Music Skills for Solo Performance

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
L/504/8118
Credits:
5
Guided learning hours:
40 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know basic technical skills relating to an instrument or voice.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Outline how chosen instrument is tuned or how to prepare the voice for singing.
  • 1.2
    Identify correct stance or posture for chosen instrument or for singing.
  • 1.3
    Explain why good posture is important.
  • 1.4
    Demonstrate basic technical skills in producing sound on chosen instrument or voice.
2

Know about good practice routines.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Outline key aspects of good practice routines.
  • 2.2
    Describe how teacher guidance can help develop a successful practice routine.
  • 2.3
    Outline the benefits of regular practice.
  • 2.4
    Identify areas of progress over time in conjunction with tutor.
3

Be able to show different moods or styles in the music played.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Play two short contrasting pieces demonstrating different moods or styles.
4

Be able to demonstrate musicality in performance.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Use phrasing, articulation and dynamics to show musicality through performance.