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Brass Principal Study

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Brass Principal Study

Horn

BRSS1601 Horn 1

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: David Thompson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one hour lessons/semester and performance workshop/wk Assessment: Teacher Grade (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Students will explore repertoire appropriate to their individual development. There will be an emphasis on the development of technical skills and musical expression. Students will gain experience in performance and presentation through the performance workshop where they will also learn from reflecting on their own and their peers' work. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate musical and technical skills that will prepare their instrumental studies at higher levels.
BRSS1602 Horn 2

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: David Thompson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one hour lessons/semester and performance workshops/week Prerequisites: BRSS1601 Assessment: Jury exam assessed by Panel of 10-15 minutes (instrument specific) Teacher Grade (50%). Panel Grade (50%). Students must pass both assessment components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students will develop an approach to repertoire choice and development that will support their technical development. This semester focuses on the technical development with the aim of improving musical expression through their repertoire choice. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate sound musical and technical skills that will underpin their instrumental studies at higher levels.
BRSS2603 Horn 3

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: David Thompson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: B Mus: 13 one hour lessons/semester and performance workshop/week; B Mus Studies/B Mus Ed: 9 one hour lessons and 3 master classes/semester and performance workshop/week Prerequisites: BRSS1602 Assessment: Teacher Grade (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
In this unit students will negotiate with their teacher a programme of study that will support their musical development. Students work in close collaboration with each other and gain experience of peer learning and creative expression through performance workshops. They will have opportunities to perform in performance workshop and develop their performance analytic skill through critique of peers in the class. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate technical competence, fluency and some interpretative distinctiveness.
BRSS2604 Horn 4

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: David Thompson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: B Mus: 13 one hour lessons/semester and performance workshop/week; B Mus Studies/B Mus Ed: 9 one hour lessons and 3 master classes/semester and performance workshop/week Prerequisites: BRSS2603 Assessment: Jury/qualifying exam assessed by panel 15-25 minutes BMus 25 mins; BMusStud & BMus MusED 15 mins, Teacher Grade (20%), Panel (80%). Students must pass both assessment components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students at this level will be working closely with their teachers to prepare performance for jury assessment. They will gain experience in preparing for a sustained performance and further develop their critical capacities in performance workshop. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform with sound technical competence, fluency and some interpretative distinctiveness.
BRSS2703 Horn 3 (Advanced)

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: David Thompson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 12 one hour unit-specific performance class/week and/or unit-specific masterclasses and/or concerts. Prerequisites: BRSS1602 Corequisites: BRSS2603 Assessment: Practice journal, performance journal including proposal for junior level recital; presentations, performances and/or other participation in unit classes as required. (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is open only to DipMus students.
In this unit students should develop critical analysis and writing skills through the construction of a performance journal. They will undertake some project-based assignments, participate in master classes and attend concerts to develop their breadth of understanding of concert and practice protocols. The unit involves participation in one-hour seminars where they have the opportunity to explore instrumental performance practices in depth with other students. Advanced Principal Study allocates advanced practice time for students to prepare final programs. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrably connect analytical, harmonic, stylistic, technical, interpretive and musical awareness to the preparation of their specific repertoire.
BRSS2704 Horn 4 (Advanced)

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: David Thompson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 12 one hour unit-specific performance class/week and/or unit-specific masterclasses and/or concerts. Prerequisites: BRSS2703 Corequisites: BRSS2604 Assessment: Practice and performance journal of junior recital preparation, presentations, performances and/or other participation in unit classes as required. (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is open only to DipMus students.
In this unit students should continue to develop critical analysis and writing skills through the construction of a performance journal. They will undertake some project-based assignments, participate in master classes and attend concerts to develop their breadth of understanding of concert and practice protocols. Advanced Principal Study allocates advanced practice time for students to prepare final programs. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform a public recital demonstrating analytical, harmonic, stylistic, technical, interpretive and musical awareness in their specific recital repertoire.
BRSS3605 Horn 5

