Details for MUS035 Music Ensembles

To perform effectively within an ensemble, it is crucial to sharpen your skills in group performance, harmonise effectively with others and deepen your understanding of ensemble dynamics. This subject focuses on the critical elements of successful performances, from selecting styles and techniques that suit your group’s objectives to mastering the art of audience engagement—perfect for musicians aiming to elevate their collaborative abilities and stage presence.

Quick Stats

• Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
• Course code: MUS035
• Credit points: 10

Subject Coordinator

Prerequisite

Nil

Unit Content

Outcomes

1. Identify elements contributing to the success of performances.
2. Explain the factors contributing to effective ensemble playing.
3. Reproduce effective rehearsals and performance preparations
4. Select performance styles and techniques to serve the objectives of the ensemble.
5. Discuss the audience engagement in and appreciation of performances.

Subject Content

• The nature of performing, and the performer
• Evaluating performances
• Performance craft
• Performance preparation
• Performance organisation
• Negotiating, contracts, and invoicing
• Lessons, mentors, and peers

This course may be offered in the following formats

• Onsite (face-to-face)
• Online (e-Learning)

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

• Performance Reviews (20%)
• Group Rehearsals (15%)
• Performance(s) (50%)
• Performance Evaluation (15%)

Prescribed Text

• Primary readings provided