Level 3 Music
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr N. Munn.
This course consists of solo and group performance, composing music including song writing, arranging music, and researching a music topic. Other standards may be offered but they will be part of an individualised program at the discretion of the Teacher in Charge of Music. Students are expected to be able to work independently to practice, analyse and perfect their work.
Recommended Prior Learning
Performance on a musical instrument. Entry is at the discretion of the TIC of Music.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
Course can be endorsed with Merit or Excellence
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
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Making Music 3.1 - Perform two programmes of music as a featured soloist
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Making Music 3.3 - Demonstrate ensemble skills by performing two substantial pieces of music as a member of a group
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Making Music 3.4 - Communicate musical intention by composing three original pieces of music
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Music Studies 3.6 - Demonstrate understanding of harmonic and tonal conventions in a range of music scores
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Music Studies 3.7 - Analyse a substantial music work
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Music Studies 3.8 - Examine the influence of context on a substantial music work
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Music Studies 3.9 - Create two arrangements for an ensemble
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Music Studies 3.10 - Research a music topic
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Making Music 3.11 - Compose three original songs that express imaginative thinking
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 50
* These standards contribute to the 14 credits required for UE approval.