13MUS

Level 3 Performing Arts - Music

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms E. Hall.

Level 3 Performing Arts - Music

Music is more than just sound - it's the heartbeat of life.  Whether it's the rhythm that energises movement, the melody that stirs emotions, or the lyrics that convey truths, music connects people to themselves and each other.  It shapes cultures and communities, transcends language barriers, and holds the power to inspire, heal and transform. Music is a pathway for personal growth, fostering self-confidence, discipline and resilience. Through the exploration of music, students discover connections within themselves and with others, experiencing the profound impact that musical expression can have on their lives and the world around them.  This course invites students to embark on a journey that deepens their understanding of music as performers, creators, and consumers.

Assessment:

The programme will be designed to suit the strengths of the student and be of an individual nature


Topics Covered

Music students will continue to develop the following skills:

* Develop instrumental/vocal performance skills, both as a soloist and as a member of a group.

* Develop all-round musicianship; training the ear to recognise and analyse musical features and elements as well as improving individual ability to read, write and analyse notation from a variety of scores.

* Develop composing skills by using notation application programmes and/or digital audio work stations (DAW) to create three substantial compositions individually or in groups up to five students.

* Develop arranging skills: use notation application software to create two arrangements for ensembles.

* Research and analyse music from a range of sound environments, styles and genres, in relation to historical, social, and cultural context, considering the impact on music making and production.

At this level, the student can choose either a Practical Music strand or Music Studies.  However, it is highly likely that the student will follow a course which combines standards from both strands.  The programme can be designed to suit the strengths of the student and be of an individual nature.  Level 3 Music courses can consist of approximately 24 credits.

Subject Costs

* Aural and Score-reading Workbooks $20

* School instrumental hire $100 per year, if needed

* Private individual instrumental and/or vocal tuition will be needed if not offered at school.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 12 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91420 v2
NZQA Info
Making Music 3.5 - Integrate aural skills into written representation
Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91421 v3
NZQA Info
Music Studies 3.6 - Demonstrate understanding of harmonic and tonal conventions in a range of music scores
Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91423 v2
NZQA Info
Music Studies 3.8 - Examine the influence of context on a substantial music work
Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r,4w *
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 12
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4
Total Numeracy Credits: 0