FCE Unit Details as at 13th June, 2002
Ensemble 1
Enrolment code: FCE100
Offered: Hobart: semesters 1 & 2
Requires students to participate in one ensemble and to attend a minimum of fifteen
public concerts during the course of the year. The unit provides experience in the rehearsal
and performance of music for various instrumental and/or vocal ensembles. As part of
this integrated area of study, students are given the opportunity to work both as
individuals and as part of a group in a way which enables them to acquire the necessary
ensemble skills for a professional life in music.
Staff Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), other staff, depending on ensemble
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern rehearsals, tutorials and performances. Up to 2 hrs facilitated time weekly
(hrs for any specific ensemble activity may vary) (26 wks)
Assessment mode an average of 2 performances or presentations a year (or equivalent group
activities), submission of Concert Diary; weekly ensemble assessment recognising
preparation, commitment, group interaction and accuracy. Some ensembles require
a written assignment. Refer to School’s unit outline for each ensemble’s specifics.
Courses [F2M] [F3H]FFx:
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Study
Enrolment code: FCE180
Offered: Hobart: semesters 1 & 2
Special note: Chamber Music will not generally be offered as part of the DipMus
Requires students to participate in one ensemble and to attend a minimum of fifteen
public concerts during the course of the year. Ensemble Study is designed to support the
individual and group studies taken within the Practical Study area. Students are given the
opportunity to work as individuals and creative musicians in an ensemble context in a
way which enables them to develop essential ensemble and communication skills,
including the ability to work successfully in public forums, including concerts and
workshops.
Staff Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), other staff, depending on ensemble
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern rehearsals, tutorials and performances. Up to 2 hrs facilitated time weekly
(hrs for any specific ensemble activity may vary) (26 wks)
Assessment mode an average of 2 performances or presentations a year (or equivalent group
activities), submission of Concert Diary; weekly ensemble assessment recognising
preparation, commitment, group interaction and accuracy. Some ensembles require
a written assignment. Refer to School’s unit outline for each ensemble’s specifics.
Required texts etc
music and scores as determined by the lecturer.
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Courses [F2M]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble 2
Enrolment code: FCE200
Offered: Hobart: semesters 1 & 2
Requires students to participate in one ensemble and to attend a minimum of fifteen
public concerts during the course of the year. Ensemble 2 provides further experience in
the rehearsal and performance of music for various instruments and/or vocal ensembles.
As part of this integrated area of study, students are given the opportunity to hear and
learn from working artists and to work both as individuals and as part of a group in a way
which enables them to acquire necessary ensemble skills for a professional life in music.
Staff Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), other staff, depending on ensemble
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern rehearsals, tutorials and performances. Up to 2 hrs facilitated time weekly
(hrs for any specific ensemble activity may vary) (26 wks)
Assessment mode an average of 2 performances or presentations a year (or equivalent group
activities), submission of Concert Diary; weekly ensemble assessment recognising
preparation, commitment, group interaction and accuracy. Some ensembles require
a written assignment. Refer to School’s unit outline for each ensemble’s specifics.
Courses [F3H]FFx:
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Orchestral Instruments 1A
Enrolment code: FCE210
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for BMus (orchestral instrument) students
The first of four units of ensemble studies. At this level the student may play in the
nominated ensemble less frequently than advanced students in order to devote more time
to acquiring the skills necessary to contribute more fully. The sequence of units is designed
to provide students with practical experience in the study, rehearsal and performance of
ensemble music. Through weekly rehearsals, aspects of performance are explored
including intonation, ensemble skills (playing together precisely and rhythmically),
interpreting the gestures, mannerisms and wishes of the conductor or leader, tone control
as well as the ethics and correct behaviour expected of a member of an ensemble. Other
issues covered include the performance of individual and sectional excerpts relevant to the
particular area of specialisation. The repertoire for this unit covers a wide range of styles
from early Baroque through to contemporary scores requiring new performance
techniques in the Classical stream and ensemble and improvisational skills across a
spectrum of styles (Jazz, Funk, Fusion, Pop, etc) in the Contemporary stream. This unit
gives students performance experience of these styles over a cycle of four semesters.
