201MUS

Level 2 Music

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs Nansen.

Welcome to Music at Level Two of the National Qualifications Framework. This is an opportunity for students to extend their musical knowledge from Level One.

Specific skills learned  

PERFORMANCE: This involves performing in front of an audience as a soloist and as a member of a group.

INSTRUMENTATION & COMPOSITION: These standards involve writing existing music for instruments and composing 2 original pieces (optional). You will develop skills on Sibelius and other music software to score your work.

AURAL PERCEPTION: This standard involves demonstrating aural understanding through written representation. This part of the course is assessed externally at the end of year exam.

RESEARCH: You will demonstrate knowledge of the NZ Music Industry.

Recommended Prior Learning

Ideally you would have gained credits in performance and composition at Level 1. Students who have not studied music before should discuss options with the HOL. It is advised that students enter into this course with at least some music literacy and/or performance skills. It is crucial therefore that these students stay well aware of their overall credit tallies from all  subjects so that they stay on track in terms of completing their NCEA Level 2 Certificate.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

20 pocket clearfile folder, pen, pencil, ruler, eraser, headphones, USB drive, 1B5 exercise book

Pathway

Leads on to music level 3 or a music course

Credit Information

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

Total Credits Available: 17 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 17 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91270 v2
NZQA Info
Making Music 2.1 - Perform two substantial pieces of music as a featured soloist
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91272 v2
NZQA Info
Making Music 2.3 - Demonstrate ensemble skills by performing a substantial piece of music as a member of a group
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91274 v2
NZQA Info
Making Music 2.2 - Perform a substantial piece of music as a featured soloist on a second instrument
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91278 v2
NZQA Info
Music Studies 2.9 - Investigate an aspect of New Zealand music
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 17
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Any information, costs or standards may change.