TCE Music Advanced Practical Study (UCP)

TCE Music Advanced Practical Study (Performance/Composition)

What will I learn?

This UTAS Connections course is for students who successfully completed Music Foundation Practical Study FCP113 in Year 11 and wish to continue to specialise in music performance or composition. The course requirements are the same as for Music Foundation Practical Study but with the need to perform more challenging repertoire. 

Students are not permitted to study both Music Foundation Practical Study and Music Advanced Practical Study concurrently.

Why should I consider this course?

You wish to hone your craft through enrichment experiences provided by artists and teachers, develop reliable strategies to improve performance practice, improve your communication skills as a performer or composer, and make peer / professional connections locally and beyond. You enjoy artistic collaboration with other musicians using music industry standard equipment and facilities, and enjoy performing on stage to live audiences in a range of contexts.

What skills does this course provide?

Across genres and styles of commercial pop, independent, jazz and classical music, this course offers you the opportunity to develop technical, musical, performance and professional skills in music performance or composition. In addition, there is an opportunity to develop effective communication, information, literacy, and analytical skills. Performance preparation strategies are explored to maximise efficient growth and achievement as a musician and artist.

What Pathway Options does this course provide?

This course is designed to build skills for successful entry into the Bachelor of Music program at the Tasmanian Conservatorium of Music or other arts related tertiary study pathways.