MUSI30116 Historical Performance Practice
University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
- Final exam 30%: mostly coursework
- About 2 class hours a week
Is MUSI30116 hard?
MUSI30116: About average. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it easier: Final exam only 30%, Only 2 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
How 18th- and 19th-century music was played, using old sources, and putting it into your own playing.
After it you can
- Weigh debates on historically informed playing
- Use primary sources as evidence of style
- Bring research into your own performance
What you need first
None
How it’s assessed
Projects 20%, Final exam 30%, Presentations 50%
Student reviews and ratings
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Quick answers
- When is MUSI30116 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
- What do I need before taking MUSI30116?
- No prerequisites.
- Does MUSI30116 have a final exam?
- Yes, the final exam is 30% of the mark. Assessment: Projects 20%, Final exam 30%, Presentations 50%.
- How many class hours a week does MUSI30116 have?
- 2 h a week in class
- Can I take MUSI30116 as breadth?
- No, it isn’t listed as breadth for any course.
- Can I rate MUSI30116?
- 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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