Course coordinator
Dr Shaun Brown
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Music School
The development of instrumental or vocal technique, ensemble participation, and awareness of stylistic and interpretative characteristics of repertory studies, including study of lyric diction for singers.
This course provides foundational training in solo and ensemble performance on an instrument or voice, focusing on the development of relevantﾠtechnical skills. The course is taught by a large number of staff who are involved in teaching the full range of instruments and vocal types.
Course requirements
Incompatible
You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:
MUSC1201
Restrictions
Successful audition for the BMus(Hons) program on your
instrument/voice
Course contact
Lecturer
Professor Paul Dean
Course staff
Lecturer
Dr Shaun Brown
Mr Patrick Nolan
Mr Bob Schultz
Mr David Montgomery
Mrs Sarah Crane
Ms Doretta Balkizas
Dr Emma Di Marco
Tutor
Mr Angus Wilson
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
Weekly Lessons
You will be advised of your allocated teacher by email. Please negotiate a mutually suitable lesson time, taking into account your other study commitments and your teacher's availability.
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Aims and outcomes
This foundational course develops your capacity and ability to perform with confidence from technical and musical perspectives and to rehearse and perform as part of an ensemble.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Demonstrate a foundational level of artistry and technical fluency as a solo performer
LO2.
Identify your progress at a foundational level towards being a professional musician.
LO3.
Demonstrate a foundational level of artistry as an ensemble performer and your awareness of professional expectations surrounding ensemble performance in varied contexts at a foundational level
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participation/ Student contribution, Performance, Practical/ Demonstration |
Teacher's Report
|
40% |
Week 1 - Week 13
You are assessed on your participation and progression throughout the semester. |
| Participation/ Student contribution, Performance, Practical/ Demonstration, Portfolio |
Cohort Collaboration - Ensemble Director Report
|
Pass/Fail |
Week 1 - Week 13
You are assessed on your participation and progression throughout the semester. |
| Participation/ Student contribution, Performance, Practical/ Demonstration, Portfolio |
Instrumental, Vocal or Composition Workshop
|
Pass/Fail |
Week 1 - Week 13
You are assessed on your participation and progression throughout the semester. |
| Performance, Practical/ Demonstration, Portfolio | Performance Recital or Composition Portfolio | 60% |
Exam week 1 - Exam week 2
Composition students are required to prepare a portfolio of works in consultation with their tutor. The due date will be Friday 13 June, 5pm. |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
Teacher's Report
- In-person
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Participation/ Student contribution, Performance, Practical/ Demonstration
- Weight
- 40%
- Due date
Week 1 - Week 13
You are assessed on your participation and progression throughout the semester.
- Learning outcomes
- L02
Task description
Through the weekly lessons, students receive feedback from their teachers on their development towards becoming a professional musician (composer/performer/teacher). Teachers may ask you to provide short recordings/compositional sketches of your performing/practising/composing, which will be discussed in your lessons, clarifying feedback and expectations of your progression. At the end of semester, your allocated teacher will provide you with a final report summarising cumulative feedback from across the entire semester. If you have more than one allocated teacher, they will collaborate and provide you with a single final report.
Supplementary assessment is not available for this assessment task because assessment is based on your participation and engagement with learning activities undertaken throughout the semester.
Submission guidelines
This is not a submissible item.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Extensions are not possible as you are assessed on your participation and progression throughout the semester.
Cohort Collaboration - Ensemble Director Report
- Hurdle
- In-person
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance, Product/ Artefact/ Multimedia
- Category
- Participation/ Student contribution, Performance, Practical/ Demonstration, Portfolio
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
Week 1 - Week 13
You are assessed on your participation and progression throughout the semester.
- Learning outcomes
- L02, L03
Task description
Students must demonstrate development appropriate to their year level as ensemble performers and composers. They are expected to attend the weekly class relevant to their studies
Students who participate in UQ School of Music Cohort Collaboration classes, together with any associated performances, are assessed on their development, contribution and participation throughout the semester through an ensemble director report. Vocal Students in Practical Studies 1-3 must pass a diction test in their studies for this semester for a passing grade.