Students are required to attend regular rehearsals, workshops, sectionals and
performances as determined by the coordinator.
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Staff Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Profile staff, PTA staff
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern weekly 90-min ensemble rehearsal and 90-min sectional rehearsal (13 wks)
Prerequisites FCM210 for BMus (orchestral or contemporary instrument) students
Mutual exclusions FCE100; FCO150; FCN150/250/350
Assessment mode orchestra or ensemble: commitment, preparation & participation (30%);
performances (30%) excerpts or improv: jury (40%)
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Keyboard 1A
Enrolment code: FCE211
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for BMus (keyboard) students
The first of four units designed to establish fundamental ensemble skills in the keyboard
player. Through a weekly accompaniment class students gain basic experience of playing
with another instrumentalist, and establish reliable fundamental sight-reading and/or
chart improvisation skills.
Staff Ms S Deng, Mrs B Sedivka, PTA staff
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern weekly 90-min accompanying class, assigned lessons with
instrumentalists – weekly 3-hr rehearsal (13 wks)
Corequisites FCM211 for BMus (Classical or Contemporary Keyboard) students
Mutual exclusions FCY150; FCY250; FCY350; FCN150/250/350
Assessment mode accompaniment class: commitment, preparation and participation (50%);
accompaniment performances: preparation (25%) and performance (25%)
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Guitar 1A
Enrolment code: FCE212
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for all BMus and DipMus (Classical or Contemporary Guitar)
students
The first of four ensemble units each of which is designed to provide students with
practical experience in the study, rehearsal and performance of ensemble music. Students
are also required to take part in a large ensemble during the semester.
Staff Mr D Malone, PTA staff
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern weekly 2-hr or 3-hr ensemble rehearsal, as required (13 wks)
Prerequisites FCM122
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Corequisites FCM212 for BMus (Classical or Contemporary Guitar) students
Mutual exclusions FCG150; FCG250; FCG350; FCN150/250/350
Assessment mode 2 x guitar ensemble performances or recordings in the semester.
Commitment, preparation and participation (40%); guitar ensemble performances
(30%), participation and performance in the large ensemble (30%). Full attendance
expected in both ensembles.
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Voice 1A
Enrolment code: FCE213
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for BMus (Classical or Contemporary voice) students
Development of skills in English diction for singers and familiarity with International
Phonetic Alphabet. Participation in choral ensembles as directed, to develop sight-reading
facility and blending skills for ensemble singing and develop a knowledge of ensemble
repertoire.
Staff Profile Staff, PTA Staff
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern 1-hr diction class, 2-3hrs rehearsal or performance weekly (13 wks)
Corequisites FCM213 for BMus (Classical or Contemporary Voice) students
Mutual exclusions FCV150; FCN150/250/350
Assessment mode mid-sem written diction test (15%), end-of-sem written and oral diction
test (40%), participation in rehearsals and performances (30%), end-of-sem choral
excerpts test (15%) (excerpts from works performed during the semester in
ensembles).
Required texts etc
Joan Wall, International Phonetic Alphabet for Singers: A manual for English and foreign
language diction, PST Publ, 1989
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Composition 1A
Enrolment code: FCE214
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for all BMus and DipMus composition students
Focuses on establishing basic skills in music engraving. The student is expected to master
the fundamentals of computer-based music engraving and simple score and parts
preparation. Another aspect of this unit is preparation for the young composer to lead an
ensemble. Basic beat patterns and rehearsal techniques central to the establishment of
conducting skills are taught in tutorial through the vehicle of original music for student
groups. The unit also emphasises a composer’s participation in making music.
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Staff Prof D Knehans, Mr R Marcellino (Coordinator), Dr M Grenfell
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern weekly 1-hr tutorial in music engraving (13 wks), and conducting tutorials
in preparation for composition rehearsals and performances (as required)
Prerequisites FCM114
Corequisites FCM214
Mutual exclusions FCC150; FCN150/250
Assessment mode conducting: commitment, preparation and participation (15%),
performances (20%), music engraving of original compositions (including part
preparation) (50%), ensemble commitment, preparation and participation (15%)
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Orchestral Instruments 1B
Enrolment code: FCE220
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for BMus (Orchestral or Contemporary Instrument) students
The second of four units of ensemble studies. At this level the student may play in the
nominated ensemble more frequently than in FCE110 but still less frequently than
advanced students in order to devote more time to acquiring the skills necessary to
contribute more fully. The student should also be able to have a basic command over
playing in tune, in time, following the conductor/leader accurately and attempting to
blend with other instruments successfully.
