Music Improvisation

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
L/506/6716
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
24 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know about improvisation in music.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Give a brief definition of improvisation in the context of music.

  • 1.2

    State how improvisation differs from other types of performance.

  • 1.3

    State how improvisation can be used to enhance musical performance.

2

Be able to identify opportunities for improvisation.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Identify where improvisation could be used within a specific piece of music.  

  • 2.2

    State what makes this place or these places suitable for using improvisation. 

3

Be able to make music through improvisation.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Use different techniques to start, develop and complete an improvised musical element. 

4

Be able to contribute to a group improvised performance.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Make suggestions about own contributions to a group improvised performance. 

  • 4.2

    Contribute to improvised performance as agreed with the group.

5

Be able to assess own improvisations.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1

    Outline which aspects of an improvisation went well and which need improvement.