Level 1 Music
L1MUO Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Lynn Jamieson.
Pre-requisitesPerformance experience on an instrument of your choice (voice is an instrument) at a level consistent with two years prior study is beneficial.
Students completing the performance standards must have lessons in the Itinerant scheme or a pre-approved private Music teacher for the duration of this course.
It is beneficial to have completed Grade 1 Theory and/or the Year 10 option course.
All students are encouraged to contribute to a school music ensemble.
Each student will be offered the opportunity to gain up to 15 credits in Level 1 Music.
Music is a fundamental form of expression, both personal and cultural.
Standards include opportunities for developing skills in :
- Performance (solo or group - can include Kapahaka, Pasifika, Rockquest, Barbershop, Chamber music, Guitar ensembles, Jazz Band)
- Composition (collaboratively or by yourself)
- Aural (listening)
- Music Technology (Soundtrap, Falt.io)
- Music Literacy (Theory)
- Analysis
Please note Performance is not compulsory and can be
1) in front of friends or whānau
2) at a festival such as Rockquest
3) incorporate elements of te ao Māori and be performed on a marae, a hui, whakataetae, wānaga etc.
The possibilities are endless.
Students may select up to 15 credits from the options provided.
Entry to the course is at the discretion of the TIC Music.
Course Overview
Term 1
Your musical Whakapapa
Listening to and analysing different music styles
Composition techniques
Music Technology
Recreating music
Music Context
Instrument practice and mini performance (can be video submission)
Music collaboration
Term 2
Listening to and analysing different music styles
Composition techniques
Music Technology
Recreating music
Music Context
Perform Music - Solo and/or group
Rockquest
Term 3
Composition
Music Technology
Recreating music
Music Context
Perform Music - Solo and/or group
Term 4
Composition
Music Technology
Music Context
Perform Music - Solo and/or group
Assessment Policy & Procedures Assessment Information
Demonstrate Performance Skills & Use music Skills in a Music Style are internally assessed, others are externally assessed
Sound Technician, Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Musician, Primary School Teacher, Tertiary Lecturer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Secondary School Teacher, Teacher Aide
Equipment/Stationery/Trips$50 - Covers field trips / specialist tutors