Staff Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Profile staff , PTA staff
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern 90-min ensemble rehearsal, 90-min sectional rehearsal weekly (13 wks)
Prerequisites FCE210
Corequisites FCM220 for BMus (Orchestral or Contemporary Instrument) students
Mutual exclusions FCE100; FCO150; FCN150/250/350
Assessment mode orchestra or ensemble: commitment, preparation and participation (30%);
performances (30%), excerpts or improv: jury (40%)
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Keyboard 1B
Enrolment code: FCE221
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for BMus (Keyboard) students
The second of four units designed to establish fundamental ensemble skills in the
keyboard player. Through a weekly accompaniment class students gain basic experience
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of playing with another instrumentalist, and establish reliable fundamental sight-reading
and/or chart improvisation skills.
Staff Ms S Deng, Mrs B Sedivka, PTA staff
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern weekly 90-min accompanying class; assigned lessons with
instrumentalists – weekly 3-hr rehearsal (13 wks)
Corequisites FCM221 for BMus (Classical or Contemporary Keyboard) students
Mutual exclusions FCY150; FCY250; FCY350; FCN150/250/350
Assessment mode accompaniment class: commitment, preparation and participation (50%);
accompaniment performances: preparation (25%); and performance (25%)
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Guitar 1B
Enrolment code: FCE222
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for all BMus and Dip Mus Classical or Contemporary Guitar majors
The second of four ensemble units each of which is designed to provide students with
practical experience in the study, rehearsal and performance of ensemble music. Students
also attend a 90-min Performance Practice class which is available in second semester only.
This class provides an opportunity for guitarists to study the development of the guitar
and its repertoire and demonstrate this knowledge by performance on the instrument. The
combined class will follow a three year cycle: (1) Pedagogical principles in studies,
technique and memorisation, (2) Pedagogical principles in popular styles, plectrum,
rhythm playing and fretboard harmony, (3) Interperetation, stylistic authenticity,
ornamentation and transcription from tablature. All study is approached through direct
application to the instrument.
Staff Mr D Malone, PTA staff
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern 2-hr ensemble rehearsal, 90-min style class weekly (13 wks)
Prerequisites FCE212
Corequisites FCM222 for BMus (Classical or Contemporary Guitar) students.
Mutual exclusions FCG 150; FCG250; FCG350; FCN150/250/350
Assessment mode 2 guitar ensemble performances or recordings in the semester.
Commitment, preparation and participation (30%); guitar ensemble performances
(30%)., written assignment and performance of approved 15-min program in
Performance Practice (40%). Full attendance expected at all rehearsals.
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Voice 1B
Enrolment code: FCE223
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Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for BMus (Classical or Contemporary voice) students
Participation in ensembles as directed, to develop sight-reading facility and blending skills
for ensemble singing and develop a knowledge of vocal ensemble repertoire.
Development of skills in Italian diction for Classical singers.
Staff Profile staff, PTA staff
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern 1-hr diction class, 2-3 hrs rehearsal or performance per week (13 wks)
Prerequisites FCE213
Corequisites FCM223 for BMus (Classical or Contemporary Voice) students
Mutual exclusions FCV150; FCN150/250/350
Assessment mode mid-sem written diction test (15%), end-of-sem written and oral diction
test (40%), participation in rehearsals and performances (30%), end-of-sem excerpts
test (15%) (excerpts from works performed during the semester in ensembles).
Required texts etc
Evelina Colorni, Singers Italian: A Manual of Diction and Phonetics, Macmillan, 1970
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Composition 1B
Enrolment code: FCE224
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for all BMus and DipMus composition students
Builds on the basic skills established in FCE114. The student will demonstrate higher level
skills in music engraving through more professionally prepared scores and parts. A
greater attention to detail in this area is sought at this level. Further development of
conducting skills should be demonstrated. The student will understand basic beat
patterns, expressive indications and an awareness of time management in rehearsal
situations. Further, a composer’s participation in a vocal or instrumental ensemble is
expected to remain consistent, committed and an increasing contribution to the strength of
the ensemble.
