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PRCN1601: Percussion 1
2024 unit information
Students will explore repertoire appropriate to their individual development. There will be an emphasis on the development of technical skills and musical expression. Students will gain experience in performance and presentation through the performance workshop where they will also learn from reflecting on their own and their peers' work. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate musical and technical skills that will prepare their instrumental studies at higher levels.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Performance |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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None |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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None |
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. effectively study a range of technical material (rudiments, scales, exercises), foundational studies and selected repertoire
- LO2. demonstrate notable consistency in practice commitment and effectiveness
- LO3. demonstrate a thorough understanding of all foundational aspects of instrumental technique and sound production on snare drum, mallets and timpani
- LO4. understand the principles of sticking, tuning (timpani), set-up design (multi-percussion) and other technical principles assisting the study of repertoire.
- LO5. demonstrate percussion ensemble performance skills
- LO6. demonstrate solo performance skills in concert practice.
Unit availability
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| Session | MoA ? | Location | Outline ? |
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Semester 1 2024
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Normal day | Sydney | |
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Semester 2 2024
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Normal day | Sydney |
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