Subject Code: 0MU21 Length of course: Full year (Double Subject) Recommended Background:Satisfactory completion of Year 9 Special Music or selection through audition process in the previous year.
Other Advice:
It is a requirement that the students undertake instrumental tuition on at least 2 instruments, with either the Instrumental Music Service or a private teacher.
Course Outline
By the end of Year 10, students analyse different scores and performances aurally and visually. They evaluate the use of elements of music and defining characteristics from different musical styles. They use their understanding of music making in different cultures, times and places to inform and shape their interpretations, performances and compositions.
Students interpret, rehearse and perform solo and ensemble repertoire in a range of forms and styles. They interpret and perform music with technical control, expression and stylistic understanding. They use aural skills to recognise elements of music and memorise aspects of music such as pitch and rhythm sequences. They use knowledge of the elements of music, style and notation to compose, document and share their music.
Topics Included
• Class Choirs • Class ensemble • Concert Practice • Music Theory and Aural • Composition • History and Analysis • Music of other Cultures • Music Technology • Co-curricular ensembles
Assessment:
Students shall be assessed formally and informally through creative tasks, research projects, oral presentations, tests, practical work - solo and ensemble performance (instrumental and choral). Students will be involved in peer assessment and participation in group activities.
Length of course: Full year (Double Subject)
Recommended Background: Satisfactory completion of Year 9 Special Music or selection through audition process in the previous year.
Other Advice:
It is a requirement that the students undertake instrumental tuition on at least 2 instruments, with either the Instrumental Music Service or a private teacher.
Course Outline
By the end of Year 10, students analyse different scores and performances aurally and visually. They evaluate the use of elements of music and defining characteristics from different musical styles. They use their understanding of music making in different cultures, times and places to inform and shape their interpretations, performances and compositions.
Students interpret, rehearse and perform solo and ensemble repertoire in a range of forms and styles. They interpret and perform music with technical control, expression and stylistic understanding. They use aural skills to recognise elements of music and memorise aspects of music such as pitch and rhythm sequences. They use knowledge of the elements of music, style and notation to compose, document and share their music.
Topics Included
• Class Choirs • Class ensemble • Concert Practice • Music Theory and Aural • Composition • History and Analysis • Music of other Cultures • Music Technology • Co-curricular ensembles
Assessment:
Students shall be assessed formally and informally through creative tasks, research projects, oral presentations, tests, practical work - solo and ensemble performance (instrumental and choral). Students will be involved in peer assessment and participation in group activities.
Additional Costs:
Nil