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.
External
NZQA Info
Apply knowledge of MIDI sequencing
NZQA Info
Making Music 2.1 - Perform two substantial pieces of music as a featured soloist
Assessments:
Term: 2022-04-01, Week: 2022-04-01
Term: 2022-04-01, Week: 2022-04-01
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Making Music 2.4 - Compose two substantial pieces of music
Assessments:
Term: 2022-04-01, Week: 2022-04-01
Term: 2022-04-01, Week: 2022-04-01
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Making Music 2.3 - Demonstrate ensemble skills by performing a substantial piece of music as a member of a group
Assessments:
Term: 2022-04-01, Week: 2022-04-01
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Music Studies 2.8 - Devise an instrumentation for an ensemble
Assessments:
Term: 2022-04-01, Week: 2022-04-01
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Making Music 2.2 - Perform a substantial piece of music as a featured soloist on a second instrument
Assessments:
Term: 2022-04-01, Week: 2022-04-01
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Making Music 2.5 - Demonstrate aural understanding through written representation
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Music Studies 2.6 - Demonstrate knowledge of conventions in a range of music scores
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Music Studies 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of two substantial and contrasting music works
Assessments:
Term: 1, Week: 9
Term: 3, Week: 9
NZQA Info
Music Studies 2.9 - Investigate an aspect of New Zealand music
Assessments:
Term: 2022-04-01, Week: 2022-04-01
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