Level 1 Music
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: N. Baldwin.
You will perform on your chosen instrument (which may include voice) as a member of a group and as a soloist. You will compose a song, and study musical styles and their features. You will develop listening and notation skills.
NOTE: Students taking this subject are required to be having lessons on their chosen instrument, either through the school itinerant programme or privately. Participation in one of the school’s music groups is also strongly encouraged.
Recommended Prior Learning
Either Year 10 Advanced Music (10MUA) or good marks and work completion in Year 10 Beginner’s Music (10MUS). You must have been learning an instrument and have access to this instrument at home so you can practice. You must also apply to the HOD Music if you are not known to the Music Department.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Device
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
External
NZQA Info
Music 1.1 - Use music skills in a music style
NZQA Info
Music 1.2 - Demonstrate music performance skills
NZQA Info
Music 1.4 - Shape music ideas to create an original composition