Supplementary assessment is not available for this assessment task because assessment is based on your participation and engagement with learning activities undertaken throughout the semester.
Hurdle requirements
Students must demonstrate development appropriate to their year level as ensemble performers/composers and are expected to attend the weekly class relevant to their studiesSubmission guidelines
Not a submissible item.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Extensions/deferrals are not available as you are assessed on your participation throughout the semester.
Instrumental, Vocal or Composition Workshop
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Participation/ Student contribution, Performance, Practical/ Demonstration, Portfolio
- Weight
- Pass/Fail
- Due date
Week 1 - Week 13
You are assessed on your participation and progression throughout the semester.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02
Task description
Students are expected to attend the weekly workshop specific to their principal study. Students must demonstrate development throughout the semester appropriate to their year level by participation in workshop activities, and are assessed through a workshop director report. It is highly advisable for the student to record performances in this class to show their participation and progression throughout the semester. Composition students will be given tasks and skills to complete in this session.
Supplementary assessment is not available for this assessment task because assessment is based on your participation and engagement with learning activities undertaken throughout the semester.
Hurdle requirements
Students must demonstrate development throughout the semester appropriate to their year level by participation in workshop activities.Submission guidelines
Not a submissible item.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Extensions/deferrals are not available as you are assessed on your participation throughout the semester.
Performance Recital or Composition Portfolio
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance, Product/ Artefact/ Multimedia
- Category
- Performance, Practical/ Demonstration, Portfolio
- Weight
- 60%
- Due date
Exam week 1 - Exam week 2
Composition students are required to prepare a portfolio of works in consultation with their tutor. The due date will be Friday 13 June, 5pm.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02
Task description
Through the weekly lessons, students prepare a recital combining technical work, which can include scales, arpeggios, cadenzas, vocalises, etudes, and studies, as agreed upon with their instrumental teacher. Teachers may select repertoire from the standard instrumental/vocal canon to develop technical skills. For orchestral instruments, up to two orchestral excerpts may be included. Additionally, teachers may combine students for duets from orchestral excerpts or stand-alone duet pieces with other cohort members. Students must prepare repertoire in consultation with their teacher, ensuring it meets the performance, or compositional standards appropriate for their current semester of study. Students will be scheduled to perform without accompaniment (except for singers), during the examination period. Time limits are listed below. Composition students must present a portfolio of works under the guidance of their one-to-one teacher where the style or genre of compositions will be discussed and negotiated.
Length of Recital and Portfolio: MUSC1250
Recital 1: 15mins
Composition Portfolio 1: 7mins
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Extension requests must be received on or before the due date. No extensions will be granted afterwards.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
The reduction for late submission is 10% of the maximum possible mark allocated for the assessment item, or one grade per day if graded on the basis of 1-7, deducted per day for up to 7 calendar days, at which point any submission will not receive any marks unless an extension has been approved. Each 24 hour block is recorded from the time the submission is due.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 1 - |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: An inadequate performance level |
| 2 (Fail) | 25 - |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Some skills and ideas are apparent, but they do not sufficiently mitigate deficient performance level |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 45 - |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: Despite some basic success, serious flaws affect performance level |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A performance level demonstrating overall competence; some shortcomings apparent |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A good standard of performance, largely secure; ample evidence of well-developed ideas and skills and any flaws has a minor effect on the overall success of performance |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Excellent in all respects; creative and original ideas are executed with confidence, and any flaws do not detract from the overall impression |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Exceptional in all respects; compelling performance ability of substantial originality and creativity, and any minor flaws do not impinge on the effectiveness of highly successful performance ability |
Additional course grading information
Marking criteria and/or marking rubrics are available in the ‘Assessment’ folder in Blackboard for this course.
