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CMPN3000: Composer Performer Workshop 1

Semester 2, 2022 [Normal day] - Sydney

The Composer Performer Workshop provides both composers and performers with the opportunity to work together in the performance of new and experimental works.

Unit details and rules

Unit code CMPN3000
Academic unit Composition and Music Technology
Credit points 3
Prohibitions
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None
Prerequisites
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None
Corequisites
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None
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator Damien Ricketson, damien.ricketson@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Assignment group assignment Ensemble work
Composition, performance and recording. See canvas for details.
50% Formal exam period 3-5min per piece
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Participation Composers & performers: In-class participation
Demonstrated commitment and engagement.
30% Ongoing Continuous throughout the semester.
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO4 LO3 LO2
Presentation Solo work
Performer presentations and creation of solo work. See canvas for details
20% Week 05 See Canvas
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO5 LO4 LO3 LO2
group assignment = group assignment ?

Assessment summary

Composers and performers collaborate in the creation of original solo and ensemble works. Please note that composer and performers have different roles and assessable tasks.

SOLO WORK

Instrument presentation & workshop performance (performers, 20%)

Solo work (composers, 20%)

ENSEMBLE WORK

Group mark: performance/recording of original compositions (30%)

Individual mark: performance (performers), submission of score (composers) (20%)

IN-CLASS PARTICIPATION

Continuous (30%)

See Canvas site for details and criteria

Assessment criteria

The following assessment criteria are used for performance work in this unit of study:

Result name

Mark range

Description

High distinction

85 - 100

Comprehensive and outstanding technical control and musical integrity in relation to developmental expectations. Musical individuality consistently projected to create a persuasive personal representation of the work. Performance flair indicative of soloist standard. A mark of 95 or above indicates extraordinary technical virtuosity and musical artistry.

Distinction

75 - 84

Excellent technical, musical and stylistic achievement. Consistently coherent and expressive performance. Some personal interpretation of the work suggesting soloist potential. 

Credit

65 - 74

Confident technique with evidence of solid musicality and some stylistic achievement. Occasional lapses indicative of unresolved technical, artistic and/or stylistic issues. Projects potential for further development.

Pass

50 - 64

Satisfactory level of preparation and musical engagement. Some inconsistencies in musicianship, style and/or technique. Musical imagination and overall performance sense developing though some insecurity in this area.

Fail

0 - 49

Unsatisfactory technical achievement and/or unsatisfactory level of musical and artistic engagement. Limitations may be of such a scale and consistency as to call into question the student’s future direction in the programme.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

Submission of late work impacts others in your group. Inability to meet deadlines may impact your mark in areas such as the participation 'professionalism' criteria.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website  provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.  

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

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WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Week 01 ONLINE: Introduction & overview; Assessment & expectations; Effective collaboration; Establishing groups; Personal introductions. Seminar (2 hr) LO1 LO3
Week 03 IN-CLASS: Performer presentations Presentation (2 hr) LO4
Week 05 IN-CLASS: Performer solo work presentations Presentation (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
Week 06 IN-CLASS: Creative play Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 07 IN-CLASS: Creative play/workshop Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 09 IN-CLASS: Workshop (draft ensemble work) Workshop (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 11 IN-CLASS: Rehearsal of ensemble works Rehearsal (2 hr) LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 12 IN-CLASS: Rehearsal Rehearsal (2 hr) LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 13 IN-CLASS: Ensemble recordings Performance (2 hr) LO5

Attendance and class requirements

  • Attendance: Full (100 per cent) and punctual attendance is a requirement in all activities where students have a role as active participants in the class or activity. Active participation includes
    situations where the student’s contribution is to perform, rehearse or direct rehearsals in a small or large ensemble, or to give seminar and tutorial papers or presentations or undertake assessment tasks. Active participation also includes all one-to-one studio teaching and supervision. Except in cases of illness or misadventure, failure to attend activities or classes where a student is an active participant will be seen as failure to meet the requirements of the unit of study.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 3 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 60-75 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. Identify creative processes to conceptualise, develop and deliver new musical work.
  • LO2. Apply knowledge of instrumental techniques and collaborative ensemble performance practice to original compositions as they are developed.
  • LO3. Work collaboratively with other musicians and composers.
  • LO4. Communicate effectively about artistic concepts, instrumental techniques and creative development strategies.
  • LO5. Demonstrate skills relating to the presentation and recording of new compositions.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

This UoS has been substantially reworked in structure since it ran previously.

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