MUS202

Level 2 Understanding Music (MUS202)

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr M. Isaacs.

This achievement standards* course provides students with the opportunity to build upon their fundamental music skills to expand their understanding and appreciation of Music. The learning is suited to students who not only wish to perform, compose and explore a range of music technologies but also study the rudiments of theory, and music in its social context. Students will be guided to select a combination of compulsory and optional achievement standards to explore the following areas: 

Solo and group performance performances - Students are encouraged to develop their understanding of different genre, build a sound technique on their instrument and further explore the expressive qualities required to communicate effectively with an audience. 

Composition portfolios - Students will develop their inner ear, aesthetic judgement and their ability to communicate more complex narratives and emotions through music. 

Analysis of musical scores and aural extracts - Students build a strong understanding of musical literacy and discuss the application of theoretical concepts in both written and aural contexts.

Instrumentation - Students will apply their understanding of music theory concepts to reinterpret a piece of music for an ensemble of their choosing.

Research of a New Zealand music topic - Students will gain an understanding of the role of music in society in New Zealand and will develop their communication and research skills to present their research to an audience.

*Some Music Technology credits (unit standards) may be available if students are interested. 

Course Overview

Term 1
Students are introduced to the range of standards on offer and select a mix of compulsory and optional assessments for the year.

Students either complete the Instrumentation or Research an NZ Music Topic standard. Due at the end of the term.

Students are introduced to the theory and aural external assessments and revise knowledge from MUS101.

Term 2
Students present their first two piece/song performance (formative assessment) for solo performance.

Students may study and complete the L2 MIDI (music technology) unity standard if they choose.

The first composition of their two composition portfolio is due at the end of the term.

Students build upon their basic knowledge of theory and aural in preparation for the external assessments.

Term 3
The second composition of the students' two composition portfolio is due at the end of the term.

Students complete a group performance as a part of the SHC Musical Roadshow.

Students present their second two piece/song solo performance as a part of the SHC Performing Arts Assessment Evenings.

Students complete their learning for theory and aural in preparation for the external assessments.

Term 4
Students focus on the external exams and continue working on any standards they are yet to complete.

Recommended Prior Learning

1. At least 3 years tuition on an instrument or voice or equivalent skill and knowledge.
2. An ability to read music and/or be confident using music technology.
3. The student must attend instrumental or vocal lessons all year.
4. The student must be committed to regular personal practice on their instrument.
5. Students must participate fully in at least one school musical group e.g orchestra, choir, jazz band, kapa haka

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

1 x Ring binder, 1x 14M5 Music Loose Leaf Refill Pad, 2 x 2B Pencils, 1x Flash Drive/USB. A $5 Theory workbook.

Pathway

This course can be taken concurrently with Recording and Electronic production or can lead to Level 3 Music

Assessment Information

Students choose from a mixture of compulsory and optional the standards to create an individualised course.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

This course is approved for University Entrance.

Total Credits Available: 44
Internal Assessed Credits: 30
External Assessed Credits: 14
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 32302 v1
NZQA Info

Apply knowledge of MIDI sequencing


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91270 v2
NZQA Info

Making Music 2.1 - Perform two substantial pieces of music as a featured soloist


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 2022-04-01, Week: 2022-04-01
Term: 2022-04-01, Week: 2022-04-01

A.S. 91271 v2
NZQA Info

Making Music 2.4 - Compose two substantial pieces of music


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 2022-04-01, Week: 2022-04-01
Term: 2022-04-01, Week: 2022-04-01

A.S. 91272 v2
NZQA Info

Making Music 2.3 - Demonstrate ensemble skills by performing a substantial piece of music as a member of a group


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 2022-04-01, Week: 2022-04-01

A.S. 91273 v2
NZQA Info

Music Studies 2.8 - Devise an instrumentation for an ensemble


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 2022-04-01, Week: 2022-04-01

A.S. 91274 v2
NZQA Info

Making Music 2.2 - Perform a substantial piece of music as a featured soloist on a second instrument


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 2022-04-01, Week: 2022-04-01

A.S. 91275 v3
NZQA Info

Making Music 2.5 - Demonstrate aural understanding through written representation


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91276 v3
NZQA Info

Music Studies 2.6 - Demonstrate knowledge of conventions in a range of music scores


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91277 v3
NZQA Info

Music Studies 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of two substantial and contrasting music works


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6w
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 1, Week: 9
Term: 3, Week: 9

A.S. 91278 v2
NZQA Info

Music Studies 2.9 - Investigate an aspect of New Zealand music


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 2022-04-01, Week: 2022-04-01

Credit Summary
Total Credits: 44
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

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