Course overview
This course covers the key skills needed to foster participatory music making in group ensembles and classroom music lessons. Students will develop their skills in arranging music to suit varied instrumentation and levels of skill, as well as broaden their awareness of the essential characteristics of key genres of music. Students will discuss the motivational and psychological benefits of group music making and will develop the skills necessary to effectively direct rehearsals in a professional manner. Students will learn how to develop specific ensemble performance skills, such as intonation, balance, tone production and rhythmic security. Studies in class will be further supported by observing, and assisting where appropriate, ensemble and choral rehearsals in the Conservatorium and in the profession. Basic keyboard skills will also be covered to enable students to harmonise a given melody.
Course learning outcomes
- Develop knowledge and skill in ensemble activity.
- Develop skills in creating arrangements for various instrumentations, vocal ranges and ability levels.
- Develop rehearsal direction and leadership skills.
- Develop skills on the piano/keyboard, allowing students to harmonise simple melodies.
- Develop awareness of the ethical, legal and business aspects of music teaching.
- Develop links with the profession, and awareness of opportunities for further professional development.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 25703
Section SE01
Size 30
Available 30
Class number 25704
Section WS01
Size 30
Available 30
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