Australian Vocational Education and Training/CUSMPF101A Develop skills to play or sing music

CUSMPF101A - Develop skills to play or sing music
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop elementary skills in tuning, playing and caring for an instrument. This is the first in a series of units dealing with developing technical skills. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement. People with little or no musical experience apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit. Typically they are embarking on a career in singing or playing a specific musical instrument and need close guidance and supervision.

Elements and Performance Criteria
After studying this unit you will be able to:


 * Become familiar with chosen instrument
 * Develop an understanding of how the physical characteristics of instruments and the voice affect the sound they produce in performance
 * Explore the range, capability and sound characteristics of chosen instrument or voice
 * Discuss with colleagues or teachers how the physical relationship between instrument and performer produces the required sound
 * Listen to live or recorded music featuring the chosen instrument or voice and discuss with colleagues and/or teacher how sounds and effects are achieved
 * Use appropriate methods and cleaning products to care for, move and store instrument and accessories
 * Develop listening skills to enable recognition of simple musical elements
 * Set goals for own skill development in consultation with relevant people


 * Prepare to play instrument
 * Set up instrument or warm up voice as required
 * As required, seek assistance from relevant people to tune instrument to the required pitch
 * Apply listening skills in the process of producing a range of notes, rhythms and/or chords
 * Use correct posture to extend technique and to develop healthy performance habits in line with OHS principles


 * Play simple pieces in selected style
 * In consultation with relevant people, select simple pieces and exercises suitable for practice in playing selected repertoire
 * Apply the elements of pitch, rhythm, sound colour and/or volume during practice sessions
 * Experiment with different techniques to develop proficiency in producing the required sound
 * Seek feedback on own skill development from relevant people and evaluate progress against personal goals

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