12MUC

Level 2 Music

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs S. Bullot.

Key Features:

  • Customized Learning Pathways: Students choose from a range of standards tailored to their skill set and preferred musical pathway. This flexibility allows for a personalized learning experience.

  • Performance Opportunities: Students will have the chance to perform both solo and in groups, utilizing their primary and, if applicable, secondary instruments. This will be in front of an audience for assessments and they will be given the opportunity to perform at events in school or in our community.

  • Composition and Study: The course includes composing original music and studying various music works and their contexts to deepen understanding. They will also research an aspect of New Zealand Music to go towards their literacy credits.

  • Integration of Technology: Many aspects of the course incorporate Music and Sound Technology, enhancing the learning experience through modern tools and techniques.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Holistic Development: Gain a broad range of musical skills, from performance to composition and analysis.

  • Technology Proficiency: Develop expertise in using Music and Sound Technology to support creative and technical growth.

  • Versatile Musicianship: Build capabilities in both solo and group performance, composition, and critical study of music.

Recommended Prior Learning

Entry is subject to approval by the Music Teacher and dependent on results from Year 11 Music. Participation in Katikati College Performing Arts events is strongly recommended. All students must be learning a musical instrument or voice for the year either privately or through the school run Itinerant Music Programme.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Software fees and Equipment $20
Headphones
Students will have the opportunity to attend one concert during this course. This will offer students a chance to experience music from genres outside their normal listening parameters and through this extend their knowledge in composition and performance. It is optional, transport and ticket costs to be advised.

Pathway

Assessment Information

Students will select from a combination of standards suited to their skill set and preferred musical pathway. Not all skills taught will be assessed. Students will need to select a minimum of 16 credits

Credit Information

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

Total Credits Available: 31
Internal Assessed Credits: 27
External Assessed Credits: 4
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 27657 v3
NZQA Info

Demonstrate knowledge of the development and usage of music technology, techniques, and associated equipment


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
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
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
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
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
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. 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
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 31
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

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Disclaimer

Course selection will depend on the option lines and student numbers. There is no guarantee that the courses you select now will all be available for you in 2024.