Within this course students will be provided with opportunities to develop skills in music performance. Each Performance course will require students to demonstrate an increasing proficiency in both solo and ensemble music performance. Styles covered can include classical, jazz, contemporary and folk/world music.  Learning and teaching activities will include lectures, small group teaching and ensemble work. Students will be able to access one-to-one tuition, master classes or conferences with School of Music Staff or through a Performance Development Allowance. All students wishing to enrol in these courses must have successfully completed an audition.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. demonstrate a high level of accomplishment, command of instrumental/vocal technique and attention to performance accuracy with a highly distinctive emphasis on the artistic outcome in the music performed;
2. demonstrate a professional degree of control, subtlety of musical expression and awareness of musical textures, structure, style, character and emotional intent of the music being performed;
3. demonstrate a clear emphasis on the artistic outcome of a performance, with expression of a more original voice including the establishment of an individual style;
4. demonstrate the ability to propose a research question and explore the question leading to a performance outcome. The student will be able to explain this process and outcome orally or in writing;
5. provide immediate verbal feedback to a range of performers on their live concert performance; and
   
6. demonstrate their continuous development as ensemble performers.

Staff Feedback

Students will be given feedback in the following forms in this course:

• Written feedback upon Concert Practice performance, Program notes, Ensemble performance (incorporating the Ensemble Director’s report and performance assessment reports, and the Recital examination.
• Students are customarily given verbal feedback by Performance tutors during performance-related activities and by Flagship Ensemble directors during rehearsals.

Student Feedback

ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). The feedback given in these surveys is anonymous and provides the Colleges, University Education Committee and Academic Board with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement. The Surveys and Evaluation website provides more information on student surveys at ANU and reports on the feedback provided on ANU courses.

Class Schedule

Week/Session	Summary of Activities	Assessment
1	Weekly one-to-one instrumental/ vocal lesson of one hour duration, weekly vocal/ instrumental performance seminar of one hour duration and weekly ensemble rehearsal of two hours duration. Assessment summary: 1. Concert Practice assessment (8-10 minutes duration) 20% 2. Program Notes (700 - 800 words) 10% 3. Ensemble assessment 20% 4. Recital (40 - 45 minutes) 50%	Concert Practice assessment is scheduled through weeks 4 - 12. Concert Practice schedule will be available 25/2/2019. *Return of Concert Practice Assessments - Within one week of Concert Practice assessment. *Return of Assessment tasks 3 & 4 will occur approximately 10 days after the completion of the semester.

Assessment Summary

Assessment task	Value	Due Date	Return of assessment	Learning Outcomes
Concert Practice Assessment	20 %	20/05/2019	31/05/2019	1, 2, 3, 5
Program notes	10 %	03/05/2019	31/05/2019	4
Ensemble Assessment	20 %	31/05/2019	22/06/2019	1, 2, 3, 6
Recital examination	50 %	14/06/2019	22/06/2019	1, 2, 3, 4

* If the Due Date and Return of Assessment date are blank, see the Assessment Tab for specific Assessment Task details

Policies

ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines, which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Misconduct Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:

• Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure
• Special Assessment Consideration Policy and General Information 
• Student Surveys and Evaluations
• Deferred Examinations
• Student Complaint Resolution Policy and Procedure

Assessment Requirements

The ANU is using Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website. Students may choose not to submit assessment items through Turnitin. In this instance you will be required to submit, alongside the assessment item itself, hard copies of all references included in the assessment item.

Moderation of Assessment

Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.

Participation

Concert Practice: Performing live in a concert can only be learned through actually participating in a concert, not only as a performer, but also as an audience member. As an audience member you learn about live performance from observing a range of live performances and providing live feedback to a range of performers on their live performance. Having an audience changes the dynamic and so it is essential that an audience is present for the live performance. The absence of an audience has a negative impact on the concert practice experience. As such, in order to pass this course students must, unless they have a relevant medical certificate, participate in at least 80% of Concert Practice time by active listening within each performance and offering constructive feedback based on this active listening when called upon to do so.

