Music 1

2 unit

Year 11 and 12

Course Outline

Students will study the Concepts of Music through the learning experiences of Performance, Composition, Musicology and Aural within the context of a range of styles, periods and genres. Students do not need to have completed the junior elective music course to study this course.

Content

Students study three topics in each year of the course. Topics are chosen from a list of 21 which cover a range of styles, periods and genres and include music of the 20th and 21st Centuries, An Instrument and Its Repertoire and Popular Music.

All students will be required to undertake study in voice OR an instrument of their choice.

Recommendations

Who should do this course?

The course is well suited to students who have a genuine interest in music and are capable of either performing on an instrument or singing and/or have an interest in talking about music and/or composing. The course provides a framework for students to expand their knowledge and appreciation of various musical styles. It is highly recommended that you have private music lessons in conjunction with this course.

Special Requirements & Equipment

What I need for this course?

In addition to core studies in Performance, Composition, Musicology and Aural, students select THREE electives from any combination of Performance, Composition and Musicology. These electives must represent EACH of the three topics studied in the course. Students selecting Composition and Musicology electives will be required to compile a portfolio of work as part of the process of preparing a submitted work. The portfolio may be requested by NESA to validate authorship of the submitted work.

Exclusions

What you cannot do with this course?

Music 1 may not be studied in conjunction with Music 2.

This course is often chosen with

Drama

Visual Arts.

Career options

How will this course help me in the future?

This course would be beneficial for students interested in pursuing a musical career such as professional musician, radio, film, television, journalism, music teaching, management and production. It is accepted as a suitable prerequisite for entry into tertiary music courses.

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