Staff Prof D Knehans, Mr R Marcellino (Coordinator), Dr M Grenfell
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern weekly 1-hr tutorial in music engraving (13 wks), conducting tutorials in
preparation for composition rehearsals and performances (as required)
Prerequisites FCE214
Corequisites FCM224
Mutual exclusions FCC150; FCN150/250
Assessment mode conducting: commitment, preparation and participation (15%);
performances (20%); music engraving of original compositions (including part
preparation) (50%); ensemble commitment, preparation and participation (15%)
Courses [F3H]
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Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble 3
Enrolment code: FCE300
Offered: Hobart: semesters 1 & 2
Requires students to participate in one ensemble and to attend a minimum of fifteen
public concerts during the course of the year. Ensemble 3 provides further experience in
the rehearsal and performance of music for various instruments and/or vocal ensembles.
As part of this integrated area of study, students are given the opportunity to hear and
learn from working artists and to work both as individuals and as part of a group in a way
which enables them to acquire necessary ensemble skills for a professional life in music.
Staff Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), other staff, depending on ensemble
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern rehearsals, tutorials and performances. Up to 2 hrs facilitated time weekly
(hrs for any specific ensemble activity may vary) (26 wks)
Assessment mode an average of 2 performances or presentations a year (or equivalent group
activities), submission of Concert Diary; weekly ensemble assessment recognising
preparation, commitment, group interaction and accuracy. Some ensembles require
a written assignment. Refer to School’s unit outline for each ensemble’s specifics.
Courses [F3H]FFx:
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Composition 1B
Enrolment code: FCE310
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for BMus (Orchestral or Contemporary instrument) students
The third of four units of ensemble studies. At this level the student may play in the
nominated ensemble more frequently than in FCE120 but still less frequently than
advanced students in order to devote more time to acquiring the skills necessary to
contribute more fully. The student should be able to have an intermediate command over
playing in tune, in time, following the conductor or leader accurately and attempting to
blend with other instruments successfully. The student should also be forming a growing
awareness of appropriate ensemble style applicable to different musics.
Staff Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Profile staff, PTA staff
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern 90-min ensemble rehearsal and 90-min sectional rehearsal weekly (13 wks)
Prerequisites FCE220
Corequisites FCM310 for BMus (Orchestral/Contemporary instrument) students
Mutual exclusions FCE200; FCO250; FCN150/250/350
Assessment mode orchestra or ensemble: commitment, preparation and participation (30%);
performances (30%); excerpts or improv: jury (40%)
Courses [F3H]
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Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Keyboard 2A
Enrolment code: FCE311
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for BMus (Keyboard) students
The third of four units designed to establish fundamental ensemble skills in the keyboard
player. Through a weekly accompaniment class students will gain basic experience of
playing with another instrumentalist, and establish reliable fundamental sight-reading
and/or chart improvisation skills. At this level the keyboardist is expected to have a
fundamental command of a wide stylistic range of music. Additionally, an emerging
fluency of learning and performing new repertoire is expected at this level.
Staff Ms S Deng, Mrs B Sedivka, PTA Staff
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern weekly 90-min accompanying class, assigned lessons with
instrumentalists – weekly 3-hr rehearsal (13 wks)
Corequisites FCM311 for BMus (Classical or Contemporary Keyboard) students
Mutual exclusions FCY150; FCY250; FCY350; FCN 150/250/350
Assessment mode accompaniment class: commitment, preparation and participation (50%),
accompaniment performances: preparation (25%); and performance (25%)
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Guitar 2A
Enrolment code: FCE312
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for all BMus and Dip Mus (Classical or Contemporary Guitar)
students
The third of four ensemble units each of which is designed to provide students with
practical experience in the study, rehearsal and performance of ensemble music. Students
are also required to take part in a chamber music group or Jazz combo with at least one
other instrument other than guitar.
