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The Arts - MUS2

Music

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MUS2

Year 12 Optional

(18-24 Credits)

Background:

To learn about the languages of music, develop ideas in music, communicate and interpret meaning in music and understand music in context at an advancing level. Performance, Composition, Aural Skills and Musical Knowledge. Assessment by three performances, three compositions, three groups of set works, and an Aural test.

Some or all of the following will be offerred:

Standard	Title	Level	Credits	Assessment
AS90264	Present contrasting performances as a featured soloist	2	5	Internal
AS90265	Present a music performance as a member of a group	2	2	Internal
AS90266	Compose effective pieces of music	2	5	Internal
AS90268	Identify, describe and transcribe elements of music through listening to a range of music	2	3	External
AS90269	Demonstrate an understanding of the materials and processes of music in a range of scores	2	2	External
AS90270	Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of music works	2	5	Internal

Entry Requirements:

3 Years previous instrumental tuition and theory and completing MUS1. Currently learning an instrument.

Course Fees:

$15 per term if learning from a tutor at Wanganui High School plus $60 instrument hire if using School instruments ($100 for hire of Saxophone). $15 take home workbook and DVD.

Leads To:

MUS3