LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCE
LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCE
CUA40920: Certificate IV in Music (Performance Specialisation)
NEXT INTAKE: 6th May 2024
Let Your Creativity Take Centre Stage
Our Live Music Performance course is designed to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to excel in the art of live performance. Whether you're a budding musician seeking to hone your talents or a seasoned performer looking to refine your craft, this course is for you!
Developed in consultation with industry this course focuses on project-based learning aligned with real-world application. Graduate with a nationally recognised qualification - Cert IV in Music (Performance).
This course has been designed with practical, transferable skill sets in real-time industry contexts, allowing students the creative freedom and ability to work across all 5 sectors of the music industry:
Creation
Management
Distribution
Publishing
Events
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
Work collaboratively as a member of an ensemble to prepare for and present ensemble music performances
Use musical instruments, music ensemble equipment and rehearsal and performance space in an appropriate and safe manner
Respond appropriately to direction in rehearsals
Apply music elements* when playing/singing in a music ensemble
Play/sing proficiently in a music ensemble
Present polished music performances
Plan, organise and complete music activities
Identify the use and effect of music elements.
Develop business skills and knowledge.
* music elements: intonation; tuning; blend and balance; tone; style; dynamics; articulation; phrasing; expression; posture.
we’ve reimagined music education
All OCA students have access to industry practices, resources and education within a 360-degree creative hub designed for artists, bands, managers, music entrepreneurs, producers, and songwriters.
PERFORM - Perform in our monthly emerging artist showcase held at Oxford Art Factory. If you’re more of a behind-the-scenes person, work on any aspect of this event from promotion to event management.
PRODUCE - Get 12 hours of free studio recording time a term to record your tracks or work with emerging artists on their projects.
RELEASE - Access free label services to release your music or work with emerging artists to release theirs.
LEARN - You’ll study a nationally recognised Cert IV in Music and choose your specialisation in Entertainment Business Management, Music Production or Live Performance.
PLUS! All OCA students receive free entry to 4 gigs at Oxford Art Factory every month for professional development and networking opportunities. You choose the gigs, and we’ll add you to the VIP list.
COURSE DETAILS
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Holistic project-based training and assessment
o Self-paced online learning
o Develop an industry portfolio through the completion of your assessment tasks
o Access industry resources, documentation, and networking opportunities
o Opportunity to pick up casual work with partner companies
DOMESTIC STUDENTS
o 1 Year, 4 x 10-week terms
o Blended Delivery - Online / Self Paced Study plus 7 hrs face to face (On campus/In Venue) p/week.
Click here to download sample timetable
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
o 1 Year, 4 x 10-week terms
o Blended Delivery - 6 hrs supervised online learning + 14 hrs face to face (Classroom) p/week.
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o Students must be 18yrs or over to study with OCA
o Students are NOT required to have an ATAR to study with OCA
o Entry to this course requires an audition and interview.
o Audition to be conducted via online or on campus. Prepare two contrasting pieces for your audition that demonstrate the breadth of your musical skills.
o English proficiency: Domestic students must demonstrate LLN to the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) Level 3
International students must demonstrate they hold an IELTS 5.5 with no skills band less than 5 or equivalent
o Sound computer skills (web navigation, email, document creation, sharing, and presentation)
o Student Equipment: Home Internet connection, Personal Laptop (minimum specs 1.2ghz, 250gb HDD)
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This course provides you with the skills and knowledge work as a:
Performer
Writer
Arranger / Composer
Band / Artist
Content Coordinator
Asst. Publicist
A&R Scout
A&R Administrator
Asst. Management: Artist / Event / Label
Community Radio: Sponsorship / Dept Management Creative & Synch Coordinator
Asst. Booking Agent
Asst. Event Manager
Asst. Talent Manager
Asst. Promoter
subject outline
In addition to the four core units (indicated with a *), we have identified ten of the most relevant (and enjoyable) electives for music performance.
The course is broken up into 3 practical industry application areas:
Foundations: Artist and Commercial Understanding
Specialisation: Take To The Stage
The Entrepreneur: Take it to Market
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BSBCMM511 - Communicate with influence
CUAIND411 - Extend expertise in specialist creative fields*
CUAMLT302 - Apply knowledge of style and genre to music practice
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CUAMPF415 - Develop and apply instrumental techniques
CUAMPF413 - Develop repertoire as part of a backup group
CUAMPF414 - Perform music as part of a group
CUASOU331 - Undertake live audio operations
CUAMPF412 - Develop and apply stagecraft skills
CUAMPF411 - Rehearse music for group performances
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CUAADM311 - Book rehearsal and performance venues and administer bookings
CUAPOS412 - Manage media assets
CUAMWB402 - Manage feedback on creative practice*
BSBESB301 - Investigate business opportunities*
CUACMP311 - Implement copyright arrangements*
NEED MORE REASONS TO STUDY WITH US?
ATAR FREE ZONE.
Don't stress about YR 12 exams; we care about your passion for music rather than your ATAR score. You don't need an ATAR to study at Oxford Creative Academy.
No Useless Electives.
Every unit has real-world application in mind to ensure you can step out of our doors straight into your dream gig. There’s also NO EXAMS - Like, ever! And, all of your assessments are hands-on industry projects.
Connection To Industry.
Attend optional days to undertake WORK EXPERIENCE AND MENTORSHIP from industry experts. Study online or from the Oxford Art Factory Stage!
Flexible and Affordable.
We're proudly one of the most affordable fully accredited courses, offering flexible payment options.
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Studying at Oxford Creative Academy has definitely been a fantastic hands-on experience. I would recommend it to anyone hoping to kickstart their career into the music industry. For me, it was an enriching platform to study and learn from current industry leaders that have a wealth of knowledge and experience.
Leila Maulen (OCA STUDENT)
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The first thing that attracted me to Oxford Creative Academy was their alignment with the industry, for me it was “the best way to learn is to be in a course that practically feels like you’re already in the industry!
Kendal Miles (OCA STUDENT)