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MUS1130

Orchestral and choral performance and studies II

A de Quadros

6 points
* 4 hours per week
* Second semester
* Clayton
* Prerequisites: Audition or pass in MUS1120
* Prohibitions: MUS1070

Objectives By the end of the semester, students undertaking this subject should have acquired an understanding of selected repertoire for either the symphonic wind ensemble, the symphony orchestra, or the choir; greater musical literacy; and theoretical and historical understanding appropriate to the study of selected repertoire.

Synopsis (i) Ensemble, orchestral and choral rehearsals and concert performance of selected works, and (ii) training in the materials and structure of music, emphasising musicianship and creativity, including melodic, rhythmic, harmonic and contrapuntal relationships and formal structures or studies in the history of Western music. Note: this interfaculty subject is available in some faculties as a three-point unit comprising performance only.

Assessment Written (2000 words): 30%
* Concert performance/Examinations: 70%


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