Level 1 Music (Full Year)
101MUS Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs Nansen.
Recommended Prior LearningIdeally you would have successfully completed a junior music programme and play an instrument, or sing, competently. Students who did not complete junior music must work extra hard at the beginning of the year to learn the basic music skills needed to progress through this course.
Welcome to Music at Level One. This is an opportunity for students to develop their interest, skills and knowledge in music.
Specific skills learned
PERFORMANCE: You will develop skills on your chosen instrument, (through our itinerant programme and practical music sessions) in order to perform music as a soloist and as a member of a group.
COMPOSITION: You will explore compositional techniques to use in creating 2 pieces of original music.
AURAL PERCEPTION: You will develop aural skills through regular practice over the year, enabling you to transcribe music.
Course Overview
Semester 1
Music 1.2 Demonstrate music performance skills
Music 1.4 Shape music ideas to create an original composition
Semester 2
1.1 Use music skills in a music style
1.3 Demonstrate understanding of music in relation to contexts
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway
Leads on to music level 2
Career PathwaysDiversional and Recreational 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
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery20 pocket clearfile folder, ruler, pencil, eraser, pen, headphones, USB drive