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: David Thompson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 9 one hour lessons, 3 master classes/semester and performance workshop/week Prerequisites: BRSS2604 Prohibitions: BRSS3205 Assessment: Teacher Grade (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students in this unit will continue to refine their instrumental foundation, build musical and artistic skills and the attributes essential to a flexible and broad engagement with musical performance. They will attend individual lessons, performance workshop. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate progress in technical achievement, awareness of stylistic diversity, and a sense of their individual creativity.
BRSS3606 Horn 6

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: David Thompson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 9 one hour lessons and 3 master classes/semester and performance workshop/week Prerequisites: BRSS3605 Prohibitions: BRSS3206 Assessment: Jury exam assessed by panel (20 minutes). Teacher Grade (20%) Panel Grade (80%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This semester will involve an early discussion with the teacher regarding the programme and the suitability of repertoire for the student's individual presentation. They will be supported through opportunities to present aspects of their recital work during performance workshop. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform with sound technical facility, awareness of stylistic diversity, and a sense of their individual creativity.
BRSS3205 Horn 5 (Extended)

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: David Thompson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one to one lessons/semester 2 hours/week of performance workshop or unit specific classes. Prerequisites: BRSS2604 Prohibitions: BRSS3605 Assessment: Teacher grade (50%), Unit assessment including at least 2 performances at Performance Workshop (50%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students in this unit will continue to refine their instrumental foundation, build musical and artistic skills and the attributes essential to a flexible and broad engagement with musical performance. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate progress in technical achievement, awareness of stylistic diversity, and a sense of their individual creativity.
BRSS3206 Horn 6 (Extended)

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: David Thompson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one to one lessons/semester, 2 hours/week of performance workshop or unit specific classes, including at least 2 performances in the Performance Workshop. Prerequisites: BRSS3205 or BRSS3605 Prohibitions: BRSS3606 Assessment: Teacher grade (20%), Public recital at junior level by panel (40 mins) (80%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: ACCP3611/3612/3613 Recital Preparation 1, 2 or 3 must be taken by students who wish to use Faculty Accompaniment staff for their public recital.
This semester will involve an early discussion with the teacher regarding the programme and the suitability of repertoire for the student's individual presentation. Students will be supported through opportunities to present aspects of their recital work during performance workshop. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform a public recital demonstrating sound analytical, harmonic, stylistic, technical, interpretive and musical awareness in their specific recital repertoire.
BRSS4207 Horn 7 (Extended)

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: David Thompson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one to one lessons/semester, 2 hours/week of performance workshop or unit specific classes. Prerequisites: BRSS3206 or BRSS3606 Assessment: Teacher grade (50%), Unit grade including at least 2 performances at Performance Workshop (50%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit comes prior to the final recital requirements of Principal Study 8. Students should use this unit to reflect on previous instrumental strengths and weaknesses, determine a recital programme that will enable them to demonstrate their musical proficiency, creativity, artistry and mastery of their instrument/voice and specific musical genres. Students work in close relation to their teachers and participate in performance workshop. On completion of this unit the students should be able to perform with considerable technical facility, awareness of stylistic diversity, and a sense of their individual creativity.
BRSS4208 Horn 8 (Extended)

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: David Thompson Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one to one lessons/semester 2 hours/week of performance workshop or unit specific classes, including at least 2 performances in the Performance Workshop. Prerequisites: BRSS4207 Assessment: Public recital at a senior level assessed by panel (50 mins) (80%), Teacher grade (20%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: ACCP3611/3612/3613 Recital Preparation 1, 2 or 3 must be taken by students who wish to use Faculty Accompaniment staff for their public recital.
In this unit, students prepare for their final recital programme. Students will present a public senior recital that will be assessed by a panel. They will undertake individual lessons that will focus on their artistic and technical performance preparation. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform a public recital with high levels of musical and interpretive awareness, technical facility, an interest and involvement in the art form, and a display of flair, creativity and empathy with other performers.

