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SECTION 3: PERFORMING (cont’d)

10. discuss music performed in a viva voce;

11. differentiate between acoustics and sound control;

12. exhibit ensemble skills;

13. perform from scores or other visual representations; and,

14. discuss and comment on related careers that utilise performing skills.

CONTENT

1 - 4. Technical Competence when Performing

(a) Correct and appropriate posture for instrument presented in solo and ensemble
performances.

(b) Hold and set instrument correctly; correct breathing techniques; correct playing
techniques; play with acceptable embouchure on wind and percussion instruments.

(c) Sing with correct intonation, diction and enunciation of words.

(d) Manipulate instrument with mastery and confidence appropriate to levels of
foundation, intermediate or advanced levels.

(e) Play technical studies to overcome areas of difficulty or showcase dexterity at the
appropriate level of performance:

(i) play major and minor scales and arpeggios in the same keys as pieces
performed;

(ii) play scales, arpeggios and technical studies with accuracy and fluency; and,

(iii) memorise technical studies, scales and arpeggios.

(f) Perform selected rehearsed pieces from musical scores or other visual representations:

(i) play rehearsed pieces with fluency and accuracy; and,

(ii) play with appropriate interpretation of musical style and musical expression.

(g) Special reinforcement of the expressive elements; for example, appropriate tempo and
dynamics.

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