CUSMPF11A: Perform music as part of a group

This unit covers the performance skills required to perform for an audience as part of a group.

Secure an appropriate space where warm up can be undertaken without distraction to the group or others
Check instrument and other necessary materials required to ensure readiness for performance to agreed timeframe
Undertake sufficient private practice to present a professional standard of performance to the requirement of the group
Prepare accurate tuning of instrument to ensure required pitch throughout the performance and minimal interruption for further tuning
Warm up for the performance to ensure that sound production is secure before beginning the performance
Centre thoughts to focus positively on the musical performance and enhance outcomes
Relax effectively to ensure an alert and confident performance
Use techniques for overcoming performance anxiety if and when required

Channel energy positively to support own and others' performance
Maintain concentration and focus throughout the performance
Respond effectively and with empathy to other performers and to the music making process throughout the performance
Meet the technical requirements of the music and the staging requirements of the performance
Communicate the interpretive requirements of the performance
Adjust performance to the scale and nature of the venue and the work throughout the performance as required in collaboration with the group
Monitor instrument tuning and adjust appropriately during the course of the performance with minimal interruption to the flow of the work
Use a performing style that is appropriate to the context of the music and the performance
Respond flexibly and effectively to contingencies to maintain the integrity of the performance
Interact considerately and constructively with stage management and all other artistic, venue, studio and organisational staff as required to enhance performance outcomes

Respond promptly and effectively to musical, stage or studio direction
Sustain the musical line and/or harmony in ensemble as required by the style and context of the performance
Demonstrate balance in dynamics and style with other players
Demonstrate musical expression in empathy with other players
Accurately perform music entries and exits consistent with the style of music and as agreed with other players
Maintain effective artistic and technical communication at all times with musical director and/or musical group

Contribute appropriately and effectively to the requirements of performing group and the particular context
Take and give cues reliably, promptly, accurately and sensitively to ensure a cohesive performance
Synchronise own playing with other performers and maintain accuracy in own musical entries and exits throughout the performance
Support other performers where and as required or appropriate
Demonstrate respect for other performers' work using positive and constructive communication in verbal and body language
Contribute constructively to the dynamics of the group to ensure best performance outcome

Listen critically to own and others performance and adjust playing as necessary to achieve the required sound
Assess own performance for its success in achieving the assessment and respond constructively to advice received
Measure the performance collaboratively against previous work to assess technical and artistic development
Identify and discuss weaknesses and errors in the performance and collaboratively identify remedies for improvement in the ensemble
Assess feedback and criticism collaboratively and adjust future work where appropriate

Identify technical strengths and weaknesses for possible professional development focus
Evaluate repertoire choice and programming to determine suitability for the group's technical standard and style as well as the overall musical balance in the program
Collaboratively and constructively assess the role of individual performers for ensemble balance and for future performance possibilities
Constructively evaluate the group's stage presentation, posture, dress and movement individually and collectively and determine possible improvements
Analyse audience reaction to determine ways in which communication with the audience can be improved or special audience needs can be met more effectively

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