Trombone and Bass Trombone

BRSS1611 Trombone 1

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Scott Kinmont Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one hour lessons/semester and performance workshops/week Assessment: Teacher Grade (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Students will explore repertoire appropriate to their individual development. There will be an emphasis on the development of technical skills and musical expression. Students will gain experience in performance and presentation through the performance workshop where they will also learn from reflecting on their own and their peers' work. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate musical and technical skills that will prepare their instrumental studies at higher levels.
BRSS1612 Trombone 2

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Scott Kinmont Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one hour lessons/semester and performance workshops/week Prerequisites: BRSS1611 Assessment: Jury exam assessed by Panel of 10-15 minutes (instrument specific) Teacher Grade (50%). Panel Grade (50%). Students must pass all assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students will develop an approach to repertoire choice and development that will support their technical development. This semester focuses on the technical development with the aim of improving musical expression through their repertoire choice. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate sound musical and technical skills that will underpin their instrumental studies at higher levels.
BRSS2613 Trombone 3

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Scott Kinmont Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: B Mus: 13 one hour lessons/semester and performance workshop/week; B Mus Studies/B Mus Ed: 9 one hour lessons and 3 master classes/semester and performance workshop/week Prerequisites: BRSS1612 Assessment: Teacher Grade (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
In this unit students will negotiate with their teacher a programme of study that will support their musical development. Students work in close collaboration with each other and gain experience of peer learning and creative expression through performance workshops. They will have opportunities to perform in performance workshop and develop their performance analytic skill through critique of peers in the class. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate technical competence, fluency and some interpretative distinctiveness.
BRSS2614 Trombone 4

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Scott Kinmont Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: B Mus: 13 one hour lessons/semester and performance workshop/week; B Mus Studies/B Mus Ed: 9 one hour lessons and 3 master classes/semester and performance workshop/week Prerequisites: BRSS2613 Assessment: Jury/qualifying exam assessed by panel 15-25 minutes BMus 25 mins; BMusStud & BMus MusED 15 mins, Teacher Grade (20%), Panel (80%). Students must pass all assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students at this level will be working closely with their teachers to prepare performance for jury assessment. They will gain experience in preparing for a sustained performance and further develop their critical capacities in performance workshop. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform with sound technical competence, fluency and some interpretative distinctiveness.
BRSS2713 Trombone 3 (Advanced)

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Scott Kinmont Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 12 one hour unit-specific performance class/week and/or unit-specific masterclasses and/or concerts. Prerequisites: BRSS1612 Corequisites: BRSS2613 Assessment: Practice journal, performance journal including proposal for junior level recital; presentations, performances and/or other participation in unit classes as required. (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is open only to DipMus students.
In this unit students should develop critical analysis and writing skills through the construction of a performance journal. They will undertake some project-based assignments, participate in master classes and attend concerts to develop their breadth of understanding of concert and practice protocols. The unit involves participation in one-hour seminars where they have the opportunity to explore instrumental performance practices in depth with other students. Advanced Principal Study allocates advanced practice time for students to prepare final programs. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrably connect analytical, harmonic, stylistic, technical, interpretive and musical awareness to the preparation of their specific repertoire.
BRSS2714 Trombone 4 (Advanced)

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Scott Kinmont Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 12 one hour unit-specific performance class/week and/or unit-specific masterclasses and/or concerts. Prerequisites: BRSS2713 Corequisites: BRSS2614 Assessment: Practice and performance journal of junior recital preparation; presentations, performances and/or other participation in unit classes as required. (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is open only to DipMus students.
In this unit students should continue to develop critical analysis and writing skills through the construction of a performance journal. They will undertake some project-based assignments, participate in master classes and attend concerts to develop their breadth of understanding of concert and practice protocols. Advanced Principal Study allocates advanced practice time for students to prepare final programs. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform a public recital demonstrating analytical, harmonic, stylistic, technical, interpretive and musical awareness in their specific recital repertoire.
BRSS3615 Trombone 5

