Overview
The development of specialised instrumental or voice skills in music through individual lessons, group learning, and workshops
This paper develops the technical and interpretative skills of musicianship in order to build your foundation in preparation for your chosen field.
Performing music to an audience, no matter the genre, is one of the most cherished forms of cultural communication. Whether you are taking this paper in preparation for the music industry or gaining more comfortability in a presentation setting for the world of business, communication, or law, this paper will help you level up your performance presentation skills and musicianship.
About this paper
| Paper title | Instrumental or Vocal Performance 1 |
|---|---|
| Subject | Music |
| EFTS | 0.1500 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | Full Year (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $1,318.20 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Restriction
- MUSI 141, MUSI 146, PERF 102, PERF 103
- Schedule C
- Arts and Music
- Notes
- (i) Evidence of ability as a performer is required. Entry is by audition (see MusB degree regulations). (ii) May not be taken at the same time as MUSI 140 (except in the traditional or world music performance options). See website for list of instruments available.
- Eligibility
Students are strongly advised to have taken or be currently studying MUSI191, or have the ability to read music to an intermediate level, and a basic understanding of music theory.
An audition is required for entry to this paper - please contact the office at spa@otago.ac.nz for more information on the audition process or see the information on this page.
- Contact
- More information link
View more information at the School of Performing Arts website.
- Teaching staff
Dr Tessa Romano (Course Co-ordinator)
Blair Professor Terence Dennis
Associate Professor Jennifer Cattermole
Other casual tutoring staff.
- Teaching Arrangements
One-on-one lesson: 13.5 hours per week for 26 weeks (or 1 h/ fortnight over 13 weeks
Year-group workshop: 13.5 hours per week for 26 weeks (or 1 h/fortnight for over 13 weeks)
Multi-level Workshop: 24 1-hour per week for 24 weeks (or equivalent for contemporary instruments)
- Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper. Resources and texts will be made available to students throughout the course of the paper where required.
- Course outline
Please contact the School of Performing Arts Office for a copy of the most recent course outline.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who take this course will develop a solid command of the fundamental techniques specific to their instrument/voice, develop awareness of stylistic elements and historical context of their chosen genre, perform complex repertoire, and develop an understanding of their genre in relation to cultural context.
- Assessment details
End of semester one performance 30%
Reflective writing or programme notes 10%
End of year performance 60%
Overview
The development of specialised instrumental or voice skills in music through individual lessons.
This paper develops the technical and interpretative skills of musicianship in order to build your foundation in preparation for your chosen field.
Performing music to an audience, no matter the genre, is one of the most cherished forms of cultural communication. Whether you are taking this paper in preparation for the music industry or gaining more comfort in a presentation setting for the world of business, communication, or law, this paper will help you level up your performance presentation skills and musicianship.
About this paper
| Paper title | Instrumental or Vocal Performance 1 |
|---|---|
| Subject | Music |
| EFTS | 0.1500 |
| Points | 36 points |
| Teaching period | Full Year (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Restriction
- MUSI 141, MUSI 146, PERF 102, PERF 103
- Schedule C
- Arts and Music
- Notes
- (i) Evidence of ability as a performer is required. (ii) Entry is by audition (see website for list of instruments available.)
- Eligibility
Students are strongly advised to have taken or be currently studying MUSI 191, or have the ability to read music to an intermediate level, and a basic understanding of music theory.
An audition is required for entry to this paper - please contact the office at spa@otago.ac.nz for more information on the audition process or see the information on this page.
- Contact
- More information link
View more information at the School of Performing Arts website.
- Teaching staff
Dr Tessa Romano (Course Co-ordinator)
Blair Professor Terence Dennis
Associate Professor Heleen du Plessis
Associate Professor Jennifer Cattermole
Other casual tutoring staff.
- Teaching Arrangements
One-on-one lesson: 13.5 hours per week for 26 weeks (or 1 hour per fortnight over 13 weeks
Year-group workshop: 13.5 hours per week for 26 weeks (or 1 hour per fortnight for over 13 weeks)
Multi-level Workshop: 24 1-hour per week for 24 weeks (or equivalent for contemporary instruments)
- Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper. Resources and texts will be made available to students throughout the course of the paper where required.
- Course outline
Please contact the School of Performing Arts Office for a copy of the most recent course outline.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who take this course will develop a solid command of the fundamental techniques specific to their instrument/voice, develop awareness of stylistic elements and historical context of their chosen genre, perform complex repertoire, and develop an understanding of their genre in relation to cultural context.