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Evidence Guide: CUAPRF304A - Develop audition techniques

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CUAPRF304A - Develop audition techniques

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Develop an understanding of the audition process

  1. Discuss audition requirements with relevant personnel
  2. Become familiar with audition judging processes and criteria used by auditioning bodies
  3. Clarify audition notification processes and suitable responses
  4. Determine if audition requirements are within one’s range of abilities and seek advice from others as required
Discuss audition requirements with relevant personnel

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Become familiar with audition judging processes and criteria used by auditioning bodies

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Clarify audition notification processes and suitable responses

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Determine if audition requirements are within one’s range of abilities and seek advice from others as required

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Prepare for auditions

  1. Develop performance to suit auditioning body’s requirements
  2. Ensure that necessary resources for own performance are available for audition
  3. Rehearse audition performance and obtain feedback from relevant personnel
  4. Meet statutory requirements
Develop performance to suit auditioning body’s requirements

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Ensure that necessary resources for own performance are available for audition

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Rehearse audition performance and obtain feedback from relevant personnel

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Meet statutory requirements

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Present auditions

  1. Arrive at venue punctually to allow for warm-up time and registration procedures
  2. Use relaxation techniques to overcome performance anxiety
  3. Ensure that dress and manner are appropriate to the audition context
  4. Present supporting material to auditioning personnel
  5. Present performance using knowledge of performance techniques, taking due care to synchronise with ensemble members as required
  6. Listen carefully and respond to instructions given during audition
  7. Maintain a positive and courteous manner with auditioning personnel and fellow performers
Arrive at venue punctually to allow for warm-up time and registration procedures

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Use relaxation techniques to overcome performance anxiety

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Ensure that dress and manner are appropriate to the audition context

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Present supporting material to auditioning personnel

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Present performance using knowledge of performance techniques, taking due care to synchronise with ensemble members as required

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Listen carefully and respond to instructions given during audition

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Maintain a positive and courteous manner with auditioning personnel and fellow performers

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Follow up auditions

  1. At the completion of audition confirm an expected time for hearing the outcome and ensure that appropriate contact details have been given
  2. Where result is successful, obtain details of any follow-up which may be necessary
  3. In event of non-successful audition ensure that follow-up letters are sent to auditioning body expressing appreciation of opportunity
  4. Request feedback on performance from relevant personnel and note areas for future improvement
At the completion of audition confirm an expected time for hearing the outcome and ensure that appropriate contact details have been given

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Where result is successful, obtain details of any follow-up which may be necessary

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In event of non-successful audition ensure that follow-up letters are sent to auditioning body expressing appreciation of opportunity

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Request feedback on performance from relevant personnel and note areas for future improvement

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

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:

rehearse a performance that meets the requirements of an auditioning body

perform proficiently for either a real or simulated audition

apply performance skills appropriate to audition

communicate effectively with others involved in the audition.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

relevant resources and equipment

opportunities for auditions in either a real or simulated situation

appropriate venue with adequate space for solo or ensemble performances.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence

third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance

verbal or written questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit

direct observation, or video recordings, of candidate presenting a live audition performance

case studies and scenarios as a basis for discussion of methods, strategies and other issues involved in preparing for and presenting a live audition performance

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties, such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).

Guidance information for assessment

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

CUAPRF201A Prepare self for performances.

Required Skills and Knowledge

Required skills

communication, teamwork and organisational skills to:

respond appropriately to constructive feedback on own performance

respond appropriately to directions during auditions

present confidently in an audition situation

learning skills necessary for improving performance skills through practice

listening skills to monitor and adjust performance as required

literacy skills to interpret written instructions or pre-audition information provided by auditioning body

self-management and planning skills to:

attend rehearsals punctually

maintain an appropriate standard of personal presentation in an audition context

support ensemble members where necessary

technical and problem-solving skills to use basic performance techniques and adjust them to a range of predictable situations.

Required knowledge

broad understanding of OHS principles relevant to particular performance contexts, such as:

protection of body against overuse injury

safe lifting practices

audition protocols

well-developed knowledge of:

repertoire being presented for audition

performance vocabulary and terminology

basic performance techniques.

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.

Audition requirements may include:

set pieces for audition, such as:

performance of specific type of dance

specific songs or pieces of music

supplying own recorded music

length of auditions

presentation and dress standards

purpose

time

venue.

Relevant personnel may include:

teacher

coach

ensemble

mentor

other performers

auditioning body representatives

tutor.

Criteria used by auditioning bodies may include:

ability to work with others

accuracy of rendition

clarity

communication skills

confidence

footwork

mastery of routine

musical ability

presentation

punctuality

readiness to accept direction

rhythmic ability.

Suitable responsesmay include:

acceptance of offer

enquiry about audition results

request for feedback

letter of thanks for opportunity to audition.

Resourcesmay include:

appropriate footwear

costumes

sheet music

tapes or CDs

props.

Statutory requirements may relate to:

copyright

duty of care

permission for minors

OHS.

Relaxation techniques may include:

deep breathing

light aerobic exercises, such as:

meditation

imagery or conscious visualisation

affirmations

stretching.

Supporting materials may include:

resumes

demonstration videos

photographs

references.

Performance techniques may include:

audience engagement

comedy routines

contortions

falls and tumbles

juggling

magic routine

mime

musical performance

patter

patterns and sequences for ensemble performance

repertoire solo and ensemble protocols

songs

specific dance styles.

Appropriate contact details may include:

alternative phone numbers

email address

fax number

mobile phone number

parent or guardian details

times when available.