Glendowie College
11 Music
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr A. Lile.
Objectives
A practically based course with an emphasis on performance and composition, but covering a broad range of musical knowledge and skills including Music Technology for Contemporary Music students.
Specifically
- Developing practical knowledge in Music.
- Composing music.
- Solo and group performance.
- Understanding music in context.
Content
- Performance – Solo and ensemble on an instrument of the student’s choice including voice. Opportunities for instrument/voice lessons are offered.
- Listening to music and learning to write it down.
- Learning to create original music.
- Materials - learning the skills and conventions involved in recording music.
- Studying music works of different musical styles and genres.
Assessment and Learning Area | Description |
Instrumental/Vocal Performance | Perform two pieces of music as a featured soloist. |
Performance of a piece as a member of a group. | |
Composition/Song Writing | Write original pieces of music. |
Music Works | Study pieces of music from different contexts, including Jazz, classical and contemporary New Zealand music. |
Materials of Music | Develop knowledge of how to convey musical intention by reading and listening to music. |
Recommended Prior Learning
- Completion of Year 9 and/or Year 10 Music or equivalent ability.
- Instrumental or vocal performance ability equivalent to having had two years of tuition in Glendowie College’s Vocal and Instrumental Tuition Programme. If Year 10 Music has not been taken, please leave a note describing your musical experience.
Subject and Associated Costs
Course Costs: $10.00 Resource materials.
Associated Costs: $95.00 Music tuition, APO concert.
Pathway
Assessment Information
Year 12 Music Guideline(s):3 Achieved grades in Year 11 Music or HOD Music approval.
Pathway Tags
Actor, Sound Technician, Dancer, Entertainer, Musician, Private Teacher/Tutor,
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Disclaimer
It is important that you complete your option selection by the due date to enable you to have your preferred course of study. Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry will be confirmed at the beginning of the school year.
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