MUSIC

For more information about Music, contact Ms Andrews - Leader of Learning: CAPA

tandrews2@parra.catholic.edu.au

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COURSE OUTLINE...

The study of Music allows for the personal expression of creativity, emotion and imagination. It enables the sharing of ideas, experiences and the exploration of values. Music fosters an understanding of continuity and change, and of the connections between different historical times and cultures. The nature of musical study also allows students to develop their capacity to manage their own learning, think critically, engage in problem-solving practical and analytical tasks, work collaboratively with their peers and engage in written and practical creative activities that reflect the real world practice of Performers, Composers and Musicologists.

Topics Studied

The Stage 5 Music course offers a wide range of music contexts through the learning experiences of Performing, Listening and Composing

Year 9

Australian Music
Multimedia Music - Film & Video Game Music
Musical Theatre
Music’s Classic Hits

Year 10

Music from Different Cultures
Technology & Electronic Music
Jazz & Popular Music
Music for Large Ensembles

Required Materials

Music is a Performing Arts subject that has both practical and written components. Students must be able to perform for assessment tasks on their choice of instrument/voice in various music styles. Students will need to regularly rehearse at home on their own chosen instrument / voice.

Students will be given access to various online notation software and digital audio workstation technologies for use on their own laptop or iPad device.

FAQ's

Do I need to be able to perform on an instrument to study Music?

Yes! This is a Performing Arts subject where students must be able to perform for assessment tasks on their choice of instrument / voice in various music styles in front of a live audience.

Will I need to rehearse and perform at home?

Yes! Music is a subject where you need to work creatively at home to rehearse and practice on your major instrument/voice. Music is a rewarding subject for which your hard work will pay off if you are consistent and regular in your performance practice.

Do I need to be able to read music to take Music as a Subject?

Students may have varied musical background experience for this course, and may learn to perform music aurally (eg vocalists) or by reading forms of notation such as sheet music or tablature.

I have more questions - who can I ask?

Please come and talk with or email our Music Teachers:

Ms Andrews: tandrews2@parra.catholic.edu.au
Mr Frede: cfrede@parra.catholic.edu.au
Mr Johnson:

djohnson8@parra.catholic.edu.au

Pathway to Stage 6 Courses...

The Stage 5 Music Course serves as a pathway for the study of Stage 6 HSC Music as well as the Stage 6 VET Entertainment - Live Production course (audio, lighting and multimedia vision).

This course can lead to further training and employment in the entertainment industry, contemporary music and multimedia fields or tertiary studies at University or Tafe.

What can Music lead to career-wise?

The study of Music provides students with knowledge, understanding and skills that form a valuable foundation for a range of courses at University, Tafe and other tertiary institutions. Please see the attached link for more information.

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