Ensemble: Performing in an ensemble can only be learned through actually participating in an ensemble, and the absence of an ensemble member has a negative impact on the ability not only of themselves but also of each of the other ensemble members to continuously develop as ensemble performers. As such, in order to pass this course students must, unless they have a relevant medical certificate, participate in at least 80% of ensemble rehearsal time.  

Assessment Task 1

Concert Practice Assessment

Each student will present an 8 – 10 minute solo or ensemble performance in Concert Practice once during the semester. Students must submit details of their performance on the Concert Practice Assessment Form by midday on the Wednesday prior to their scheduled performance date. All submissions to the online form are time and date stamped. The Concert Practice Assessment Form should be submitted via the appropriate link available in the ANU School of Music Performance Handbook.

Assessment Rubric

Grade Letter Grade Numerical Mark (%) Standards

High Distinction HD 80 - 100 Work of exceptional quality, as demonstrated in the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant

qualification level

Distinction D 70 - 79 Work of superior quality, as demonstrated in the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant qualification

level

Credit C 60 - 69 Work of good quality, as demonstrated in the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant qualification

level

Pass P 50 - 59 Work of satisfactory quality, as demonstrated in the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant

qualification level

Fail N 0 - 49 Work in which the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant qualification level has not been

demonstrated

Assessment criteria

Technique/ technicality: posture, quality of intonation, quality of articulation, ability to perform from memory (if applicable), quality of languages & diction (if applicable), breath control, finger or slide technique (as appropriate), pedalling accuracy (if applicable), harmonic security within improvisation (if applicable)

Communication/ interpretation/ presentation: Quality of stage presence & communication with the audience, quality of communication & interaction within the ensemble, evidence of prior preparation, level of confidence demonstrated within the performance, level of evident artistic expression, musicianship & creative individuality, overall quality of presentation, affinity for performance, appropriateness of body language & expression, skills within improvisation (if applicable)

Repertoire: Appropriateness of chosen repertoire to the level or standard required, stylistic knowledge of the chosen repertoire, level of musical and artistic variety evident within the chosen repertoire

Rhythmic precision/ tone and timbre: Quality, consistency & variety of tone & timbre, tone projection, sense of pulse, meter and subdivision of metrical structures, level of evident dynamic contrast, ability to blend and balance within the ensemble (if applicable)

Due Date: as per the Concert Practice schedule available on the Music Performance Wattle website.

Value: 20%

Presentation requirements: Students should wear attire appropriate to a professional concert performance within their instrumental or vocal genre.

Concert Practice: Performing live in a concert can only be learned through actually participating in a concert, not only as a performer, but also as an audience member. As an audience member you learn about live performance from observing a range of live performances and providing live feedback to a range of performers on their live performance. Having an audience changes the dynamic and so it is essential that an audience is present for the live performance. The absence of an audience has a negative impact on the concert practice experience. As such, in order to pass this course students must, unless they have a relevant medical certificate, participate in at least 80% of Concert Practice time by active listening within each performance and offering constructive feedback based on this active listening when called upon to do so.

Assessment Task 2

Program notes

Students are required to submit program notes of 700 – 800 words. Students should prepare their program notes with reference to the Guidelines for preparing the Program Notes pdf, available on the Music Performance Wattle site. Program notes offer some historical perspectives upon the selected repertoire, and they provide the audience with a means of accessibility to the music. The scholarly enquiry incorporated within the compilation of program notes also provides the researcher—performer opportunities to inform their technical, musical and theoretical preparation for the performance, and to draw out informative particulars of interest to audiences.

Assessment Rubric

Grade Letter Grade Numerical Mark (%) Standards

High Distinction HD 80 - 100 Work of exceptional quality, as demonstrated in the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant

qualification level

Distinction D 70 - 79 Work of superior quality, as demonstrated in the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant

qualification level

Credit C 60 - 69 Work of good quality, as demonstrated in the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant

qualification level

Pass P 50 - 59 Work of satisfactory quality, as demonstrated in the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant

qualification level

Fail N 0 - 49 Work in which the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant qualification level has not been

demonstrated

Assessment Criteria

• Specificity of facts and appropriateness of perspective pertaining to the selected repertoire.
• Detail and relevance of background material contextualising the repertoire.
• Depth of synthesis of scholarly material and quality of academic referencing.
• Accuracy of formatting, including structure, spelling, layout and translations where applicable.

