btec hnc unit 23 brief live sound for small venues

8/18/2019 BTEC HNC Unit 23 Brief Live Sound for Small Venues

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MISKIN MUSIC - ASSIGNMENT BRIEF 2015/16

Qualification: BTEC HNC in MUSIC 2015/16

Theprojectbrief

This project is designed to develop the practical skills required to provide the sound engineeringservices appropriate to the running of live events. You will acquire the competencies to set upbasic sound systems, run soundchecks, run concerts, communicate with clients and understandelements of theory relevant to these tasks. On completion, you will be able to safely operatesound systems in small to medium-size venues, working with a range of programme material.

Scenario You will be in charge of operating the live sound for the HNC function band on a number ofperformances, both in house and at other small to medium-sized venues. The role will involveworking closely with the band and understanding personal and technical requirements.

Learning Outcomes

LO 1 Understand thetheory required tooperate soundsystems in smallvenues

1.1 Justify appropriate health and safety

1.2 Explain relevant electrical theory

1.3 Explain relevant acoustical theory

LO 2 Understand thetype of equipment,connections andset-up proceduresfor small soundsystems

2.1 assess amplifiers and speakers for live sound applications

2.2 assess mixing and sound processing equipment for live sound applications2.3 evaluate microphones and DI boxes for a range of applications

2.4 assess appropriate connections relative to signal type and level

LO 3 Be able tosoundcheck andcommunicate withperformers

3.1 set up stages taking health and safety into account3.2 use microphones, DI boxes and associated cabling3.3 apply the correct procedures for monitor and front of house set up3.4 demonstrate appropriate communication skills

LO 4 Be able to operatelive sound systemsto facilitate theperformer’scommunication withthe audience

4.1 create on-stage mixes taking into consideration the performer’s needs4.2 create front-of-house mixes suitable for the style of music

4.3 demonstrate effective communication

Learner declaration

I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own and research sources are fully

acknowledged.

Student signature: Date:

BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) – MUSIC

Assignment title/reference: T2.1 Live Sound

Unit: 23 Live Sound for Small Venues

Assessor: Matt Power I.V: Andrew Pettitt

Date issued: 05/01/16

Formative assessment: 15/04/16 Submission date: 27/05/16


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This assignment gives you the opportunity toachieve the following DISTINCTION grades:

Grade Descriptor IndicativeCharacteristic/s

Contextualisation

D1Use critical reflection toevaluate own work and

justify valid conclusions

Self-criticism of approachhas taken place andrealistic improvementshave been proposedagainst definedcharacteristics forsuccess.

You must demonstrate critical reflection when justifying the procedures and mixing style you havechosen for the live music performances.

D2Take responsibility formanaging and organisingactivities

Autonomy/independencehas been demonstratedand the importance ofinterdependence hasbeen recognized andachieved.

You must be able to demonstrate the ability to workon your own and demonstrate how working withothers is mutually beneficial in achieving aprofessional working experience within a liveperformance context.

D3Demonstrate convergent /

lateral / creative thinking

Problems have beensolved and/or innovation

and creative thought havebeen applied

You must demonstrate through creativity and quick-thinking how you can solve typical problems that

are likely to happen during a live musicperformance.

This assignment gives you the opportunity to

achieve the following MERIT grades:

Grade Descriptor Indicative

Characteristic/s

Contextualisation

M1Identify and applystrategies to findappropriate solutions

Effective judgementshave been made.

You must demonstrate correct microphones andhardware has been especially chosen and used,with justification.

M2Select / design and applyappropriate methods andtechniques

The selection of methodshas been justified

You must show that your mixing techniqueaccurately reflects those that are found within thechosen style of music.

M3Present and communicateappropriate findings

Communication has takenplace in familiar andunfamiliar contexts.

You must show that you have been able tocommunicate with musicians assessing their wantsand requirements, reaching amicable conclusionsand compromises where necessary.


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ASSIGNMENT SUMMARY AND FEEDBACK

Criteria The evidence shows you are able to: Achieved (tick)

1.1 justify appropriate health and safety

1.2 explain relevant electrical theory

1.3 explain relevant acoustical theory

2.1 assess amplifiers and speakers for live sound applications

2.2 assess mixing and sound processing equipment for live sound applications

2.3 evaluate microphones and DI boxes for a range of applications

2.4 assess appropriate connections relative to signal type and level

3.1 set up stages taking health and safety into account3.2 use microphones, DI boxes and associated cabling

3.3 apply the correct procedures for monitor and front of house set up

3.4 demonstrate appropriate communication skills

4.1 create on-stage mixes taking into consideration the performer’s needs

4.2 create front-of-house mixes suitable for the style of music

4.3 demonstrate effective communication

Merit Distinction

Grade Descriptor Achieved (tick) Grade Descriptor Achieved (tick)

M1Identify and applystrategies to findappropriate solutions

D1Use critical reflection toevaluate own work and

justify valid conclusions

M2Select / design and applyappropriate methods andtechniques

D2Take responsibility formanaging and organizingactivities

M3Present andcommunicate appropriate

findings

D3Demonstrate convergent/ lateral / creative thinking

Formative Feedback: Assessor to Student

BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) – MUSIC

Assignment title/reference: T2.1 Live Sound

Unit: 23 Live Sound for Small Venues

Assessor: Matt Power I.V:

Learner: Date Submitted:


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Action Plan

Summative feedback

Feedback: Student to Assessor

Assessor Signature Date

Student Signature Date

btec hnc unit 23 brief live sound for small venues

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