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CPNO1604: Practical Keyboard Skills 2
2026 unit information
This unit builds on the skills developed in CPNO1603 and further strengthens keyboard playing skills. Focus areas include scales, sight reading, transposition, score reading, and improvisation. Students will also continue to have the opportunity to select and develop a piece of their own choice over the course of the semester.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Performance |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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ACCP1603 or CPNO1603 |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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None |
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. develop strategies to improve sight-reading accuracy under different musical contexts
- LO2. identify, interpret, and apply various rhythmic values with precision, refining the ability to translate complex rhythms into performance with clear articulation and timing
- LO3. investigate and experiment with different fingering strategies, adapting them to suit individual hand size, playing style, and musical context
- LO4. improve hand coordination and synchronize movements while using proper pedalling techniques for a smoother, clearer performance
- LO5. prepare and present a work-in-progress piece, applying lecturer feedback to improve technique, musical expression, and overall performance
Unit availability
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Semester 1 2025
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Normal day | Sydney | |
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Semester 2 2025
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Normal day | Sydney |
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Semester 1 2026
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Normal day | Sydney |
Outline unavailable
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Semester 2 2026
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Normal day | Sydney |
Outline unavailable
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Modes of attendance (MoA)
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Important enrolment information
Additional advice
Must have keyboard skills (up to at least an AMEB 4th grade level) and reasonable music reading skills.