Year 9 Performing Arts
9PAS Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr M. Isaacs.
Recommended Prior LearningOpen Entry
Through listening to and playing simple music in a variety of styles, students develop their language of musical appreciation and their understanding of how to read and write music. They explore their creativity by composing and performing for each other. Students are encouraged to join music groups and learn an instrument at school.
Topics
1. Play keyboard and guitar and sing as a whole class
2. Perform as a soloist
3. Perform as a member of a group
4. Listen to a range of music styles
5. Develop musical language
6. Learn how to read and write simple music
7. Compose music by yourself and with others
Students will also have the opportunity to develop basic Drama skills, by learning how to use Voice, Body, Movement and Space to embody a character and present a scene with others.
Learning Areas:
Year 9 Option Rotations, Performing Arts
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway Career Pathways
Musician, Lighting Technician, Game Developer, Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Actor, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Author, Dancer, Entertainer, Film/Television Camera Operator, Make-up Artist, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Radio Presenter, Early Childhood Teacher, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Horse Trainer, Model, Nanny/Child Carer, Private Teacher/Tutor
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryNo stationary is required for this subject. A $5 contribution is requested to cover the printing costs student workbooks.