NCEA Level 1 Music
11MUS Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs L. Wigram
Students will have the opportunity to continue to learn more about reading and writing music for their performance instrument and appropriate to genre. They will learn through group performance and by looking at a variety of music styles which will provide the skills for individuals to read and write music according to their level of experience and knowledge. Students will enjoy the e-learning focus to assist both learning and assessment. Students will be supported to enter New Zealand secondary school initiatives such as Smokefree Rockquest, Play it Strange and NZ Chamber Music competitions.
As part of the performance requirements for assessment, students need to continue with a course of instrumental tuition in their performance instrument, throughout the year (either privately or via the college). See the music department brochure for details. Students must be prepared to take part in performance opportunities and be working with a tutor as they learn about music performance. Music technology is a new and exciting part of this course. Students can learn about setting up sound for performance and digital sequencing. At this level students also have the option of creating a music video and understanding behaviours in a music context. We have added a pshychology standard with the perspective of understanding performance anxiety and how to overcome this aspect of music performances.
A student will be withdrawn from a standard if the teacher is not confident that the achievement of the standard is within the reach of the student or there is no evidence of the student attempting the assessment.
Course Overview
Term 1
Each student has an individualised learning program selected with the teacher to work with the student's needs, abilities and also to enable growth. This program selection is done in the first week, but remains flexible throughout the year. The only compulsory standard is composition - one due in Term 2 and one in Term 3. Both must be completed to gain the credits.
Term 2
Group Performance must be completed by the end of Term 2.
Term 3
Solo performances occur each term, but the aim is to be completed by the end of Term 3.
Students can follow a practical music path which leads to a degree or doploma in Contemporary Music at a tertiary level. OR
Students can follow a practical and theoretical path which leads to a degree in Classical, Jazz or Composition at university. OR
Students can take music technology leading a career in Sound Engineering, Recording or Studio work.
It is recommended students purchase a $10-15 workbook (supplied in class)
A4 Refill (14B8), 14M5 refill (A4 manuscript paper), 2B pencil, own headphones (optional but recommended)
Drummer – drumsticks
Guitarist – guitar pic/capo/tuner
For music technology a device that supports GarageBand - iPad, MacBook (optional)
Recommended Prior Learning
It is preferable students took this subject in Year 10, or entry with teacher recommendation and audition.
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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U.S. 26687 v4
Demonstrate and apply knowledge of sound technology for a performance context
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1 |
I |
4 |
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U.S. 27656 v2
Demonstrate and apply introductory knowledge of music technology equipment and techniques
Assessments: Term: null, Week: null |
1 |
I |
4 |
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A.S. 90994 v3
Media Studies 1.6 - Complete a media product from a design and plan using a specified range of conventions
Assessments: Term: , Week: |
1 |
I |
6 |
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A.S. 91090 v3
Music 1.1 - Perform two pieces of music as a featured soloist
Assessments: Term: , Week: Term: , Week: Term: , Week: Term: null, Week: null |
1 |
I |
6 |
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A.S. 91091 v3
Music 1.2 - Demonstrate ensemble skills through performing a piece of music as a member of a group
Assessments: Term: null, Week: null |
1 |
I |
4 |
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A.S. 91092 v3
Music 1.3 - Compose two original pieces of music
Assessments: Term: , Week: Term: , Week: |
1 |
I |
6 |
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A.S. 91094 v3
Music 1.5 - Demonstrate knowledge of conventions used in music scores
Assessments: Term: , Week: |
1 |
E |
4 |
Y |
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A.S. 91095 v3
Music 1.6 - Demonstrate knowledge of two music works from contrasting contexts
Assessments: Term: , Week: Term: null, Week: null |
1 |
I |
6 |
Y |
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A.S. 91839 v1
Psychology 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of psychological approaches
Assessments: Term: , Week: |
1 |
I |
6 |
Y |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 46 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 42 credits.
Music: Promoter, Stage Manager, Events Manager, Singer/Musician, Teaching, Actor, Art Director (Film/Television/Stage), Artistic Director, Cinema Projectionist, Dancer, Director (Film/Television/Radio/Stage), Entertainer, Film and Video Editor, Film/Television Camera Operator, Light Technician, Media Producer, Musician, Production Assistant (Film/Television/Radio/Stage), Radio Presenter, Sound Technician, Television Presenter, Primary School Teacher, Private Teacher/Tutor, Tertiary Lecturer, Diversional Therapist, Music Teacher, Sound engineer, Radio Announcer, Music Performer, Production Assistant (Film/Television)
Disclaimer
POLICY
It is the policy of Taupo-nui-a-Tia College to have school-wide policies that inform parents and students of the criteria for administering all Assessments for National Qualifications.
Credits listed may change.