Word limit: 700 – 800 words

Due date: 3 May 2019

Value: 10%

Presentation requirements: Students should prepare their program notes in Word (.docx file). Students may include black and white images, as appropriate. 

Assessment Task 3

Ensemble Assessment

Ensemble participation and performance are integral components of Music Performance 1 – 6. In this module, students learn to perform in an ensemble, building team skills and rehearsal techniques, while exploring musical styles, developing artistic expression and communication through group performance. Through their rehearsals, performances and reflection upon the interaction and accomplishments of their ensemble peers, students will gain insights into ‘best practice’ in ensemble music preparation.

For all students taking MUSI3302 Performance 6, the Ensemble component (20%) of this course will be delivered via one of the School’s suite of flagship ensembles. Students should register their choice of Flagship Ensemble on the Music Performance Wattle site by the end of week 2 of the semester. For further information about the Flagship ensembles, please consult the ANU School of Music Performance Handbook, which is available in .pdf format on the Music Performance Wattle website.

Value: 20% of the total grade. The Ensemble component comprises:

Ensemble director’s mark: 10% of the total grade

Ensemble performance mark: The examiners’ averaged mark for the ensemble’s performance will contribute 10% of the total grade. A panel of two examiners (with at least one panel member being a member of the ANU School of Music Faculty) will assess the ensemble’s performance given in week 12 (the final teaching week of the semester), or in a performance throughout the semester.

ANU Open Day: The School’s Flagship Ensembles will feature in performances and activities in the School of Music on ANU Open Day. Students are expected to participate in these performances and activities. 

Assessment Rubric

Grade Letter Grade Numerical Mark (%) Standards

High Distinction HD 80 - 100 Work of exceptional quality, as demonstrated in the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant

qualification level

Distinction D 70 - 79 Work of superior quality, as demonstrated in the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant

qualification level

Credit C 60 - 69 Work of good quality, as demonstrated in the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant qualification

level

Pass P 50 - 59 Work of satisfactory quality, as demonstrated in the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant

qualification level

Fail N 0 - 49 Work in which the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant qualification level has not been

demonstrated

Assessment criteria – Ensemble Director’s mark:

• Preparation: Preparation incorporates the practical musical groundwork undertaken by the student prior to weekly rehearsals, including time spent researching background material on the scores/ charts and composers, note learning and polishing, the addition of correct bowings in parts (if applicable), and translations of foreign language material (if applicable). It also incorporates the student's level of personal organisation, which includes punctuality to rehearsals and performances, and consistently bringing the correct scores/ charts to rehearsal.
• Interaction within the ensemble: The collective strength of an ensemble is dependent on the consistent contribution of each individual member. That is, each player/ singer in the ensemble carries the ultimate responsibility for the performance outcome, which is built upon the cohesive interaction and verbal/ cognitive and musical input of ensemble members, their positive interaction with the ensemble director, and capacity to engage constructively with fellow players/ singers throughout the rehearsal period.
• Creative individuality: The level of ensemble members’ musical intuition and creative individuality contributes to the overall quality of the ensemble, and to the level of excellence evident within the ensemble’s performance outcomes.
• Musicianship: Skills in musicianship—for example, a student’s aural skills in recognising intervals and chord qualities, rhythmic and melodic proficiencies in sight-reading, accuracy of intonation, and a well-developed musical memory and aptitude for dictation and improvisation—form the foundations of high-quality ensemble performance.
• Affinity for performance: The ensemble director will evaluate each student’s abilities and affinity for performance during a concert presented by the ensemble for a live audience. Many musicians experience the phenomenon of live performance in contrasting ways, and for most, performing live and dealing with performance nerves are part of a steep learning curve. Through application, training and experience in live performance, many students develop their affinity for the 'craft' of performance, where collective skills are honed to a high level, allowing confident interaction with the audience, and assured, well-prepared interpretation of the musical materials. 

