Level 2 Music
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Lynn Jamieson.
Internal Credits: 20 External Credits: 4
Music is a fundamental form of expression, both personal and cultural.
Student will choose a program of study that suits their needs. Students are advised to undertake a course of study 15-20 credits from a wide variety of standards.
Standards offered include Performance (Solo (6 Credits), Group (4 Credits), 2nd Instrument (3 Credits)), Composition (6 Credits) , Instrumentation (4 Credits) , Aural (6 Credits External) , Music Theory (4 Credits External) , Research | A New Zealand Music topic (4 Credits) , Music Technology( 3-10 credits).
Please note: All those undertaking the performance standards must do so in front of an approved audience. All performance students must be having music lessons in the ITM scheme or with a private tutor.
Entry to the course is at the discretion of the TIC.
Pre-requisites
Performance experience on an instrument of your choice (voice is an instrument) at a level consistent with three years prior study. Lessons in the Itinerant scheme or a pre-approved private Music teacher must be taken for the duration of this course. Level 1 NCEA Music is required. All students must be members of a school Music performance group.
Equipment/Stationery/Trips
$50 - Covers field trips / specialist tutors
Pathway
Music Producer, Recording/Audio Engineer, Private Tutor, Teacher, Performer, Radio Host, DJ, Recording Industry, Booking Agent, Events Coordinator, Roadie, Rockstar, Artist/Band Manager,
Session Musician, Tour Manager, Reviewer, Journalist, Publicist, Composer (Film/Television, Commercials, Commission, Video Games), Artist, Songwriter, Arranger, Director, Conductor, Booking Agent, Concert Hall/Theatre Manager, Promotor, Copyist, Cruise Ship Musician, Instrument Technician, Lyricist, Music Blogger, Promotor, Music Librarian, Music Producer, Music Photographer, Music Store Salesperson/Manager, Music Therapist, Piano Tuner
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
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Apply knowledge of MIDI sequencing
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Apply knowledge of a music notation application
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Making Music 2.1 - Perform two substantial pieces of music as a featured soloist
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Making Music 2.4 - Compose two substantial pieces of music
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Making Music 2.3 - Demonstrate ensemble skills by performing a substantial piece of music as a member of a group
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Music Studies 2.8 - Devise an instrumentation for an ensemble
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Making Music 2.2 - Perform a substantial piece of music as a featured soloist on a second instrument
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Music Studies 2.6 - Demonstrate knowledge of conventions in a range of music scores
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Music Studies 2.9 - Investigate an aspect of New Zealand music
Disclaimer
NB: All courses offered are subject to viable class numbers and staff availability.
Any Credits and Standards listed on courses are only a guideline.