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Scott Kinmont Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 9 one hour lessons and 3 master classes/semester and performance workshop/week Prerequisites: BRSS2614 Prohibitions: BRSS3215 Assessment: Teacher Grade (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students in this unit will continue to refine their instrumental foundation, build musical and artistic skills and the attributes essential to a flexible and broad engagement with musical performance. They will attend individual lessons, performance workshop. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate progress in technical achievement, awareness of stylistic diversity, and a sense of their individual creativity.
BRSS3616 Trombone 6

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Scott Kinmont Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 9 one hour lessons and 3 master classes/semester and performance workshop/week Prerequisites: BRSS3615 Prohibitions: BRSS3216 Assessment: Jury exam assessed by panel (20 minutes). Teacher Grade (20%) Panel Grade (80%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This semester will involve an early discussion with the teacher regarding the programme and the suitability of repertoire for the student's individual presentation. They will be supported through opportunities to present aspects of their recital work during performance workshop. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform with sound technical facility, awareness of stylistic diversity, and a sense of their individual creativity.
BRSS3215 Trombone 5 (Extended)

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Scott Kinmont Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one to one lessons/semester, 2 hours/week of performance workshop or unit specific classes. Prerequisites: BRSS2614 Prohibitions: BRSS3615 Assessment: Teacher grade (50%), Unit assessment including at least 2 performances at Performance Workshop (50%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students in this unit will continue to refine their instrumental foundation, build musical and artistic skills and the attributes essential to a flexible and broad engagement with musical performance. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate progress in technical achievement, awareness of stylistic diversity, and a sense of their individual creativity.
BRSS3216 Trombone 6 (Extended)

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Scott Kinmont Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one to one lessons/semester, 2 hours/week of performance workshop or unit specific classes, including at least 2 performances in the Performance Workshop. Prerequisites: BRSS3215 or BRSS3615 Prohibitions: BRSS3616 Assessment: Public recital at junior level assessed by panel (40 mins) (80%), Teacher Grade (20%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: ACCP3611/3612/3613 Recital Preparation 1, 2 or 3 must be taken by students who wish to use Faculty Accompaniment staff for their public recital.
This semester will involve an early discussion with the teacher regarding the programme and the suitability of repertoire for the student's individual presentation. Students will be supported through opportunities to present aspects of their recital work during performance workshop. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform a public recital demonstrating sound analytical, harmonic, stylistic, technical, interpretive and musical awareness in their specific recital repertoire.
BRSS4217 Trombone 7 (Extended)

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Scott Kinmont Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one to one lessons/semester, 2 hours/week of performance workshop or unit specific classes Prerequisites: BRSS3216 Assessment: Teacher grade (50%), Unit assessment including at least 2 performances at Performance Workshop (50%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit comes prior to the final recital requirements of Principal Study 8. Students should use this unit to reflect on previous instrumental strengths and weaknesses, determine a recital programme that will enable them to demonstrate their musical proficiency, creativity, artistry and mastery of their instrument/voice and specific musical genres. Students work in close relation to their teachers and participate in performance workshop. On completion of this unit the students should be able to perform with considerable technical facility, awareness of stylistic diversity, and a sense of their individual creativity.
BRSS4218 Trombone 8 (Extended)

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Scott Kinmont Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one to one lessons/semester, 2 hours/week of performance workshop or unit specific classes, including at least 2 performances in the Performance Workshop. Prerequisites: BRSS4217 Assessment: Public recital at senior level assessed by panel (50 mins) (80%), Teacher grade (20%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: ACCP3611/3612/3613 Recital Preparation 1, 2 or 3 must be taken by students who wish to use Faculty Accompaniment staff for their public recital.
In this unit, students prepare for their final recital programme. Students will present a public senior recital that will be assessed by a panel. They will undertake individual lessons that will focus on their artistic and technical performance preparation. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform a public recital with high levels of musical and interpretive awareness, technical facility, an interest and involvement in the art form, and a display of flair, creativity and empathy with other performers.

