DAO
Level 3
QN: 603/3535/X
Curriculum Active
DAO Level 3 Diploma in Military Music
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by DAO. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 608 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
DAO
Syllabus Units
10 Units
Guided Hours
608 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Apply aural perception
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to interpret standard notation
- Be able to define critical self-awareness
- Be able to demonstrate awareness of tuning and intonation
- Be able to apply and evaluate aural awareness at sectional level
2
Apply communication skills to musical research and analysis
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare programme notes
- Be able to use and demonstrate verbal presentation skills
3
Maintain performance standard
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to understand and demonstrate effective practice techniques
- Be able to understand and demonstrate the technical facility of the instrument
- Be able to understand critical self awareness
4
Perform as a member of an instrumental section
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to understand how to apply aural awareness at sectional level
- Be able to respond to visual communication at sectional level
- Be able to demonstrate sectional performance
5
Perform as a soloist
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to demonstrate technical assurance of the instrument
- Be able to demonstrate stagecraft
- Be able to work with piano accompaniment
6
Perform as an instrumentalist
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to demonstrate how to interpret standard music notation
- Be able to interpret musical terms
- Be able to understand common musical genres and styles
7
Perform band administrative duty
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to understand your band’s establishment.
- Understand the administrative roles and responsibilities within the band
- Be able to carry-out engagement administration
8
Perform in other ensembles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to understand the standard ensembles within the military band
- Be able to demonstrate ensemble musicianship
9
Perform within a concert band
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to understand and follow conductor’s musical direction
- Be able to understand and demonstrate the standard transpositions within a military bandBe fully aware of their own awareness of tuning and intonation
10
Perform within a marching band
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to apply correct carriage of the instrument
- Be able to respond to parade signals
- Be able to demonstrate band dressing and movements
- Be able to demonstrate parade dressing and deportment
- Be able to perform at a range of ceremonial duties
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/3535/X
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- DAO
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2018