiveness of music writing

4.1 Seek feedback from appropriate personnel on the process used to analyse and notate music

4.2 Identify personal strengths and weaknesses as a means of improving own work

4.3 Evaluate overall effectiveness of notated music and its use in performance

Required skills

communication and teamwork skills sufficient to:

read and understand relevant sources of information

set down music in a required format

work collaboratively with performers and other personnel

negotiate changes to notation and final manuscripts in a cooperative fashion

initiative and enterprise skills in the context of interpreting music structures and elements to enhance musical outcomes in performance

problem-solving skills sufficient to:

troubleshoot music notation problems

plan work tasks in a logical sequence

planning and organisational skills sufficient to:

set work goals

gather information onmusicalstyles,elementsandforms/structures

produce final notated music by agreed deadlines

self-management skills sufficient to:

work to personal goals

seek expert assistance when problems arise

learning skills sufficient to notate music accurately

technical skills sufficient to:

apply knowledge of musical forms in the selected specialisation to written music

accurately analyse scales, chord sequences and music systems, rhythms, time signatures, and beat patterns of musical organisation

use music notation software applications

Required knowledge

well-developed understanding of musicianship issues, including:

repertoire relevant to chosen musical specialisation

performers' requirements in relation to notation of music

musical protocols and customs for notating and editing notation of music relevant to chosen music specialisation

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

options for using computer applications to notate music

issues and challenges that typically arise in the context of notating music for performance

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:

notate music accurately

adhere to the conventions of music notation within the selected style

produce notated music that meets performance requirements

work cooperatively with performers.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

access to a selection of notated music for analysis

access to performers

access to industry-current software and hardware for setting down music relevant to thecandidate's selectedmusical styles

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 notating music

authenticated samples of notated music 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 notating music for performance.

Guidance information for assessment

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

CUSMCP301A Compose simple songs or musical pieces

CUSMCP401A Develop techniques for arranging music

CUSMCP402A Develop techniques for composing music

CUSMPF410A Perform music from written notation.

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 be:

teachers

mentors

arrangers

composers

music editors

musicians

bandleaders

music conductors

choir leaders.

Music styles may be:

classical

jazz

popular music

church

folk

world.

Musical elements and forms/structures may be:

bar lines

repeats

signs

coda

ties

rests

phrases

ornaments

popular music forms

jazz forms

classical forms.

Rhythmic, melodic and harmonic structures may be:

key signatures

harmonic and melodic structures

grouping of simple rhythmic structures

time signatures, including 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 7/4 3/8, 5/8, 6/8, 7/8, 9/8, 2/2 and 3/2

note pitch

note duration

accidentals

chords, where appropriate.

Dynamics and expression marks may be:

tempo

volume

accents

phrasing

articulation

special effects.

Format may be:

computer-based

paper-based.