BA (MUSIC) CONTEMPORARY

MUSIC PERFORMANCE

COURSE OVERVIEW
COURSE NOTES
ADMISSIONS PROCESS

Prepare for life as a musician, songwriter or producer with the Collarts degree in Contemporary Music Performance. Performance, technical and creative skills are developed at the same time as a more theoretical knowledge of musical structures, technological applications and the role of music in the entertainment and creative industries is explored.

Students are guided by highly qualified and experienced teachers using industry-standard production facilities, backline and performance equipment. The degree course consists of a series of foundation, professional and elective subjects which can be completed in a minimum of two years (six semesters). This course is designed to develop your musical, technical and creative skills, and give you a unique understanding of the industry in which you will make your career.

Take your performance skills to a professional level
Craft and produce your own songs
Collaborate with other musicians and industry professional
Record music and videos
Develop your musical and analytical skills

By the time you graduate from Collarts, you’ll have created and participated in industry events and gained valuable professional experience.

Emerge with a portfolio of top-quality work
Work alongside other industry professionals
Gain the skills to manage your career

The BA (Music) Contemporary Music Performance is a six-semester course, offered over two years. Students undertake eight foundation subjects then choose 16 classes from professional studies, including three electives. In total, students will complete 24 units over the six semesters of their course.

FOUNDATION STUDIES

Ensemble 1: Foundations of Collaborative Performance
Introduction to the Materials of Music
Music Performance 1: Foundations of Technique
Critical Thinking, Sound and Technology
Ensemble 2: Foundations of Leading Collaborative Performance
Music and Society
Music Performance 2: Technique and Musical Structure
A Critical Survey of the Entertainment & Arts Industries

PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

Ensemble 3: Direction and Rehearsal Skills
Sonic Booms: Music Breaking Barriers
Music Performance 3: Performance and Technology
Industry Project 1: Live Event (includes Elective Modules)
Ensemble 4: Directing Original Work
Musical Models
Music Performance 4: Deepening Performance
Industry Project 2: Recorded Project (includes Elective Modules)
Ensemble 5: Advanced Music Direction
Australian Music: Its Formation and its Diversity
Music Performance 5: Expanding Performance
Industry Project 3: Online Project (includes Elective Modules)
Ensemble 6: Professional Presentation #2

Applicants for the degree program will be invited to Collarts for an interview. During your interview, we will discuss your course choice and you will have the opportunity to ask any questions about the course or studying at Collarts.

If you are applying for the BA of Contemporary Music, you will be asked to do an audition during which you will perform 4 - 10 minutes of music of your choice. For your audition, Collarts can provide playback, guitar or bass amp, drum kit and piano accompaniment. When we contact you with an audition time, let us know what you need.