Music 1

2 Unit

Preliminary and HSC

Board Developed Course

ATAR

Yes

Hours Studied

240

Prerequisites

Mandatory Stage 4 Music

Assumed Knowledge

Nil

Exclusions

Music 2 & Music Extension.

Additional Requirements

Nil

Course Overview

In the Preliminary and HSC studies for Music 1, students develop skills in Performance, Composition, Musicology and Aural Skills through the study of a range of styles, periods and genres.

It is important to note that HSC assessment in Music 1 offers a number of elective options. This allows students to exploit their strengths and to apply themselves in areas where their interest and skills are greatest. This flexibility is one of the most significant strengths of the HSC Course in Music 1.

The course is suitable to any student who has a strong interest in playing an instrument, listening to and creating music.

Music builds confidence and provides a creative and expressive outlet for senior students.

Importantly, music builds skills in collaboration, communication, creativity and critical thinking, as well as building character and involvement as citizens of our college community.

Music provides opportunities to work together with others to become successful performers and creators of music.

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Music 1

Music 2

Units of Study

There are a range of topics studied in Music 1.

Three topics are studied in each of the Preliminary and HSC courses and reflect a range of styles, periods and genres.

Topics include:

Australian Music,
Baroque Music,
An instrument and its Repertoire*,
Jazz,
Medieval Music,
Methods of Notating Music*,
Music in Education,
Music for Film, Television Radio & Multimedia*,
Music of the 18th Century,
Music of the 19th Century,
Music of the 20th and 21st Centuries,
Music for Large Ensembles,
Music and Religion,
Music for Small Ensembles*,
Popular Music*,
Renaissance Music,
Rock Music*,
Technology and its influence on Music*,
Theatre Music*,
Music of Culture (Preliminary course),
Music of Culture (HSC course).

Note: Those topics shown with an * beside them are commonly selected for study.

Assessment

The Preliminary course consists of assessment in each of the areas of Performance, Composition, Musicology and Aural Skills.

HSC Internal Assessment consists of core assessments in Performing, Composing and Musicology as well as an aural skills written examination. In addition, students will choose three elective options based on their area/s of interest.

HSC External Assessment consists of one core performance and the completion of a written aural skills examination (1 hour). In addition, students will present three elective options consisting of any combination of Performance, Composition and/or Musicology.

Topics, task weightings and specific requirements for each course are distributed to students at the commencement of study via their Assessment Handbook.

If you would like more information in this regard, please contact members of the Creative Arts staff listed below.

Other Requirements

Music 1 requires a commitment to study at least one instrument of the student's choice.

Regular instrumental practice is essential for ongoing development of technical and interpretive skills.

Involvement in ensemble is encouraged in order to develop ensemble awareness and to be able to communicate effectively in a group. Taking advantage of as many opportunities to play for an audience is essential in order to develop performance skills necessary for success in the Music 1 course.

If you currently do not play an instrument but are keen to pursue Music as a senior subject, this is still a possibility. However, you need to be willing to commence your study on at least one instrument (the voice is considered an instrument) from the start of Year 11.

Employment/University Opportunities

Students of Music 1 have the opportunity post-secondary study to progress to tertiary study on an audition basis. They may enter the music industry as performers or continue with composition as a song writer or transition into the Audio/Sound field. Music careers could include: performers, writers, recording, music education, radio or television.

Additional Information

If you would like more information about this Music course, please contact the Leader of Learning Music:

Mr Shane LeBreton: shane.lebreton@dbb.catholic.edu.au

or course contact:

Mr Ben Jarvis: benjamin.jarvis@dbb.catholic.edu.au

You are welcome to visit the Music Department to discuss further.

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