Unit 23 Performance Techniques

Miskin Music Assignment T4.1

Btec Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music

Assignment Cover Sheet Assignment Reference: BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Brief IV’d By: Antony Cochrane Title: Performance Techniques PASSED/RETURNED 24/08/15 Units: Unit 23: Music Performance Techniques (All grading criteria) Timing within Course: Year 2, Term 1 Date Set: 15th September 2015 Submission Deadline: Ensemble Performance: 23rd October 2015 Solo Performance: 5th November 2015 Diary (word document to be uploaded to dropbox): 9th November 2015 Special Considerations: Independent Study is essential. Resources: Access to internet, manuscript, instruments, rehearsal space, performance space Tutors in charge of Assignment: David Mackinnon Relevant Departmental Notes: Assessment throughout this course is essentially formative, company members can re-visit criteria to arrive at their final assessment grades.

Evidence: This will be in the form of written diary, director observation and video recordings



Grading Criteria: Pass, Merit or Distinction are attainable English and Maths: This project will include functional skills in English and Maths. Please bear in mind your industry requires eloquent use of English and accurate use of figures, to which end, the continuing development of these skills are firmly embedded inside all your work. Note on copyright and plagiarism: This process will require independent research. Copying from the internet and additional sources is not appropriate and violates copyright and will be classed as plagiarism unless fully annotated and credited. You must make your work your own. We need to see that you have an understanding of the areas that you have researched. Copying work directly from ANY source will not be tolerated. If you quote ANY existing material you must put it in quotation marks and in brackets, attribute the source / author. For example: “Copying is cheating” (Robbie McGovan, 2012, Miskin Theatre)

Unit 23 Music Performance Techniques On completion of this process a learner should:

1. Know effective instrumental or vocal technique through a structured practice routine 2. Be able to apply effective instrumental or vocal technique in solo performance 3. Be able to apply effective instrumental or vocal technique in group performance

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music Practice



The Brief Rehearsing for Solo Performance Unit 23 Music Performance Techniques During the rehearsal period for your solo and ensemble performances you will work on ways to improve your performance techniques, these include the accuracy, fluency, and dexterity of your voice or instrument. These things plus the tone, timing and rhythmic control of your playing must be self-assessed and a plan in place to improve (GC1), a record of which will be logged in your Project Diary. You will perform as part of an ensemble for the “fresher’s” gig (GC3). At the end of the process you will be asked to perform three contrasting solo pieces in front of your peers in the venue (GC2). This your opportunity to show your technical ability in a way that will be expected of you for university or employment auditions, but also a good point of reference should you need to refine your rehearsal strategy to improve for future performances. During a group session there will be ‘initial assessment’ where you will consider your personal technical, physical and mental skills and how they affect your performance as a musician (use the attached sheet).



Tasks

TASK 1: With notes from the relevant sessions, assess your technical, physical and mental ability. Set at least two SMART targets with strategies to help you improve. Keep a diary with a weekly heading “List all the things you practiced and rehearsed this week to help improve your technique.” (Unit 23 GC1)

Task 2: Prepare and perform at least 2 songs for the “fresher’s” gig as part of an ensemble (Unit 23 GC3)

TASK 3: Prepare and perform two contrasting solo pieces, applying the techniques you have considered. (Unit 23 GC2)

Evidence: Project Diary, Video and Observation Submission Dates: Ensemble Performance: 23rd October 2015 Solo Performance: 5th November 2015 Diary (word document to be uploaded to dropbox): 9th November 2015 Qualification: BTEC Level 3 Extende Diploma in Music Name:



Project: Solo Performance Unit Title: 23 Music performance Techniques All Grading Criteria Initials: DM I.V. Date:

To achieve a pass grade the evidence must show the learner is able to:

To achieve a merit grade the evidence must show the learner is able to:

To achieve a distinction grade the evidence must show the learner is able to:

Evidence:

P1 Identify an effective strategy for technical improvement through a structured practice routine

M1 describe and use an effective strategy for technical improvement through a structured practice routine

D1 explain an effective strategy for technical improvement through a structured practice routine

Project Diary (word document)

P2 perform as a soloist competently with minor technical errors that do not detract from the overall performance

M2 perform as a soloist showing confidence and technical competence

D2 perform as a soloist, with technical skill, confidence, musicality and a sense of interpretive style

Video, Observation

P3 perform an individual part as a member of a group with minor technical errors that do not detract from the overall performance

M3 perform an individual part as a member of a group, with technical competence and confidence

D3 perform an individual part as a member of a group, showing technical skill, confidence, a sense of ensemble and interpretive style.

Video, Observation



Initial assessment Consider your personal technical, physical and mental skills and how they affect your performance as a musician (use the chart below). An Overview of My Technical Skills: Rhythmic accuracy; technical security; dynamic control; intonation; articulation; knowledge of chords An Overview of My Physical Skills: Stamina; exercise; posture; breathing; healthy eating; knowledge of injury An Overview of My Mental Skills: Resilience; relaxation; concentration; enjoyment; confidence; determination; positive thinking From this you can form a strategy to improve specific shortcomings. You must set yourself at least two SMART targets:

SMART Target Plan: MY 1st GOAL Specific: What specifically will I achieve? Measurable: How will I measure it? Achievable: What steps do I need to succeed? Relevant: Will this help my overall playing in the long run? Time: When will I achieve it? Other Considerations:



SMART Target Plan: MY 2st GOAL Specific: What specifically will I achieve? Measurable: How will I measure it? Achievable: What steps do I need to succeed? Relevant: Will this help my overall playing in the long run? Time: When will I achieve it? Other Considerations:

Documents

Unit 23 Performance Techniques