Trumpet

BRSS1621 Trumpet 1

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Evans Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one hour lessons/semester and performance workshops/week Assessment: Teacher Grade (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Students will explore repertoire appropriate to their individual development. There will be an emphasis on the development of technical skills and musical expression. Students will gain experience in performance and presentation through the performance workshop where they will also learn from reflecting on their own and their peers' work. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate musical and technical skills that will prepare their instrumental studies at higher levels.
BRSS1622 Trumpet 2

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Evans Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one hour lessons/semester and performance workshops/week Prerequisites: BRSS1621 Assessment: Jury exam assessed by Panel of 10-15 minutes (instrument specific) Teacher Grade (50%). Panel Grade (50%). Students must pass both assessment components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students will develop an approach to repertoire choice and development that will support their technical development. This semester focuses on the technical development with the aim of improving musical expression through their repertoire choice. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate sound musical and technical skills that will underpin their instrumental studies at higher levels.
BRSS2623 Trumpet 3

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Evans Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: B Mus: 13 one hour lessons/semester and performance workshop/week; B Mus Studies/B Mus Ed: 9 one hour lessons and 3 master classes/semester and performance workshop/week Prerequisites: BRSS1622 Assessment: Teacher Grade (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
In this unit students will negotiate with their teacher a programme of study that will support their musical development. Students work in close collaboration with each other and gain experience of peer learning and creative expression through performance workshops. They will have opportunities to perform in performance workshop and develop their performance analytic skill through critique of peers in the class. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate technical competence, fluency and some interpretative distinctiveness.
BRSS2624 Trumpet 4

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Evans Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: B Mus: 13 one hour lessons/semester and performance workshop/week; B Mus Studies/B Mus Ed: 9 one hour lessons and 3 master classes/semester and performance workshop/week Prerequisites: BRSS2623 Assessment: Jury/qualifying exam assessed by panel 15-25 minutes BMus 25 mins; BMusStud & BMus MusED 15 mins, Teacher Grade (20%), Panel (80%). Students must pass both assessment components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students at this level will be working closely with their teachers to prepare performance for jury assessment. They will gain experience in preparing for a sustained performance and further develop their critical capacities in performance workshop. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform with sound technical competence, fluency and some interpretative distinctiveness.
BRSS2723 Trumpet 3 (Advanced)

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Evans Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 12 one hour unit-specific performance class/week and/or unit-specific masterclasses and/or concerts. Prerequisites: BRSS1622 Corequisites: BRSS2623 Assessment: Practice journal, performance journal including proposal for junior level recital; presentations, performances and/or other participation in unit classes as required. (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is open only to DipMus students.
In this unit students should develop critical analysis and writing skills through the construction of a performance journal. They will undertake some project-based assignments, participate in master classes and attend concerts to develop their breadth of understanding of concert and practice protocols. The unit involves participation in one-hour seminars where they have the opportunity to explore instrumental performance practices in depth with other students. Advanced Principal Study allocates advanced practice time for students to prepare final programs. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrably connect analytical, harmonic, stylistic, technical, interpretive and musical awareness to the preparation of their specific repertoire.
BRSS2724 Trumpet 4 (Advanced)

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Evans Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 12 one hour unit-specific performance class/week and/or unit-specific masterclasses and/or concerts. Prerequisites: BRSS2723 Corequisites: BRSS2624 Assessment: Practice and performance journal of junior recital preparation: presentations, performances and/or other participation in unit classes as required. (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is open only to DipMus students.
In this unit students should continue to develop critical analysis and writing skills through the construction of a performance journal. They will undertake some project-based assignments, participate in master classes and attend concerts to develop their breadth of understanding of concert and practice protocols. Advanced Principal Study allocates advanced practice time for students to prepare final programs. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform a public recital demonstrating analytical, harmonic, stylistic, technical, interpretive and musical awareness in their specific recital repertoire.
BRSS3625 Trumpet 5