Staff Mr D Malone, PTA staff
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern 2-hr guitar ensemble rehearsal, 2-hr Chamber Music rehearsal weekly (13
wks)
Prerequisites FCE222
Corequisites FCM312 for BMus (Classical or Contemporary Guitar) students
Mutual exclusions FCG150; FCG250; FCG350; FCN150/250/350
Assessment mode 2 guitar ensemble performances or recordings during semester and 2
chamber music performances or recordings. Students will be assessed on
commitment, preparation and participation in guitar ensemble (30%) and in the
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chamber music tutorial (30%); guitar esnsemble performances (20%); participaton
and performance in the chamber music group (20%). Full attendance is expected in
both ensembles.
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Voice 2A
Enrolment code: FCE313
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for BMus (Classical or Contemporary voice) students
Participation in choral ensembles as directed, to develop sight-reading facility and
blending skills for ensemble singing and develop a knowledge of vocal ensemble
repertoire. Initial development of skills in German diction for Classical singers.
Staff Profile Staff, PTA Staff
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern 1-hr diction class, 2-3 hrs rehearsal or performance weekly (13 wks)
Prerequisites FCE223
Corequisites FCM313 for BMus (Classical or Contemporary Voice) students
Mutual exclusions FCV250; FCN150/250/350
Assessment mode mid-sem written diction test (15%), end-of-sem written and oral diction
test (40%), participation at rehearsals and performances (30%), end-of-sem excerpts
test (15%) (excerpts from works performed during the semester in ensembles)
Required texts etc
For Classical singers only:
William Odum and Benno Schollum German for Singers: A Textbook of Diction and Phonetics,
Simon and Schuster, 1997
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Composition 2A
Enrolment code: FCE314
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for all BMus and DipMus composition majors
Builds on the basic skills established in FCE114. The student will demonstrate
intermediate level skills in music engraving through scores and parts prepared to an entry
level professional standard. A high attention to detail in this area is sought at this level.
Excellent development of conducting skills should be demonstrated. The student will
understand beat patterns of intermediate complexity, expressive indications and an
awareness of time management and interpersonal tact and diplomacy in rehearsal
situations.
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Further, a composer’s participation in a vocal or instrumental ensemble is expected to
remain consistent, committed and an increasing contribution to the strength of the
ensemble.
Staff Prof D Knehans, Mr R Marcellino (Coordinator), Dr M Grenfell
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern weekly 1-hr tutorial in music engraving (13 wks), conducting tutorials in
preparation for composition rehearsals and performances (as required)
Prerequisites FCE224
Corequisites FCM214
Mutual exclusions FCC250; FCN350
Assessment mode conducting: commitment, preparation and participation (15%),
performances (20%), music engraving of original compositions (including part
preparation) (50%), ensemble commitment, preparation and participation (15%)
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Orchestral Instruments 2B
Enrolment code: FCE320
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for BMus (Orchestral/Contemporary Instrument) students
The fourth of four units of ensemble studies. At this level the student may play in the
nominated ensemble more frequently than in FCE210 but still less frequently than
advanced students in order to devote more time to acquiring the skills necessary to
contribute more fully. The student should also demonstrate intermediate command over
playing in tune, in time, following the conductor/leader accurately and attempting to
blend with other instruments successfully. The student should also be forming a growing
awareness of appropriate ensemble style applicable to different musics.
Staff Dr H Monkhouse (Coordinator), Profile staff, PTA staff
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern 90-min ensemble rehearsal and 90-min sectional rehearsal weekly (13 wks)
Prerequisites FCE310
Corequisites FCM320 for BMus (orchestral or contemporary instrument) students
Mutual exclusions FCE200; FCO250; FCN150/250/350
Assessment mode orchestra or ensemble: commitment, preparation and participation (30%);
performances (30%), excerpts or improv: jury (40%)
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Keyboard 2B
Enrolment code: FCE321
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
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Special note: required unit for BMus (keyboard) students
The fourth of four units designed to establish fundamental ensemble skills in the keyboard
player. Through a weekly accompaniment class students gain basic experience of playing
with another instrumentalist, and establish reliable fundamental sight-reading and/or
chart improvisation skills. At this level the keyboardist is expected to have a intermediate
command of a wide stylistic range of music. Additionally, an emerging professionalism
with regard to learning and performing new repertoire is expected at this level. Works
with increasingly independent or virtuosic accompanimental parts are expected to be
successfully undertaken.
