Ensemble Subjects
The School of Music’s extensive ensemble program gives all students the opportunity to include ensemble performance in the breadth component of their degree. Whether you’re an advanced musician or a complete beginner, there is an ensemble opportunity for everyone. Enhance your future career through ensemble performance - hone your teamwork and leadership skills, experience cultural diversity, nurture your creative skills and build networks and friendships that will last a lifetime.
Ensemble Credit Points
As you view ensemble subject descriptions, you'll notice that while most subjects are worth 12.5 credit points, some are offered at 6.25 credit points. The points allocation relates to the content and time commitment for each ensemble activity.
Like most breadth subjects, the 12.5 point ensemble breadth subjects fit easily into standard Melbourne Model course structures.
For 6.25 point ensemble breadth subjects, to keep your enrolment balanced, it’s recommended that you enrol in ensemble sequences or packages. To make the most of your ensemble experience, subjects should generally be taken as a sequence; 12.5 points over the year. Eg: Baroque Ensemble 1 (sem 1) and Baroque Ensemble 2 (sem 2). You might also consider an ensemble package of 2 ensembles per semester; 12.5 points in a single semester. Eg: Baroque Ensemble and Rennaisance Dance. It is recommended you discuss how 6.25 point ensemble enrolments will work within your course structure with a course advisor at your Student Centre.
How do I enrol?
Enrolment in some ensembles is subject to confirmation by audition. You can enrol in auditioned ensemble subjects on the basis of the recommended performance standard, but will need to successfully meet audition requirements before your enrolment can be confirmed.