Level 3 Music
Course Description
Welcome to Music at Level 3 of the National Qualifications Framework. This is an opportunity for students to extend their musical knowledge from Level 2.
Specific skills learned
PERFORMANCE: This involves performing in front of an audience as a soloist and as a member of a group.
RESEARCH: This standard involves researching a musical topic.
AURAL PERCEPTION: This involves integrating aural skills into written representation.
Course Overview
Semester 1
Recommended Prior Learning
Ideally you would have gained credits in performance and composition at Level 2. 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 Level 1 music literacy and performance skills. Nonetheless, students in this category are less likely to attain maximum credits in this course. 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 3 Certificate.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Pen, 20 pocket clearfile folder, pencil, eraser, USB drive, headphones, 1B5 exercise book
Pathway
Leads to a music course or university
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Making Music 3.1 - Perform two programmes of music as a featured soloist
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Making Music 3.2 - Perform a programme of music as a featured soloist on a second instrument
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Making Music 3.3 - Demonstrate ensemble skills by performing two substantial pieces of music as a member of a group
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Music Studies 3.10 - Research a music topic
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 22
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Pathway Tags
Diversional Therapist, Actor, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Dancer, Entertainer, Film/Television Camera Operator, Musician, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Radio Presenter, Early Childhood Teacher, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Lighting Technician, Game Developer, Model, Nanny/Child Carer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Television Presenter,
Disclaimer
Any information, costs or standards may change.