Staff Ms S Deng, Mrs B Sedivka, PTA Staff
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern weekly 90-min accompanying class, assigned lessons with
instrumentalists – weekly 3-hrs rehearsal (13 wks)
Corequisites FCM321 for BMus (Classical or Contemporary Keyboard) students
Mutual exclusions FCY150; FCY250; FCY350; FCN150/250/350
Assessment mode accompaniment class: commitment, preparation and participation (50%);
accompaniment performances: preparation (25%) and performance (25%)
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Guitar 2B
Enrolment code: FCE322
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for all BMus and Dip Mus Classical or Contemporary Guitar students
The fourth of four ensemble units each of which is designed to provide students with
practical experience in the study, rehearsal and performance of ensemble music. Students
also attend a 90-min performance practice class which is available in second semester only.
This class provides an opportunity for guitarists to study the development of the guitar
and its repertoire and demonstrate this knowledge by performance on the instrument. The
combined class will follow a three year cycle: (1) Pedagogical principles in studies,
technique and memorisation, (2) Pedagogical principles in popular styles, plectrum,
rhythm playing and fretboard harmony, (3) Interpretation, stylistic authenticity,
ornamentation and transcription from tablature. All study is approached through direct
application to the instrument.
Staff Mr D Malone, PTA staff
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern 2-hr guitar ensemble rehearsal, 90-min style class weekly (13 wks)
Prerequisites FCE312
Corequisites FCM322 for BMus (Classical or Contemporary Guitar) students
Mutual exclusions FCG150; FCG250; FCG350; FCN150/250/350
Assessment mode guitar ensemble: 2 guitar ensemble performances or recordings in the
semester. Students are assessed commitment, preparation and participation (30%);
guitar ensemble performances (30%); written assignment and performance of an
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approved 15-min program in performance practice (40%). Full attendance is
expected at all rehearsals.
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Voice 2B
Enrolment code: FCE323
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for BMus (Classical or Contemporary voice) students
Participation in ensembles as directed, to develop sight-reading facility and blending skills
for ensemble singing and develop a knowledge of vocal ensemble repertoire. Further
development of skills in German diction for Classical singers.
Staff Profile staff, PTA staff
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern 1-hr diction class, 2-3 hrs rehearsal or performance weekly (13 wks)
Prerequisites FCE313
Corequisites FCM323 for BMus (Classical or Contemporary Voice) students
Mutual exclusions FCV250; FCN150/250/350
Assessment mode mid-sem written diction test (15%), end-of-sem written and oral diction
test (40%), participation in rehearsals and performances (30%), end-of-sem excerpts
test (15%) (excerpts from works performed during the semester in ensembles).
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
Ensemble Studies Composition 2B
Enrolment code: FCE324
Offered: Hobart: semester 1 OR semester 2
Special note: required unit for all BMus and DipMus composition students
Builds on the basic skills established in FCE214. The student will demonstrate high level
skills in music engraving through scores and parts prepared to a professional standard.
Exacting attention to detail in this area is sought at this level. Excellent command of
conducting skills should be demonstrated. The student will understand beat patterns of
advanced complexity, communicative and subtle expressive indications and an acute
awareness of all aspects of rehearsal technique. Further, a composer’s participation in a
vocal or instrumental ensemble is expected to remain consistent, committed and an
increasing contribution to the strength of the ensemble.
Staff Prof D Knehans, Mr R Marcellino (Coordinator), Dr M Grenfell
Unit weight 12.5%
Teaching pattern weekly 1-hr tutorial in music engraving (13 wks) and conducting tutorials
in preparation for composition rehearsals and performances (as required)
Prerequisites FCE314
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FCE Unit Details as at 13th June, 2002
Corequisites FCM324
Mutual exclusions FCC350; FCN 350
Assessment mode conducting: commitment, preparation and participation (15%),
performances (20%), music engraving of original compositions (including part
preparation) (50%), ensemble commitment, preparation and participation (15%)
Courses [F3H]
Faculty website <http://www.arts.utas.edu.au/>
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