Assessment criteria – Ensemble performance:

• Quality of the ensemble’s intonation, articulation, languages and diction (if appropriate).
• Quality of communication and interaction evident within the ensemble, the level of confidence displayed during the performance, and the apparent sophistication of collective artistic expression and musicianship displayed by the ensemble.
• Appropriateness of chosen repertoire, and the level of musical and artistic variety evident within the ensemble’s performance.
• Quality, consistency and variety of the ensemble’s tone, timbre, and projection, as well as the dynamic contrast, blend and balance manifest within the ensemble. 

Due date: Performance assessed during the semester, or in Week 12

Presentation requirements: Students are required to:

• contribute to weekly rehearsals with their nominated Flagship Ensemble.
• participate in performances given by their nominated Flagship Ensemble throughout the semester.

Ensemble requirement: Performing in an ensemble can only be learned through actually participating in an ensemble, and the absence of an ensemble member has a negative impact on the ability not only of themselves but also of each of the other ensemble members to continuously develop as ensemble performers. As such, in order to pass this course students must, unless they have a relevant medical certificate, participate in at least 80% of ensemble rehearsal time.  

Please note: SCUNA is available for ensemble assessment only to those students enrolled in MUSI2220 Music Ensemble.

Assessment Task 4

Recital examination

All instrumentalists and vocalists enrolled in MUSI3302 Performance 6 undertake a recital examination (40 – 45 minutes duration) of contrasting repertoire as their major performance assessment (50%). The school will provide an accompanist to facilitate all instrumental and vocal recital examinations. Please refer to the ANU School of Music Accompanist Allocation Policy: http://music.anu.edu.au/sites/music.anu.edu.au/files/documents/pdf/SOM-ApprovedAccompanist-Policy.pdf

Assessment Rubric

Grade Letter Grade Numerical Mark (%) Standards

High Distinction HD 80 - 100 Work of exceptional quality, as demonstrated in the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant

qualification level

Distinction D 70 - 79 Work of superior quality, as demonstrated in the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant qualification

level

Credit C 60 - 69 Work of good quality, as demonstrated in the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant qualification

level

Pass P 50 - 59 Work of satisfactory quality, as demonstrated in the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant

qualification level

Fail N 0 - 49 Work in which the attainment of learning outcomes at or above the relevant qualification level has not been

demonstrated

Assessment criteria

Technique/ technicality: posture, quality of intonation, quality of articulation, ability to perform from memory (if applicable), quality of languages & diction (if applicable), breath control, finger or slide technique (as appropriate), pedalling accuracy (if applicable), harmonic security within improvisation (if applicable)

Communication/ interpretation/ presentation: Quality of stage presence & communication with the audience, quality of communication & interaction within the ensemble, evidence of prior preparation, level of confidence demonstrated within the performance, level of evident artistic expression, musicianship & creative individuality, overall quality of presentation, affinity for performance, appropriateness of body language & expression, skills within improvisation (if applicable)

Repertoire: Appropriateness of chosen repertoire to the level or standard required, stylistic knowledge of the chosen repertoire, level of musical and artistic variety evident within the chosen repertoire

Rhythmic precision/ tone and timbre: Quality, consistency & variety of tone & timbre, tone projection, sense of pulse, meter and subdivision of metrical structures, level of evident dynamic contrast, ability to blend and balance within the ensemble (if applicable)

Due date: Assessment is scheduled in the ANU Examination period.

Value: 50%

Presentation requirements: Each recital examination in MUSI3302 Performance 6 is scheduled for 40 – 45 minutes. Students must provide the following items for the panel at the recital examination:

1. At least four (4) copies of their program notes for the panel (x2), the technical staff (x1) and for the venues and operations team (x1) at the commencement of the examination, but are also encouraged to print additional copies for the audience members. A cover template compliant with ANU guidelines will be made available on the Music Performance Wattle website.
2. A complete list of all repertoire prepared for the recital.
3. Copies of all repertoire prepared for the recital. Please note that copies of repertoire will not be returned to students

A panel of two examiners (with at least one panel member being a member of the ANU School of Music Faculty) will assess all recital examinations. All recital examinations will be audio recorded. Recitals will be held in the ANU official examination period and are open to the public. Students are reminded, as per University guidelines, that they are expected to be available to sit an examination at any time during the official examination period.