To pass this course, students must receive a passing grade for the pass/fail components of the course and achieveﾠan average of aﾠgrade of 4 (or higher) across the remaining assessment items.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is not available for some items in this course.
Additional assessment information
Supplementary assessment is not available for the Workshop, Ensemble and Group Music-Making, and Teacher Report assessment tasksﾠbecause assessment is based on your participation and engagement with learning activities undertaken throughout the semester.
This course evaluates student’s abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Library resources are available on the UQ Library website.
Other course materials
If we've listed something under further requirement, you'll need to provide your own.
Required
| Item | Description | Further Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Instrument | Students are expected to bring their own instruments to all ensemble and group music-making activities as advised. Students who are either required or invited to participate in any ensemble activity are expected to bring their own instrument to rehearsals and performances, with the following exceptions where the School will provide the instruments: - cor anglais - bass clarinet - contra-bassoon - percussion | own item needed |
| Music Scores | Music scores for relevant solo and ensemble works are to be purchased, hired or downloaded. Teachers will direct students to appropriate scores, books, and recordings for your specific studies. | own item needed |
| Hearing Protection | Students and staff participating in some practical activities are exposed to hazardous noise, and must have appropriate hearing protection to reduce the level of exposure so it is safe to participate in those activities. Currently identified activities are: Brass Ensemble and Workshop Saxophone Ensemble Percussion Ensemble and Workshop Flute Ensemble and Workshop Students must obtain and use custom fitted musician moulds with 10dB attenuation to participate in these practical activities. These can be purchased at the UQ Health and Rehabilitation Clinics through the Audiology Clinic. Additional activities may be identified during the semester as a result of our ongoing testing processes, and announced on Blackboard. | own item needed |
Additional learning resources information
A variety of readings will be assigned to support learning activities in this course. These will be made available on Blackboard.
Teachers will advise students of recordings of the repertoire that can be reviewed.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Multiple weeks From Week 1 To Week 13 |
Workshop |
Performance Workshop Students in all Practical Studies courses are expected to attend the weekly workshop for their instrument group: Brass Composition Piano Lower Strings Upper Strings Percussion Reeds Voice Flutes Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
Not Timetabled |
Practical Lesson You receive 12 one-hour lessons with your allocated teacher throughout the semester. Lessons are usually scheduled weekly during semester. Your allocated teacher may agree to a different schedule if you request one. Your allocated teacher will let you know if it is possible to reschedule lessons. Lessons are usually rescheduled only because of unforeseen circumstances beyond your control, such as sudden illness. Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
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Not Timetabled |
Nickson Room Concerts Students in all Practical Studies courses are encouraged to attend the public concerts in the Nickson Room every Thursday during semester. Please see Blackboard for further details. Learning outcomes: L02, L03 |
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Multiple weeks From Week 1 To Exam week 2 |
Not Timetabled |
Private Practice You should practice intensively throughout the semester, including non-teaching weeks. Please ask your teachers for advice about the appropriate frequency and length of practice time for your instrument/voice. Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
Week 9 (28 Apr - 04 May) |
Not Timetabled |
Project Week The School of Music suspends all regular classes for one week each semester and schedules a week of special events, ensemble rehearsals, seminars and workshops, culminating in various performances at a number of internal and external venues which will be advised on Blackboard. Students are expected to attend all relevant seminars, presentations, rehearsals and performances. Any requests for planned absences must be provided in writing to the relevant teacher(s) and course coordinator well in advance; the course coordinator may ask for medical certificates for unplanned absences because of illness. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Additional learning activity information
The School of Music suspends all regular classes for one week each semester and schedules a week of special events, ensemble rehearsals, seminars and workshops, culminating in various performances at a number of internal and external venues which will be advised on Blackboard. Students are expected to attend all relevant seminars, presentations, rehearsals and performances.
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
School guidelines
Your school has additional guidelines you'll need to follow for this course:
- School of Music site
- Health and Wellbeing for Musicians