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Evans Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 9 one hour lessons and 3 master classes/semester and performance workshop/week Prerequisites: BRSS2624 Prohibitions: BRSS3225 Assessment: Teacher Grade (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students in this unit will continue to refine their instrumental foundation, build musical and artistic skills and the attributes essential to a flexible and broad engagement with musical performance. They will attend individual lessons, performance workshop. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate progress in technical achievement, awareness of stylistic diversity, and a sense of their individual creativity.
BRSS3626 Trumpet 6

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Evans Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 9 one hour lessons and 3 master classes/semester and performance workshop/week Prerequisites: BRSS3625 Prohibitions: BRSS3226 Assessment: Jury exam assessed by panel (20 minutes). Teacher Grade (20%) Panel Grade (80%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This semester will involve an early discussion with the teacher regarding the programme and the suitability of repertoire for the student's individual presentation. They will be supported through opportunities to present aspects of their recital work during performance workshop. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform with sound technical facility, awareness of stylistic diversity, and a sense of their individual creativity.
BRSS3225 Trumpet 5 (Extended)

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Evans Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one to one lessons/semester, 2 hours/week of performance workshop or unit specific classes Prerequisites: BRSS2624 Prohibitions: BRSS3625 Assessment: Teacher grade (50%), Unit assessment including at least 2 performances at Performance Workshop (50%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students in this unit will continue to refine their instrumental foundation, build musical and artistic skills and the attributes essential to a flexible and broad engagement with musical performance. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate progress in technical achievement, awareness of stylistic diversity, and a sense of their individual creativity.
BRSS3226 Trumpet 6 (Extended)

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Evans Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one to one lessons/semester, 2 hours/week of performance workshop or unit specific classes, including at least 2 performances in the Performance Workshop. Prerequisites: BRSS3225 or BRSS3625 Prohibitions: BRSS3626 Assessment: Public recital at junior level assessed by panel (40 mins) (80%), Teacher grade (20%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: ACCP3611/3612/3613 Recital Preparation 1, 2 or 3 must be taken by students who wish to use Faculty Accompaniment staff for their public recital.
This semester will involve an early discussion with the teacher regarding the programme and the suitability of repertoire for the student's individual presentation. Students will be supported through opportunities to present aspects of their recital work during performance workshop. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform a public recital demonstrating sound analytical, harmonic, stylistic, technical, interpretive and musical awareness in their specific recital repertoire.
BRSS4227 Trumpet 7 (Extended)

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Evans Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one to one lessons/semester, 2 hours/week of performance workshop or unit specific classes Prerequisites: BRSS3226 Assessment: Teacher grade (50%), Unit assessment including at least 2 performances at Performance Workshop (50%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit comes prior to the final recital requirements of Principal Study 8. Students should use this unit to reflect on previous instrumental strengths and weaknesses, determine a recital programme that will enable them to demonstrate their musical proficiency, creativity, artistry and mastery of their instrument/voice and specific musical genres. Students work in close relation to their teachers and participate in performance workshop. On completion of this unit the students should be able to perform with considerable technical facility, awareness of stylistic diversity, and a sense of their individual creativity.
BRSS4228 Trumpet 8 (Extended)

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Evans Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one to one lessons/semester, 2 hours/week of performance workshop or unit specific classes, including at least 2 performances in the Performance Workshop. Prerequisites: BRSS4227 Assessment: Public recital at senior level assessed by panel (50 mins) (80%), Teacher grade (20%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: ACCP3611/3612/3613 Recital Preparation 1, 2 or 3 must be taken by students who wish to use Faculty Accompaniment staff for their public recital.
In this unit, students prepare for their final recital programme. Students will present a public senior recital that will be assessed by a panel. They will undertake individual lessons that will focus on their artistic and technical performance preparation. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform a public recital with high levels of musical and interpretive awareness, technical facility, an interest and involvement in the art form, and a display of flair, creativity and empathy with other performers.

