btec hnc unit 33 brief music performance studies

8/18/2019 BTEC HNC Unit 33 Brief Music Performance Studies

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MISKIN MUSIC - ASSIGNMENT BRIEF 2015/16

Qualification: BTEC HNC in MUSIC 2015/16

Theprojectbrief

This project runs alongside the Music Performance Skills unit but continues to allow you to puttechniques into practice as you work towards performances in the latter part of the term. Havingan effective rehearsal routine, and a habit of effectively warming up, will allow you to developyour skills as a performer. Throughout this process you must document your progress.

Scenario You are part of a function band that is working towards a number of performances. You will needto take part in a number structured rehearsal, developing a varied repertoire. The nature of thework demands that you adopt a professional attitude and have music reading skills.

Learning Outcomes

LO 1 Be able to practise avaried repertoire ofmusic in order toimprove instrumental orvocal skills in soloperformances

1.1 demonstrate appropriate skills in solo performances1.2 perform a suitably varied solo repertoire

1.3 evidence developing instrumental or vocal technique

LO 2 Be able to practise avaried repertoire ofensemble music withothers in order toimprove instrumental orvocal skills as a group

performer

2.1 demonstrate appropriate skills in ensemble performances

2.2 communicate effectively during ensemble performances2.3 select, rehearse and perform suitable ensemble repertoire

LO 3 Understand rehearsaltechniques

3.1 assess an effective practice regime3.2 analyse effective ensemble rehearsal techniques3.3 evaluate an appropriate professional attitude

LO 4 Be able to read musicnotations in practice andperformance.

4.1 demonstrate the ability to read notation in a performance

4.2 demonstrate the ability to read alternative notation in performance4.3 perform stylistic conventions when reading music

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 Performance Studies

Unit: 33 Music Performance Studies

Assessor: David MacKinnon I.V: Matt Power

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

Realistic improvementshave been proposedagainst definedcharacteristics forsuccess.

You must identify areas for improvement within yourplaying and set yourself realistic goals.

D2Take responsibility formanaging and organisingactivities

Activities have beenmanaged.

You must show a level of autonomy and self-discipline when undertaking rehearsals and solopractice.

D3Demonstrate convergent /lateral / creative thinking

Innovation and creativethought have beenapplied.

You must think beyond what is expected or clichéwhen devising the repertoire, by choosing a widerange of varied and challenging pieces.

This process demands an understanding of practice techniques, what constitutes as a variedrepertoire and music notation. You are advised to use college library resources where you think

appropriate.

This assignment gives you the opportunity to

achieve the following MERIT grades:

Grade Descriptor Indicative

Characteristic/s

Contextualisation

M1Identify and applystrategies to findappropriate solutions

An effective approach toimproving your techniquehas taken place

You must introduce appropriate methods into yourpractice routine that you have identified as ways toimprove.

M2Select / design and applyappropriate methods andtechniques

The methods have been justified.

You must be able to demonstrate an effective resultof the methods you have employed. Improvementmust have taken place.

M3Present and communicateappropriate findings

Appropriate structure hasbeen used.

You must track your improvement by presentingeach stage in an appropriate format. This could beaudio, video or written log.


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ASSIGNMENT BRIEF

Theprojectbrief

This project runs alongside the Music Performance Skills unit but continues to allow you to puttechniques into practice as you work towards performances in the latter part of the term. Havingan effective rehearsal routine, and a habit of effectively warming up, will allow you to developyour skills as a performer. Throughout this process you must document your progress.

Scenario You are part of a function band that is working towards a number of performances. You will needto take part in a number structured rehearsal, developing a varied repertoire. You must adopt a

professional attitude and demonstrate music reading skills.

TASKS EVIDENCE

Task 11.1,

1.2,1.3

Solo

Work on your technique by practicing solo pieces. You must produce evidence thatyou can demonstrate appropriate skills in solo performance, perform a suitablyvaried solo repertoire, and that you have developed instrumental or vocal technique.

Video / LogObservation

Task 22.1,2.2, 2.3

Varied Repertoire

You must show a professional approach within the your rehearsals. You will beobserved on how you: demonstrate appropriate skills; communicate effectively; and

how you select, rehearse and perform suitable ensemble repertoire.

Video / AudioRecordings

Task 33.1,3.2, 3.3

Analysing Rehearsal TechniquesYou must habitually evaluate rehearsals. Within a group debrief, and with personalreflection: assess an effective practice regime; analyse effective ensemble

rehearsal techniques; and evaluate an appropriate professional attitude.

DebriefEvaluations

Task 44.1,4.2, 4.3

Reading Music Notation

Within a rehearsal environment you must: demonstrate the ability to read notation ina performance; perform stylistic conventions when reading music; and demonstrate

the ability to read alternative notation in performance.

Observation




Assessor: David MacKinnon I.V: Matt Power

Date issued: 05/01/16

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


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ASSIGNMENT SUMMARY AND FEEDBACK

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

1.1 demonstrate appropriate skills in solo performances

1.2 perform a suitably varied solo repertoire

1.3 evidence developing instrumental or vocal technique

2.1 demonstrate appropriate skills in ensemble performances

2.2 communicate effectively during ensemble performances

2.3 select, rehearse and perform suitable ensemble repertoire3.1 assess an effective practice regime

3.2 analyse effective ensemble rehearsal techniques

3.3 evaluate an appropriate professional attitude

4.1 demonstrate the ability to read notation in a performance

4.2 demonstrate the ability to read alternative notation in performance

4.3 perform stylistic conventions when reading music

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




Assessor: David MacKinnon I.V:

Learner: Date Submitted:


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Action Plan

Summative feedback

Feedback: Student to Assessor

Assessor Signature Date

Student Signature Date

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