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Units VSAO5631 Semester 1 2020 [Normal day]

Unit of study_

VSAO5631: Opera Repertoire 1

Semester 1, 2020 [Normal day] - Sydney

Overview

Students work for one hour per week individually with a vocal coach and for two hours in ensemble class as scheduled, enabling them to explore and refine their learning of the repertoire prepared for aspects of coursework including mainstage productions, performances of solo and audition repertoire, masterclasses and internal and external concerts. These units impart to students the wide range of skills needed to successfully bring their participation in an opera production from the first day of music rehearsal to a successful performance outcome. Students develop the skills to work effectively with coaches and repetiteurs, and to understand the function of coaching within an opera company, becoming in the process independent learners.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	VSAO5631
Academic unit
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	None
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	None
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Stephen Mould, stephen.mould@sydney.edu.au
Tutor(s)	Stephen Mould, stephen.mould@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Participation	Coaching teacher assessment n/a	40%	-	n/a
Outcomes assessed:
Participation	Ensemble class n/a	40%	-	n/a
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Repertoire book n/a	20%	-	n/a
Outcomes assessed:

Assessment summary

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100
Distinction	75 - 84
Credit	65 - 74
Pass	50 - 64
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

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.

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.

Learning support

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.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Introduction, discussion of semester and assignment of repertoire.	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 02	SOS (Sydney Operatic Society) /SUSO (Sydney University Symphony Orchestra) repertoire.	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 03	SOS/SUSO repertoire.	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 04	SOS repertoire; Lortzing, Die Opernprobe.	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 05	SOC repertoire; Lortzing, Die Opernprobe.	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 06	SOS/SUSO repertoire; Lortzing, Die Opernprobe	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 07	SOC/SUSO repertoire; Lortzing, Die Opernprobe.	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 08	SOC/SUSO repertoire; Lortzing, Die Opernprobe.	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 09	Dress rehearsal for SOS concert.	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 10	Special projects week.	Tutorial (16 hr)
Week 11	1. Rehearsal with SUSO 1; 2. Opera School Lunchtime Concert; 3. Afternoon class: TBA	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 12	1. Rehearsal with SUSO 2; Piano dress rehearsal for Gala Concert SUSO.	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 13	Sing-through of Semester 2 opera.	Tutorial (2 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance: Students are expected to attend a minimum of 90% of timetabled activities for a unit of study, unless granted exemption by the Dean, Head of School or professor most concerned. The Dean, Head of School or professor most concerned may determine that a student fails a unit of study because of inadequate attendance. Alternatively, at their discretion, they may set additional assessment items where attendance is lower than 90%.

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 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes

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.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

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

LO1. acquire the tools to effectively prepare and learn repertoire
LO2. learn to interact with coaches and contextualize the learning environment
LO3. acquire musical, stylistic and vocal characterization skills
LO4. develop a study plan and learn to prioritise individual learning objectives
LO5. gain independence and self-reflective awareness in all aspects of the learning process.

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
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

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

No changes have been made since this unit was last offered.

Additional information

Sydney Operatic Society: Saturday, May 2nd, venue – Uniting Church, North Willoughby, 10-12 Clanwilliam Street. All students need to be in attendance at 13.00. Concert – 1400-16.30.
Special Projects Week: It is mandatory for all students to attend and the schedule is provided below:

4 May: 1830 – 2130 MWS Rehearsal LORTZING
5 May: 1830 – 2130 MWS Rehearsal LORTZING
6 May: 1830 – 2130 MWS Rehearsal LORTZING
7 May: 1000 – 1400 MWS Rehearsal LORTZING
8 May: 1600 – 2200 MWS Dress Rehearsal, and Performance LORTZING 1900 TBC.

Rehearsal with SUSO 1: 11 May 1800-2100, Venue: Old School Building, Darlinghurst.
Opera School Lunchtime Concert: 14 May (12.30), Rehearsal from 12.30 in Verbrugghen Hall.
Rehearsal with SUSO 2: 18 May,1800-2100, Venue: Old School Building, Darlinghurst.
Rehearsal with SUSO 3: 23 May, 18.30-21.20, Venue: Verbrugghen Hall, SCM. Full student availability required.
Concert with SUSO: 23 May, 18.30-21.30, Venue: Verbrugghen Hall, SCM. All students need to be available from 1800.

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Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

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Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

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