This unit is focused on historically and culturally informed performance practice in music. Students will develop skills and concepts related to the performance of repertoire from historically or culturally 'distant' traditions. In the Western tradition, students will focus on the Baroque and the Classical. A variety of options exist for those trained outside the Western tradition. Students will also practise aural skills as related to notation practice and transcription. Special study in the area of percussion traditions will also form a component within the unit. All students will also undertake ensemble performance activities.