Tuba

BRSS1631 Tuba 1

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Steve Rosse Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one hour lessons/semester and performance workshops/week Assessment: Teacher Grade (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Students will explore repertoire appropriate to their individual development. There will be an emphasis on the development of technical skills and musical expression. Students will gain experience in performance and presentation through the performance workshop where they will also learn from reflecting on their own and their peers' work. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate musical and technical skills that will prepare their instrumental studies at higher levels.
BRSS1632 Tuba 2

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Steve Rosse Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one hour lessons/semester and performance workshops/week Prerequisites: BRSS1631 Assessment: Jury exam assessed by Panel of 10-15 minutes (instrument specific) Teacher Grade (50%). Panel Grade (50%). Students must pass both assessment components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students will develop an approach to repertoire choice and development that will support their technical development. This semester focuses on the technical development with the aim of improving musical expression through their repertoire choice. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate sound musical and technical skills that will underpin their instrumental studies at higher levels.
BRSS2633 Tuba 3

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Steve Rosse Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: B Mus: 13 one hour lessons/semester and performance workshop/week; B Mus Studies/B Mus Ed: 9 one hour lessons and 3 master classes/semester and performance workshop/week Prerequisites: BRSS1632 Assessment: Teacher Grade (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
In this unit students will negotiate with their teacher a programme of study that will support their musical development. Students work in close collaboration with each other and gain experience of peer learning and creative expression through performance workshops. They will have opportunities to perform in performance workshop and develop their performance analytic skill through critique of peers in the class. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate technical competence, fluency and some interpretative distinctiveness.
BRSS2634 Tuba 4

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Steve Rosse Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: B Mus: 13 one hour lessons/semester and performance workshop/week; B Mus Studies/B Mus Ed: 9 one hour lessons and 3 master classes/semester and performance workshop/week Prerequisites: BRSS2633 Assessment: Jury/qualifying exam assessed by panel 15-25 minutes BMus 25 mins; BMusStud & BMus MusED 15 mins,Teacher Grade (20%), Panel (80%). Students must pass both assessment components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students at this level will be working closely with their teachers to prepare performance for jury assessment. They will gain experience in preparing for a sustained performance and further develop their critical capacities in performance workshop. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform with sound technical competence, fluency and some interpretative distinctiveness.
BRSS2733 Tuba 3 (Advanced)

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Steve Rosse Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 12 one hour unit-specific performance class/week and/or unit-specific masterclasses and/or concerts. Prerequisites: BRSS1632 Corequisites: BRSS2633 Assessment: Practice journal, performance journal including proposal for junior level recital; presentations, performances and/or other participation in unit classes as required. (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is open only to DipMus students.
In this unit students should develop critical analysis and writing skills through the construction of a performance journal. They will undertake some project-based assignments, participate in master classes and attend concerts to develop their breadth of understanding of concert and practice protocols. The unit involves participation in one-hour seminars where they have the opportunity to explore instrumental performance practices in depth with other students. Advanced Principal Study allocates advanced practice time for students to prepare final programs. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrably connect analytical, harmonic, stylistic, technical, interpretive and musical awareness to the preparation of their specific repertoire.
BRSS2734 Tuba 4 (Advanced)

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Steve Rosse Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 12 one hour unit-specific performance class/week and/or unit-specific masterclasses and/or concerts. Prerequisites: BRSS2733 Corequisites: BRSS2634 Assessment: Practice and performance journal of junior recital preparation: presentations, performances and/or other participation in unit classes as required. (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: This unit is open only to DipMus students.
In this unit students should continue to develop critical analysis and writing skills through the construction of a performance journal. They will undertake some project-based assignments, participate in master classes and attend concerts to develop their breadth of understanding of concert and practice protocols. Advanced Principal Study allocates advanced practice time for students to prepare final programs. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform a public recital demonstrating analytical, harmonic, stylistic, technical, interpretive and musical awareness in their specific recital repertoire.
BRSS3635 Tuba 5