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a core part of our culture as a community of scholars. At its heart, academic integrity is about behaving ethically. This means that all members of the community commit to honest and responsible scholarly practice and to upholding these values with respect and fairness. The Australian National University commits to embedding the values of academic integrity in our teaching and learning. We ensure that all members of our community understand how to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support academic integrity. The ANU expects staff and students to uphold high standards of academic integrity and act ethically and honestly, to ensure the quality and value of the qualification that you will graduate with. The University has policies and procedures in place to promote academic integrity and manage academic misconduct. Visit the following Academic honesty & plagiarism website for more information about academic integrity and what the ANU considers academic misconduct. The ANU offers a number of services to assist students with their assignments, examinations, and other learning activities. The Academic Skills and Learning Centre offers a number of workshops and seminars that you may find useful for your studies.

Online Submission

You will be required to electronically sign a declaration as part of the submission of your assignment. Please keep a copy of the assignment for your records. Unless an exemption has been approved by the Associate Dean (Education) as submission must be through Turnitin.

Hardcopy Submission

For some forms of assessment (hand written assignments, art works, laboratory notes, etc.) hard copy submission is appropriate when approved by the Associate Dean (Education). Hard copy submissions must utilise the Assignment Cover Sheet. Please keep a copy of tasks completed for your records.

Late Submission

Late submission of assessment tasks without an extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the possible marks available per working day or part thereof. Late submission of assessment tasks is not accepted after 10 working days after the due date, or on or after the date specified in the course outline for the return of the assessment item. Late submission is not accepted for take-home examinations.

Referencing Requirements

Accepted academic practice for referencing sources that you use in presentations can be found via the links on the Wattle site, under the file named “ANU and College Policies, Program Information, Student Support Services and Assessment”. Alternatively, you can seek help through the Students Learning Development website.

Extensions and Penalties

Extensions and late submission of assessment pieces are covered by the Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure. The Course Convener may grant extensions for assessment pieces that are not examinations or take-home examinations. If you need an extension, you must request an extension in writing on or before the due date. If you have documented and appropriate medical evidence that demonstrates you were not able to request an extension on or before the due date, you may be able to request it after the due date.

Privacy Notice

The ANU has made a number of third party, online, databases available for students to use. Use of each online database is conditional on student end users first agreeing to the database licensor’s terms of service and/or privacy policy. Students should read these carefully. In some cases student end users will be required to register an account with the database licensor and submit personal information, including their: first name; last name; ANU email address; and other information.
In cases where student end users are asked to submit ‘content’ to a database, such as an assignment or short answers, the database licensor may only use the student’s ‘content’ in accordance with the terms of service – including any (copyright) licence the student grants to the database licensor. Any personal information or content a student submits may be stored by the licensor, potentially offshore, and will be used to process the database service in accordance with the licensors terms of service and/or privacy policy.
If any student chooses not to agree to the database licensor’s terms of service or privacy policy, the student will not be able to access and use the database. In these circumstances students should contact their lecturer to enquire about alternative arrangements that are available.

Distribution of grades policy

Academic Quality Assurance Committee monitors the performance of students, including attrition, further study and employment rates and grade distribution, and College reports on quality assurance processes for assessment activities, including alignment with national and international disciplinary and interdisciplinary standards, as well as qualification type learning outcomes.

Since first semester 1994, ANU uses a grading scale for all courses. This grading scale is used by all academic areas of the University.

Support for students

The University offers students support through several different services. You may contact the services listed below directly or seek advice from your Course Convener, Student Administrators, or your College and Course representatives (if applicable).

• ANU Health, safety & wellbeing for medical services, counselling, mental health and spiritual support
• ANU Diversity and inclusion for students with a disability or ongoing or chronic illness
• ANU Dean of Students for confidential, impartial advice and help to resolve problems between students and the academic or administrative areas of the University
• ANU Academic Skills and Learning Centre supports you make your own decisions about how you learn and manage your workload.
• ANU Counselling Centre promotes, supports and enhances mental health and wellbeing within the University student community.
• ANUSA supports and represents undergraduate and ANU College students
• PARSA supports and represents postgraduate and research students