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View Unit : Music Instrument Development

Unit
Unit Reference Number
D/601/7093
Qualification Framework
QCF
Title
Music Instrument Development
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
60
Unit Credit Value
8
Date of Withdrawal
SSAs
9.1 Performing Arts
Unit Grading Structure
Pass
Assessment Guidance

n/a

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
Learning Outcome - The learner will:Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1

Understand the development and cultural significance of a musical instrument.

1.1

Analyse the role of an instrument commonly used in popular music, making reference to:

a. current use of the instrument in popular music, citing prominent players;

b. a contemporary song/musical piece which uses the instrument in a prominent way;

c. the role of one innovative player who has changed the way the instrument is played or viewed;

d. the historical role of the instrument in two contrasting styles of music;

e. technological developments in relation to the instrument, citing their effects on the development of popular music;

f. the instrument’s cultural and sociological associations reviewing attitudes to it and its users.

1.2

From the analysis, draw conclusions to assess the importance of the instrument culturally and historically and in relation to the development/evolution of popular music.

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