Contemporary Music in Practice 2

Undergraduate | 2026

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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
MUSI 2018
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Course ID
204327
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
Elder Con Mus & Sch Perf Arts
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Luke Harrald
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Course level
2
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
No

Course overview

Building on rehearsal and performance techniques developed through Song Writing and Performance 2A and 2B, this course enables students to develop strategies for the preparation and performance of live original music in a more formal performance setting. A major emphasis of this course is on self and peer evaluation, where students present original work, and it is subjected to discussion in a supportive environment to enable students to develop critical thinking skills, and insight into the evaluation of creative work. Guest presentations by Music Industry professionals expose students to new developments in the industry, and insight into their creative practice, and students are encouraged to engage actively in the local industry through undertaking off-campus performance critiques. Performance Forums will comprise of guest lectures by industry identities, master-classes, and student performances.

Course learning outcomes

  • Musicianship through ensemble performance
  • Critical understanding of own and others' musical performances in relation to the standards required for professional endeavour
  • Skills in performance etiquette, audience communication and interaction
  • The ability to analyse and articulate concepts applied in the student's own compositions
  • An understanding of and engagement with the local music industry

Availability

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Census date
Fri 04/09/2026
Enrol by date
Enrol by date
Fri 21/08/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 18/09/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 16/10/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus East

Class number
Class number 58235
Section
Section PF01
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 29
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
6 Aug - 24 Sep Thursday 11:10am - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Madley, G02
15 Oct - 12 Nov Thursday 11:10am - 2pm Adelaide City Campus East Madley, G02
Notes:
Available to Music students only.

Prerequisite(s)

  • must have completed MUSI2028 Song Writing & Performance 2A

Corequisite(s)

  • If the following course has not already been completed THEN must be enrolled in MUSI2030 Song Writing & Performance 2B

Antirequisite(s)

  • must not have completed MUSPOP2100 Contemporary Music in Practice 2 at the University of Adelaide

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