MUSI20108 Chinese Music Ensemble
University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 6.25 points · Runs in 2026: Summer, Semester 1, Semester 2.
- No final exam: all coursework
- About 2 class hours a week
Is MUSI20108 hard?
MUSI20108: Easier. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it easier: No final exam, Only 2 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
Learn a Chinese instrument such as dizi, sheng or erhu, read traditional notation and play in a silk-and-bamboo ensemble.
After it you can
- Play a traditional instrument with sound basic technique
- Read traditional Chinese music notation
- Understand the culture behind the music
What you need first
None
Careers
Helps toward: Performing artist
How it’s assessed
Participation 50%, Presentations 50%
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Quick answers
- When is MUSI20108 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Summer, Semester 1, Semester 2.
- What do I need before taking MUSI20108?
- No prerequisites.
- Does MUSI20108 have a final exam?
- No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Participation 50%, Presentations 50%.
- How many class hours a week does MUSI20108 have?
- 2 h a week in class
- Can I take MUSI20108 as breadth?
- No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
- Can I rate MUSI20108?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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