COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course develops practical and academic skills in preparation for
senior study. Students cover notation, aural training, exploration through song-writing and utilize theoretical knowledge into practice (equivalent to
the ABRSM Grade 2 level). Students study western art music and compare
styles according to the NCEA Level 1 Music Works standard. Instrument tuition is
compulsory with school itinerant teachers and/or private teacher reaching
at least Grade 2 ABRSM level. Participation in co-curricular music groups is
compulsory (Choirs, Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble and Big Band) and all voice students must be in one of the school choirs. The opportunity to perform at Principal’s Assemblies and external competitions is encouraged. 6 NCEA Level 1
credits are built into the course and there are optional credits available. The opportunity to sit the Associated Board for the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) music exams is encouraged.
COURSE FEES
$20 for materials and ABRSM Grade 1 Theory Book. Course fee entitles student to compulsory itinerant music lessons.
ASSESSMENT STANDARDS
(Optional) 91090 - Perform two pieces of music as a featured soloist
6 internal credits
(Optional) 91091 - Demonstrate ensemble skills through performing a piece of music as a member of a group
4 internal credits
91095 - Demonstrate knowledge of two music works from contrasting contexts
6 internal credits
senior study. Students cover notation, aural training, exploration through song-writing and utilize theoretical knowledge into practice (equivalent to
the ABRSM Grade 2 level). Students study western art music and compare
styles according to the NCEA Level 1 Music Works standard. Instrument tuition is
compulsory with school itinerant teachers and/or private teacher reaching
at least Grade 2 ABRSM level. Participation in co-curricular music groups is
compulsory (Choirs, Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble and Big Band) and all voice students must be in one of the school choirs. The opportunity to perform at Principal’s Assemblies and external competitions is encouraged. 6 NCEA Level 1
credits are built into the course and there are optional credits available. The opportunity to sit the Associated Board for the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) music exams is encouraged.
COURSE FEES
$20 for materials and ABRSM Grade 1 Theory Book. Course fee entitles student to compulsory itinerant music lessons.
ASSESSMENT STANDARDS
(Optional) 91090 - Perform two pieces of music as a featured soloist
6 internal credits
(Optional) 91091 - Demonstrate ensemble skills through performing a piece of music as a member of a group
4 internal credits
91095 - Demonstrate knowledge of two music works from contrasting contexts
6 internal credits