In this unit students explore and develop their understanding of how music is organised. By performing, creating, analysing and responding to music works that exhibit different approaches, students explore and develop their understanding of the possibilities of musical organisation.
They prepare and perform ensemble and/or solo musical works to develop technical control, expression and stylistic understanding on their chosen instrument/sound source. At least two works should be associated with their study of approaches to music organisation.
They create (arrange, compose or improvise) short music exercises that reflect their understanding of the organisation of music and the processes they have studied.
They develop knowledge of music language concepts as they analyse and respond to a range of music, becoming familiar with the ways music creators treat elements of music and concepts and use compositional devices to create works that communicate their ideas.
instrumental or vocal technique
musicianship skills through identifying, notating and recreating music concepts
performance confidence and presentation skills
organisational skills to prepare for performance and develop efficient practise routines over time
Life skills such as creative and critical thinking, collaborative skills, and risk taking
Unit 1: Organisation in Music
Unit 2: Effect in Music
AOS 1: Performing. Assessment includes a practise journal, program notes and a live performance as a soloist and ensemble
AOS 2; Creating. Assessment includes a folio of compositions completed in class, with a summative composition
AOS 3; Responding and Interpreting. Assessment includes listening analysis and a summative test to demonstrate key aural, theory and analysis skills from the study design.
Music Performance can lead to further study in the arts, entertainment, events, education or even psychology. It’s also valuable in careers where creativity, discipline, and communication are important. Career paths include Music composition, Music education, Music Performance, Music production, Event Management, Live Sound, Music Therapy, Performance Psychology.
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