This course deepens students’ understanding of music practice, specifically how it is expressed in live contexts. It focuses on developing musicianship and artistry across various live music environments ranging from the professional stage to community-oriented contexts. Students critically engage with the expressive aspects of music practice, gaining experience across a range of genres. They explore a series of topics emphasising acoustic and amplified live music, acquiring practical knowledge of performing for live audiences, including insights into hearing safety and principles of amplified sound from a performer’s viewpoint. Additionally, students develop effective communication strategies for diverse live music contexts, which support professional readiness and adaptability.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- demonstrate technical proficiency including rhythm, intonation, articulation, timbre, and dynamics (as appropriate) to enhance musical expression in live performance;
- create expressive live performances by applying improvisation, music technology, and genre-specific stylistic techniques;
- interpret live sound requirements and apply appropriate techniques and terminology through planning and performance preparation;
- apply verbal and non-verbal communication and feedback strategies to support collaborative live performance; and
- evaluate and apply safe hearing practices in personal and group live music contexts.
Indicative Assessment
- Performance Folio (total of 12-15 minutes submitted in 5 instalments across the semester) (35) [LO 1,2,4]
- In Class Quiz (15) [LO 3,5]
- Practice Reflection (1,500 words) (25) [LO 4,5]
- Ensemble Participation and Performance (15-20 minutes) (25) [LO 1,2,4]
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Workload
130 hours of total student learning time made up from:
a) 36 hours of contact over 12 weeks; and
b) 94 hours of study across the semester, which may include regular individual practice on their chosen instrument or voice, rehearsal preparation, technique development, and reflective work that supports their progress toward the course learning outcomes.
Requisite and Incompatibility
Prescribed Texts
Provided via Canvas.
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
If you have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). More information about your student contribution amount for each course at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 12
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are a domestic graduate coursework student with a Domestic Tuition Fee (DTF) place or international student you will be required to pay course tuition fees (see below). Course tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2026 | $4200 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2026 | $5820 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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Second Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8879 | 27 Jul 2026 | 03 Aug 2026 | 31 Aug 2026 | 30 Oct 2026 | In Person | N/A |