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The Music Years 7–10 Syllabus contains both Mandatory and Elective courses. The Mandatory course is taught as a coherent study of 100 hours, not spread over several years. This is a requirement for eligibility for the award of the Record of School Achievement. The Elective course can be studied for 100 or 200 hours in Stage 5 (Years 9 and 10).
Course Description
Course Description
All students should have the opportunity to develop their musical abilities and potential. As an art form, music pervades society and occupies a significant place in world cultures and in the oral and recorded history of all civilisations. Music plays important roles in the social, cultural, aesthetic and spiritual lives of people. At an individual level, music is a medium of personal expression. It enables the sharing of ideas, feelings and experiences. The nature of musical study also allows students to develop their capacity to manage their own learning, engage in problem-solving, work collaboratively and engage in activity that reflects the real-world practice of performers, composers and audiences.
What will I learn about?
What will I learn about?
In both the Mandatory and Elective courses, students will study the concepts of music (duration, pitch, dynamics and expressive techniques, tone colour, texture and structure) through the learning experiences of performing, composing and listening, within the context of a range of styles, periods and genres. The Mandatory course requires students to work in a broad range of musical contexts, including an exposure to art music and music that represents the diversity of Australian culture. The Elective course requires the study of the compulsory topic Australian Music, as well as a number of optional topics that represent a broad range of musical styles, periods and genres.
What will I learn to do?
What will I learn to do?
In Music, students learn to perform music in a range of musical contexts, compose music that represents the topics they have studied and listen with discrimination, meaning and appreciation to a broad range of musical styles. The study of the concepts of music underpins the development of skills in performing, composing and listening.
Do I have to play an instrument or sing to do Music in Year 9 and 10?
Do I have to play an instrument or sing to do Music in Year 9 and 10?
Yes. You need to have sufficient ability singing or playing an instrument that you are willing to be assessed on your performance skills and participate in practical lessons.
Do I need to be able to read music?
Do I need to be able to read music?
You do not need to have a background in reading music to choose Music for Years 9 and 10. You will learn the basics of reading music in Years 9 and 10 to be able to complete the theoretical component of the course.
How much of the course is theory work and how much is practical?
How much of the course is theory work and how much is practical?
The course is approximately 70% practical and 30% theoretical. The theoretical component is always taught with a view to informing the practical component, and often these will be taught together in a lesson.
How much time should I expect to put into this subject outside of school?
How much time should I expect to put into this subject outside of school?
It is expected that you will practice your instrument or voice outside of class time. However, there is generally no formal homework assigned for Music in Years 9 and 10.
Who should I contact for further information?
Who should I contact for further information?
You can contact Mr O'Regan for further information.
Course Requirements
Course Requirements
The Mandatory course is usually studied in Years 7 and/or 8. Students may not commence study of the Elective course until they have completed the requirements of the Mandatory course.
Record of School Achievement
Record of School Achievement
Satisfactory completion of the mandatory Music course will be recorded on the student’s Record of School Achievement Record of Achievement.
Satisfactory completion of 100 or 200 hours of elective study in Music during Stage 5 (Years 9 and 10) will be recorded with a grade on the student’s Record of School Achievement.
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