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Steve Rosse Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 9 one hour lessons and 3 master classes/semester and performance workshop/week Prerequisites: BRSS2634 Prohibitions: BRSS3235 Assessment: Teacher Grade (100%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students in this unit will continue to refine their instrumental foundation, build musical and artistic skills and the attributes essential to a flexible and broad engagement with musical performance. They will attend individual lessons, performance workshop. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate progress in technical achievement, awareness of stylistic diversity, and a sense of their individual creativity.
BRSS3636 Tuba 6

Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Steve Rosse Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 9 one hour lessons and 3 master classes/semester and performance workshop/week Prerequisites: BRSS3635 Prohibitions: BRSS3236 Assessment: Jury exam assessed by panel (20 minutes). Teacher Grade (20%) Panel Grade (80%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This semester will involve an early discussion with the teacher regarding the programme and the suitability of repertoire for the student's individual presentation. They will be supported through opportunities to present aspects of their recital work during performance workshop. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform with sound technical facility, awareness of stylistic diversity, and a sense of their individual creativity.
BRSS3235 Tuba 5 (Extended)

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Steve Rosse Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one to one lessons/semester, 2 hours/week of performance workshop or unit specific classes Prerequisites: BRSS2634 Prohibitions: BRSS3635 Assessment: Teacher grade (50%), Unit assessment including at least 2 performances at Performance Workshop (50%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Students in this unit will continue to refine their instrumental foundation, build musical and artistic skills and the attributes essential to a flexible and broad engagement with musical performance. On completion of this unit students should be able to demonstrate progress in technical achievement, awareness of stylistic diversity, and a sense of their individual creativity.
BRSS3236 Tuba 6 (Extended)

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Steve Rosse Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one to one lessons/semester, 2 hours/week of performance workshop or unit specific classes, including at least 2 performances in the Performance Workshop. Prerequisites: BRSS3235 or BRSS3635 Prohibitions: BRSS3636 Assessment: Public recital at junior level assessed by panel (40 mins) (80%), Teacher grade (20%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: ACCP3611/3612/3613 Recital Preparation 1, 2 or 3 must be taken by students who wish to use Faculty Accompaniment staff for their public recital.
This semester will involve an early discussion with the teacher regarding the programme and the suitability of repertoire for the student's individual presentation. Students will be supported through opportunities to present aspects of their recital work during performance workshop. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform a public recital demonstrating sound analytical, harmonic, stylistic, technical, interpretive and musical awareness in their specific recital repertoire.
BRSS4237 Tuba 7 (Extended)

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Steve Rosse Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one to one lessons/semester, 2 hours/week of performance workshop or unit specific classes Prerequisites: BRSS3236 Assessment: Teacher grade (50%), Unit assessment including at least 2 performances at Performance Workshop (50%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit comes prior to the final recital requirements of Principal Study 8. Students should use this unit to reflect on previous instrumental strengths and weaknesses, determine a recital programme that will enable them to demonstrate their musical proficiency, creativity, artistry and mastery of their instrument/voice and specific musical genres. Students work in close relation to their teachers and participate in performance workshop. On completion of this unit the students should be able to perform with considerable technical facility, awareness of stylistic diversity, and a sense of their individual creativity.
BRSS4238 Tuba 8 (Extended)

Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Steve Rosse Session: Semester 1,Semester 2 Classes: 13 one to one lessons/semester, 2 hours/week of performance workshop or unit specific classes, including at least 2 performances in the Performance Workshop. Prerequisites: BRSS4237 Assessment: Public recital at senior level assessed by panel (50 mins) (80%), Teacher grade (20%). Students must pass both assessed components. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Note: ACCP3611/3612/3613 Recital Preparation 1, 2 or 3 must be taken by students who wish to use Faculty Accompaniment staff for their public recital.
In this unit, students prepare for their final recital programme. Students will present a public senior recital that will be assessed by a panel. They will undertake individual lessons that will focus on their artistic and technical performance preparation. On completion of this unit students should be able to perform a public recital with high levels of musical and interpretive awareness, technical facility, an interest and involvement in the art form, and a display of flair, creativity and empathy with other performers.